Devotional

RUN AND TELL THAT: A MOTHER’S WITNESS TO JESUS

As we celebrate mothers this month, this is a great time to once again remember, when you’ve had a real encounter with Jesus, you don’t stay silent—you have to run and tell that. Pastor J really laid out this message for us. We may not know every single scripture by heart, or have heard every sermon that’s ever been preached, but we have been witnesses to God’s blessings all around us—A mother knows this feeling well. From the moment her child is born and placed in her arms, love compels her to speak life, to teach her child, to protect her child, and to guide that child toward the One who transforms everything.

A mother’s love is very similar to the story of the woman at the well, who “left her water jar and ran back to town” after meeting Jesus (John 4:28–29). She had a sense of urgency to run and tell that. When a mom sees God working in her child’s life — especially through all the “firsts” of childhood, and the challenges of the teenage years — she simply cannot stay silent. She prays, she encourages, she keeps showing up for her child—a true gift from God.

Proverbs 22:6 reminds us, “Train up a child in the way they should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” That training is not for the faint of heart…it’s not work that can be done quietly. A mother’s work is daily conversations, a commitment to be present during the highs and lows, talking AND listening, and whispered prayers over a sleeping child who may not realize how fiercely they are loved and cared for.

And as teens wrestle with growing up, identity, peer pressure, and independence, a mother’s steady voice echoes God’s heart: “The Lord your God is with you… He will quiet you with His love” (Zephaniah 3:17).

This Mother’s Day, celebrate the mothers who refuse to stay silent — who run, speak, pray, and love because they’ve encountered Jesus, and they are purposeful in how they guide their children to encounter Him too.

Eastern Star Scholarship

Did you know that the Eastern Star Church Scholarships are due on Friday, May 29, 2026?

Who: High School Seniors

What: Scholarship for college, university, or technical school

When: Now until Friday, May 29, 2026

Where: 2026 ESC Scholarship

Questions: scholarship@easternstarchurch.org

What we learned last month!

In April’s Children’s Church, the children learned about the “Power of the Spirit.” The children were taught about how the Holy Spirit helps us live for God and share His good news and promises! The memory verse was “The Holy Spirit gives us power.” Acts 1:8

Event Recap

Children’s Virtual Bible Study

During Pastor Jay’s dynamic teaching on the Zoom Virtual Bible Study for adults, the IGNiTE Leadership Team presents God’s Word on Zoom for the children! We are grateful for the children’s top-tier engagement as biblical principles are broken down to their level!

Here is what we learned in April:

Doubting Thomas believes Jesus has risen from the dead! John 20:19-31.
On the road to Emmaus, Jesus reveals Himself to His followers! Luke 24:13-35
God sent the Holy Spirit at Pentecost and filled the believers! Acts 2:1-21

Parents, allow your children to get the Word of God on their level! Here is the link to register: Virtual Children's Bible Study Registration

New Members: Children and Teens Edition

Eastern Star Church IGNiTE ministry was blessed to serve the Children and Teens who participated in the New Member Orientation at our Main Campus, where 9 young participants of children and 5 teens gathered for a meaningful time of learning, connection, and spiritual growth.

We were blessed by the enthusiasm and engagement shown by each student, and we celebrate this important step in their spiritual journey. ESC remains committed to nurturing the next generation and helping our youth grow in faith, purpose, and discipleship.

Please join us in praying for these young members as they continue to develop their relationship with Christ and become active participants in the ministry of our church. They are not the church of tomorrow; they are the church of today.

Jr. Ushers and Greeters Needed

Jr. Ushers and Greeters are needed at each campus!

Please contact:

Brother Maurice Scruggs
mscruggs@easternstarchurch.org
317-591-5050 x111, or

Brother Evan Cox
ecox@easternstarchurch.org
317-913-3700 x514

Service Opportunity

Please consider helping to shape the young minds of tomorrow! We are looking for individuals to serve in the following roles at our Fishers, Cooper Road, and Main Campuses: