Worship Guide
May 24, 2026
Welcome!
NEW TO FAIR OAKS?
We’re glad you joined us this morning! We recognize that this is an unusual way to meet for the first time but we still want to get to know you, hear your story, and serve you in any way we can. If you’d like to know more about Jesus, receive prayer, or get connected to people who would love to love you (or all the above), simply click the connect button and tell us how we can help.
We are a House of Refuge.
If you find yourself in an unplanned pregnancy, we want you to know that you are not alone. God sees you & loves you, and as God’s people, so do we. Click here to learn more about how we can help support you in this journey.
WHAT’S HAPPENING AT FAIR OAKS
+ Joint Summer Services | June 7th–August 9th
This summer, we’ll be hosting joint worship services with our friends from Calvary Chapel Walnut Creek. Click here to learn more about why we’re so excited about this and what you can expect.
+ Women's Workshop: Butter Together | Saturday, June 6th, 11am-1pm
Experience a powerful testimony from Robin Viera and life-giving message of the gospel, followed by a fun, hands-on butter-making activity with charcuterie and beverages. This event is open to all women, so invite your neighbors, friends and co-workers! Cost: $5. Click here to sign up(or if you’d like to pay by cash or check, call the church office Monday-Thursday at 925.222.5717).
+ Summer Women’s Bible Study: Titus | June 23rd–August 4th
Join us Tuesdays, 10:00–11:15 AM, in the ALC for a summer study through Titus. Childcare available. Click here to sign up today.
Sermon Notes
John #20: Follow the Light (John 8:12-20)
Today’s Big Idea: Follow Jesus and you will have the light of Life.
On John 7:53-8:11, see this video.
What Jesus Said (v. 12)
In the OT, light is a metaphor for:
- God’s life-giving power (Gen 1:1-4)
- God’s guidance (Psalm 78:14; 119:105)
- God’s salvation (Isaiah 9:2)
When Jesus Said It (vv. 13-20)
- On the last day of the feast of booths (Jn 7:37; cf Jn 7:2).
What This Means For Your Life
Response
After the sermon, we take some time in our service to reflect on and respond to the work of the Spirit in our lives. Here's 3 ways you can do that.
1. Prayer (for everyone)
Whatever stuff has come up for you today, you were not made to navigate this alone. Let us know how we can pray for you and support you as you seek to respond to the work of the Spirit this week!
2. Communion (for followers of Jesus)
Communion is a powerful way we can remember the gospel and rest in the finished work of Jesus.
3. Give (for those who call Fair Oaks home)
Giving is a great way for our hearts to respond to God’s generosity toward us and to help more people meet Jesus. Learn more.
Last Week’s General Fund Giving
$5,224.65
Weekly Budgeted
$10,165.67
2026 Total
$190,464.40 (94%)
Last Week’s Campus Renewal Funds Raised: —
Campus Renewal Phase 2 Total: $409,697.64