Sabbath Bulletin for 8/30/2025
Shalom Brothers and Sisters in Messiah Yeshua. Please pray for the LORD to protect the hearts, souls, and minds of our brothers entering the waters of baptism this weekend AND next; to prepare their hearts fully to bury their old selves under the water so they can rise up as new men in Messiah Yeshua and new members of the family of Israel, ready to walk in obedience to God and all His commandments as faithful followers of Messiah Yeshua.
First Fruits Ministries will come together for the LORD's weekly Sabbath celebration, a Holy Convocation day, on 8/30/2025 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 60 Bailey Ave., Manchester, NH 03104 for a time of rest in the LORD. Our First Fruits Ministries Sabbath service will begin at 10:15 a.m. in-house, and then we will go live for our YouTube audience around 10:30-10:35 a.m., God willing.
During our in-house-only segment, we will listen to a summary of this week's Torah Portion, called Shoftim (Judges): Deuteronomy 16:18-21:9; Isaiah 51:12-52:12; John 14:9-20.
During our in-house and online segment, Pastor Andrew J. Manuse will present part two of a new series, called "Who Is Yeshua the Messiah?" This series will comprise a study of Christology, which focuses on the idenity, nature, and work of Messiah Yeshua relative to His divinity, humanity, mission, and position in the eternal plan.
We prefer you to be with us in person for fellowship, but if that is not possible, you can join us remotely by following this link: https://www.youtube.com/@firstfruitsNH/streams. Please review our General Itinerary on our website for specific information about our sabbath services.
First Fruits Ministries will come together for the LORD's weekly Sabbath celebration, a Holy Convocation day, on 8/30/2025 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 60 Bailey Ave., Manchester, NH 03104 for a time of rest in the LORD. Our First Fruits Ministries Sabbath service will begin at 10:15 a.m. in-house, and then we will go live for our YouTube audience around 10:30-10:35 a.m., God willing.
During our in-house-only segment, we will listen to a summary of this week's Torah Portion, called Shoftim (Judges): Deuteronomy 16:18-21:9; Isaiah 51:12-52:12; John 14:9-20.
During our in-house and online segment, Pastor Andrew J. Manuse will present part two of a new series, called "Who Is Yeshua the Messiah?" This series will comprise a study of Christology, which focuses on the idenity, nature, and work of Messiah Yeshua relative to His divinity, humanity, mission, and position in the eternal plan.
We prefer you to be with us in person for fellowship, but if that is not possible, you can join us remotely by following this link: https://www.youtube.com/@firstfruitsNH/streams. Please review our General Itinerary on our website for specific information about our sabbath services.
Second Message
During our second “rewind” service that will begin around 3 p.m. on 8/16/2025, Pastor Daniel Joseph of Corner Fringe Ministries will deliver his message, called "The Good Samaritan, Part B," which is the 35th part in his "Parables" series. Join us to watch the sermon in person at First Fruits Ministries or join Corner Fringe online at: https://www.youtube.com/@CornerFringeChannel/streams.
Is the LORD calling you into the water?
TWO Baptismal Dates NOW Scheduled: 8/31 & 9/7
First Fruits Ministries has two planned baptismal dates scheduled for members of the community to join the family of Yeshua starting at 9 a.m. on 8/31/2025 and again starting at 1 p.m. on 9/7/2025. For both baptismal dates, we will meet at our customary baptismal spot, which is labeled on this map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/L7a3uVoSJqKuAdrg7.
For our baptisms, members often park in the back lot of the West Side Ice Arena in Manchester, NH, and then walk through the woods on a trail to the spot marked on this map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/L7a3uVoSJqKuAdrg7. You will cross over a foot-bridge and then turn to the left to arrive at our traditional baptismal spot (NOTE: The map is upside down relative to the direction you will be walking). Please feel free to bring your own refreshments and snacks for afterward, and also a bathing suit for the water.
All people choosing to enter the water for baptism must watch these sermons and then contact Pastor Andrew via our website at https://firstfruits.cc/contact or on Signal (if you have his personal contact information) to move forward in your faith and join Yeshua's family. Pastor Andrew discussed the topic of baptism within his "Elementary Principles of Messiah Yeshua" series earlier this year. The four sermons present a great preview of what baptism entails for everyone considering it. We believe baptism is an urgent, obedient act that we are called to do as part of our sanctification, and through baptism we are buried with Yeshua, and then we are also raised up with Him into a new life through faith.
For our baptisms, members often park in the back lot of the West Side Ice Arena in Manchester, NH, and then walk through the woods on a trail to the spot marked on this map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/L7a3uVoSJqKuAdrg7. You will cross over a foot-bridge and then turn to the left to arrive at our traditional baptismal spot (NOTE: The map is upside down relative to the direction you will be walking). Please feel free to bring your own refreshments and snacks for afterward, and also a bathing suit for the water.
All people choosing to enter the water for baptism must watch these sermons and then contact Pastor Andrew via our website at https://firstfruits.cc/contact or on Signal (if you have his personal contact information) to move forward in your faith and join Yeshua's family. Pastor Andrew discussed the topic of baptism within his "Elementary Principles of Messiah Yeshua" series earlier this year. The four sermons present a great preview of what baptism entails for everyone considering it. We believe baptism is an urgent, obedient act that we are called to do as part of our sanctification, and through baptism we are buried with Yeshua, and then we are also raised up with Him into a new life through faith.
NEW: Ladies-Only Bible Study Available to All Women and Girls Seeking Sisterly Fellowship and Truth
Starting at 7 p.m. on 9/9/2025, First Fruits Ministries' worship leader Aidan Rose Manuse will be leading a women's only Bible study at 60 Bailey Ave., Manchester, NH 03104. This will be an in-person-only event (for now) that will be exclusively open to biologically born women seeking sisterly fellowship centered around the Word of God. Come with a positive and inquisitive attitude that is seeking a deeper relationship with Yeshua the Messiah and your sisters in the faith. All denominations of Christians, Jews, and others seeking the Truth are welcome to attend. This meeting will be held on the second Tuesday of every month.
Fall Feasts Are Coming!
Make Sure You Take Off From Work
Pastor Andrew and family will be in town to lead celebration of Yom Teruah (The Day of Trumpets/Shouting) and Yom Kippur (The Day of Atonement), and we will also take part in a two-church Prayer evening on Sept. 28 for the 10 Days of Prayer in collaboration with Calvary Chapel Manchester. Please note: The Manuse family will depart for Minnesota to take part in Corner Fringe Ministries' Sukkot (Feast of Tabernacles/Booths) celebration. Elder Todd will be leading the Sukkot celebration for First Fruits Ministries, and First Fruits will welcome a guest preacher for the Oct. 11 Shabbat celebration in the sukkah, which will be set up in the First Fruits parking lot. If you'd like to join the Manuse family in Minnesota for the celebration, please contact info@cornerfringe.com for more information on how to attend. If you'd like to learn more about these feasts, please contact Pastor Andrew at andrew@firstfruits.cc.
RELEVANT INTERVIEW: Nations gathering against Israel will be crushed by the hand of God.
The world is turning against Israel, and prophecy is unfolding in real time. Pastor Daniel Joseph of Corner Fringe Ministries joins Elizabeth Farah of World Net Daily to connect the promises God made to Abraham with the global shift we are witnessing today. Nations and leaders are openly challenging Israel’s right to exist. Ancient warnings speak of a time when every nation will be drawn into conflict over Jerusalem, and that time is beginning to take shape. Israel’s rebirth in 1948, the creation of powerful global bodies that now pressure her borders, and the rapid spread of antisemitism in culture and even within churches are all part of a pattern foretold long ago. The issue is not just political or cultural. It is spiritual. Standing with or against Israel is tied to blessing or judgment, life or destruction. This is a moment for clarity. The dividing lines are being drawn, and the decision each person makes will matter for eternity.
Do You Have A Testimony to Share?
Pastor Kraig's son Grant Dorney led the way in our community by giving his testimony of transformation from darkness to light and from death to life in Messiah Yeshua on 6/14/2025. If anyone else would like to give his or her own testimony after our weekly sermon, please talk to Pastor Andrew privately about your interest so he can determine whether and when you could go on camera. Understand that truly transformational testimonies have huge potential to change hearts and minds and build up God's people.
Let Grant's leadership be our guide. Please also share his story with those who will benefit from hearing it. Thanks to Grant for his willingness to lead in this way and for Yeshua for His long-suffering and mercy, "And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose" (Romans 8:28).
Let Grant's leadership be our guide. Please also share his story with those who will benefit from hearing it. Thanks to Grant for his willingness to lead in this way and for Yeshua for His long-suffering and mercy, "And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose" (Romans 8:28).
Weekly Prayer Meeting
Brothers and sisters, with the urging of Pastor Stephen Opoku, an Elder at First Fruits Ministries, and the LORD's own guidance, we have instituted a Signal Prayer group for First Fruits Ministries that will be held every week. This group will meet 9:30 a.m. each Friday, with announced exceptions, to pray for God's will to be done at First Fruits Ministries. Please only join this discussion group by clicking the image below if you intend to be present at some of the prayer meetings. We will be using the Signal group to connect with one another via voice at the scheduled prayer time.
May the Lord bless you and keep you; may the Lord shine the light of His face upon you and be gracious to you; and may the Lord lift up His countenance upon you and grant you shalom!
יברכך יהוה וישמרך
יאר יהוה פניו אליך ויחנך
ישא יהוה פניו אליך וישם לך שׁלום
As for me and my house, we shall serve the Lord.
אָנֹכִי וּבֵיתִ֔י נַעֲבֹ֖ד אֶת־ יַהְוֶה
יברכך יהוה וישמרך
יאר יהוה פניו אליך ויחנך
ישא יהוה פניו אליך וישם לך שׁלום
As for me and my house, we shall serve the Lord.
אָנֹכִי וּבֵיתִ֔י נַעֲבֹ֖ד אֶת־ יַהְוֶה
Pastor Andrew and family will be in town to lead celebration of Yom Teruah (The Day of Trumpets/Shouting) and Yom Kippur (The Day of Atonement), and we will also take part in a two-church Prayer evening on Sept. 28 for the 10 Days of Prayer in collaboration with Calvary Chapel Manchester. Please note: The Manuse family will depart for Minnesota to take part in Corner Fringe Ministries' Sukkot (Feast of Tabernacles/Booths) celebration. Elder Todd will be leading the Sukkot celebration for First Fruits Ministries, and First Fruits will welcome a guest preacher for the Oct. 11 Shabbat celebration in the sukkah, which will be set up in the First Fruits parking lot. If you'd like to join the Manuse family in Minnesota for the celebration, please contact info@cornerfringe.com for more information on how to attend. If you'd like to learn more about these feasts, please contact Pastor Andrew at andrew@firstfruits.cc.
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