Sabbath Bulletin for 09/06/2025
Shalom Brothers and Sisters in Messiah Yeshua. Please continue to pray for the LORD to protect the hearts, souls, and minds of our brothers entering the waters of baptism this weekend; 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. Please pray for our just-baptized brothers to fully embrace the LORD's sanctification of their souls.
First Fruits Ministries will come together for the LORD's weekly Sabbath celebration, a Holy Convocation day, on 9/6/2025 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 Ki Tetze (When You Go Forth): Deuteronomy 21:10-25:19; Isaiah 54:1-10; Matthew 24:29-42.
During our in-house and online segment, Pastor Andrew J. Manuse will present part three of his series, called "Who Is Yeshua the Messiah?" This series will comprise a study of Christology, which focuses on the identity, 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 9/6/2025 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 Ki Tetze (When You Go Forth): Deuteronomy 21:10-25:19; Isaiah 54:1-10; Matthew 24:29-42.
During our in-house and online segment, Pastor Andrew J. Manuse will present part three of his series, called "Who Is Yeshua the Messiah?" This series will comprise a study of Christology, which focuses on the identity, 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 Gary Durham Jr. of Corner Fringe Ministries will deliver his message, called "Samson's Salt." 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?
Another Baptismal Date Scheduled For 9/7
First Fruits Ministries has one more planned baptismal date scheduled for members of the community to join the family of Yeshua starting at 1 p.m. on 9/7/2025. 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. If you cannot or are not ready to be baptized on 9/7/2025, but you would like to contemplate a future date, please also contact Pastor Andrew and begin planning today.
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. If you cannot or are not ready to be baptized on 9/7/2025, but you would like to contemplate a future date, please also contact Pastor Andrew and begin planning today.
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.
Prayer Meeting For 10 Days Set For Sept. 28, 6-8 PM
First Fruits Ministries will co-host a prayer meeting with Calvary Chapel Manchester at the church from 6-8 p.m. on 9/28 for the 10 Days of Prayer ecumenical gathering, which is held annually uniting more than 500 fellowships around the world during the Days of Awe.
The Days of Awe are the 10 days dedicated to repentance (teshuvah) starting with Yom Teruah (the Day of Trumpets) at sunset on 9/22/2025 and ending during the eve of Yom Kippur (the Day of Atonement) on 10/1/2025. Yom Kippur lasts until sunset on 10/2/2025.
First Fruits members are invited to attend all of the prayer events listed on the flier above, especially the co-hosted night from 6-8 p.m. on 9/28 at 60 Bailey Ave., Manchester, NH; however, First Fruits Ministries members ought to prioritize the Holy Days of God by attending First Fruits Holy Day services on 9/23/2025, 10/2/2025, 10/7/2025 and 10/14/2025, as well as the weekly sabbath celebrations.
The 9/28 meeting will focus prayers on the theme, "Partnering With God." We will specifically pray for myriads to answer Yeshua's call on His followers to make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all of the LORD's commandments. We will also pray for the diligence of Christian believers in New Hampshire and around the world to increasingly become disciple-making disciples of Yeshua as we seek to imitate the LORD, His Apostles, and those who follow the LORD with faith and perseverance as they trust in the promises of God. We will also pray for freedom from corruption, greed, and self-serving behaviors that prevent such spiritual growth in the faith community.
For more information, visit 10Days.net.
The Days of Awe are the 10 days dedicated to repentance (teshuvah) starting with Yom Teruah (the Day of Trumpets) at sunset on 9/22/2025 and ending during the eve of Yom Kippur (the Day of Atonement) on 10/1/2025. Yom Kippur lasts until sunset on 10/2/2025.
First Fruits members are invited to attend all of the prayer events listed on the flier above, especially the co-hosted night from 6-8 p.m. on 9/28 at 60 Bailey Ave., Manchester, NH; however, First Fruits Ministries members ought to prioritize the Holy Days of God by attending First Fruits Holy Day services on 9/23/2025, 10/2/2025, 10/7/2025 and 10/14/2025, as well as the weekly sabbath celebrations.
The 9/28 meeting will focus prayers on the theme, "Partnering With God." We will specifically pray for myriads to answer Yeshua's call on His followers to make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all of the LORD's commandments. We will also pray for the diligence of Christian believers in New Hampshire and around the world to increasingly become disciple-making disciples of Yeshua as we seek to imitate the LORD, His Apostles, and those who follow the LORD with faith and perseverance as they trust in the promises of God. We will also pray for freedom from corruption, greed, and self-serving behaviors that prevent such spiritual growth in the faith community.
For more information, visit 10Days.net.
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
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