Special Message:  Mother’s Day

Lead/Founding Pastor: Ryan Rice & Leslie Rice

Thursday, May 7th, 2026

Sunday, May 10th, 2026 

Mother’s Day Message

Five Encouraging Truths Every Mom Needs to Know 

1. WE NEED YOU

Proverbs 31:28
“Her children rise up and call her blessed…”

2. WE WANT YOU

Isaiah 66:13
“As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you.”

3. WE HEAR YOU

Psalm 34:18
“The Lord is near to the brokenhearted…”

4. WE SEE YOU

1 Thessalonians 5:12–13
“Respect those who labor among you…”

5. WE LOVE YOU

Colossians 3:14
“Put on love, which binds everything together…”

Let’s Be a Church That:

• Needs moms
• Wants moms
• Hears moms
• Sees moms
• Loves moms

Every single day, not just on Mother’s Day!

Talk It Over 

Icebreaker: What is one thing your mom—or a mother figure in your life—did that you’ll never forget?

Discussion Questions:

1. Which of the five statements impacted you the most today: “We Need You, We Want You, We Hear You, We See You, or We Love You”? Why?
2. Read Proverbs 31:28. What are some practical ways we can honor mothers more consistently?
3. Why do you think many moms today feel overwhelmed or exhausted?
4. Read Isaiah 66:13. What does this verse teach us about the nurturing heart of God?
5. What are some unseen sacrifices mothers make that often go unnoticed?
6. Read Psalm 34:18. How can our church better support hurting or discouraged moms?
7. Why is listening such an important part of loving people well?
8. Read 1 Thessalonians 5:12–13. How can appreciation strengthen families and relationships?
9. What does intentional love look like in everyday life?
10. What is one practical way you can encourage, support, or bless a mother this week?