Dear Family and Friends,
Greetings in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ!
On behalf of the New Ebenezer Seventh-day Adventist Church family, we are filled with joy as we invite you to come home for our 38th Homecoming Celebration at New Ebenezer Seventh-day Adventist Church. Homecoming is more than a date on the calendar — it is a time of reconnection, reflection, and rejoicing.
This year’s theme, “Family Reunion: There’s a Place at the Table for You,” reminds us of the beautiful truth that no matter how long you’ve been away, how far you’ve traveled, or what season of life you’re in — you are still family and at God’s table, there is always a seat saved just for you.
Memorial Day Weekend Homecoming Schedule
Friday, May 22, 2026
7:00pm – Friday Night Vespers – Speaker: Elder Gordon Bliss Jr.
Sabbath, May 23, 2026
11:00am – Divine Worship Service
Speaker: Pastor Eric Bennett Sr., Southeastern Conference of Seventh-day Adventists
Sabbath Fellowship Lunch
Served immediately following Divine Worship
5:30pm – Adventist Youth Service (AYS)
Singing, Fellowship, Testimonies, and Closing Sabbath Vespers
At Sunset – Outdoor Fellowship (Basketball Court)
3-on-3 Basketball Tournament
Popcorn (free), Drinks, and Homecoming Subs
Sunday, May 24, 2026
11:00am Annual Family Picnic – Churchville Park
To help ensure this joyous occasion is a success, we invite you to contribute to our Homecoming Journal by purchasing an advertisement or making a monetary donation.
Homecoming Journal Advertisement Rates
Patron Listing (Name listed in Journal) — $30
Quarter Page — $60
Half Page — $90
Full Page — $160
Submission Guidelines
Please submit your ad to Dion Johnson or any member of the Homecoming Committee as soon as possible. If you are including a photograph, please submit it early to allow time for any necessary adjustments or enhancements. A scanning device may be available to ensure the quick return of your personal photo if needed.
Pre-Made Advertisements
All pre-made ads must be formatted to fit a standard 8½” × 11″ page with ½” margins.
Deadlines
Initial Deadline — May 2, 2026
Final Deadline — May 10, 2026
For Homecoming Journal selections or questions, please contact Dion & Wendy Johnson. All financial contributions should be sent to:
New Ebenezer SDA Church
2710 Chili Avenue
Rochester, NY 14624
Make checks payable to: New Ebenezer Ave SDA Church or submit online through Adventist Giving: New Ebenezer SDA Church.
Make plans now to join us for this unforgettable celebration. Bring your family, invite a friend, and come ready to experience the warmth of fellowship, heartfelt worship, and the blessing of being together again. There’s a place at the table for you — and we can’t wait to see you there.
With love and anticipation,
The Homecoming Committee
New Ebenezer Seventh-day Adventist Church