Our July 18 worship service will be a celebration of music in worship. It will include congregational singing, dedication of the new hymnal, Voices Together, and a meditation by Denise…
We tend to hold tightly the things which are precious to us. There are times when we are called to “let go, and let God.” Jochebed (Exodus 1 & 2),…
In Luke 19:41-44, Jesus wept over Jerusalem, because its inhabitants could not see that an embrace of God’s Reign, would bring them peace (complete wellbeing). The sermon, Peace is Patriotic,…
We consider three biblical worship experiences from Nehemiah 8:1-12; Luke 4:16-30; and Revelation 7:9-12. The sermon, Two Worship Services, will respond to very basicquestions about worship: what, why, and how…
When it feels like we have nothing, Jesus miraculously provides what we cannot provide for ourselves, then invites us to contribute to the sustenance he has already prepared. We serve…
We gather at the meeting place for worship this Sunday, after more than a year on Zoom! Many individuals have worked hard at preparing for this special day. The service…
There is a fascinating account (2 Chronicles 29-31) of a new King in Judah, who effectively led national renewal. King Hezekiah was wise beyond his 25 years, in leading with…
Pentecost Sunday celebrates the birth of the Church Jesus promised to build, out of the transformed lives of his followers. The story of Pentecost (Acts 2:1-21) emphasizes that the Holy…
We celebrate Jesus’ Ascension by reflecting on a story whichillustrates what can happen when God’s people are empowered byGod’s Spirit—the point Jesus made just before ascending. ManyChristians see the David…
The church at Corinth was confused about Spirit-given gifts. In 1 Corinthians 12, Paul clears things up with two points. The Spirit has given each of us a special way…