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Saturday Feb 19, 2022
Saturday Feb 19, 2022
We continue our February worship series called, Jesus Says... Each week we are looking at what Jesus says in Scripture and how it can apply to our lives today. Our scriptures this week will be Colossians 3:12-17 and John 8:1-11. Pastor Brad's sermon is titled, Jesus Says...My Followers are Compassionate.
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Saturday Feb 12, 2022
Saturday Feb 12, 2022
We continue our February worship series called, Jesus Says... Each week we are looking at what Jesus says in Scripture and how it can apply to our lives today. Our scriptures this week will be Psalm 1 and Luke 6:17-26. Pastor Jenny's sermon is titled, Jesus Says...Blessed Are You.
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Saturday Feb 05, 2022
Saturday Feb 05, 2022
This week, we will begin our February worship series called, Jesus Says...
Each week we will look at what Jesus says in Scripture and how it can apply to our lives today.
Our scriptures this week will be Psalm 138 and Luke 5:1-11. Pastor Jenny's sermon is titled, Jesus Says...Nothing But Net.
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Saturday Jan 29, 2022
Saturday Jan 29, 2022
We will conclude our January worship series, What's Your Story?
This week, we will hear about call stories. Our scriptures will be Psalm 71:1-6 and Jeremiah 1:4-10.
Rev. Claire Douglass, our Pastor of Youth & Young Adults, will be preaching.
Her sermon is titled To Build and To Plant. We would love to know you’ve been with us.
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Saturday Jan 22, 2022
Saturday Jan 22, 2022
We are in the midst of our January worship series, What's Your Story? This week, we will talk about miracle stories. Our scriptures will be Luke 4:14-21 and 1 Corinthians 12:12-31. Pastor Jenny's sermon is titled, See the Miracle.
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Saturday Jan 15, 2022
Saturday Jan 15, 2022
We will continue this week with our January worship series, What's Your Atory? This week, we will talk about our childhood stories. Our scriptures will be Psalm 36 and Luke 2:15-19. Pastor Brad's sermon is titled, A Letter Home.
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Sunday Jan 09, 2022
Sunday Jan 09, 2022
In this second week of the New Year, we will continue with our January worship series, What's Your Story? This week, we will hear the story of the Baptism of Jesus and remember our own Baptism and renew our baptismal vows Our scriptures will be Isaiah 43 1 7 and Luke 3 15 17 21 22 Pastor Jenny's sermon is titled, Remembering Your Baptism
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Thursday Jan 06, 2022
Thursday Jan 06, 2022
Join us as we explore our sermon series "What's Your Story" as we take a look at our founding story as United Methodists.
Thursday Dec 30, 2021
Thursday Dec 30, 2021
Strength
Written by Maecie Ledden, Confirmation Student
Read by Chase Rimrodt
I hereby command you: Be strong and courageous.
Do not be frightened or dismayed, for the Lord your God
is with you wherever you go.
--Joshua 1:9
There are many times in your life when you will be given the opportunity to go outside of your comfort zone. I was given the opportunity one summer to go on a five-day backpacking trip. God presented me with this opportunity, but I did not perceive it that way. I did end up going on the trip and I grew so much knowing God was with me. God calls upon us to use the strength he gives us to be strong and courageous, by presenting opportunities. Many people do not see these and turn away from the challenge. We should all try to see the times God gives us the opportunity to grow, with the security of knowing God is with you wherever you go.
Gracious God, let others take these opportunities you present in our everyday lives and flourish with them. Thank you for explaining that growth doesn't happen in your comfort zone but in the times, you leave it. We appreciate the security you provide for us as we take on challenges and learn more about ourselves and our faith. Amen
Wednesday Dec 29, 2021
Wednesday Dec 29, 2021
Dreaming
Written by Claire Douglass, Pastor of Youth & Young Adults
Read by Denise Utter
… But after he had considered this, an angel of the Lord appeared
to him in a dream and said, ‘Joseph son of David, do not be
afraid to take Mary home as your wife because what is
conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. She will give birth
to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because
he will save his people from their sins.’
-- Matthew 1:20-21
You may be surprised to learn that according to the Guinness book of World Records, Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas” as recorded by Bing Crosby is the best-selling single of all time. No one can deny that listening to White Christmas is quintessential part of our Christmas experience, but it was originally a bit of a dark horse. Penned by Irving Berlin for the blockbuster musical film Holiday Inn, everyone expected that another song “Be Careful It’s My Heart” would be the film’s biggest musical hit. But as Holiday Inn was about to be released, the United States entered World War II. Suddenly White Christmas with its dreams of glistening treetops and sleigh bells ringing in the snow captured the hearts and minds of families missing loved ones around the world.
Advent is a season made for dreaming, for reflecting on the past and imagining the future. It is a season for challenging ourselves to look past the obvious and believe in a world where angels might appear, the impossible might happen and God might be where we least expect. But the story of Joseph reminds us that not all dreams are merry and bright. Some dreams may be challenging and send us in new directions in life. Some dreams are meant to push us beyond what we believe is possible to become the kind of people who change the world. This advent season, let us all dream big dreams. The kind of dreams that push us beyond what is comfortable and easy, that together we may become a Christmas people ready to change the world.
Loving God, thank you for this season of dreaming that offers hope for change to come into a waiting world. Amen
Tuesday Dec 28, 2021
Tuesday Dec 28, 2021
Parents
Written by Addison Richards, 4th Grader
Read By Tian Brooks
Lead me in your truth, and teach me, for you are the
God of my salvation; for you I wait all day long.
–Psalms 25:5
Have you ever seen the Lord? Well, I see him every day in my parents. In Psalms 25:1-10, we are told to put our trust in the Lord who will guide us and teach us but not judge us by our wrongdoings.
I find this to be the same with my parents. I put my trust into them to guide me along the right path and to not judge me for when my attitude is not the best or I make a mistake. I want them to love me for who I am and help guide me on the path of love. So, for me, I am able to see the way of the Lord through the love of my parents, which gives me a connection with God. So, let us all remember the love of our parents and of our God. Their love is forever!
Dear God, thank you for loving parents who show and share your love. Amen
Monday Dec 27, 2021
Monday Dec 27, 2021
If You Believe God Answers Our Prayers, Say AMEN!
Writtten by Dan VandeKolk, Welcome Center Host
Read by Bill Anciaux
This is the confidence we have in approaching God:
that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us.
And if we know that he hears us-whatever we ask-
we know that we have what we ask of him.
--1 John 5:14-15
For several years my daughter Pam had periodic issues of SVT; episodes of an abnormally fast heart rhythm. There are options available to someone with this condition. One is a surgical procedure known as Ablation Therapy. Another is to treat the tachycardia with medication. After trial and error with the medication, rapid heart rate issues were controlled most of the time. But, after time, the medication was no longer effective, and the Ablation was performed. While the ablation was successful for treating the SVT, Pam started experiencing Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) following the ablation surgery. AFib is another form of irregular heart rhythm, as I understand it.
A year or so later she experienced another episode of AFib with a rapid heart rate and she was transported to the hospital. The medical team tried different medications to get the heart rate back to normal without success. All the while, Pam had been praying for the AFib to stop. Finally, the doctor said she was going to have to perform an electrical cardioversion (electric shock). Pam was scared and hesitant to have the procedure done but after reassurance from the medical team she agreed. While being prepped for the procedure, Pam prayed a different prayer. She prayed “Be with me through this.” Her heart rate immediately went back to normal rhythm. While being prepared to be released, the nurse asked her what she had been doing when her heart rate returned to normal after all those hours. She replied, “I was praying.”
Pam believes the prayer she needed to pray was to accept God’s will and pray for His Presence- “Be with me, be by my side” instead of “make this stop,” was really the difference in her prayer being heard and ANSWERED!
During this season of Advent, I wonder what prayers were being said by Joseph and Mary many years ago. I believe their prayers may have been very similar.
“Be with us, be by our side” History shows us that God answered their prayers than and continues to answer our prayer requests centuries later.
I say AMEN!
Sunday Dec 26, 2021
Sunday Dec 26, 2021
Trust
Written by Kendra Jackson, Confirmation Student
Read by Chase Rimrodt
Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known
to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding,
will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
--Philippians 4:6-7
WOW! 18 months, that is a long time, whether sitting on a computer for virtual learning or trying to stay safe in Covid. Even the excitement of going back to school brought some uncertainty to parents and children. Christmas time can be the same way, with all the activities, racing around hoping you got all the presents together in time.
Even in these hard times from quarantine to Christmas, God reminds us that as long as we trust Him, we’ll always have peace in the midst of it all.
Dear God, thank you for creating us as people of trust. Help us to hear your voice even when the noise around us is loud. Amen.
Saturday Dec 25, 2021
Saturday Dec 25, 2021
Family Relationships
Written by Chloe Nelson, 4th Grader
Read by Tian Brooks
But the angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid; for see, I am bringing you good news of great joy for all the people.
--Luke 2:10
During Advent I spend time with family and friends because it makes me jolly. The days leading up to Christmas are spent baking cookies, decorating the tree, getting gifts, looking at holiday lights, enjoying gatherings, participating in the pageant and so much more. All that we do is with family. With so much to do and the buzzing of excitement, sometimes our anxieties of the season take over.
The angel Gabriel reminds us not to be afraid. Talking to God can release anxiety and shine light on advent. During Advent we light candles, which can also remind us that God listens all the time. I feel loved speaking to God, and it makes me happy when I know someone is listening. My relationship with God is like my relationship with my family. We both talk to each other when rough times are going on. They are both great listeners to whatever I'm feeling. The days leading up to Christmas I hope that you find support and comfort in others.
Gracious God, we pray that our loved ones are safe and that during this Christmas time everyone can participate in activities that make them feel happy and loved.
Friday Dec 24, 2021
Friday Dec 24, 2021
Lessons from the Barn
Written by Brenda Wingfield, Retired UM Clergy
Read by Marcia Flaherty
Make me to know your ways, O Lord; teach me your paths.
–Psalm 25:4
For much of my life I have been involved with animals. I grew up on a dairy farm and spent a lot of time in the calf/heifer barn. I helped the little ones eat from a bucket and then from the manger. Since we also had a show ring, I helped the older calves and young heifers to become accustomed to a halter and lead strap.
As an adult, we had harness horses – those are the racehorses known as Standardbred and pull a sulky during races. My time was spent with the foals and mares. It was important that the foals learned to become used to feed boxes, halters and lead straps and being around humans – rather similar to calves.
Working with both cows and horses I learned some important facts: use a quiet, consistent voice and always touch them and praise them. Thinking about those facts I realize that is how God works with us. God sent us Jesus, who taught with great patience and touched physically and verbally, who corrected gently and praised extravagantly.
As we study and work with each other, we can use these “barn lessons”, too. Although there are times we’d like to shout, we can remember to speak quieter. Currently we are not shaking hands or hugging, but we can fist-bump or air high-five. And we can offer words of encouragement as we greet others.
Gracious God, thank you for your patience as we strive to learn your paths as Jesus guides us. Amen.