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He Came Down From Heaven – 1-04-26

He Came Down From Heaven Did you know that Christians subscribe to the belief that Jesus existed long before his birth in Bethlehem?  And did you know that all this matters greatly for our well being today? Find out more in PJ’s sermon this week “He Came Down From Heaven”.  …

Undecided? Just Relax 12-28-25

Undecided? Just Relax When was the last time you were confronted with a major decision?  Did you lose sleep over it?  Did you get stressed out thinking about the myriad of options? Or… did you take a nap?  Apparently, Joseph (the earthly guardian of Jesus) made several decisions while sleeping!  Find …

When God Changes Your Plans 12-21-25

When God Changes Your Plans Have you ever had to change your plans?  Of course!  Sometimes circumstances lead you to switch to “Plan B”…or even to “Plan C”.  In the next two weeks of Gospel readings,  we learn that Joseph had to change his plans eight different times because God …

The Best is Yet to Come 12-14-25

The Best is Yet to Come Did you ever feel stuck in an unpleasant situation?  A dead end job?  An unfulfilled life? A mediocre existence? Well, this Sunday we discover hope-filled Bible passages and words of encouragement from the prophet Isaiah and from Jesus himself.  Hope is on the way…new …

It’s THAT Guy again 12-07-25

It’s THAT Guy again Did you ever go to the circus?  Usually there is a ringmaster who says, “Ladies and gentleman, boys and girls…” and then he/she introduces the astounding acts which will follow.  Similarly, years ago, a man named John was the ringmaster who introduced Jesus to the rest of …

Jesus Christ is Coming to Town 11-30-25

Jesus Christ is Coming to Town We have all heard the song “Santa Claus is Coming to Town”…well, what if we substituted the name Jesus Christ for Santa Claus ?  It would still make sense!  According to the Scriptures, Jesus is coming to town… and soon! Are we really prepared for …

Behold the King 11-23-25

Behold the King This Sunday we will observe the Festival of Christ the King.  When you conjure images of Jesus as “king”, perhaps you can relate to the image provided here.  However, our assigned Gospel reading paints an altogether different picture of Jesus.  Come to worship this Sunday for Pastor …

The Storm Before the Calm – 11-12-25

The Storm Before the Calm No doubt you’ve heard the expression, “The calm before the storm”.  Conversely, the Bible predicts a “storm before the calm”.  This time of turmoil is foretold by Jesus and is to take place just prior to the end of the age.  How can we prepare for this?  …

All in the Family 11-09-25

All in the Family We have all pondered what it will be like in heaven.  But what do the Scriptures tell us about heaven? Pastor Jack will explore this issue in a three-part sermon series beginning this Sunday: “Your Head is in the Clouds: Reflections on Heaven”.  You’re guaranteed to …

All Saints’ Sunday 11-02-25

All Saints’ Sunday MANY THANKS TO Rev. Margaret and Arden Krych for leading ourservices the last two Sundays. We are truly blessed to have you at SOTH! 2026 COMMITMENT CARDS – If you have not already done so, please complete one of the orange cards located on the table in …