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“How Can We Be Faithful?” 3 – 12/13/20

We’re all wondering how we can be faithful to God from now until the return of Christ.  This Sunday, St. Paul provides a laundry list of good Christian behaviors…a list which was compiled almost two thousand years ago, yet it is relevant for us today! CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICES – Will be at …

“What’s He Waiting For?” Advent 2B 12-6-20

“What’s He Waiting For?” Jesus promised he would return to earth someday…but the Christian Church has been waiting for this return for the better part of 2,000 years?  We wonder what’s taking so long?  Today’s sermon encourages us all to trust in God’s perfect timeline. CONGREGATIONAL MEETING –Dec. 6.  9 – 9:30 …

“Now…or Later?” – Pentecost 23A 11/8/20

What happens when you die?  What do the Scriptures say about this?  Join Pastor Jack as he explores Biblical views about our promised journey to the heavenly kingdom.  This is Part Two of an Eight-Part sermon series, “Heavenly Reflections”. STREAMING IS HERE!: We are excited to announce that you can now …

What is Heavenly Paradise? – All Saints’ Day 11/01/20

Have you ever wondered what heaven is really like?  This Sunday is “All Saints’ Sunday” and our assigned reading from the Book of Relevation gives us a “sneak peek” into the heavenly realm.  Let’s rejoice in the promise of that special place Jesus has reserved for departed souls. WORSHIP INFO FOR NOV. 1 …

Good Enough – Reformation Sunday, 10/25/20

Have you ever felt inferior in the eyes of God?  Unworthy? Unforgiven?  This Sunday is Reformation Sunday, a day to lift up the core of New Testament theology:  We are saved by the grace of God. We will also celebration the Rite of Confirmation. WORSHIP INFO FOR OCT. 25 Worship …

Be the Example Pentecost 20A

Christian values are caught, not taught.  In our assigned Scripture for this Sunday, St. Paul encourages all Christians to model good and faithful behavior to others.  How can we “be” the example of faith to those who are watching us?  This is part 3 of a three-part sermon series “Representing Christ …

Do The Right Thing – Pentecost 19

Paul admonishes: Listen to the quiet voice of the Holy Spirit and seek kindness and righteousness, especially when others are encouraging different responses. This is part two in a three part sermon series entitled, “Representing Christ in Your Daily Life.” WORSHIP INFO FOR OCT. 11 Worship Bulletin Kid’s Celebrate Bulletin …