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Open Heart Surgery 8-20-23

In this Sunday’s assigned Gospel reading, Jesus sounds much like a cardiologist!  He speaks about the heart…but be careful; he’s really speaking about the spiritual heart!  Join Pastor Jack this week for his sermon, “Open Heart Surgery,”…an exploratory look at Biblical metaphors for the heart and soul. Don’t be surprised …

Sight for Sore Eyes – 8-13-23

A long time ago, the apostle Peter found himself in a life-threatening predicament.  He discovered that focusing only on the danger left him helpless and out of control. However, focusing on Christ led him out of the current troubles. Can YOU do that? Can you see and perceive Christ amid the turmoil of …

Soul Food Nourishment – 8-6-23

Imagine driving up to a restaurant’s food window and receiving all the food you want…whenever you want it…free of charge!  Abundant food…always free!  In this Sunday’s sermon, Pastor Jack unpacks a passage from the Book of Isaiah, in which God declares, “Come, have wine and milk without money and without …

Ninth Sunday after Pentecost – 7/30/23

CHANGES IN WORSHIP beginning 6/11 SAVE THE DATES: GARDENERS NEEDED! – We are blessed to have such a beautiful property, and we are always in need of volunteers to weed the gardens especially close to the main entrances. Feel free to bring your gloves and tools and help out when …

Seventh Sunday after Pentecost – 7-16-2023

CHANGES IN WORSHIP beginning 6/11 SAVE THE DATES: PASTOR’S VACATION – July 17 to July 30 – Pastor Ryon Herin will cover for pastoral emergencies during this time. He can be reached at 973-627-1059. OFFICE CLOSED – various days in July. Please call before coming. In addition, it might take …

Sixth Sunday After Pentecost – 7-9-23

CHANGES IN WORSHIP beginning 6/11 SAVE THE DATE: PASTOR’S VACATION – June 28 – July 8 – Pastor Ryon Herin will cover for pastoral emergencies between 6/27/23 and 7/7/23. He can be reached at 973-627-1059. Many thanks to our very own Reverends Dr. Margaret and Arden Krych for serving as our pastors …

Fifth Sunday After Pentecost – 07-02-23

CHANGES IN WORSHIP beginning 6/11 SAVE THE DATES: PASTOR’S VACATION – June 28 – July 8 – Pastor Ryon Herin will cover for pastoral emergencies between 6/27/23 and 7/7/23. He can be reached at 973-627-1059. Many thanks to our very own Reverends Dr. Margaret and Arden Krych for serving as …

If You Don’t Speak Up…Who Will? – 6-25-23

Imagine you are at a dinner party, and those around you start mocking your religion, poking fun at Jesus, and laughing about it all.  What do YOU do?  Cower in the corner?  Throw your mashed potatoes at them?  Join Pastor Jack this Sunday as he explores how to respond in …

Sent By God – June 18, 2023

This Sunday, our Gospel reading is all about Jesus sending his disciples out “into the world” to make a difference.  Does all that “sending out” apply to us, as well? Join Pastor Jack as he proclaims his sermon message, “Sent by God,”… and learn new and creative ways we can …