This week in church we hear another classic and foundation story of Jesus in action.  In the feeding of the five thousand, there are two key characteristics of Jesus’ ministry that we need to emphasize: how Jesus prioritized meeting people’s physical needs (not just spiritual needs), and his ability to mobilize a movement. This story can teach us a lot about community organizing and communal care if we let it.  This week we will be led in worship by our District Superintendent, Rev. Bob Kolvik-Campbell, while Pastor Anna is attending her grandmother's funeral in Kentucky. Permission to podcast / stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-734781. All rights reserved. CCLI Copyright License #11108520 and Streaming.

As we move into Lent this Sunday, we find in the Gospel of John that Jesus’ ministry doesn’t begin with the temptation story (as other gospels do). Instead Jesus’ ministry begins with a wedding miracle. It may feel a bit lavish to start the season of Lent with a wedding banquet, but the good news begins with joy. This week we focus on the subversive and playful nature of the good news. The kingdom of heaven is so good it should catch us by surprise! Like a mustard seed, the good news can grow from the smallest seed into the tallest tree. Like an unruly weed, or fine wine saved for last, the good news is abundant and cannot be contained. As we sink into Jesus’ teachings throughout the season, we may not always be comfortable, but we can trust that these teachings are good, rooted in love, and worthy of celebration. Our scripture will be Matthew 13:31-32 and John 2:1-11. Permission to podcast / stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-734781. All rights reserved. CCLI Copyright License #11108520 and Streaming.

This week we encounter another radical message of Jesus: great love for God and neighbor. We find Pharisees hosting a dinner for Jesus and an unexpected guest arrives: a woman from the city who kneels at Jesus’ feet and washes him with expensive perfume. One Pharisee scoffs at this party foul, but Jesus reorients his focus, asking him to truly see the woman and recognize that she has shown “great love,” offering the tender hospitality he was not granted when he entered that home. The woman with the alabaster jar shows a shocking, extravagant love that exemplifies the Greatest Commandment: to love God with all your heart, soul, and mind and to love your neighbor as yourself. Join us this week as we gather around the table ourselves, sing beloved songs, and welcome all into God’s embrace. Our scripture will be Luke 7:36-50 and Matthew 22:37-40 . Permission to podcast / stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-734781. All rights reserved. CCLI Copyright License #11108520 and Streaming.

As we move into Lent this Sunday, we find in the Gospel of John that Jesus’ ministry doesn’t begin with the temptation story (as other gospels do). Instead Jesus’ ministry begins with a wedding miracle. It may feel a bit lavish to start the season of Lent with a wedding banquet, but the good news begins with joy. This week we focus on the subversive and playful nature of the good news. The kingdom of heaven is so good it should catch us by surprise! Like a mustard seed, the good news can grow from the smallest seed into the tallest tree. Like an unruly weed, or fine wine saved for last, the good news is abundant and cannot be contained. As we sink into Jesus’ teachings throughout the season, we may not always be comfortable, but we can trust that these teachings are good, rooted in love, and worthy of celebration. Our scripture will be Matthew 13:31-32 and John 2:1-11. Permission to podcast / stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-734781. All rights reserved. CCLI Copyright License #11108520 and Streaming.

Ever had an experience that was so good you never wanted to let go? We’ll talk about those times in our lives this week at church as we celebrate Transfiguration Sunday, a day when Jesus and his disciples had such a “mountaintop experience.” Moving forward in life from our high moments requires perseverance and resiliency. The good news is, Jesus leads the way. Join us this week as we read Matthew 17:1-9. Permission to podcast / stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-734781. All rights reserved. CCLI Copyright License #11108520 and Streaming.

We all need something to hold on to in these trying times. Join us in worship as we sing in solidarity, pray the prayers that speak into our hearts, and gather around the table where we get nourishment for the journey. Our focus this week will be on how God made us to be holy, even and especially in trying times. What does it mean to be holy? It means to be whole in God’s grace, put simply. We wrap up our series on United Methodist beliefs and get some short and sweet advice for living a life wholly in the grace of God. Our scripture readings this week are Micah 6:1-8 and Matthew 5:1-12.  Permission to podcast / stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-734781. All rights reserved. CCLI Copyright License #11108520 and Streaming asfd

It may be cold outside this Sunday but we’ll be thinking warm thoughts inside the sanctuary! This Sunday we welcome the various scout troops that are associated with our church to come and help with worship and share a bit about what they do. We will also welcome our own Hannah Lasher to talk about Skye Farm Camp. Our scripture readings this week are Isaiah 58:6-11 and Matthew 5:13-20 as we continue the Sermon on the Mount.  Don’t forget to stay for our Souper Bowl Luncheon after church! Permission to podcast / stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-734781. All rights reserved. CCLI Copyright License #11108520 and Streaming asfd

We all need something to hold on to in these trying times. Join us in worship as we sing in solidarity, pray the prayers that speak into our hearts, and gather around the table where we get nourishment for the journey. Our focus this week will be on how God made us to be holy, even and especially in trying times. What does it mean to be holy? It means to be whole in God’s grace, put simply. We wrap up our series on United Methodist beliefs and get some short and sweet advice for living a life wholly in the grace of God. Our scripture readings this week are Micah 6:1-8 and Matthew 5:1-12.  Permission to podcast / stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-734781. All rights reserved. CCLI Copyright License #11108520 and Streaming asfd