Onondaga Hill Presbyterian Church

“More than a Big Fish Story”

OHPC.us Admin — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 17:00:58 +0000

Jonah was fortunate that God prepared a fish to carry him to shore. Sometimes we’re not so lucky…or so it seems! What do we do when we’re alone with our mess and the burden that our screw-ups have hurt a lot of people? Jonah 3-4:2

“The Inapang weave baskets. God, weaves people.”

OHPC.us Admin — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 17:00:11 +0000

We welcome Bud & Bonnie Morton, our missionaries in Papua New Guinea.   They provide medical and educational support to missionaries serving in Papua New Guinea.

There are over 860 different tribes in PNG and nearly 400 are still unreached.    Matthew 6:24-34

Quoting the back cover of the book “A big thank you to GOD” by David bell

“When the Inapangs began digging up the first yams of the season, their main food staple was twice its normal size.   “When I dig them out, I look at them and say, ‘This is God showing us His fingerprints and His power!’” said a village chief. The new believers were convinced that the power to grow food did not belong to the spirits they had worshipped in the past, but to God alone. The planted without doing the traditional spirit-worship ritual. The harvest was their first confirmation from god: “I am here. I am in control. I am the One looking after you.”   The bountiful yield of yams parallels the spiritual harvest that God is producing among the Inapangs, for which they continue to offer “a big thank you to God”.

For more information, visit http://usa.ntm.org/ (New tribes Mission)

“Don’t Worry?”

OHPC.us Admin — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 17:00:10 +0000

Are you kidding me? In this day and time…in this economy Jesus tells us not to worry? EXACTLY! What are the sources of worry for us? How can trust…faith help with that? Matt. 6.24-34

“On holding the Baby”

OHPC.us Admin — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 15:30:22 +0000

When Simeon held the baby, he saw things…in Him and in His mother! Can we imagine what it would have been like to be Simeon? What might it mean for us to hold THIS baby…who would become a man and ‘the salvation of God?’ Luke 2.22-40

“Love All”

OHPC.us Admin — Sun, 25 Dec 2011 02:00:39 +0000

When Jesus loved, he loved in ways never imagined. Though rich, he became poor to love the poor, the forgotten, the overlooked and the sick. He played to the margins. By spending less at Christmas we have the opportunity to join him in giving resources to those who need help the most. One less gift. One unbelievable present in the name of Christ. (thanks to www.mybuffalochurch.org)
Luke 2.1-20 John 3.16-18

“Give More”

OHPC.us Admin — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 17:00:57 +0000

God’s gift to us was a relationship built on love. So it’s no wonder why we’re drawn to the idea that Christmas should be a time to love our friends and family in the most memorable ways possible. Time is the real gift Christmas offers us, and no matter how hard we look, it can’t be found at the mall. Time to make a gift that turns into the next family heirloom. Time to write mom a letter. Time to take the kids sledding. Time to bake really good cookies and sing really bad Christmas carols. Time to make love visible through relational giving. Sounds a lot better than getting a sweater two sizes too big, right? (thanks to mybuffalochurch.org) Matthew 2.1-12

“Spend Less”

OHPC.us Admin — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 17:00:58 +0000

Before you think we’re getting all Scrooge-y on you, let us explain what we mean. We like gifts. Our kids really like gifts. But consider this: America spends an average of $450 billion a year every Christmas. How often have you spent money on Christmas presents for no other reason than obligation? How many times have you received a gift out of that same obligation? Thanks, but no thanks, right? We’re asking people to consider buying ONE LESS GIFT this Christmas. Just one. Sounds insignificant, yet many who have taken this small sacrifice have experienced something nothing less than a miracle: They have been more available to celebrate Christ during the advent season. Looking for a few gifts that don’t cost a lot of money? Need some more ideas for relational giving? Head to www.RethinkingChristmas.com today. (thanks to mybuffalochurch.org) 1 Timothy 6.6-10

When Pastor Bob says “Take a look at this”, pause the sermon and view this video or chose to view later. I would personally advise to look before the sermon.

“Worship Fully”

OHPC.us Admin — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 17:00:35 +0000

It starts with Jesus. It ends with Jesus. This is the holistic approach God had in mind for Christmas. It’s a season where we are called to put down our burdens and lift a song up to our God. It’s a season where love wins, peace reigns, and a king is celebrated with each breath. It’s the party of the year. Entering the story of Advent means entering this season with an overwhelming passion to worship Jesus to the fullest. (with thanks to mybuffalochurch.org) Luke 1:39-56

When Pastor Bob says “Take a look at this”, pause the sermon and view this video or chose to view later. I would personally advise to look before the sermon.

“Extra-Ordinary Life”

OHPC.us Admin — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 17:00:38 +0000

The call of the text is not for us to find a cure for cancer or the global economic problem. It isn’t even for US to free the prisoners. It is rather to visit them IN prison. The call of Jesus is to live and EXTRA-ORDINARY life… Matthew 25.31-46

“A History of HER-story”

OHPC.us Admin — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 17:00:53 +0000

Little is known of Deborah among the people of faith. We will explore this morning her story as it fits into a particular piece of history. It might make for a pretty interesting memoir! Judges 4.1-7