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“Let’s Confess: We Need Less Stress!”

Today we welcome Sam Dance to the Pulpit. Our first Scripture lesson is from Psalm 103 and for those of you who are reading the Bible in a year, this just happens to be included in the reading for September … Continue reading

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“On Sex and Spirituality”

In the song of songs, sexuality and spirituality come together. WOOHOOO!    Song of Solomon.   Psalm 100

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“Anger: Taming the Tongue”

Who of us has NOT said we things we have greatly regretted…usually in anger? Are there things we can do to help with our anger? How can we tame our tongues?    James 1.19-21      Ephesians 4.25-27      Romans 12: 17-21

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“On Hurry and Worry”

Our hurried lives really ADDS to all that we worry about! These texts at their core tell us to be fully present to the moment at hand…the SINGLE task in front of us!    Luke 10.38-42

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“On Facing our Fears”

This morning we will consider the sources of our fears and how we might deal with them more effectively.   Matthew 17.1-9

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“Art: Andrew Goldsworthy”

This morning we will enjoy musical reflection on his art…and how WE might create ART with our lives and all that is around us.   Psalm 8 To view some of Andrew Goldsworthy’s art and history, follow this link to Wikipedia … Continue reading

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“Film: Academy Award Best Picture Nominee: Hugo”

In one sense the Psalmist see the world as one big machine too. What is OUR purpose in the midst of it and how do we fulfill this purpose?    Psalm 139.13-18     Micah 6.8     Preview of … Continue reading

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“Christianity and Culture Series begins: Music Justin Hines”

His song encourages us to speak the truth in love…and his life and music encourage us to consider what ‘greater works’ we might do in Jesus’ name.   Psalm 150 Ephesians 4.15 John 14.12   Today’s Sermon Today’s Sermon Today’s … Continue reading

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“Celebration Sunday: Giving Back””

Worship Service was presented by our “younger” Ministers; Our Christian Nurture, Grades K- High School. Be amazed how much our K-3 grade youth know about the Bible. Oh, and their song…outstanding! (I dare you to try and not sing along). … Continue reading

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“On the Nature of Pneuma”

Day of Pentecost Sunday.  The Disciples staying in their upper room keeping a low profile.  Then, the Holy Spirit blows fresh air into their lungs and the rush out to preach to the world that had come to Jerusalem for … Continue reading

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