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Post-Pandemic & Social Change Reflections: Loss, Loneliness

We are in the midst of a wave of change that disorients and depresses us.

Grief has become our shared experience and anxiety grows.


Yet in the midst of our turmoil, we know that God is with us.

                We no longer need to feel alone in our grief. 


         "The Good News (the Gospel) is this: 

                  God's heavenly realm is as close as our heartbeat.

                            Turn and hear the message of God's love.

                                      We can experience Heaven on Earth today."             

What is the "Gospel"? What would you say?

Jesus proclaimed the "Gospel" / the Good News of God...

Mark writes: "...Jesus came to Galilee, proclaiming the good news of God, and saying,

            'The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God has come near; 

                        repent, and believe in the good news.'" (Mark 1:14-15)


        "Jesus began to proclaim, 'Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near.'" (Matt 4:17)


"'The Spirit of the Lord is upon, because he has anointed me to bring good news to the poor.  

            He has sent me to proclaim release to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, 

                            to let the oppressed go free, to proclaim the year of the Lord's favor.' ... 

                                 ...'Today this scripture has been fulfilled in your hearing.'" (Luke 4:18-19, 21)


       "But to all who received him, who believed in his name, 

                           he gave power to become children of God..." (John 1:12)


While repentance is important, (and often the focus these scriptures), what's even more important 

          is that the kin(g)dom/realm of God/Heaven has come near and is fully realized in the Resurrection.


We continually call ourselves to account by asking:

           "Are we, as christians, followers of Christ, children of God

            truly  living out the unconditional, grace-filled gift of being  'citizens of heaven?'" (Phil 3:20)


Joanne and I are committed to exploring this "heaven on Earth" gift 

         with individuals and local churches through prayer, spiritual disciplines, 

         leadership trainings, retreats and personal coaching.


We are both looking forward to an everlasting , unconditional love with God in the heaven to come,

         as well as actively participating in a graceful forgiveness and reconciliation

          with all around us right now. 


This current engagement with God's presence, this eternal living right now,

        is filled with and guided by God's Holy Spirit, 

        as we radically serve God's will, righteousness, peace and justice.


Want to know more about the Sacraments?

Holy Communion / Eucharist: One in Christ's Body

Holy Communion / Eucharist: One in Christ's Body

Holy Communion / Eucharist: One in Christ's Body

Holy Communion is celebrated at least once a month.

The body and blood of Christ is shared through bread and grape juice offered to all: young and old, members and non members. 

Only a desire to be closer to Christ and an open heart of confession is needed.   Here's where you can learn more about the Eucharist!

Baptism: Our Passport onto God's Porch

Holy Communion / Eucharist: One in Christ's Body

Holy Communion / Eucharist: One in Christ's Body

Baptism is a great moment in the life of a Christian!

It's a sign of God's unconditional love, forgiveness and acceptance.

Our old life dies and our new life in the Lord begins.

We baptism people of all ages, backgrounds and situations.

Here's some more information about how important Baptism is to us. 

Confirmation: Youth & Adults in a life changing step.

Confirmation: Youth & Adults in a life changing step.

Confirmation: Youth & Adults in a life changing step.

Confirmation is the time of questioning and choosing to follow Christ.  Every year we invite youth in Middle School and High School to bring their questions and concerns, study the bible and as a result, make a decision about Jesus the Messiah.

Here's some more information on our celebration of Confirmation.

PLUS: Here's a short video that goes deeper into the relationship of Baptism and confirmation. 

P.S. We LOVE children in worship with their families

Confirmation: Youth & Adults in a life changing step.

Confirmation: Youth & Adults in a life changing step.

We both welcome children in worship as well as have a "cry room" for when they need a little space.  

There are large windows and the sound is available so the parents don't miss a thing.  In addition there is a well equipped nursery just steps away with qualified and competent care when it's nap time. 

Your children are our children and we give them tender loving care!

Your church can be a warm and welcoming home.
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Dismantling Racism: A UMC Global Focus

Kairos: God's time in the dawning of the Kingdom of Heaven

The year 2020 will long be remembered for it's tectonic shift of attitudes and behaviors regarding race and racism.  Major shifts are happening right now in the United States and perhaps the world.  God's Holy Spirit is moving in every village and town, suburb and city.  God is raising up people to make significant progress in "Dismantling Racism."   Click the image for more resources and ways you can help your congregation become more inclusive church and society.  (CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS.)

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• 7 weeks of Sermon Themes & Starters


• How to start " Wesley's "Small Group Revolution" with leadership training and mission-active groups.


• Renewing Worship as a "Heavenly Sanctuary" for our fractured, isolated and lonely society.


(PLUS: More Post-Covid Resources at page end below.)

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The Church after the Vax: A Great Awakening or a Continued Hospice? (Article to share)

The Church after the Vax: A Great Awakening or a Continued Hospice? (Article to share)

The Church after the Vax: A Great Awakening or a Continued Hospice? (Article to share)

The Church after the Vax: A Great Awakening or a Continued Hospice? (Article to share)

VACCINE REBOUND Presentation: Leadership Wkshp

The Church after the Vax: A Great Awakening or a Continued Hospice? (Article to share)

Watch for our next "Quiet Morning" with Centering Prayer.

Will your church weather the next big change?
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Watch for our next "Quiet Morning" with Centering Prayer.

The Church after the Vax: A Great Awakening or a Continued Hospice? (Article to share)

Watch for our next "Quiet Morning" with Centering Prayer.

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Our Prayer for you...

We know that Christ is calling us all  

to a renewal of unconditional love and living 

right now in God's Heavenly Realm.

It is our prayer for you and those around you 

that the power of the Holy Spirit will sweep through you, your family and your community 

and ignite a passion for  authentic compassion in Jesus 

and a sharing of his agapé love.

And that this power will lead you to be a deeper disciple, 

a more fulfilled Citizen of Heaven.

Amen?  Amen!"

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