Misunderstood – April 19, 2015

Misunderstood I John 3:1-7 As Christians, we are bound to be misunderstood like Christ was misunderstood. We can only confidently live the misunderstood life if our identity is deeply rooted in the life of Christ and the hope of being like Christ. As people who are bound to be misunderstood, we should take great care…

Walking in the Light – April 12, 2015

“Walking in the Light” Text: I John 1:1-2:2 The letter of First John calls us to live lives of integrity, walking in the light, and confessing the moments when we fail to do so. Pastor Jon explores this tension, offering a call to live each moment of each day, walking in the light and proclaiming…

To Know Christ Personally – April 5, 2015

“To Know Christ Personally” Text: John 20;1-18 Like Mary Magdalene, we often fail to recognize Jesus. Overcome by grief, vision clouded with tears, or simply because of misplaced expectations, we don’t see Jesus until we hear him call us by name. As we consider the good news of Easter, we are reminded that there is…

“Not What We Expected” – March 29, 2015

“Not What We Expected” Text: John 12:12-19 Palm Sunday is a forceful reminder that Jesus does not fit into our expectations and preconceived notions. As we attempt to hear this story for the first time, we discover how Jesus did participated in some anticipated activities in order to shatter the expectations that had surrounded his…

More than a Glimpse – March 22, 2015

“More than a Glimpse” Text: John 12:20-33 What does it mean to see Jesus? What does it mean to REALLY see Jesus? What does it mean to know Christ personally? When some Greeks wanted to see Jesus, he said that the hour had come for him to be glorified. But this is not the sort…

Everyone – March 15, 2015

“Everyone” Text: John 3:14-21 There are some things that we all have in common! Pastor Jon returns from vacation and shares some thoughts about his travels, and how some things are true no matter where you go and who you meet. A look at John 3:16 reminds us that God loves everyone, and that it…

Daring to be Foolish – March 8, 2015

“Daring to be Foolish” Text:John 2:13-22 Shane Ross brings this morning’s message from John 2. Imagine the surprise of the disciples as Jesus did something completely unexpected in the temple. We must always be open to God’s leading, and for Jesus to do new and unexpected things in our comfortable lives. Jesus often interrupts our…

Life Giving – March 1, 2015

“Life Giving” Text:  Mark 8:27-38 Rev. Cheryl Curlew brings this morning’s message from the Gospel of Mark, with a look at discipleship. In this time of Lent we discuss not only denying ourselves but also how we can give ourselves wholly to the “Things of God” Are we so focused on denial and sacrifice that…

Connected in the Wilderness – February 22, 2015

“Connected in the Wilderness” Text: Mark 1:9-15 As we enter the season of Lent, we consider what it means to follow in the footsteps of Christ and to know Christ personally. As we follow Christ, we will necessarily spend time in the wilderness. Our connection to God and to the people of God is what allows…

Get Outta Town! – February 8, 2015

“Get Outta Town!” Text: Mark 1:29-39 Pastor Joe Donahue explores the Good News of the inbreaking power of the Kingdom of God – with power to change lives. When the whole world stands at the doorstep, turn instead to the Father who sustains us in our innermost being.