On Palm Sunday we were thrilled to welcome special guest speaker Dennis R. Edwards. Dennis is associate professor of New Testament at North Park Theological Seminary in Chicago. He is also the author of several books including:“What is the Bible? And How Do We Understand It?” and “The 1 Peter Story of God Commentary.” Dennis spoke on the story of … Read More
Christ The Lord Is Risen Today! by Charles Wesley Christ the Lord is risen today! Alleluia! Sons of men and angels say: Alleluia! Raise your joys and triumphs high. Alleluia! Sing, ye heav’ns and earth, reply, Alleluia! Lives again our glorious King! Alleluia! Where O death is now thy sting? Alleluia! Dying once He all doth save! Alleluia! Where thy … Read More
Call to Worship ‘Tenebrae’ means darkness or shadows.As we come to the end of Lent, we begin a journey into darkness to a place of deep shadows.Today we accompany Jesus in his last hours.We witness the cruelties and the suffering he endures.We listen to the words of condemnation and ridicule. In all this he is innocent.He is the faithful servant of … Read More
For Palm Sunday liturgy today, bring a house plant to use as a palm branch, or cut and color this palm frond coloring page. We will have Eucharist together, so be sure to have bread and wine (or juice, tortillas, chips, etc.) if you wish to participate. Arise Shine For Your Light Has Come by Jerred McKennaArise shine for your … Read More
For the fifth week of Lent Madelynn Marlow shared from Ezekiel 37. She encouraged us to remember God’s healing, life giving presence among us even when things feel dry and lifeless, like the valley of dry bones. Scripture and quotes: Ezekiel 37:1-1437 The hand of the Lord came upon me, and he brought me out by the spirit of the Lord … Read More
King of Glory (You Restore My Soul) (All Sons & Daughters) I know a place where I can find You Here in the valley of the shadow Give me eyes to see where You’re leading me I know a place where I can feel you Here in the freedom of forgiveness Give me strength to hold fast to what I … Read More
Opening Prayer May God grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end. Amen. Our help is in the Name of the Lord;The maker of heaven and earth. Confession Confession allows us a moment to honestly reveal our hopes and pains.Let us take a moment to reflect on the day and examine our conscience.We’ll and cry out to God as … Read More
On Sunday we had a digital liturgy via Zoom. April shared thoughts from Psalm 23 about God’s presence and blessing with us even in the darkest valleys.Scripture and quotes: Psalm 23The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures;he leads me beside still waters; he restores my soul.He leads me in right paths for his … Read More
Our very own Karen Jordan wrote this song after 9/11. At the time she and Kevin were living in New York. The words are an encouragement in dark times. She created this video for everyone in our community and added images (including some of familiar faces!). We hope the words of the song and accompanying video will encourage you and … Read More
I Saw The Light I wandered so aimless life filled with sin, I wouldn’t let my dear Saviour in Then Jesus came like a stranger in the night Praise the Lord, I saw the light! I saw the Light, I saw the Light No more darkness, no more night Now I’m so happy, no sorrow in sight Praise the Lord! … Read More