Now on this fourth Sunday in Advent we are ready to light the fourth candle. Let’s call this the STAR candle. In Matthew’s Gospel we hear about the role the star played in helping the Magi find Jesus. Matthew 2: 9-10 After they had heard the king, they went on their way, and the star […]

Third Sunday in Advent December 16th Reading We have already lit two of our Advent candles – the angel and the Bethlehem candle. Lighting (Light the two purple candles closest to the congregation.) Reading Now on the third Sunday in Advent we are ready to light another candle. Our focus is on Mary, the Mother […]

Second Sunday in Advent December 9th Reading Last Sunday, the first Sunday in Advent, we lit the first candle on the Advent Wreath. We called this candle the angel candle remembering the importance of the angel messengers in the Christmas story. Lighting (Light the previously lit purple candle.) Reading On this second Sunday in Advent […]

This is the first of four Sundays in Advent. Advent is a time for us to get ready for Christmas. It is a season of preparation. This service will focus on angels. Angels play a significant role in the Christmas story.

It’s not Advent yet. This year there is an extra Sunday— between Thanksgiving and Advent. On this sermon, Rev. Bill McFadden will challenge us with the message. Rev. McFadden was senior pastor at Grace 1982 to 1989.

It’s that time again. Time for another feel-good holiday celebration. Or is it? Is it possible for us to truly be thankful? “Life Is” will be the message for this service.

The last Sunday in October is the 28th. It is the time to remember the saints who have joined the Church Triumphant. The message will be “Jesus Wept.” Come and be a part of this special service.

What do Abraham Lincoln, Alexander the Great and Jesus have in common? Greatness. But there is a difference. Jesus’ idea of greatness is different though. “Greatness” will be the message on October 21st. This will also be the start of our stewardship campaign.

In times of prosperity and contentment we find a way to love God. In times of desperation and need not so much. Have you found your way to God? Can you rejoice when the unlovable find their way to God? “Get Your Mind Around This” will be the message on Sept. 9th.

We think we know Jesus. But do we? In the Bible people are continually amazed at what Jesus is doing. And that is — saving them. And you? “Jesus Saves” is the message for this service.