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Join Reverend Michael LeBlanc as he finishes our series from Anne Lamott's book, "Help, Thanks, Wow".
I hope you've found something meaningful in this series on prayer. Prayer is such a profound gift—one we too often leave unopened.
My prayer for you, and for all of us, is that we continue to be a people marked by three simple but powerful words: 'Help.' 'Thanks.' And today, 'Wow.'
May we be overcome by wonder—so much so that our eyes are opened to see God in every moment, every detail, every breath. Let’s step into that kind of awareness together.
Passage: Luke 19:32-40 CEB
Join Reverend Michael LeBlanc as he continues our series: Help, Thanks, Wow.
We cannot tell you how many people have reached out this week about last episode’s message on asking for help—clearly, we hit a nerve! It’s a reminder that vulnerability isn’t weakness; it’s the doorway to deeper connection and grace.
As we continue this journey together, may our hearts be marked by gratitude, so that our lives overflow with generosity.
Passage: Psalms 23:1-6 CEB
Join Reverend Michael LeBlanc as he continues our series: Help, Thanks, Wow.
Today on Pentecost, we pause to remember that who we are in Christ is shaped, in part, by the people God places in our lives. And in that same breath, we recognize: we are shaping others too—intentionally or not.
So today, let us pray for help, listen for help, and recognize the help God sends—often through one another.
Passage: Matthew 14:27-32 CEB
Join newly ordinated Reverend Michael LeBlanc as he changed everything on Pentecost Sunday.
Pentecost is the moment when the Gospel was spoken in a language every heart could understand.
The Spirit moved then—and still moves now.
So we ask you…
Passage: Acts 2:1-21 CEB
Join Pastor Michael as we begin our new book series from Anne Lamont, "Help, Thanks, Wow".
Prayer is daunting, my friends.
Passage: Psalms 139:1-12 CEB
Join Pastor Michael as he finishes our series through different movies.
We live in a culture where identity is often weaponized—used to divide, confuse, or control. But today, let’s pause and shift our focus. Let’s look deeper into who we truly are, not through the lens of culture or opinion, but through the eyes of our Creator. Together, we’ll explore not only our own identity, but also the labels we place on others. How does God see us? And how does that change the way we see each other? My hope is that by the end of today’s episode, you’ll walk away knowing not just who you are—but whose you are. And perhaps, you’ll discover that we all have more in common than we think.
Passage: 1 Peter 2:9-12 CEB
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Join Pastor Michael as he continues our series through different movies.
In a world that celebrates the lone hero, may we remember—we were never meant to walk alone. From the very beginning, God designed us for community, for connection, for each other. May we become a people fiercely committed to doing life together, not just as friends, but as brothers and sisters in Christ. Because the fullest life—the one God dreamed for us—isn’t found in independence, but in holy dependence: on Him, and on one another.
Passage: Ecclesiastes 4:9-13 CEB
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The love of God is beyond our comprehension—immeasurable, infinite, and mysterious. Because we cannot fully grasp it, we turn to metaphors. We call God our Father. We speak of Him as a friend. And today, we’ll explore another powerful image: the love of a mother. Through this lens, we may come to know God’s heart in a new way.
Our hope is not only to understand this divine love so we can share it with others—but so that we may truly believe it for ourselves. Because the truth is, we cannot fully understand the love of God. But we can begin to know it... by living it, by trusting it, and by daring to receive it
Passage: Romans 8:37-39 CEB
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A short time ago, in a galaxy not so far away — in fact, right here — things got... difficult. People were hard to be around. Anger and frustration bubbled beneath the surface of everyday life, threatening to pull us to the dark side. Fear, it seems, has taken hold — lurking in headlines, in our homes, even in our hearts. But today, we celebrate a New Hope. Because perfect love casts out all fear. So zoom out. Take a breath. And let go of the fear that clouds your path.
On this Star Wars Day, we remind you that light still shines, rebels still rise — and the Force is always with you.
Passage: Psalms 38:8-15 CEB
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Listen to the weekly teachings of Shepherd's Community United Methodist Church in Lakeland, Florida. Led by Reverend Michael LeBlanc, Shepherd's Community is a church designed for you and your…