NBUMC Weekly

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NBUMC Weekly episodes

  • Monologue: “James at the Transfiguration”

    In part 6 of our Epiphany series, we have a special monologue dedicated to Transfiguration. Recorded February 11, 2024.

    Scripture Lesson: Mark 9:2-9

    Message: Rev. Kara Scroggins, Ed Swanson

    Music: Simon Charette (Prelude), Lukas Chandler (Outro)

    Liturgist: Christianne Aranguren

    Tech Support/Outro: Brandon Kesselly

    18 min
  • Empowered to Serve

    In part 5 of our Epiphany series, Rev. Kara kicks off Black History Month by reminding us to save space for the voices of those whom we wish to protect. Recorded February 4, 2024.

    0:00 Anthem: "Go Down, Moses"

    1:49 Scripture Lessons: Psalm 147:1-11, 20c and Mark 1:29-39

    5:05 Sermon: "Empowered to Serve" by Rev. Kara Scroggins

    Music: Simon Charette (Anthem), Lukas Chandler (Outro)

    Liturgist: Gordon Cragg

    Tech Support: Ken Ow, Brandon Kesselly

    Outro: Brandon Kesselly


    23 min
  • But I Don't Want To (Featuring Rev. Joye Jones)

    In part 4 of our Epiphany series, Rev. Joye preaches about the story of Jonah - besides the whale - and its relevance in today's world. Recorded January 28, 2024. Scripture Lesson: Jonah 1:1-3; Chapters 3&4.

    Message: Rev. Joye Jones

    Music: Simon Charette (Prelude), Lukas Chandler (Outro)

    Liturgist: JoAnne Wong

    Tech Support: Ken Ow, Brandon Kesselly

    Outro: Brandon Kesselly

    25 min
  • Not So Rare

    In part 3 of our Epiphany series, Rev. Kara connects the story of Samuel to the modern day. Recorded January 21, 2024. Scripture Lesson: 1 Samuel 3:1-10.

    Message: Rev. Kara Scroggins

    Music: Simon Charette (Prelude), Lukas Chandler (Outro)

    Liturgist: Gabriel Aranguren

    Tech Support: Ken Ow, Brandon Kesselly

    Outro: Brandon Kesselly

    21 min
  • Back to the Water

    In part 2 of our Epiphany series, Rev. Kara preaches about the renewing waters of baptism and invites us all to renew our own covenant with God. Recorded January 14, 2024. Scripture Lesson: Mark 1:4-11

    Message: Rev. Kara Scroggins

    Music: Simon Charette (Opening Hymn), Lukas Chandler (Outro)

    Liturgist: Sue Ernst

    Tech Support: Ken Ow, Brandon Kesselly

    Outro: Brandon Kesselly

    26 min
  • Finding Another Way

    Happy New Year! We're starting season 2 with a brand new sermon series from Rev. Kara centered on Epiphany. Here's part 1, titled "Finding Another Way." Recorded January 7, 2024. Scripture Lessons: Isaiah 60:1-5 & Matthew 2:1-12.

    Message: Rev. Kara Scroggins

    Music: Simon Charette (Prelude), Lukas Chandler (Outro)

    Liturgist: Penny Clarke

    Tech Support: Ken Ow, Brandon Kesselly

    Outro: Brandon Kesselly

    24 min
  • Beautiful Feet, Tender Hearts

    It's the most wonderful time of the year! On the fourth and final Sunday in Advent, Rev. Kara and the congregation celebrate the birth of Jesus with a guest brass quartet!

    Scripture Lessons: Isaiah 52:7-10 & Luke 2: 1-20

    Message: Rev. Kara Scroggins

    Liturgist(s): NBUMC Choir (Introit), Jenna Love (Scripture Lessons)

    Music: Simon Charette & Brass Quartet (Prelude, Closing Hymn); Lukas Chandler (Outro)

    Tech Support: Ken Ow

    Outro: Brandon Kesselly

    30 min
  • Lessons & Carols '23

    Today is the 3rd Sunday in Advent! As such, we have a special service of scripture lessons and carols to get us ready for Christmas! Recorded December 17, 2023.

    Scripture Lessons: Isaiah 64:1-9, Jeremiah 31:31-34, Isaiah 11:1-9, Isaiah 61:1-4, Isaiah 40:1-5, Micah 5:2-4, Isaiah 9:2-7, Luke 1:26-38

    Liturgist: Sue Ernst

    Message: Rev. Kara

    Music: Simon Charette (Organ), Woody English (Trumpet); Lukas Chandler (Outro)

    Tech Support: Ken Ow, Brandon Kesselly

    Outro: Brandon Kesselly

    49 min
  • Making a Way

    Today was the second week of advent! Scripture Lessons: Isaiah 40:1-11 & Mark 1:1-8.


    Liturgist: Pamela Major

    Message: Rev. Kara Scroggins

    Music: Simon Charette (Prelude), Lukas Chandler (Outro)

    Tech Support: Ken Ow

    Outro: Brandon Kesselly

    24 min
  • What's the Point?

    This week is the beginning of Advent! Recorded December 4, 2023. Scripture Lesson: Isaiah 64:1-9


    Liturgist: Gordon Cragg

    Message: Rev. Kara Scroggins
    Music: Simon Charette (Prelude), Lukas Chandler (Outro)
    Tech Support: Ken Ow
    Outro: Brandon Kesselly

    22 min

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NBUMC Weekly is an abridged version of the Sunday worship service at North Bethesda United Methodist Church, located in Bethesda, Maryland. Come enjoy the weekly message from our congregation!