Travelers Rest United Methodist Podcast

19th Sunday after Pentecost

Sermon: Put Yourself in the Story...

Scripture: John 6:1-15

What if you didn’t just hear the story—you put yourself in it?

This Sunday is Communion Sunday, and we’ll look at the familiar story of Jesus feeding the five thousand in a different way. As we hear the story, where do we find ourselves? In the crowd? With the disciples? Holding the loaves and fish? Or simply hungry and looking for something more?

Before Sunday, consider:

Worship Schedule

8:45am: Contemporary Worship

10am: Sunday School

11am: Traditional Worship

18th Sunday after Pentecost

Sermon Series: Re/Discovering Worship

Sermon: Why Worship Matters

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Why does worship matter?

Is worship simply something we do each week, or can it change the way we see God, ourselves, and the world around us?

As we continue our series Re/Discovering Worship, we’ll explore why worship matters and what can happen when we come into God’s presence with open hearts.

Before Sunday, consider:

Worship Schedule

8:45am: Contemporary Worship

10am: Sunday School

11am: Traditional Worship

17th Sunday after Pentecost

Sermon Series: Re/Discovering Worship

Sermon: Barriers and Challenges to Worship

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-7

What gets in the way of worship?

Sometimes the barriers aren’t obvious. Distractions, busyness, habits, expectations, or even what we carry with us into church can keep us from fully engaging with God.

As we continue our series Re/Discovering Worship, we’ll take a look at some of the barriers and challenges that can affect the way we worship.

This Sunday, we’ll explore Psalm 95:1-7 and consider what it means to come before God with open hearts and a willingness to worship.

What might be standing between you and wholehearted worship?

Worship Schedule

8:45am: Contemporary Worship

10am: Sunday School

11am: Traditional Worship

16th Sunday after Pentecost

Sermon Series: Re/Discovering Worship

Sermon: Why are you here today?

Scripture: Psalm 24

Why are you here today?

It’s a simple question, but maybe not such a simple answer.

We all come to worship for different reasons. Habit? Community? Encouragement? To hear a word from God? To sing? To pray? Because it’s Sunday?

As we begin our new sermon series, Re/Discovering Worship, we’ll take a closer look at what worship really means—and why we’re here in the first place.

Before Sunday, take a few minutes to think about:

This Sunday, we’ll explore Psalm 24 and ask a question that might be worth asking more often: Why are you here today?

We hope you’ll join us as we begin Re/Discovering Worship.

Worship Schedule - September 13

8:45am: Contemporary Worship

10am: Sunday School

11am: Traditional Worship

15th Sunday after Pentecost

Sermon: Living Out Our Faith

Scripture: James 2:14-18

What does your faith look like in real life?

In James 2:14-18, we’re reminded that faith isn’t just something we believe—it’s something that should be visible in the way we live, love, serve, and care for others.

Join us this Sunday for “Living Out Our Faith” as we explore what it means to put our faith into action.

Worship Schedule - September 6

9am: Sunday School

10am: Worship

11am: Summer Fellowship Time

Worship Schedule - September 13

8:45am: Contemporary Worship

10am: Sunday School

11am: Traditional Worship

14th Sunday after Pentecost

Sermon Series: Forget Your #Selfie

Sermon: Who's your Person?

Scripture: Acts 4:36-37

Forget Your #Selfie challenges us to look beyond ourselves and discover the life Jesus calls us to live.

This Sunday, we’re asking:

In Acts 4, we meet Barnabas—a person known for encouragement, generosity, and putting others before himself.

Join us this Sunday as we continue Forget Your #Selfie and explore what it means to live a life that points beyond ourselves and toward Jesus.

Summer Worship Schedule

9am: Sunday School

10am: Worship

11am: Summer Fellowship Time

*Regular Worship Schedule resumes on Sunday, September 13.

13th Sunday after Pentecost

Sermon Series: Forget Your #Selfie

Sermon: Be Like Jesus

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Forget Your Selfie challenges us to look beyond ourselves and discover the life Jesus calls us to live.

Have you ever stopped to ask yourself:

Join us over the next several weeks as we explore what it means to trade self-focus for Christlike living—and discover the joy, purpose, and freedom that come from following Jesus.

Summer Worship Schedule

9am: Sunday School

10am: Worship

11am: Summer Fellowship Time

*Regular Worship Schedule resumes on Sunday, September 13.

12th Sunday after Pentecost

Sermon: What’s a Shepherd To Do?

Scripture: Psalm 23, John 10:3-4

Everyone is invited to our next Summer Story Sunday – An Intergenerational VBS Experience, this Sunday, August 16! Our day will begin with worship at 10:00 a.m., followed by lunch and an afternoon of crafts, science, recreation, and fun for all ages, concluding around 2:00 p.m. This is a wonderful opportunity for every generation to learn, grow, and connect together.

Summer Worship Schedule

9am: Sunday School

10am: Worship

11am: Summer Fellowship Time

*Regular Worship Schedule resumes on Sunday, September 13.

11th Sunday after Pentecost

Sermon Title: What Are You Chained To?

Scripture: John 15:1-8

 What are you chained to?

We all have things we cling to—habits, expectations, worries, relationships, routines. But are they helping us grow, or are they holding us back?

In John 15:1–8, Jesus gives us the image of the vine and the branches and reminds us that a fruitful life comes from staying connected to Him.

So, what are you chained to? And what might change if you loosened your grip on the things holding you back and held tighter to Christ?

Join us this Sunday as we explore what it means to remain connected to the One who gives us life, strength, and purpose.

We'd love to worship with you.

Summer Worship Schedule

9am: Sunday School

10am: Worship

11am: Summer Fellowship Time

10th Sunday after Pentecost

Sermon Series: Once a Pastor, Always a Pastor

Sermon Title: What is the Gospel?

Scripture: Mark 1:14-15, 14:22-25

What is the Gospel?

It's a word we hear often in church—but what does it really mean?

Is it simply good advice for living? A story from long ago? Or is it something that has the power to change everything?

In Mark 1:14–15 and Mark 14:22–25, Jesus invites us to see the Gospel as more than a message to believe. It's an invitation into God's kingdom, God's grace, and God's promise.

Join us this Sunday as we explore what the Gospel is—and why it still matters today.

We'd love to worship with you.

Summer Worship Schedule

9am: Sunday School

10am: Worship

11am: Summer Fellowship Time