After relating the scripture reading to a personal story, Rev. Schemper reminded us that for Peter, James and John, Jesus' transfiguration was hard to comprehend. Historical icon paintings show them literally knocked flat on their backs. We should remember to be open about being knocked off our feet by getting just a glimpse of who Jesus really is and what God is up to.

Andrew & Ashley wove words and music together for today’s sermon, a study in contrasting behavior. During the sermon Ashley performed "Oh Heavenly Day" by Patty Griffin and "That Wasn't Me" by Brandi Carlile.

Ashley Pogue explores the difficulties around Luke's Beatitudes and the importance of solidarity.

Pastor Jenny reflected on Jeremiah 17: 5-10, especially the lines: "But blessed are they who trust in the Lord, whose confidence is in him. They will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream." As we look out at our own grove of trees behind the sanctuary and how they change over time, we should remember that trees don't get to decide how they grow up.

Paul Vasile concludes the past month he has spent with Valley, incorporating music in his message.

This Sunday was our last Sunday with Paul Vasile as our resident musician. After a lovely and meaningful workshop on Saturday, Paul, Jenny and the choir and congregation wove music throughout the service.

Worship service featuring Paul Vasile as our special musical guest and Jenny Warner preaching "Justice Rolling Down Like Waters,” MLK remembrance Sunday 2019.

Pastor Jenny preaches on baptism.

Pastor Jenny preaches on Epiphany Sunday, 2019.

Pastor Jenny speaks about drawing near to one another on the fourth Sunday of Advent.