Weekly Message from Crozet UMC

What is the story of the Church?  It is bigger than any single denomination or doctrinal coalition.  It is a story that precedes and supersedes all earthly affiliation of Christians.  We invite you to discover alongside us the simple, yet profound story of the Church of Christ that remains the foundation of every denomination and each […]

What is the real story of the Bible?  What is God trying to get humankind to understand within the canon of 66 books?  Come and discover that God has a clear narrative that culminates in the salvific ministry of Christ, and we can share that without simply handing someone a Bible and telling them to […]

We are beginning a new Worship series that will explore and equip us to not only understand but share the stories that are so important to our faith.  This is not memorizing Bible stories, but growing so comfortable with vital narratives that we can share them with others and so fulfill Jesus’ commandment to preach and […]

Our Lay Leader Jennifer Fisher steps in this week for a special message titled, “Unanswered Prayers.” This is a not-to-be missed opportunity to hear the incredible testimony of a member of our church congregation.  Associated Scripture: John 20: 19-31 Your offering makes ministry possible at Crozet UMC! Give today online at crozetunitedmethodist.org/giving/. Your support makes a […]

This Easter is our resurrection as a Family of Faith, as we return in full splendor to our worship life together on the day when we recall that Christ returned to us, for even death could not hold him.  We know the Easter story, but do we have a deep comprehension of why the resurrection was so important?  Why does every […]

The Old Testament recounts how God gave God’s people the means by which they could find forgiveness, reconciliation, and be cleansed from their sin: burnt offerings.  These offerings were consumed by fire, and the smoke filled the air.  In the aroma and visual display of the fire, God’s people could experience the moment they found […]

This is the day when Christians across the whole earth recall and celebrate Jesus’ triumphant entry into the holy city of Jerusalem.  Scores of people had traveled from all over the known world to celebrate the festival of Passover, the religious holiday that recounted the mighty acts of salvation and deliverance from bondage in Egypt which […]

It has become very commonplace, even popular, to believe that our faith is something to be hidden, compartmentalized from the life we live outside of the Church.  Jesus addressed this mindset in his sermon on the mount.  He knew that people would be inclined to hide the Gospel for a number of reasons, but he […]

Is it a service or worship?  Do I come to get something out of it or to give of myself for God?  How we approach our spirituality and religion reflects whether we have a healthy relationship with God.  True and vital relationships reveal the give and take of the connection.  Sometimes we give more than […]

All too often denominations and even local churches feel at odds and in competition with each other, but this is a false narrative.  There are plenty of people to bless and with whom to share the grace of God in Jesus Christ.  How can we reframe our desire to increase the faithful in Christ’s Church in […]