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The world says goodness is about appearances. The better you “look”, the more applause you get, the more goodness you must have. Jesus shows us goodness is about character. The Holy Spirit is still at work, shaping ordinary people into reflections of God’s extraordinary love that goes above and beyond. What kind of person are […]
Imagine what would change if we became known for listening before speaking.Patience isn’t weakness.It’s strength under the guidance of the Holy Spirit.Come worship with us this Sunday. Order of Worship | Sermon notes printable for kids | Sermon Notes printable Watch the service recorded today at Trinity UMC, WoodwardWatch the service recorded today at St. James UMC, CoburnWatch the service […]
What if one of the most radical things you could do this week is simply… stop, and listen?Jesus stopped for Bartimaeus when everyone else wanted him silenced. What might happen if we did the same? Join us this Sunday as we explore “Kindness That’s Willing to Pause.” Order of Worship | Sermon notes printable for kids | Sermon Notes […]
“Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course” Friday, Sept. 18: 6:30-9pm & Saturday, Sept. 19: 9am-5pm Hosted by Sprucetown UMC 177 Upper Georges Valley Road, Spring Mills The Basic Course is a helpful part of a discipleship plan for anyone in the church to acquaint them with spiritual gifts, calling and responsibilities as followers of Jesus. It is […]
Last Sunday, we talked about the peace of Christ that grows in us a part of the Fruit of the Spirit. This week we are counting the days till Independence Day when our nations celebrates its 250th birthday. We mark this occasion by looking at the nation of Israel who went nearly 400 years with […]
There’s a difference between peacekeepers and peacemakers. Peacekeepers avoid conflict. Peacemakers pursue reconciliation. One preserves appearances. The other pursues healing. Jesus said, “Blessed are the peacemakers.” Come discover why peace isn’t the absence of conflict but the presence of God’s restoring work in the middle of it. Order of Worship | Sermon notes printable for kids | Sermon Notes […]
Joy in the Lord isn’t pretending everything is fine. Or giving up hope. Joy is trusting God’s presence in the middle of real life, including real grief. Order of Worship | Sermon notes printable for kids | Sermon Notes printable Watch the worship service recorded today at Trinity UMC, WoodwardWatch the worship service recorded today at St. James UMC, […]
In our culture, unhealthy attitudes and flesh driven behaviors are often repackaged as spiritual virtues. Counterfeits do not lead to growth and life. In fact, they stifle growth and life. Control can be disguised as love. Silence can be mistaken for peace. Enabling harmful behavior can be called kindness. Demanding unquestioning agreement can be framed […]
The Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course will be offered Friday, September 18, 2026 from 6:30-9pm and Saturday, September 19, 2026 from 9am-5pm at Sprucetown UMC, 177 Upper Georges Valley Road, Spring Mills. Register by September 6, 2026. You must complete all 10 hours of training to receive your certificate. Course topics such as servant and […]
Peter confessed: “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God” without hesitation. Moments later he resisted the very plan the Son of the living God revealed. Peter is not a villain, he’s human. Sometimes we can recognize God’s truth while still struggling to trust where that truth leads. Join us for worship and […]