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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 […]
What if the miracle of Pentecost was not just speaking in other languages…but fearful people becoming faithful witnesses? The Spirit did not come so believers could hide better. The Spirit came to move the Church into the world. If you’ve ever felt spiritually stuck, afraid, weary, or unsure how God could use someone ordinary, this […]
If the same power that raised Christ is at work in us…what are we waiting for? 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 recorded today at Sprucetown UMC ANNOUNCEMENTS: ** Indicates change to the regular schedule – […]
Join your church family for worship with Mountain Valley District Lay Leader Ruth Hocker serving the pulpit at Trinity UMC, and Pastor Michael Stine serving St. James UMC and Sprucetown UMC. Please note that live streaming service will not be available today, nor will services be recorded. Please plan to attend in person. Thank you. […]
2026 National Prayer Almighty God, King of Glory, we confess our sins and repent of our pride that sought our own glory and comfort, allowing evil to take root instead of Your fruit in our hearts, homes, culture, and country. Please forgive us. Now, with this declaration of rededication, we humble ourselves, pray, and seek Your […]