Sermon Archives

February 28, 2021

A Tale of Two Peters

A Tale of Two Peters

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38 (Second Sunday of Lent) Focus Statement: We are transformed by God as we follow God’s voice along the path of life, a voice calling us to deep commitment. Even when our path leads deep into unfamiliar woods, as we lose ourselves, we are found. https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/ycceQ3ki2wFb1bwdVobMeSgxJw5nULQ_zOw0j1yWnW71bZzP0QMK6oEBsr6KZw6n.iJ2b6RKpLcusw4R0?startTime=1614524029000

March 7, 2021

The Foolish Wisdom of Christ Crucified

The Foolish Wisdom of Christ Crucified

Focus Statement: The patterns and glory of God’s creation, and in God’s commandments and promises, we are called to obtain deep wisdom.  God’s wisdom undermines our assumption and takes us deeper than our efforts can lead us.  Scripture: John 2:13-22 https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/M9ep2bioNMmDWgkFWM0VZxtgJ5Ya2A9PnQknbDtrCILnUge3v1a5lgp4egtiG6La.ksNOi6VRXpPDxONb?startTime=1615127579000

March 14, 2021

Love On Tap

Love On Tap

Focus Statement: The wilderness confronts us with our vulnerability and exposes our wounds and our needs. We are called to deep healing by trusting in God, who calls us in love. Scripture: Numbers 21:4-9, John 3:14-21 https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/yFcGDO_0heDw5BKJca3Nl0SkUeAPKihC0DedmikYwBA_XOH7WgXpk4DVTt90H4gi.OcnEqxhCkq1GSgVU?startTime=1615730479000

March 21, 2021

Deep Growth

Deep Growth

Scripture: John 12:20-33 Focus Statement: Like a seed that falls deep into the dark, rich earth, we are called to deep growth, releasing the attachments that prevent us from bearing and offering fruit. https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/3FlhjIjd2zgZNuAKzjzQKTwkwDWUzbqLc5s7WawZ8iDZs1khJBGi2ztVWrLg7Yg9._9wR-UWwOvGJgqep?startTime=1616333614000

March 28, 2021

The Triumphal Entry

The Triumphal Entry

Focus Statement: As we follow Jesus into Holy Week, we sense the rush of the crowds and seek the deep, steady current of God’s steadfast love, calling us to deep hope in the One who comes in the name of the Lord. Scripture: John 12:12-16 https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/5noMbzzw3RaopTgWCYZfWPnrRt9nHWi0f_1QrPN-HWJI2qziMFWOiCFrcCNQ1W1-.KaAt71jA3igTrxKd?startTime=1616939073000

April 4, 2021

Something is Amiss

Something is Amiss

Focus Statement: We have seen the Lord! A rich feast has been prepared for all peoples on the mountain of God. Like Mary, Jesus calls us each by name into abundant life. https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/DiCLAvuDOJN__ESBge_OkcwjcGuiT404XORv5abrAZZb5eGxtZ7BRdYGQYKMHXpk.MMDkh_EhFdSHzchd?startTime=1617543165000  Scripture: John 20:1-18       

April 11, 2021

Believing with Hope and Resilience

Believing with Hope and Resilience

Focus Statement: After great loss, our resurrection faith brings hope and resilience. Scripture Presentation: John 20:19-31 Rachel Miller Jacobs, Associate Professor of Congregational Formation David Boshart, Anabaptist Mennonite Biblical Seminary  https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/LIY8CERzTnSCnNv5IxWmOSdK22sy8Md9J85lkKDXizFqxHwQqYSzmcecXQhT1mQH.LunLBUPmo9C2hK0V?startTime=1618148090000

April 18, 2021

Exploring the Edges of Fact and Faith

Exploring the Edges of Fact and Faith

Combined zoom worship service with First Mennonite Church of Wadsworth with pastor Jan Croyle. Psalm 4 The Voice and Luke 24:36-48 Common English Bible https://1drv.ms/u/s!AuPUP1Vxy94ng9NxBLOHjwezkkmRpA?e=asZIKq

April 25, 2021

Hope is a Stubborn Thing

Hope is a Stubborn Thing

https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/rtSeo0d4GxthQCDtMZKj-rRBSJxY5xOhRmYx027F1iXkUdp2qnpbM6SxSAYd1u8G.1jA6MKVfL4-ZBCx_?startTime=1619357851000 Focus Statement: There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to the one hope of your calling Luke 24:36-48  

May 2, 2021

There is no fear in love

There is no fear in love

Focus Statement: There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear; for fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not reached perfection in love. We love because he first loved us. (I John 4:18-19) https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/DvsuFGFycthlm1N4tMxMnXIchl0R5t7F7Q4BHugy7yilzy19zroc21JjSlU1AIs4.wvPLcVTQ62Hsomec?startTime=1619964251000

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