This week we start a new series called “Our Vision” and is based on the new vision statement of the United Methodist Church. We begin iwth “Love Boldly” and we explore the way that we are to love our neighbors as ourselves. That we should emulate the bold love that Christ has as we seek justice and peace in the world. We love boldly, serve joyfully, and lead courageously as we share the Gospel message.
Our scripture readings come from Leviticus 19:11-18; Romans 13:8-14; Matthew 22:34-40.
We finish our series called “Means of Grace.” Over four weeks we looked at different ways we respond to grace as individuals and a community. Today’s message is “Justice.” Today we explore our community acts of mercy to change society as a response to grace.
Our scripture readings come from Isaiah 58:6-10; James 2:1-10; and Matthew 23:1-7,13,23-24.
Our series for Lent is Promise of Lent. Each week we look at the promises we are reminded of in Lent. The message for today is “Promise Everlasting” and is a look at God’s eternal promises to us. We look at Jesus cleansing the temple today as an act of justice. How do we reflect on the path to the cross during Lent? What is the promise that guides us? We follow Christ in the promise of Lent.
Our series is Means of Grace. In it, we will be exploring spiritual practices that help us grow in discipleship. The fourth of these is “A Thirst for Justice” and looks at why seek justice. Why should we seek justice? What do we do when we think we can’t make a change? Can we make it a regular part of our lives? As we explore how we interact with God, we grow in faith and love.
The last entry in the Day by Day series is our Pentecost message. “Peace and Justice” takes a look at what it means to share peace with others. It is also a hard look at the way that we must take action for justice. In troubling times, those who can speak must speak for those who are not heard. If the Holy Spirit is for all, how do we work on ensuring that all people can share in peace? Day by day, we share God’s love and mercy.
Music: Holy Spirit, Truth Divine; We’ve a Story to Tell to the Nations
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