Posts by Bob Rhodes (Page 21)
Jesus’ Example: What Brings Fulfillment?
This Sunday we explore the story of Jesus washing the disciples’ feet at the Last Supper in the Gospel of John and our own call toward fulfillment through serving others.
Jesus’ Work: Where Is God?
This Sunday we consider the possibility that we don’t in fact have to be perfect, and that imperfection is perfectly acceptable!
Jesus’ Grace: Am I Accepted?
This Sunday we consider the possibility that we don’t in fact have to be perfect, and that imperfection is perfectly acceptable!
Jesus’ Priority: What Matters Most?
Come this Sunday to join in a conversation about how we can still be a congregation of deep faith while honestly exploring what may be unhealthy about our traditions and history
(Don’t) Give Me That Old-Time Religion
Come this Sunday to join in a conversation about how we can still be a congregation of deep faith while honestly exploring what may be unhealthy about our traditions and history
Easy Faith
As a parent, I have the wonderful opportunity to learn from my children. I confess that I do not always take advantage of this opportunity, and that when I do indeed open my eyes to the many things they have to offer I am often filled with awe.
Visions and Voices
This week we celebrate worship on New Year’s Day and an opportunity for conversation within our congregation. While Pastor Bob is away, we will be led through our scripture and three questions to help us grow in our faith. Scripture Matthew 2:1-12 1After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in the territory of Judea during the rule of King Herod, magi came from the east to Jerusalem. 2They asked, “Where is the newborn king of the Jews? We’ve seen his star…
God Bless Us – Every One!
This week we celebrate the birth of the infant Jesus!! We get to hear the familiar story – hopefully with new and eager ears – about journeys and angels and shepherds and distant travelers. We also come to the end of our sermon series based on Matthew Rawle’s book, The Redemption of Scrooge. Don’t miss our Christmas Eve worship services at 5pm, 7pm, and 11pm. Our 5pm service will be especially family friendly and will include the familiar Christmas story told in a fun…
Accepting Christ’s Invitation
On this final Sunday in Advent, what do you fear? Where do those fears manifest and what is their origin? How do you respond?
The Greatest Gift
On this third Sunday in Advent, whose are the voices in our world that are devalued? What wisdom do we miss?