In 1952 a joint resolution of the United States Congress, signed into law by President Harry S. Truman, established the first Thursday in May as a National Day of Prayer. Keeping this 68-year tradition alive, and in a demonstration of our Christian unity, pastors and faith leaders from all around our town join together in prayer. Will you pray with us…
Living in Abundance – Images of shepherding love speak of God’s diverse, abundant provision and guidance as we explore the beginnings of the early church (Acts 2:42-47). Also this week, Linda Seabaugh returns with another Sunday School lesson from her “Prayer Warriors” class, and Malachi and Pastor Rob talk about feeling misunderstood and making mistakes.
Breaking Bread – We, with the disciples, encounter the risen Christ as scripture is opened and bread is broken. (Luke 24:13-35) Also, Malachi walks to Pierron (yes, really!) for the children’s story, and Linda Seabaugh returns with another Sunday school lesson.
Trust and Rejoice – Alleluias from Easter Sunday continue to be raised, as Jesus greets fearful disciples, and we hear Thomas’s proclamation of faith. (John 20:19-31) Also, Malachi returns for another visit with Pastor Rob and Linda Seabaugh offers a Sunday School lesson.
Bearing Witness to Love – Alleluias abound on Resurrection Day, when Mary’s proclamation reminds us of the boundary-breaking presence of the living God. (John 20:1-18; Preacher, Rev. Rob Kirbach) And Malachi returns for an Easter children’s moment!
Pastor Rob leads a devotional reading of the Passion of Christ, and church organist Gloria Brown sets the mood with a soundtrack for contemplation and prayer.
Maundy Thursday – Celebrating the Last Supper, we listen to one of Jesus’ final teachings and reflect on a mandatum novum – a new commandment – guiding out entire lives. (John 13:1-17, 31b-35)
Conversations Before the Cross – From joyful proclamation to betrayal, to the power and poignancy of the Last Supper, to abandonment, prayer, violence and apparent hopelessness, we enter Holy Week. (Matthew 21:1-11). Also, Malachi and Pastor Rob talked about Palm Sunday.
During this second week of COVID closure, Pastor Rob visits with missionaries Jon & Amanda Good, Malachi calls in for another children’s moment, and church organist Gloria Brown joins Pastor Rob in telling the story of “Great is thy Faithfulness.”
The COVID-19 Outbreak may be preventing us from gathering for in-person events, but it’s not stopping us from worshipping together!
We’re excited to offer a variety of short videos – music, prayer, devotional readings, and pastoral messages – allowing you to connect with us at your own leisure and comfort. On this page you’ll find all our short videos, archived by date, for your convenience and devotional growth.
Is it the same as gathering together in church for worship? No, of course not. But we hope these short videos will nevertheless help you to continue in your faith journey together with us.
