The Promise of Grace – Jacob’s divine encounter reassures that God is ever-present, all-knowing, and all-revealing – a presence and promise felt through all generations to follow. Preacher: Rev. Rob Kirbach.
*This week’s readings are different than those originally scheduled for today. The readings used by Pastor Rob in today’s service are below.
Readings:
David’s First Battle – In a last-minute deviation from the sermon originally planed for today, Pastor Rob talks this week about one of the most familiar ancient stories of the Old Testament – the battle between David and Goliath. David’s unconventional approach to warfare seemed silly at the onset but proved successful. How often does God call us to unconventional methods? (How often are we willing to respond in faith?)
Readings:
Choosing a Braver Faith – Pastor Rob returns from a week away as we listen to Jesus’ voice urging that we cling to a deeper, braver faith in God… a faith that insists on compassion and hospitality both given and received.
Appointed Readings:
Genesis 22:1-14
Psalm 13
Romans 6:12-23
Matthew 10:40-42
As Pastor Rob and his family enjoy some time away, we welcome a friend and guest preacher to our service today: Rev. Patty King Bilyeu, Associate Executive Minister of the American Baptist Churches Great Rivers Region. Pastor Patty offers an encouraging and challenging message about Abraham and Isaac.
In today’s children’s message, Malachi isn’t feeling so good about this year’s Father’s Day. Can his friends cheer him up?
In a special annual service, our men’s ministry plans and leads is time of worship, highlighting the mission work of the American Baptist Men (ABMen) Ministry and reminding us of our divine calling to serve others. In our Children’s Message today, Malachi must resist the temptation to hide from today’s current events.
Guest Preacher: Curt Swisher
The Mountains are Calling – On this Trinity Sunday, we are reminded of God’s word, presence, activity, and redeeming love in Creation. And we’re reminded of our purpose as caretakers of the world. (Preacher: Rev. Rob Kirbach)
In this week’s Children’s Message, Pastor Rob meets Tabatha – Malachi’s new neighbor.
Appointed Reiadings:
Spiritual Understanding – On this Pentecost Sunday, we celebrate the Spirit of God in the diversity and variety of Creation! And in this week’s children’s time, Malachi has a bone to pick with Pastor Rob. Welcome to worship; enjoy!
In It Together – We listen in as Jesus prays for disciples and consider what it means to be a community of such prayer. (John 17:1-11) Also in this week’s service, a special tribute to Memorial Day from Pastor Rob and church musician Gloria Brown. And in the Children’s time, Malachi the Bible Guy learns about the real meaning of Memorial Day.
To See is to Love – We are reminded that the indwelling of God and the Spirit’s enduring presence is with us. No matter what, we are never alone. (John 14:15-21) And our puppet friend Malachi returns to learn a lesson about thinking things through. Enjoy!
Living Stones – The story of deacon Stephen opens the window to the enduring witness of the early church, and we ponder ways we might witness to God – rock, refuge, and redeemer.
In addition to our online worship service, we’re also sharing a brief message of hope from our ABC-USA denominational leadership. And back again this week is Malachi the Bible guy for a lesson on following directions. Enjoy!