Help, Not Hinder – Reminded by Paul that we are members of one another and our welfare is inextricably linked, we are challenged and inspired to live as imitators of God, nourished and sustained by the Bread of Life. (Ephesians 4:25-5:2)
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Tenth Sunday after Pentecost (August 1, 2021)
Grow, Grow Together – An image of the church knit together as one body challenges us to live a connected life and grow together in truth and love nourished by the Bread of Life. (Ephesians 4:1-16)
Today’s full list of scripture lessons can be found here.
Ninth Sunday after Pentecost (July 25, 2021)
More than Enough – As we watch a multitude fed and a storm and fearful disciples calmed, we remember that God’s love has no bounds. (John 6:1-21)
Today’s full list of scripture lessons can be seen here.
Eighth Sunday after Pentecost (July 18, 2021)
We welcome another guest preacher this week; Pastor Rob will be back next Sunday! This week’s preacher…
Rev. Patti Meyer is the Regional Ministry Assistant for Area II of the Great Rivers Region. She and her husband, Brent, live in Jerseyville, IL where Brent serves as the pastor of First Baptist Church of Jerseyville.
Seventh Sunday after Pentecost (July 11, 2021)
This week we welcome a guest preacher while Rev. Rob is away on vacation.
Rev. Josh Sabo is the executive coordinator of the Heartland Continuum of Care in Springfield, IL. This organization works to end homelessness in the greater Springfield area. Rev. Josh has previously served as a pastor in the Great Rivers Region.
Sixth Sunday after Pentecost (July 4, 2021)
Resilient Leadership – As we witness Jesus’ rejection in his ministry and watch as disciples are sent out in ministry, we are encouraged to brush away the dust of preconceptions and step into sharing the ministry toward a more loving and peaceful world. (Mark 6:1-13)
Fifth Sunday after Pentecost (June 27, 2021)
While Pastor Rob was away at a workshop in Ohio, we welcomed Rev. Marc Kirchoff as our guest preacher. Rev. Kirchoff is a donor adviser for International Ministries.
We’re also including a recent video update from International Ministries Global Servants Jon & Amanda Good in Hungary!
Fourth Sunday after Pentecost (June 20, 2021)
Authentic Leadership – David’s discarding Saul’s armor and standing before Goliath inspires us to be our authentic selves and act courageously. (1 Samuel 17:1-49)
We also honor our fathers on this Father’s Day.
Trinity Sunday (May 30, 2021)
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Trinity Sunday – On Trinity Sunday, Pastor Rob instead explores King David’s “new song” prayer from the 96th Psalm.
Pentecost Sunday (May 23, 2021)
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Pentecost Sunday – On this special day in the life of the church – the Day of Pentecost – we remember the birth of the early church and the essential role of the Holy Spirit in our lives.
Guest preacher: Mr. Art Wolfe