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Pastor’s Corner April 17
There is a rhythm to Holy Week—it begins with palms waving and hosannas shouted, but it doesn’t march straight to Easter morning. No, it moves downward first—through the darkness of betrayal, the agony of the cross, and the silence of a sealed tomb. And it is in that...
Pastor’s Corner April 10
Worship is one of the most beautiful things we get to do together. It's not just singing or scripture reading—it’s a posture of the heart. It’s us, as the people of God, choosing to turn our attention away from ourselves and onto the One who saves, heals, and redeems....
Get to Know the Church: Jessie Moore
Jessie Moore spends 6 days a week at Pittman Park, taking care of little ones. Monday through Friday, she teaches the Older Twos class at the Pittman Park Education Center, then on Sundays, she teaches the nursery class for Park Kids. If you don't have a child, you're...
Pastor’s Corner April 3
Confession Time I have to confess—I need to practice what I preach. This Lenten season at Pittman Park, we’ve been intentionally making space for God through the spiritual disciplines of meditation, simplicity, fasting, and submission. Each week, we’ve taken a long...
Pastor’s Corner March 27
Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 5, as Pittman Park hosts a Rummage Sale in the Fellowship Hall. This community event is not just an opportunity to find great deals — it’s a chance to make a real difference. All proceeds will directly support Pittman Park...
Pastor’s Corner March 20
Making Space This Lent Hello, Pittman Park family! Can you believe we’re almost three weeks into Lent? Whether it’s been a smooth journey or a little bumpy, you’re here—and that’s what matters! This season, we’ve been leaning into what it means to make space for God,...
Pastor’s Corner March 13
Making Space: Fasting — Emptying Distractions to Be Fulfilled With God Hey friends, We’re a couple of weeks into Lent now, and I don’t know about you, but I’ve found myself craving some breathing room. Life is full and fast and noisy—and yet, this season is gently...
Pastor’s Corner March 6
A Season of Reflection: Worship Traditions During Lent As we journey into the season of Lent, you may begin to notice some changes in our worship spaces—both in our Traditional and Contemporary services. These changes are intentional, designed to help us reflect,...
Pastor’s Corner Feb. 27
Pittman Park Family & Friends, As we step into the sacred season of Lent, I want to invite you to two meaningful gatherings that help us transition from feasting to fasting, from celebration to contemplation as we prepare for Easter. First, join us for our Shrove...
Pastor’s Corner Feb. 20
Dear Pittman Park Family, This week, our hearts are heavy with sorrow. We share the heartbreaking news of the passing of one of our precious Pittman Park Education Center (PPEC) children. Our entire PPEC family is grieving alongside this child’s loved ones during this...
Pastor’s Corner Feb. 13
Honoring Faith in Action Dear Pittman Park Family, This past week, I had the incredible honor of standing at the Georgia State Capitol to receive a special proclamation from Senator Billy Hickman and Representative Lehman Franklin. This recognition was not just for...
Get to Know the Church: Mike and Karen Riegelman
Mike and Karen Riegelman recently moved to Statesboro from Ringgold in North Georgia near the boarder with Tennessee. You might see them at the Traditional service on Sundays or packing bags for Backpack Buddies on Wednesday afternoons. We asked them a few questions...
Pastor’s Corner Feb. 6
One of my deeply held beliefs is that everyone needs a place to connect and grow. As human beings, we are created for community—to work together, to build relationships, and to support one another. Looking back over my life, I can clearly see the places where I found...
Pastor’s Corner Jan. 30
It’s an exciting time to be a part of Pittman Park! Every Sunday, new faces walk through the doors of Pittman Park United Methodist Church—some seeking a fresh start, others looking for a place to belong, and many simply wanting to deepen their faith. Over the past...
Pastor’s Corner Jan. 23
Church Family, I continue to be amazed by the way Pittman Park lives out its mission of Making Disciples of Jesus Christ and Transforming the World in Jesus’ Name. This past week, we were called upon by the Bulloch Emergency Management Authority and Bulloch VOAD, to...
Pastor’s Corner Jan. 16
Rise and Shine in 2025 Dear Pittman Park Family, Happy New Year! (Or can we still say that when we’re already over halfway through January? Asking for a friend!) Even if it feels a little late, I think the start of the year is worth celebrating, no matter the date....
Pastor’s Corner Jan. 9
Serving and Growing Together at Pittman Park UMC At Pittman Park UMC, we believe in equipping our church to make a difference, whether in times of crisis or through everyday discipleship. This January, we have two incredible opportunities to serve and grow...
Pastor’s Corner Jan. 2
New Beginnings: Let’s Grow Together in 2025! Happy New Year, Pittman Park! As we step into 2025, I’m filled with excitement and hope for the year ahead. I believe that God is calling us to grow deeper in faith, stronger in love, and bolder in our mission to Making...
A Pastoral Prayer for New Orleans
Gracious and Loving God, We come before You with heavy hearts, grieving the tragic events in New Orleans. Your Word reminds us that "if one member suffers, all suffer together with it" (1 Corinthians 12:26), and today, we feel the pain of our brothers and sisters who...
Pastor’s Corner Dec. 26
Merry Christmas from the Smith Family to Yours! As the year comes to a close, our hearts are full of gratitude and joy for the incredible ways God has moved in and through Pittman Park United Methodist Church in 2024. From our family to yours, we wish you a Merry...
Pastor’s Corner Dec. 19
Celebrate Christmas with Us! Dear Friends, Christmas is almost here, and we can’t wait to celebrate this special season with you! Whether you’re looking for a quiet moment of reflection or a joyful gathering filled with light and music, we have something for...
Pastor’s Corner Dec. 12
A Symphony of Joy: Preparing Our Hearts Through Song As we journey through the Advent season, our hearts are filled with anticipation for the coming of our Lord. This Sunday, we light the Joy candle, a beacon of hope and happiness that reminds us of the profound...
Pastor’s Corner Dec. 5
Celebrate Advent at Pittman Park! Advent is here—a time for joy, anticipation, and togetherness as we prepare our hearts for the birth of Jesus. At Pittman Park United Methodist Church, we’ve got three incredible ways to help you experience the spirit of this sacred...
Open Table Wednesdays at 5:30
Each Wednesday at 5:30 in the Fellowship Hall, a meal is prepared and served by volunteers. There is no charge, and everyone is a guest. It's our way of building community, one plate at a time. Open Table follows the Bulloch County School calendar, taking breaks when...
Pastor’s Corner Nov. 28
Walking Through “The Story” This Advent Advent is a time to slow down, reflect, and prepare our hearts for the arrival of Jesus. As we journey toward Christmas, we’ll immerse ourselves in “The Story” of Jesus’ birth in the Gospel of Luke, uncovering the hope, love,...
Pastor’s Corner Nov. 21
Thanking Through It: Finding Joy and Gratitude Amid Life’s Challenges As Thanksgiving approaches, our “Thanking Through It” series encourages us to embrace gratitude daily, not just once a year. Over the past two Sundays, we explored two key passages—1 Thessalonians...
Get to Know the Church: Faith and David Cooper
Have you met Faith and David Cooper yet? You might see them at the Nine service or at Open Table on Wednesday nights since David is on the cooking team. Your children might know Faith from her service with Park Kids. They also help lead the Lectionary Sunday School...
Pastor’s Corner Nov. 14
What is Catalyst Sunday? Come Find Out! Have you ever felt like you're called to make disciples but aren't quite sure where to start? Or maybe you've heard sermons about the Great Commission but wished for more practical direction on how to actually live it out....
Pastor’s Corner Nov. 7
Thanking Through It: Embracing Thanksgiving in All Circumstances As we approach Thanksgiving, it’s natural to focus on the things we’re grateful for—our family, friends, homes, and the everyday blessings that bring us joy. But what about the times when life is less...
Symbolism in the Sanctuary: Kneeling Benches
The 14 kneeling cushions that adorn the sanctuary of Pittman Park UMC were put into place for a service of consecration held Sunday, June 6, 1982. The ceremony was the culmination of nearly five years of thoughtful planning and meticulous work.
The idea for needlepoint cushions originated early in 1977 during a conversation between the Reverend Larry Roberts, a former pastor of Pittman Park, and Mrs. Lew (Polly) Rhiver. Aware of the worshipful atmosphere the cushions would help to create in the sanctuary, and of the talent existing in Pittman Park Church, Mrs. Rhiver agreed to head the project to make the cushions.
Join us for communion on Wednesdays at 5
A brief communion service is held in Pittman Park's chapel on Wednesdays at 5 p.m. All are welcome to receive. United Methodists understand the table of Holy Communion as Christ’s table. The table is open to anyone who seeks to respond to Christ’s love and seeks to...
Get to Know the Church STAFF: Megan Hopkins
As Director of Children's Ministry, Megan Hopkins can most often be found in the Main Street kids wing where she ministers to our youngest congregants. After 10 years as a parent volunteer in the program, she was asked to take the helm in a transitional capacity...
Pastor’s Corner Oct. 31
Wow, what a night we had at our Treat Trail! I can’t thank you all enough for the incredible creativity, time, and love you poured into making this event a success. Our church opened its doors to over 1,200 friends and neighbors from the community, and every corner of...
Pastor’s Corner Oct. 24
New Sermon Series: "Not In It To Win It" As the election season approaches, it’s easy to feel the tension in conversations around us. Whether it's in the news, social media, or discussions with friends and family, the pressure to choose sides can be overwhelming. But...
Pastor’s Corner Oct. 17
Pittman Park Missions Fair Booth: A Week of Service and Success What a week it has been! Pittman Park's presence at the Fair through our Missions booth has once again been a shining example of how our church serves our community with love and purpose. This year, we...
Pastor’s Corner Oct. 10
Fair Week Is Here! This is one of my favorite weeks of the year, because we get to roll up our sleeves, have fun, and raise funds for our international missions! It’s a time when we come together, work side by side, and make a difference—both in our church community...
Pastor’s Corner Oct. 3
Pittman Park UMC’s Response to Hurricane Helene In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Pittman Park UMC opened its doors in a way that truly embodied Christ’s love for our community. As soon as the storm had passed, our church partnered with UMCOR, Bulloch VOAD, Feed...
Inside Us Camp June 13
We've had a delightful group of 43 children this week at Inside Us Camp. They memorized Mark 12:30, donated over $140 (so far) to children in Uganda, and they look forward to sharing a Camp song with the congregation at the Nine this Sunday. Thanks to our army of...
Pastor’s Corner Sept. 26
Praying and Preparing for What’s Ahead Before diving into this week’s Pastor's Corner, I want to take a moment to ask for your prayers. Hurricane Helene is on its way, and many of us have friends and family in its path. Let’s pray together for their safety as the...
Pastor’s Corner Sept. 19
There's something special about gathering around a table to share a meal. Growing up, each Sunday after church we would go to my Grandma’s house for lunch. My brother and I loved it when she fried chicken and made steak fingers with mashed potatoes for us. But those...
Pastor’s Corner Sept. 12
Hey Pittman Park! As we continue our sermon series on "The Good Work," diving into the story of Nehemiah, I can't help but draw parallels between the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls and the wonderful work that has been happening right here in our church community....
Pastor’s Corner Sept. 5
Honoring Grandparents Through Giving As we approach Grandparents Day this Sunday, September 8, we are reminded of the love, wisdom, and faith that grandparents pass down through generations. Many of us can point to moments where our grandparents shared stories,...
Pastor’s Corner Aug. 29
Hey Pittman Park Family! I’m excited to share that we’re launching a brand-new sermon series this week called “The Good Work.” This series is all about uncovering the unique mission God has placed on each of our hearts. Sometimes, that work is hard to see at first,...
Pastor’s Corner August 22
Hi Church, I am thrilled to announce that this Sunday, August 27th, we have the privilege of welcoming a very special guest speaker, Albert Williams III, the Wesley Foundation Director at Georgia Southern University. Albert will be delivering the message at both our...
Pastor’s Corner Aug. 15
Living with Purpose and Intentionality In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it’s easy to let the days slip by without much thought. We get caught up in our routines, rushing from one task to the next, often without pausing to consider the value of each moment....
Pastor’s Corner Aug. 8
Water, Water, Everywhere… This has been a profoundly challenging week for our community. Tropical Storm Debby approached not with the usual fury of winds and tornadoes, but with an unrelenting downpour. What began as a welcomed rain soon became a relentless force,...
Pastor’s Corner Aug. 1
This morning I, like so many other parents in Bulloch county, dropped my two girls, Addie and LG, off to start their new school year. It has been an exciting morning, complete with breakfast, new outfits, and first day of school pictures. It’s hard to believe that our...
Pastor’s Corner July 25
We've had an INCREDIBLE SUMMER of ministry, fun, and fellowship at Pittman Park! From Inside Us Camp to mission trips in Tifton, Uganda, and the Dominican Republic, to pool parties for our youth, and our Annual Watermelon Cutting last night, we're a church that's...
Pastor’s Corner July 18
Embracing Change and Celebrating Transitions at Pittman Park As summer winds down, the season brings about many transitions and changes. Teachers return to school on Tuesday, students follow on August 1, and our college campuses buzz back to life, especially here in...
Pastor’s Corner July 11
This is a busy week for Pittman Park Missions! On Monday, Stephanie Smith, along with Megan and Avery Hopkins, began their journey to Uganda. They have landed safely and are witnessing God move powerfully among the people there. I have enjoyed hearing from our Ugandan...
Pastor’s Corner July 4
Happy 4th of July! This week my family and I have been spending some much-needed time on vacation. Thank you for allowing us to get away to rest, recover, and spend time together. This week we’ve enjoyed the beaches at Hilton Head, great food, and fun together. Today,...
Pastor’s Corner June 27
Over the last few weeks, we’ve been exploring how our internal soundtracks shape our lives and decisions. We can replace the negative and deforming soundtracks in our mind focusing on practical steps inspired by Paul's wisdom in 2 Timothy 1:7-9 to cultivate the Spirit...
Pastor’s Corner June 20
In "Soundtracks: The Surprising Solution to Overthinking," Jon Acuff uses "soundtracks" as a metaphor for the repetitive thoughts that play in our minds. These soundtracks significantly influence our decisions, actions, and mindset. In short, what we tell ourselves...
Pastor’s Corner June 6
Hi, Pittman Park Family! I want to invite you to join in prayer for our Inside Us camp happening from Monday, June 10 to Friday, June 14. Throughout the week, we will be welcoming children from across our community to hear the message of Jesus' love! Church camp is a...
Pastor’s Corner May 30
Hi, Pittman Park Family! I’m excited for you to join us in worship this week as we welcome Albert Williams to come and lead us! Albert is our Wesley Foundation Director at Georgia Southern University. He is starting his third year at Wesley and has been a...
Pastor’s Corner May 23
This past Thursday, my Kiwanis club meeting was graced by Shannon Ramsey from Families 4 Families. Shannon’s organization plays a pivotal role in training and supporting foster families, ensuring that children entering the foster care system are met with love and...
Pastor’s Corner May 16
This Sunday, during worship, we will celebrate Pentecost. Pentecost is the day we remember the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on Jesus’ disciples in Jerusalem and the birth of the church. Peter and 120 others, filled with the Holy Spirit, spilled into the crowded...
Pastor’s Corner May 9
Throughout the week, I have found myself drifting back to 1 John 5:1-6, the text I preached from on Sunday. The promises found there have given me hope and solace in the midst of the challenges of life and ministry. [Watch last week's sermon on You Tube] As I sit down...
Pastor’s Corner May 2
Members and Friends of Pittman Park, Thank you for your prayers lifting up the delegates at General Conference in Charlotte. As I mentioned in last week's Pastor's Corner, the group had a lot of work to do, and this week several amendments to The Book of Discipline of...
Pastor’s Corner April 24
The General Conference of The United Methodist Church began on Tuesday in Charlotte, North Carolina. The General Conference is the church's top policy-making body. It meets once every four years but has been delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The conference meets...
Get to Know the Church: Diego and Paola Escobar
You can find Diego and Paola most Sundays up front in the sanctuary. Diego plays the piano, and Paola sings in the choir. They moved to Statesboro from Medellín, Colombia in January. Let's get to know this talented couple! What do you like best about Pittman Park? The...
Pastor’s Corner April 11
This Sunday is Confirmation Sunday At Pittman Park! This Sunday, a significant milestone will be reached in the lives of our congregation and our Confirmation Class. In the 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. worship services, our confirmands will step forward to profess their faith...
Pastor’s Corner April 18
Our Wednesday night class, centered around Theodore Runyon’s book, “The New Creation: John Wesley’s Theology Today,” Has been a source of great conversation and reflection. This book offers a comprehensive and accessible exploration of Wesley’s Theology, making it a...
Pastor’s Corner April 4
Wow! What an incredible Sunday of worship at Pittman Park!! More than 460 people joined us to celebrate the resurrection of our Savior at Sunrise Worship, The N9NE, and Traditional Worship. Thank you for being a warm and welcoming congregation and inviting your...
Pastor’s Corner March 28
During our weekly communion service in the Chapel, the following passage from 1 Corinthians 15:3-11 was read to prepare us to receive the sacrament: For what I received I passed on to you as of first importance: that Christ died for our sins according to the...
Pastor’s Corner March 21
Holy Week is Upon Us! This Sunday, we begin our journey from the palms to the cross as we remember Jesus’ death and resurrection. Holy Week begins with Palm Sunday and concludes with Easter Sunday. These are two Sundays filled celebration! This Sunday, we will wave...
Pastor’s Corner Mar 14
When Grief is So Heavy: The past few days at Pittman Park have been filled with profound loss, one upon another. We are in mourning and are filled with grief as we think about our members who now boldly sit before the throne of God. We remember Mrs. Betty Merck, Mr....
Pastor’s Corner Mar 7
Disciples Made Here Throughout Lent, we have focused on becoming a church that calls and equips people to build faith-filled communities that transform our community for Christ by looking at what it means to be a disciple. We’ve defined a disciple of Jesus Christ as...
Pastor’s Corner Feb. 29
It's an exciting time for young people at Pittman Park! This upcoming weekend, our confirmands will be heading to St. Simons Island for their Confirmation Retreat. At this retreat, fifth and sixth graders from across the state will come together to learn how to own...
Pastor’s Corner Feb. 22
The season of Lent invites us to take on spiritual disciplines and live into our identity as disciples of Jesus Christ. Prayer is central to our walk with Christ and is a discipline that helps us grow spiritually. Also, our prayers are powerful, and interceding for...
Pastor’s Corner Feb. 15
Lent is a season of fasting and prayer that prepares us for Easter. It’s a season that reminds us of our mortality, human frailty, and deep need for God’s grace in our lives. I hope you had a chance to join us for our Ash Wednesday Service this past week, as it was an...
Pastor’s Corner Feb. 8
The season of Lent is drawing near. On Tuesday at 6:00 pm, we will celebrate at our annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper and highlight the ways that God is working in our youth ministry. Then, on Wednesday at 6:00 pm, we will gather for worship on Ash Wednesday to...
Pastor’s Corner Feb. 1
It’s Peanut Butter Jelly Time! Peanut Butter Jelly Time! Peanut Butter Jelly Time! I’m so excited for this year’s Backpack Buddies and Can Do Food Pantry Canned Food Championship, and I hope you are too! This food drive is a simple way for our church to make a major...
Pastor’s Corner Jan. 25
Greetings from the DR- Since Sunday, our Dominican Republic construction team has been hard at work with the people of Batey Siete. Our efforts are aimed at supporting the medical mission teams who come to offer healing and hope to this community. On Sunday, we...
Pastor’s Corner Jan 18
From Pastor Stephanie Relationships Just this past week, members of our church have dealt with loss. A child just a week away from entering into this world only to be found with no heartbeat. A sister stood beside her sister in grief as she mourned the passing of her...
Get to Know the Church STAFF: Mark Murphree
As Director of Modern Music, Mark Murphree can most-often be found behind a keyboard on stage in the Fellowship Hall. He has been quietly offering his talent to Pittman Park since 1992, most recently mentoring a rotation of musicians in the contemporary service. Over...
Get to Know the Church: Sherrye Grotte
You can find Sherrye Grotte most Sundays in the Fellowship Sunday School Class or worshipping in the sanctuary. She moved to Statesboro from Hawaii and learned about Pittman Park through her neighbor, who happens to be Pittman Park Matriarch Bennie Herring. What do...
Get to Know the Church: Pheasants in the Forest
A rustic arrangement featuring ring-necked pheasants among branches and flowers can often be found decorating the Fellowship Hall lobby. The intriguing display was donated in the late 2010s in memory of Gary “Dennis” Edwards, Sr. by his family. His widow, Charlotte...
Our Hope is Built Campaign Updates
It has been six months since the Our Hope is Built campaign kicked off, and our Fellowship Hall has seen drastic improvements. Energy-efficient lighting was installed over the summer, and new carpet was installed in mid-October. Watch a time-lapse video of the floor...
Get to Know the Church STAFF: Bekah Hoogerwerf
As Director of Youth Ministry, Bekah Hoogerwerf can be found presiding over two large tables of teenagers at Open Table each Wednesday or filling the Mainstreet Kids Wing with laughter on Sunday nights. She moved to Savannah a few years ago from the west coast and...
Realm Software Coming Online at Pittman Park
Pittman Park staff have completed training and we're transitioning into the next phase of implementation for our new church management software called Realm. Groups are now being created to streamline communication and file sharing among committees, classes and...
Pastor’s Corner Jan. 11
Over the past few months, our staff has been receiving discipleship coaching which has been helping us rethink what we are doing as a church, how we are growing, and how we can develop disciples who are committed to knowing and sharing Jesus Christ. Our work with our...
Pastor’s Corner Nov. 2
This Sunday, we will celebrate All Saints Day during our 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. worship services. This is a high and holy Sunday in the life of our church as we remember those who have gone before us into eternity with God. On All Saints Day, as a church, we remember and...
Our Hope is Built Campaign Work COMPLETE!
FROM PASTOR JONATHAN: One of my favorite moments in our ministry together was on May 21, 2023. As the Offertory Hymn “My Hope Is Built” was sung, the church came forward to pledge toward the Our Hope Is Built capital campaign (you can watch this powerful moment from...
Grant funds automatic door opener in fellowship hall
People with mobility challenges will now have an easier time accessing Pittman Park UMC's Fellowship Hall thanks to an automatic door opener. The low-energy operator arm engages when users apply pressure to the door, opening the door and holding it open to allow those...
A note from the Amazing Grace coordinator: Good News & Bad News
Amazing Grace was started at Pittman Park eight years ago, in 2015. We are beginning our ninth year of working to help the homeless and the struggling in our community. When the mission began, we made and distributed, on average, 20 bags per month. Now, there is good...
Get to Know the Church: Regina Days-Bryan
You'll find Regina Days-Bryan at the traditional service--usually on stage! She sings in the Chancel Choir, serves as lay liturgist and directs the Wesley Ringers Handbell Choir. But her talents don't stop at music. Did you know she's in the Georgia Southern Athletics...
Pastor’s Corner Jan 4
Can you believe it’s 2024? I’m not having my normal struggles with moving from one year to the next—misdating checks, documents, and files—but it feels like 2023 has just rushed past us. That feeling makes me wonder: How well did I use my time? Did I do all that God...
Pastor’s Corner Dec. 31
Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year! In a few short days we will say goodbye to 2023 and welcome in 2024! Every new year is an opportunity for a new start, for a new beginning. We get a chance to consider what we’ve done and who we’ve been for the past 12 months and...
Pastor’s Corner Dec. 21
In 1744, Charles Wesley Published Hymns for the Nativity of Our Lord. This was a collection of 18 hymns that were reprinted some 20 times before Charles Wesley died in 1788. Number 10 in this collection, Come Thou Long Expected Jesus is the only hymn to survive into...
Pastor’s Corner Dec. 14
This week has been an amazing week of preparation for Christmas! On Sunday, our Chancel and Children’s choirs treated us to an incredible night of music at the Christmas Cantata Concert. Last night, we had a wonderful time of food, fellowship, and fun at Christmas at...
Pastor’s Corner Dec. 6
A Weary World Rejoices! Throughout Advent, we are waiting and preparing for Jesus' arrival as a baby born in a manger to save us from the power of sin and death, as well as a king returning on the clouds to redeem and restore all of creation. Every Advent, we wait...
Pastor’s Corner Nov. 30
Advent begins this Sunday at Pittman Park! I hope that you’ll join us for this season of anticipation and preparation for Jesus’ birth and second coming. Throughout Advent, we will have opportunities to celebrate and grow together as we welcome Christ into our lives...
Pastor’s Corner Nov. 23
Happy Thanksgiving Everyone! I pray this week’s Pastor’s Corner finds you safe and well, surrounded by friends and family, and perhaps even a little more than well-fed after your Thanksgiving meal. I am writing on Tuesday, and what lies before me and my family is a...
Pastor’s Corner Nov. 16
This time next week, most of us will be recovering from a turkey, dressing, and cranberry sauce-induced nap and perhaps even preparing for the first of many servings of leftovers. Many of you will spend time traveling to gather around the table with family and...
Pastor’s Corner: Nov. 9
This Sunday, we start a new sermon series based on Jesus' parables from Matthew’s Gospel. Each of the parables we will cover over the next few weeks are Kingdom parables; that is, they have something to say about the nature of God’s Kingdom and our invitation to be a...
Pastor’s Corner Oct. 26
What an amazing night! Our Treat Trail was a HUGE HIT again this year. Last night we welcomed 800+ people onto our campus. Not only was this a great event, but it was an incredible opportunity for us to demonstrate God’s love and welcome to our community. Hundreds of...
Pastor’s Corner Oct. 19
It’s Fair Week! Thank you to everyone who has come out or is coming out to work in our Fair Booth to support missions. One of the things I love about the Fair Booth is how it brings people together. Watching you work together, problem-solve, laugh, talk, and support...
Pastor’s Corner Oct. 12
This morning a demolition crew arrived to begin removing the carpet in the fellowship hall. We have all known that this was long past due. The carpet was worn and stained from nearly 25 years of love from basketball games, Wednesday night suppers, youth lock-ins,...