Worship Services on Matthew
January 4, 2026 — 10:30 AM Service
The reading from Matthew tells how the Holy Family escaped to Egypt for safety, finding hospitality. In his sermon, Pastor Peter discusses Epiphany as a reminder that God’s love extends beyond Bethlehem to unexpected places and people. He shares stories of his own experiences of hospitality in Egypt that demonstrate how God’s grace transcends borders and reshapes history. We are encouraged to seek God’s love everywhere and to remain open and hopeful as we begin the new year.
January 4, 2026 — 9:00 AM Service
The reading from Matthew tells how the Holy Family escaped to Egypt for safety, finding hospitality. In his sermon, Pastor Peter discusses Epiphany as a reminder that God’s love extends beyond Bethlehem to unexpected places and people. He shares stories of his own experiences of hospitality in Egypt that demonstrate how God’s grace transcends borders and reshapes history. We are encouraged to seek God’s love everywhere and to remain open and hopeful as we begin the new year.
May 25, 2025 — 10:30 AM: ‘From Ordinary to Impactful’
Pastor Peter emphasizes that God calls us to share love in every part of the world. Who is one person you can show genuine kindness and compassion to today and throughout the week? In what ways can you make ordinary moments impactful, fostering positive change in the world?
May 25, 2025 — 9:00 AM: ‘From Ordinary to Impactful’
Pastor Peter emphasizes that God calls us to share love in every part of the world. Who is one person you can show genuine kindness and compassion to today and throughout the week? In what ways can you make ordinary moments impactful, fostering positive change in the world?
Palm Sunday — 10:30 AM: ‘We Walk (The Narrow Path)’
Hosanna! Holy Week is upon us, and Pastor Kristin began the Easter celebrations with palm branches in hand. Before that, Shawna Berg and Arlene Flancher (dressed as a donkey named Jackie) delivered a children’s message that shared the story of Palm Sunday. After the kids exited the chancel, Pastor Kristin preached about how the narrow path can be difficult, but it leads us to great things. She encouraged everyone not to always follow the most traveled trail. Instead, have faith…
Palm Sunday — 9:00 AM: ‘We Walk (The Narrow Path)’
Hosanna! Holy Week is upon us, and Pastor Kristin began the Easter celebrations with palm branches in hand. Before that, Shawna Berg and Arlene Flancher (dressed as a donkey named Jackie) delivered a children’s message that shared the story of Palm Sunday. After the kids exited the chancel, Pastor Kristin preached about how the narrow path can be difficult, but it leads us to great things. She encouraged everyone not to always follow the most traveled trail. Instead, have faith…
April 6, 2025 — 10:30 AM: ‘We Trust’
Pastor Peter spoke about how we, as God’s people, often mix worry with trust while living out our faith in our daily lives. Whether it’s planting a seed too early or trying to rush our personal growth, the process always unfolds at the right pace. We must have faith, which helps our worries recede and allows love to succeed.
April 6, 2025 — 9:00 AM: ‘We Trust’
Pastor Peter spoke about how we, as God’s people, often mix worry with trust while living out our faith in our daily lives. Whether it’s planting a seed too early or trying to rush our personal growth, the process always unfolds at the right pace. We must have faith, which helps our worries recede and allows love to succeed.
March 30, 2025 — 10:30 AM: ‘We Give (It All)’
In Pastor Matthew’s sermon this Sunday, we were encouraged to give our all in the upcoming week. We are called to follow in the footsteps of Jesus by giving our “utmost” each and every day. How can you make the world a better place, filled with care, compassion, and love this week?
March 30, 2025 — 9:00 AM: ‘We Give (It All)’
In Pastor Matthew’s sermon this Sunday, we were encouraged to give our all in the upcoming week. We are called to follow in the footsteps of Jesus by giving our “utmost” each and every day. How can you make the world a better place, filled with care, compassion, and love this week?