Mind the Gap

This past Sunday, we celebrated our church’s 64th anniversary with worship, followed by a marvelous feast. The food selection was fantastic, with plenty to go

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Love Like Jesus

Love Like Jesus In this week’s sermon, we delved into the profound message of love as illustrated in Romans 13. Just as the ancient Romans

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Overcome Evil With Good

In a world often marred by conflict and division, the age-old question lingers: How do we respond when faced with evil or hostility? From our

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The Church Budget

Hey Church! 8.31.23 Typically, I don’t write about our finances. However, today, in addition to my article, I’m also writing with a heartfelt request that

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Will Of God

Dear Church, This past Sunday, we delved into the concept of interconnectedness within the body of Christ. The passage reminded us that we are not

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In The Water

Here is a recap of Sunday’s message based on Matthew 14:22-33.  Where do you find yourself in your faith journey today? Are you open to

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Family

Dear Church, I pray you are in good health and high spirits. I am grateful for your understanding and support regarding my absence last Sunday.

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Hope

Dear Church, Here is a summary of Sunday’s Sermon:The message emphasized the significance of hope and the struggles we face as Christians. The central theme

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Keep Working

Jesus’ parable of the sower, seed, and soil speaks directly to our lives today. Each type of soil represents different aspects of our hearts and

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Welcome

This past Sunday, our message was based on Matthew 10:40-42. Jesus said, “Whoever welcomes you welcomes me, and whoever welcomes me welcomes the one who

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July 4th Celebration

Today, as we celebrate Independence Day, may we remember and pray for those grieving the tragic event that unfolded last night just a few miles

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Extending the Table

This Sunday, July 2, 2023, after worship, we will take food and extend the Table to those less fortunate than us and living on the

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Independence Day

As we approach July 4th, many of us will celebrate the day in some way with friends and family. Let’s pause for a moment to

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Hospitality

On Monday, I attended a Juneteenth celebration in Fort Worth in the sweltering Texas heat with four Alaska nieces and nephews. The vibrant celebration and

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Pentecost and Memorial Day

Dear Church! This weekend, we find ourselves at the intersection of two significant events: Pentecost Sunday and Memorial Day weekend. Pentecost, often referred to as

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Ascension

5.18.23 Happy Ascension Day!Say what?! Yes, Happy Ascension Day! Has anyone ever said to you? It’s a conversation starter, for sure. Today is Ascension Day,

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Mother’s Day

Dear Church! As Mother’s Day approaches, it is an opportunity for us to reflect on the incredible gift that mothers are to us all. Mothers

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We Are The Church

This past Sunday, our message focused on being the church. In the early and forming days, the church congregated both in the temple and in

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Walking

Here is a summary of our message from Sunday based on Luke 24:13-35. The passage is about two disciples of Jesus walking to the village

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Earth Day

My favorite season is spring, at least this year. There is just a sense of renewal and hope that is present. The grass is green,

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Resurrection Sunday

Wow! What a fantastic Easter weekend we had. From the Children’s Easter event on Saturday (a few hundred in attendance) to our sunrise service, breakfast,

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Easter Meditation / Prayer

Easter/Resurrection Sunday April 9, 2023 Easter Meditation / Prayer Gracious God, on this holy Easter day, we lift our hearts in thanksgiving for the gift

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The Breath of God

Day 40: Holy Saturday, April 8, 2023 Rev. Sela Finau The Breath of God Scripture: The earth was a formless void and darkness covered the

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A Good Friday Prayer

Day 39: Good/Holy Friday, April 7, 2023 A Good Friday Prayer for Meditation We praise and thank you, Lord, for the gift of yourself on

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A Maundy Thursday Prayer

Day 38: Maundy/Holy Thursday, April 6, 2023 A Maundy Thursday Prayer for Meditation On this holy day, Maundy Thursday, we reflect on Jesus’ “new commandment”

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Holy Wednesday Meditation

Day 37: Wednesday, April 5, 2023 Holy Wednesday Meditation Gracious God, you have placed before us a lavish banquet overflowing with life and love. Yet,

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Foot Washing

Day 36: Tuesday, April 4, 2023 Rev. Sela Finau Foot Washing Scripture: Then he poured water into a basin and began to wash the disciples’

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Global

Day 35: Monday, April 3, 2023 Rev. Sela Finau Global Scripture: The heavens are telling the glory of God, and the firmament proclaims his handiwork.

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Pray

But prayer is more than formatted words and petitions. Prayer is not a monologue, and more than a conversation. Prayer is also listening and putting ourselves in the hands of God and listening to God’s voice in the depth of our hearts.

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Homelessness

Meet my friend Mickey! We met last weekend. While on my way home from visiting a member, I noticed Mickey pushing her cart on Camp

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Companionship

The risen Christ walks beside us, awaiting our invitation to stay with us, break bread with us, interpret life for us, give us hope, and share in our thanksgiving.

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Gray

Day 31: Wednesday, March 29, 2023 Rev. Sela Finau Gray Scripture: “Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is gained in a righteous life.”

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Destination?

Week Six Day 29: Monday, March 27, 2023 Rev. Sela Finau Destination? Scripture: Thomas said to him, “Lord, we don’t know where you are going,

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Fasting

Day 27: Friday, March 24, 2023 Rev Sela Finau Fasting Scripture: Then I turned to the lord God, to seek an answer by prayer and

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Freewill

Day 25: Wednesday, March 22, 2023 Rev. Sela Finau Freewill Scripture: The human mind plans the way, but the Lord direct the steps. (Proverbs 16:9

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Planters

Week Five Day 23: Monday, March 20, 2023 Rev. Sela Finau Planters Scripture: I planted, Apollos watered, but God gave the growth. So neither the

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Stewardship

Dear Church, In 2008, the financial industry was hit by a major crisis highlighting the importance of sound decision-making and effective management. At the time,

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God Requires

Day 20: Thursday, March 16, 2023 Rev. Sela Finau God Requires Scripture: “With what shall I come before the Lord and bow myself before God on high? Shall I

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Global Neighbors

Day 18: Tuesday, March 14, 2023 Rev. Sela Finau Global Neighbor Scripture: How very good and pleasant it is when kindred live together in unity! (Psalm 133:1

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Love Your Neighbor

Day 16: Saturday, March 11, 2023 Rev. Sela Finau Love Your Neighbor Scripture: You shall not take vengeance or bear a grudge against any of

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Time Change

It’s Friday morning, and I just glanced at my calendar. And to my horror, daylight savings time is marked for this Sunday, March 12, 2023.

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Forgiveness

Day 14: Thursday, March 9, 2023 Rev. Sela Finau Forgiveness Scripture: Then Peter came and said to Him, “Lord, how often shall my brother sin against

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Rules

Day 12: Tuesday, March 7, 2023 Rev. Sela Finau                                     Rules Scripture: “I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of

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