St. Patrick’s Breastplate
I am not Irish, but I love St. Patrick’s Day. I love it not because of the celebrations, although green beer and parades are always…
“Top Six” books that have shaped my theology and my faith
Greetings! A few years ago, a friend asked me to compile a list of the books that anyone who wanted to grow in their faith…
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Recommitment of Baptism Vows
Greetings! A few weeks ago, I was surfing the web and reading some sermons posted by various well-known preachers. I figure if I read…
Wesley’s Covenant Service
Greetings! Sunday in worship, we join many other United Methodist Churches in kicking off the New Year by participating in an adaption of John…
Sometimes It Just Feels Overwhelming…
Greetings! Christmas is the best time of year….until it becomes the worst. Sure, there are many aspects of the holiday season that are great, but…
Are You A Swan?
Greetings! A few years ago I saw a movie with a powerful message that truly resonated with me. The core message in “Up in the…
REFLECTING ON PREVIOUS 6 YEARS
Greetings! Last Sunday (December 1st) was not only my birthday, but it also marked my 6th anniversary as the pastor of First United Methodist Church…
Missing Pieces
Greetings! Years ago, an older gentleman who was chatting with me said something I will never forget. With a tinge of sadness, he said, “I…
All Saints
Every year as All Saints Sunday approaches, I think about a book I read years ago, “A Prayer for Owen Meany.” In the book, author…
Something Beautiful for God
Greetings! When I did youth work, I would often ask the kids a simple question, “If you could eat dinner with anyone, living or dead,…
