Jan 12, 2020
At God’s Elbow – Isaiah 42:1-9
First Sunday after Epiphany, The Baptism of the Lord. Israel was set aside to be the servant of the Lord. Being the humble servant is often unpopular with folks, even in the church. God's desire is to have us at his elbow, ready for any mission the Holy Spirit shares with us. What many Israelites were unwilling to do, Jesus fulfills. Pastor Frank Reeder.preaching.
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  • Jan 12, 2020At God’s Elbow – Isaiah 42:1-9
    Jan 12, 2020
    At God’s Elbow – Isaiah 42:1-9
    First Sunday after Epiphany, The Baptism of the Lord. Israel was set aside to be the servant of the Lord. Being the humble servant is often unpopular with folks, even in the church. God's desire is to have us at his elbow, ready for any mission the Holy Spirit shares with us. What many Israelites were unwilling to do, Jesus fulfills. Pastor Frank Reeder.preaching.
  • Jan 5, 2020The Word Made Flesh – Ephesians 3:1-12
    Jan 5, 2020
    The Word Made Flesh – Ephesians 3:1-12
    Jesus is the Word made flesh. He set in motion a long standing community that is still fleshing out what God intended when he created human beings. It takes endurance. Pastor Frank Reeder preaching.
  • Dec 29, 2019Remembering God’s Lovingkindness – Isaiah 63:7-9
    Dec 29, 2019
    Remembering God’s Lovingkindness – Isaiah 63:7-9
    First Sunday in Christmastide. The Bible traces the line of God's lovingkindness through patriarchs, judges, kings and prophets. They all culminate in the incarnation of Christ. Through our own journaling and quiet reflection, we see how God traces that lovingkindness in our own lives. Pastor Frank Reeder preaches.
  • Dec 15, 2019Together for Christmas
    Dec 15, 2019
    Together for Christmas
    "Together for Christmas"  a suite of music written by Pepper Choplin and directed by Paula Dollarhide. Sung by Seaview Chancel Choir.
  • Dec 8, 2019The Earth Will Be Full – Isaiah 11:1-10
    Dec 8, 2019
    The Earth Will Be Full – Isaiah 11:1-10
    Second Sunday in Advent. The prophet warns the nation to be careful to follow God's directions rather than coming up with their own ideas. When we do, we find ourselves growing toward a world that is miraculously renewed and full of peace. Pastor Frank Reeder preaching.
  • Dec 1, 2019He Shall Overcome – Isaiah 2:1-5
    Dec 1, 2019
    He Shall Overcome – Isaiah 2:1-5
    The First Sunday in Advent. In a world torn apart by strife, many of us are looking for peace. We can try to negotiate it at the United Nations. But that's more like placing a band aid on a gun shot wound. Only Jesus can negotiate the peace we are talking about here.  This message is based in ancient Hebrew writings. Pastor Frank Reeder preaching.
  • Nov 24, 2019When Our God becomes Their God – Luke 23:33-43
    Nov 24, 2019
    When Our God becomes Their God – Luke 23:33-43
     Christ the King Sunday concludes the church year. Our Gospel reading curiously directs us, not to a throne room, but to the cross where Jesus reigns over his very different kingdom. The way he suffered and kept loving and forgiving inspires others to follow him and declare him to be their king. Long live the King. Pastor Frank Reeder preaching.
  • Nov 17, 2019How do You Handle Betrayal? – Luke 21:5-19
    Nov 17, 2019
    How do You Handle Betrayal? – Luke 21:5-19
    Jesus is getting ready for the cross, the day when he finishes his earthly work and seals the deal. With a depth of love in his heart for those who have followed him, he gives them a sense of what lies before them and how to handle the betrayal they encounter from even their families. Grace is the key and a commitment to keep loving  especially when it is tough. Pastor Frank Reeder preaching.
  • Nov 10, 2019The Aroma of Love – John 12:1-8
    Nov 10, 2019
    The Aroma of Love – John 12:1-8
    When Mary opened the box of costly perfume to anoint the feet of Jesus, the aroma filled the house and got into every corner. It was the aroma of love. Pastor Ned Flexer is our guest preacher.
  • Nov 3, 2019A Personal Reformation – Luke 19:1-10
    Nov 3, 2019
    A Personal Reformation – Luke 19:1-10
    Jesus meets people where they are and begins a process of remolding us into his image. Nobody is beyond his reach. But we can be a bit hardened which means we need to be made more flexible, even broken if that's what it takes. And he always does it with a generous supply of care. That's what he did with the tax collector, Zacchaeus. And that's what he will do with you. Pastor Frank Reeder preaching.