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Chuck Knows Church - COMMUNION: “This is the first of a three-part series about communion. Always good to know the basics about the first of two sacraments, right?”

New Study: Why Did Jesus, Moses, the Buddha, and Mohammed Cross the Road: Christian Identity in a Multi-Faith World. Can you be a committed Christian without having to condemn or seek to convert those of other faiths and without watering down your own faith? Author Brian McLaren proposes an understanding of Christian faith that is strong without “strong-arming” - one that goes beyond mere tolerance to vigorous hospitality toward and collaboration with “the Other.” Join the Re-Discovery class Sundays at 9:45 in Room 302 for our study of this fascinating new book. 

New Study: Why Did Jesus, Moses, the Buddha, and Mohammed Cross the Road: Christian Identity in a Multi-Faith World. Can you be a committed Christian without having to condemn or seek to convert those of other faiths and without watering down your own faith? Author Brian McLaren proposes an understanding of Christian faith that is strong without “strong-arming” - one that goes beyond mere tolerance to vigorous hospitality toward and collaboration with “the Other.” Join the Re-Discovery class Sundays at 9:45 in Room 302 for our study of this fascinating new book. 

Light Shines: God has always shown up in the most unlikely places. Jesus’ life was the greatest example of that.

Pastors’ Message - March 22, 2013

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March 22, 2013

Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

This Sunday is Palm/Passion Sunday.  On this day, we will tell the story of Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem and how, just a few days later, the same crowds that hailed him as King demanded that he be crucified by the Roman authorities.  This marks the beginning of Holy Week, a week during which we Christians journey with Jesus to the cross and the empty tomb.  As we delve into the mystery of the death of the One who is God with us, we remember and experience the deepest and darkest night the world has ever known.  On Good Friday, we see God joining us in our brokenness, taking on the consequences of our sin, and accepting abandonment and suffering on our behalf.  And then, on Easter Sunday, we see the bonds of death broken.  Easter is the ultimate reversal – the ultimate celebration of God’s life-transforming (and life-creating) power, even in the face of death.

But, we can’t get to Easter without Good Friday.  We can’t appreciate the mysterious and world-transforming power of Christ’s resurrection unless we first encounter the reality and pain of his death.  So, this week, you have a simple task: take Holy Week seriously.  Travel with Jesus from the Cross to the Empty tomb. Read Luke 22:1-24:13 a few times – perhaps even every day – and reflect on its significance.  And join us here for worship on Maundy Thursday (7pm), Good Friday (7pm), and Easter Sunday (6:30, 8:15, 9:45, & 11:15am).

This is the most important story of our faith.  Indeed, we Christians believe that Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday is the most important week in all of human history.  So, we encourage you to join us in worship as we experience these central moments of our faith.  We hope to see you here.

Blessings,

Brian and Denise

What is Palm Sunday? The Skit Guys explain the history and significance of Palm Sunday as only they can.

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St. Matthew’s United Methodist Church Worship Podcast 2.17.13 - 11:15 AM:  As we begin our Lenten sermon series, Fifty Shades of Grace, we look at the following scriptures: Deuteronomy 26:1-11 and Luke 4:1-14.  Pastor Denise delivers the message, “Temptation of Jesus and of Us.” 

Sticky Jesus by The Skit Guys: As a mother and son unpack the Christmas decorations they also unpack some less than happy memories involving the manger scene and some peanut butter covered fingers.

Why Should We Care About Advent?

Rob Bell explains why this time of year is all about the waiting.

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Name That Tune - Children’s Time 11:15 AM on December 9, 2012: Every Sunday morning, during our traditional services, the children present at church are invited to come to the front of the sanctuary for Children’s Time.  This past Sunday, as we prepare for the coming of Jesus, our Director of Children’s Ministry decided to play a round of name that tune with the kids.  What ensued was sheer adorableness! 

Come Thou Long Expected Jesus:  “All of creation, all of God’s story, all of us, long for Christ’s coming. Watch this moving piece that illustrates how all of history culminates in the birth of Jesus.”

St. Matthew’s Daily Scripture Verses: Dec. 2 - Dec. 29:  You can always find the most up to date scriptures on our website!

St. Matthew’s Daily Scripture Verses: Dec. 2 - Dec. 29:  You can always find the most up to date scriptures on our website!

The Christmas Story: ”The story of Christmas as told by the children of St Paul’s Church, Auckland, New Zealand.”

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St. Matthew’s United Methodist Church Worship Podcast 10.21.12 - 11:15 AM:  Join us as we continue our sermon series, Live the Story: God’s Promise of Salvation, and celebrate our choirs with a special choir dedication.  Pastor Brian Johnson leads worship with the message, Jesus is Calling.

St. Matthew's UMC Pastors' Blog: A Message from the Pastor

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“St. Matthew’s is a welcoming community, nurturing and serving God’s children so that all may find meaning and purpose through Jesus Christ.” This is our mission statement. Less than two years ago, leaders from across our church spent time in study, prayer, and discernment, seeking to…

I’m NOT a Perfect Christian: “I’m NOT a perfect Christian.  Sometimes I forget to be a servant, I often WANT to do things my way.  I can be selfish.  At times I’ve hid my faith.  I’m impatient in traffic and sometimes my language isn’t so clean.  I fall, I fail and I falter.  It’s really hard for me to love everybody.  But when I stop to think about it and I take a step back, I remember how amazing life truly is.  And through all my IMPERFECTIONS… GOD STILL LOVES ME.”

I’m NOT a Perfect Christian: “I’m NOT a perfect Christian.  Sometimes I forget to be a servant, I often WANT to do things my way.  I can be selfish.  At times I’ve hid my faith.  I’m impatient in traffic and sometimes my language isn’t so clean.  I fall, I fail and I falter.  It’s really hard for me to love everybody.  But when I stop to think about it and I take a step back, I remember how amazing life truly is.  And through all my IMPERFECTIONS… GOD STILL LOVES ME.”

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