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      <![CDATA[<p>A United Methodist Congregation located in downtown Travelers Rest, SC, right on the Swamp Rabbit Trail. Visit our website: www.trmethodist.net Find us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram: TRMethodist Rev. Brian Gilmer &amp; Rev. Christine Matthews, Pastors</p>]]>
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    <itunes:summary>A United Methodist Congregation located in downtown Travelers Rest, SC, right on the Swamp Rabbit Trail. Visit our website: www.trmethodist.net Find us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram: TRMethodist Rev. Brian Gilmer &amp;amp; Rev. Christine Matthews, Pastors</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Episode 342: Cleaning House</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>Third Sunday of Lent<br> Sermon Series: 40 Days of Growth <br> Sermon: Cleaning House</strong></p><p><strong>Scripture:</strong> <a href="https://trmethodist.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=1886fe23ebab9fdac7b2edb14&amp;id=e9ccc41e34&amp;e=12a84247b0">John 2:13-22</a></p><p><br></p><p>Lent continues—not just in the wilderness around us, but in the deeper rooms of our own hearts. This week, in Gospel of John 2:13–22, we encounter a different image of Jesus. Not quiet. Not withdrawn. But turning over tables in the temple courts.</p><p><br></p><p>And if we’re honest, that feels familiar.</p><p><br></p><p>We live in a world that fills every corner of our lives.<br> Calendars overflow. Notifications ping. Opinions shout. Expectations pile up. Before we know it, the sacred spaces within us—our attention, our priorities, our worship—are cluttered with things that don’t truly give life. And into that cluttered space, Jesus still walks.</p><p><br></p><p>He looks at our carefully arranged tables—the habits we’ve justified, the priorities we’ve misplaced, the distractions we’ve normalized—and asks hard but loving questions:</p><ul>
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</ul><p><br></p><p>In this week’s message from our <strong>40 Days of Growth</strong> series, <em>“Cleaning House,”</em> we’ll explore what it means to let Christ reorder our hearts—overturning what distracts us so that what is holy can take center stage again.</p><p><br></p><p>Sometimes growth doesn’t begin with adding something new. Sometimes it begins with making room.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Worship Schedule</strong><em><br> </em>8:45am: Contemporary Service</p><p>10am: Sunday School</p><p>11am: Traditional Service</p>]]>
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      <itunes:summary>Third Sunday of Lent&amp;nbsp;Sermon Series: 40 Days of Growth&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;Sermon: Cleaning HouseScripture: John 2:13-22Lent continues&#8212;not just in the wilderness around us, but in the deeper rooms of our own hearts. This week, in Gospel of John 2:13&#8211;22, we encounter a different image of Jesus. Not quiet. Not withdrawn. But turning over tables in the temple courts.And if we&#8217;re honest, that feels familiar.We live in a world that fills every corner of our lives.&amp;nbsp;Calendars overflow. Notifications ping. Opinions shout. Expectations pile up. Before we know it, the sacred spaces within us&#8212;our attention, our priorities, our worship&#8212;are cluttered with things that don&#8217;t truly give life. And into that cluttered space, Jesus still walks.He looks at our carefully arranged tables&#8212;the habits we&#8217;ve justified, the priorities we&#8217;ve misplaced, the distractions we&#8217;ve normalized&#8212;and asks hard but loving questions:What doesn&#8217;t belong here?What has taken up space that was meant for prayer?What needs to be cleared out so something deeper can grow?In this week&#8217;s message from our 40 Days of Growth series, &#8220;Cleaning House,&#8221; we&#8217;ll explore what it means to let Christ reorder our hearts&#8212;overturning what distracts us so that what is holy can take center stage again.Sometimes growth doesn&#8217;t begin with adding something new. Sometimes it begins with making room.Worship Schedule 8:45am: Contemporary Service10am: Sunday School11am: Traditional Service</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Episode 341: Deny</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>Second Sunday of Lent<br> Sermon Series: 40 Days of Growth <br> Sermon: Deny</strong></p><p><strong>Scripture:</strong> <a href="https://trmethodist.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=1886fe23ebab9fdac7b2edb14&amp;id=3a886b9c9b&amp;e=12a84247b0">Mark 8:31-38</a></p><p><br></p><p>Lent continues—not just in the wilderness around us, but in the deeper wilderness within us. In Mark 8:31–38, Jesus speaks hard words to his disciples: deny yourself, take up your cross, and follow me.</p><p><br></p><p>In a world that tells us to protect ourselves, promote ourselves, and put ourselves first, Jesus invites us into a different way. “Deny” isn’t about self-rejection—it’s about re-centering. It’s about loosening our grip on control, ego, and comfort so we can truly follow him.</p><p><br></p><p>In this week’s message from our <em>40 Days of Growth</em> series, we’ll explore what it means to let go in order to grow. Because sometimes the path to real life begins with surrender.</p><p><br></p><p>Join us as we continue the Lenten journey together.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Worship Schedule</strong><em><br> </em>8:45am: Contemporary Service</p><p>10am: Sunday School</p><p>11am: Traditional Service</p>]]>
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      <itunes:summary>Second Sunday of Lent&amp;nbsp;Sermon Series: 40 Days of Growth&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;Sermon: DenyScripture: Mark 8:31-38Lent continues&#8212;not just in the wilderness around us, but in the deeper wilderness within us. In Mark 8:31&#8211;38, Jesus speaks hard words to his disciples: deny yourself, take up your cross, and follow me.In a world that tells us to protect ourselves, promote ourselves, and put ourselves first, Jesus invites us into a different way. &#8220;Deny&#8221; isn&#8217;t about self-rejection&#8212;it&#8217;s about re-centering. It&#8217;s about loosening our grip on control, ego, and comfort so we can truly follow him.In this week&#8217;s message from our 40 Days of Growth series, we&#8217;ll explore what it means to let go in order to grow. Because sometimes the path to real life begins with surrender.Join us as we continue the Lenten journey together.Worship Schedule 8:45am: Contemporary Service10am: Sunday School11am: Traditional Service</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Episode 340: Temptation</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>First Sunday of Lent<br> Sermon Series: 40 Days of Growth <br> Sermon: Temptation</strong></p><p><strong>Scripture:</strong> <a href="https://trmethodist.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=1886fe23ebab9fdac7b2edb14&amp;id=61ff964f9c&amp;e=12a84247b0">Luke 4:1-13</a></p><p><br></p><p>Lent begins not in comfort, but in the wilderness. Before Jesus teaches, heals, or calls disciples, he is led into a place of testing. Hungry. Alone. Tempted. In Luke 4:1–13, we see that temptation isn’t just about dramatic choices—it’s about subtle compromises, shortcuts, and the quiet pull to trust ourselves instead of God.</p><p><br></p><p>In this Sunday’s sermon, <strong>“Temptation,”</strong> we begin our new series <em>40 Days of Growth</em> by exploring what it means to face the wilderness honestly. Jesus shows us that temptation often meets us at our weakest points—when we’re tired, anxious, or wanting quick relief. Yet he also shows us how to stand firm, grounded in God’s Word and God’s promises.</p><p><br></p><p>Join us as we begin the Lenten journey together, learning how even seasons of testing can become seasons of growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Worship Schedule</strong><em><br> </em>8:45am: Contemporary Service</p><p>10am: Sunday School</p><p>11am: Traditional Service</p>]]>
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      <itunes:summary>First Sunday of Lent&amp;nbsp;Sermon Series: 40 Days of Growth&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;Sermon: TemptationScripture: Luke 4:1-13Lent begins not in comfort, but in the wilderness. Before Jesus teaches, heals, or calls disciples, he is led into a place of testing. Hungry. Alone. Tempted. In Luke 4:1&#8211;13, we see that temptation isn&#8217;t just about dramatic choices&#8212;it&#8217;s about subtle compromises, shortcuts, and the quiet pull to trust ourselves instead of God.In this Sunday&#8217;s sermon, &#8220;Temptation,&#8221; we begin our new series 40 Days of Growth by exploring what it means to face the wilderness honestly. Jesus shows us that temptation often meets us at our weakest points&#8212;when we&#8217;re tired, anxious, or wanting quick relief. Yet he also shows us how to stand firm, grounded in God&#8217;s Word and God&#8217;s promises.Join us as we begin the Lenten journey together, learning how even seasons of testing can become seasons of growth.Worship Schedule 8:45am: Contemporary Service10am: Sunday School11am: Traditional Service</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>We begin the season of Lent with our Ash Wednesday Worship Service. This meaningful service invites us into a time of reflection, repentance, and renewal as we remember our need for God’s grace and mercy.</p>]]>
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      <title>Episode 338: Open Mouth Insert Foot</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>Transfiguration Sunday<br> Sermon:</strong> Open Mouth, Insert Foot</p><p><strong>Scripture:</strong> <a href="https://trmethodist.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=1886fe23ebab9fdac7b2edb14&amp;id=6b803fa7bc&amp;e=12a84247b0">Matthew 17:1-9</a></p><p><br></p><p>Life doesn’t just overwhelm us with busy schedules—it also trips us up in what we say and how quickly we react. We speak before we think, rush to explain, and try to manage holy moments with our own words. In Matthew 17:1–9, Peter does exactly that on the mountaintop, blurting out a response in the middle of God’s glory. And honestly? We’ve all been there.</p><p><br></p><p>In this Sunday’s sermon, <strong>“Open Mouth, Insert Foot,”</strong> we’ll explore this powerful moment of the Transfiguration and what it teaches us about listening, humility, and letting God be God. When the disciples want to <em>do</em> something, God invites them simply to <em>listen</em> to Jesus. Join us as we reflect on how often our words get ahead of our faith—and how Christ gently calls us to quiet our voices, open our hearts, and pay attention to what truly matters.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Worship Schedule</strong><em><br> </em>8:45am: Contemporary Service</p><p>10am: Sunday School</p><p>11am: Traditional Service</p>]]>
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      <itunes:summary>Transfiguration Sunday&amp;nbsp;Sermon: Open Mouth, Insert FootScripture: Matthew 17:1-9Life doesn&#8217;t just overwhelm us with busy schedules&#8212;it also trips us up in what we say and how quickly we react. We speak before we think, rush to explain, and try to manage holy moments with our own words. In Matthew 17:1&#8211;9, Peter does exactly that on the mountaintop, blurting out a response in the middle of God&#8217;s glory. And honestly? We&#8217;ve all been there.In this Sunday&#8217;s sermon, &#8220;Open Mouth, Insert Foot,&#8221; we&#8217;ll explore this powerful moment of the Transfiguration and what it teaches us about listening, humility, and letting God be God. When the disciples want to do something, God invites them simply to listen to Jesus. Join us as we reflect on how often our words get ahead of our faith&#8212;and how Christ gently calls us to quiet our voices, open our hearts, and pay attention to what truly matters.Worship Schedule 8:45am: Contemporary Service10am: Sunday School11am: Traditional Service</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Episode 337: Balance by Lightening Your Load</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>5th Sunday after the Epiphany</strong></p><p><strong>Sermon Series: </strong>Finding Balance for our Chaotic Lives <strong><br> Sermon:</strong> Balance by Lightening your Load</p><p><strong>Scripture:</strong> <a href="https://trmethodist.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=1886fe23ebab9fdac7b2edb14&amp;id=063cfae516&amp;e=12a84247b0">Matthew 11:25-30</a></p><p><br></p><p>Life often feels like a balancing act — work, family, commitments, expectations, and the constant hum of “what’s next?” Jesus speaks directly into that struggle in Matthew 11:25-30, inviting us to bring the weight of our weary hearts to Him. In a world that prizes doing more and carrying our burdens alone, Jesus offers something radically different: rest, ease for our souls, and a way of life that lightens our load.</p><p><br></p><p>This Sunday we’ll explore what it looks like to find <strong>true balance</strong> — not by juggling better, but by <strong>leaning into the gentle and humble heart of Christ</strong>. Join us as we discover how Jesus calls us to exchange our heavy yokes for His softness and strength, and learn what it means to walk in freedom, rest, and renewed balance.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Worship Schedule</strong><em><br> </em>8:45am: Contemporary Service</p><p>10am: Sunday School</p><p>11am: Traditional Service</p>]]>
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      <itunes:summary>5th Sunday after the EpiphanySermon Series: Finding Balance for our Chaotic Lives &amp;nbsp;Sermon: Balance by Lightening your LoadScripture: Matthew 11:25-30Life often feels like a balancing act &#8212; work, family, commitments, expectations, and the constant hum of &#8220;what&#8217;s next?&#8221; Jesus speaks directly into that struggle in Matthew 11:25-30, inviting us to bring the weight of our weary hearts to Him. In a world that prizes doing more and carrying our burdens alone, Jesus offers something radically different: rest, ease for our souls, and a way of life that lightens our load.This Sunday we&#8217;ll explore what it looks like to find true balance &#8212; not by juggling better, but by leaning into the gentle and humble heart of Christ. Join us as we discover how Jesus calls us to exchange our heavy yokes for His softness and strength, and learn what it means to walk in freedom, rest, and renewed balance.Worship Schedule 8:45am: Contemporary Service10am: Sunday School11am: Traditional Service</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>2nd Sunday after the Epiphany</strong></p><p><strong>Sermon Series: </strong>Finding Balance for our Chaotic Lives <strong><br> Sermon:</strong> Balance, Not Stress</p><p><strong>Scripture:</strong> <a href="https://trmethodist.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=1886fe23ebab9fdac7b2edb14&amp;id=377df68667&amp;e=12a84247b0">Psalm 56:2-13</a></p><p><br></p><p>As we move deeper into the season of Epiphany, this Sunday invites us to reflect on how God meets us in the midst of everyday life—especially when life feels pressured, crowded, and stressful. In a world that rarely slows down, faith calls us to a different way of living, one rooted in trust rather than fear.</p><p><br></p><p>In the sermon <strong>“Balance, Not Stress,”</strong> we will turn to <strong>Psalm 56</strong>, a prayer spoken from a place of anxiety and uncertainty. The psalmist does not deny fear but brings it honestly before God, discovering that balance is found not in the absence of trouble, but in placing our lives in God’s steady hands. <em>“When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.”</em></p><p><br></p><p>As we continue the series <strong>Finding Balance for Our Chaotic Lives</strong>, this Sunday reminds us that balance does not come from managing everything perfectly. It comes from choosing trust over panic, prayer over pressure, and remembering that God walks with us—even in the moments when stress feels overwhelming.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Worship Schedule</strong><em><br> </em>8:45am: Contemporary Service</p><p>10am: Sunday School</p><p>11am: Traditional Service</p>]]>
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      <itunes:summary>2nd Sunday after the EpiphanySermon Series: Finding Balance for our Chaotic Lives &amp;nbsp;Sermon: Balance, Not StressScripture: Psalm 56:2-13As we move deeper into the season of Epiphany, this Sunday invites us to reflect on how God meets us in the midst of everyday life&#8212;especially when life feels pressured, crowded, and stressful. In a world that rarely slows down, faith calls us to a different way of living, one rooted in trust rather than fear.In the sermon &#8220;Balance, Not Stress,&#8221; we will turn to Psalm 56, a prayer spoken from a place of anxiety and uncertainty. The psalmist does not deny fear but brings it honestly before God, discovering that balance is found not in the absence of trouble, but in placing our lives in God&#8217;s steady hands. &#8220;When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.&#8221;As we continue the series Finding Balance for Our Chaotic Lives, this Sunday reminds us that balance does not come from managing everything perfectly. It comes from choosing trust over panic, prayer over pressure, and remembering that God walks with us&#8212;even in the moments when stress feels overwhelming.Worship Schedule 8:45am: Contemporary Service10am: Sunday School11am: Traditional Service</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>Baptism of the Lord Sunday</strong></p><p><strong>Sermon Series: </strong>Finding Balance for our Chaotic Lives <strong><br> Sermon:</strong> Balance from Water<br> <strong>Scripture:</strong> <a href="https://trmethodist.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=1886fe23ebab9fdac7b2edb14&amp;id=a31a1bd190&amp;e=12a84247b0">Mark 1:4-13</a></p><p><br></p><p>As we move from the celebration of Christmas into the beginning of Jesus’ public ministry, Baptism of the Lord Sunday invites us to the waters of renewal and identity. In a world that often feels overwhelming and unsteady, baptism reminds us where our truest balance begins—not in what we do, but in who we are.</p><p><br></p><p>In the sermon <em>“Balance from Water,”</em> we will reflect on Jesus’ baptism in the Jordan and the powerful moment when heaven opens, the Spirit descends, and Jesus is named God’s beloved Son. Before Jesus teaches, heals, or serves, he is grounded in love and called good. That same promise meets us in the waters of baptism.</p><p><br></p><p>As we begin the series <em>Finding Balance for Our Chaotic Lives</em>, this Sunday invites us to remember that balance is not about perfection or control, but about returning—again and again—to the grace that claims us, names us, and sends us forward.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Worship Schedule</strong><em><br> </em>8:45am: Contemporary Service</p><p>10am: Sunday School</p><p>11am: Traditional Service</p>]]>
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      <itunes:summary>Baptism of the Lord SundaySermon Series: Finding Balance for our Chaotic Lives &amp;nbsp;Sermon: Balance from Water Scripture: Mark 1:4-13As we move from the celebration of Christmas into the beginning of Jesus&#8217; public ministry, Baptism of the Lord Sunday invites us to the waters of renewal and identity. In a world that often feels overwhelming and unsteady, baptism reminds us where our truest balance begins&#8212;not in what we do, but in who we are.In the sermon &#8220;Balance from Water,&#8221; we will reflect on Jesus&#8217; baptism in the Jordan and the powerful moment when heaven opens, the Spirit descends, and Jesus is named God&#8217;s beloved Son. Before Jesus teaches, heals, or serves, he is grounded in love and called good. That same promise meets us in the waters of baptism.As we begin the series Finding Balance for Our Chaotic Lives, this Sunday invites us to remember that balance is not about perfection or control, but about returning&#8212;again and again&#8212;to the grace that claims us, names us, and sends us forward.Worship Schedule 8:45am: Contemporary Service10am: Sunday School11am: Traditional Service</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>Epiphany Sunday</strong><br> <strong>January 4, 2026</strong></p><p><strong>Sermon:</strong> Star Light, Star Bright<strong><br> Scripture:</strong> <a href="https://trmethodist.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=1886fe23ebab9fdac7b2edb14&amp;id=cd0b3fb470&amp;e=12a84247b0">Matthew 2:1–12</a></p><p><br></p><p>As the glow of Christmas gives way to the brilliance of Epiphany, we gather this Sunday to reflect on the guiding star that led the Magi to Christ. In <strong>“Star Light, Star Bright,”</strong> we explore Matthew 2:1–12 and the faithful journey of the Three Kings—travelers who followed the light, trusted God’s leading, and discovered hope revealed to the world.</p><p><br></p><p>Epiphany reminds us that Christ’s light is not meant to be admired from afar, but followed with courage and joy. As we conclude this season, we are invited to consider where God’s light is leading us now and how we might carry that light into the year ahead.</p><p><br></p><p>Join us for worship as we celebrate Christ revealed to all nations and recommit ourselves to walking in His light. We are also returning to our <strong>normal worship schedule</strong> this Sunday and look forward to worshiping together.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>WORSHIP SERVICES:</strong><br> 8:45 AM – Contemporary Worship</p><p>9:45–10:30 AM - Sunday School<br> 11:00 AM – Traditional Worship</p>]]>
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      <itunes:summary>Epiphany Sunday January 4, 2026Sermon: Star Light, Star Bright Scripture: Matthew 2:1&#8211;12As the glow of Christmas gives way to the brilliance of Epiphany, we gather this Sunday to reflect on the guiding star that led the Magi to Christ. In &#8220;Star Light, Star Bright,&#8221; we explore Matthew 2:1&#8211;12 and the faithful journey of the Three Kings&#8212;travelers who followed the light, trusted God&#8217;s leading, and discovered hope revealed to the world.Epiphany reminds us that Christ&#8217;s light is not meant to be admired from afar, but followed with courage and joy. As we conclude this season, we are invited to consider where God&#8217;s light is leading us now and how we might carry that light into the year ahead.Join us for worship as we celebrate Christ revealed to all nations and recommit ourselves to walking in His light. We are also returning to our normal worship schedule this Sunday and look forward to worshiping together.WORSHIP SERVICES: 8:45 AM &#8211; Contemporary Worship9:45&#8211;10:30 AM - Sunday School&amp;nbsp;11:00 AM &#8211; Traditional Worship</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>Communion &amp; Candlelight Christmas Eve Service</strong><br> <strong>December 24, 2025, 3pm, 5pm</strong></p><p><strong>Sermon:</strong> What Gift Will You Give Jesus?<strong><br> Scripture:</strong> <a href="https://trmethodist.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=1886fe23ebab9fdac7b2edb14&amp;id=a53bfbfcdd&amp;e=12a84247b0">Luke 2: 1-20</a>, <a href="https://trmethodist.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=1886fe23ebab9fdac7b2edb14&amp;id=f8ddf11504&amp;e=12a84247b0">Matthew 2:1-12</a></p><p><br></p><p>After weeks of watching and waiting for the light, Christmas Eve invites us to step fully into its glow. On <strong>December 24</strong>, we gather for our <strong>Communion &amp; Candlelight Christmas Eve Service</strong> as we celebrate the birth of Christ—the Light who has come into the world.</p><p><br></p><p>In the sermon, <strong>“What Gift Will You Give Jesus?”</strong>, we will reflect on the familiar yet holy story from <strong>Luke 2:1–20 and Matthew 2:1–12</strong>, listening again for how God meets ordinary people—shepherds and wise ones alike—and invites each of us to respond. Their gifts were acts of worship, trust, and devotion, reminding us that the truest gifts we bring are our hearts, our lives, and our willingness to follow.</p><p><br></p><p>As candles are lit and communion is shared, we will remember that Christ’s light is not only something we receive, but something we carry into the world.</p><p><br></p><p>Join us on Christmas Eve as we worship, wonder, and ask anew: <em>What gift will you give Jesus?</em> </p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>A Longest Night service, often referred to as a Blue Christmas service, typically occurs on</p><p>December 21, the longest night of the year (the winter solstice). It is traditionally a</p><p>contemplative worship service designed to honor grief and provide comfort during the</p><p>holiday season. Whether the worshipper has experienced loss of a loved one, loss of a way of</p><p>life, or is there to support others, the service recognizes the grief experienced and celebrates</p><p>the hope and light of Christ.</p>]]>
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      <itunes:summary>A Longest Night service, often referred to as a Blue Christmas service, typically occurs onDecember 21, the longest night of the year (the winter solstice). It is traditionally acontemplative worship service designed to honor grief and provide comfort during theholiday season. Whether the worshipper has experienced loss of a loved one, loss of a way oflife, or is there to support others, the service recognizes the grief experienced and celebratesthe hope and light of Christ.</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Episode 331: Flashes of Light</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>4th Sunday of Advent</strong><br> <strong>December 21, 2025</strong></p><p><strong>Sermon Series: </strong>The Lights of the Season</p><p><strong>Sermon:</strong> Flashes of Light <strong><br> Scripture:</strong> <a href="https://trmethodist.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=1886fe23ebab9fdac7b2edb14&amp;id=dbe8cd568b&amp;e=12a84247b0">John 1:1-14</a></p><p><br></p><p>What does it look like to notice God’s light when it comes in brief, brilliant flashes—moments that interrupt the darkness and remind us of hope? This Sunday, we continue <strong>The Lights of the Season</strong> with <strong>Flashes of Light</strong>, drawn from <strong>John 1:1–14</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p>John’s words remind us that Christ is the true Light—present from the very beginning—shining in the darkness, even when the darkness does not understand it. Sometimes that light arrives quietly, sometimes suddenly, but always with power to reveal, restore, and renew.</p><p><br></p><p>Like a flash that catches our attention, Advent invites us to stay alert—to watch for the ways God’s light breaks into our lives in unexpected moments of grace, truth, and love.</p><p><br></p><p>As you prepare for worship, consider:</p><p><br></p><p>Where have you seen flashes of God’s light in the midst of darkness?<br><br></p><p>What might God be revealing to you through Christ, the true Light?</p><p><br></p><p>How are you being called to reflect that light to others this Advent season?</p><p><br></p><p>Join us this Sunday as we look for the light that shines in the darkness—and discover the hope it brings.</p><p><br></p><p>Advent Sunday Worship Schedule</p><p><strong>9:45–10:30 AM</strong> · Sunday School <br> <strong>10:45–11:00 AM</strong> · Carols &amp; Hymns<br> <strong>11:00 AM</strong> · <em>ONE Service for Advent</em></p>]]>
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      <itunes:summary>4th Sunday of Advent December 21, 2025Sermon Series: The Lights of the SeasonSermon: Flashes of Light &amp;nbsp;Scripture: John 1:1-14What does it look like to notice God&#8217;s light when it comes in brief, brilliant flashes&#8212;moments that interrupt the darkness and remind us of hope? This Sunday, we continue The Lights of the Season with Flashes of Light, drawn from John 1:1&#8211;14.John&#8217;s words remind us that Christ is the true Light&#8212;present from the very beginning&#8212;shining in the darkness, even when the darkness does not understand it. Sometimes that light arrives quietly, sometimes suddenly, but always with power to reveal, restore, and renew.Like a flash that catches our attention, Advent invites us to stay alert&#8212;to watch for the ways God&#8217;s light breaks into our lives in unexpected moments of grace, truth, and love.As you prepare for worship, consider:Where have you seen flashes of God&#8217;s light in the midst of darkness?What might God be revealing to you through Christ, the true Light?How are you being called to reflect that light to others this Advent season?Join us this Sunday as we look for the light that shines in the darkness&#8212;and discover the hope it brings.Advent Sunday Worship Schedule9:45&#8211;10:30 AM &#183; Sunday School  10:45&#8211;11:00 AM &#183; Carols &amp;amp; Hymns 11:00 AM &#183; ONE Service for Advent</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Episode 330: Turning Lights On</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>3rd Sunday of Advent</strong><br> <strong>December 14, 2025</strong></p><p><strong>Sermon Series: </strong>The Lights of the Season</p><p><strong>Sermon:</strong> Turning Lights On<strong><br> Scripture:</strong> <a href="https://trmethodist.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=1886fe23ebab9fdac7b2edb14&amp;id=eeaea4e5d6&amp;e=12a84247b0">Luke 1:26-38</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>What does it look like to let God’s light break in—fully, boldly, and right where we are? This Sunday, we continue <strong>The Lights of the Season</strong> with <strong>Turning Lights On</strong> from Luke 1:26–38, as Mary receives the astonishing news that she will carry the Savior of the world. Her courageous “yes” becomes the moment God’s light begins to shine in a whole new way.</p><p><br></p><p>Just as flipping on a light changes everything in an instant, Advent reminds us that God’s presence often meets us unexpectedly—calling us to trust, to believe, and to step forward with faith even when the path isn’t fully clear.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>As you prepare for worship, consider:</p><p><br></p><p> Where might God be asking you to say “yes” in this season?</p><p> What new light could God be turning on in your life?<br>  How is Christ’s presence illuminating your waiting and your hope?</p><p><br></p><p>Join us for the <strong>Third Sunday of Advent</strong> as we open ourselves to God’s surprising, hope-filled light.</p><p><br></p><p>Advent Sunday Worship Schedule</p><p><strong>9:45–10:30 AM</strong> · Sunday School <br> <strong>10:45–11:00 AM</strong> · Carols &amp; Hymns<br> <strong>11:00 AM</strong> · <em>ONE Service for Advent</em></p>]]>
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      <itunes:summary>3rd Sunday of Advent December 14, 2025Sermon Series: The Lights of the SeasonSermon: Turning Lights On Scripture: Luke 1:26-38What does it look like to let God&#8217;s light break in&#8212;fully, boldly, and right where we are? This Sunday, we continue The Lights of the Season with Turning Lights On from Luke 1:26&#8211;38, as Mary receives the astonishing news that she will carry the Savior of the world. Her courageous &#8220;yes&#8221; becomes the moment God&#8217;s light begins to shine in a whole new way.Just as flipping on a light changes everything in an instant, Advent reminds us that God&#8217;s presence often meets us unexpectedly&#8212;calling us to trust, to believe, and to step forward with faith even when the path isn&#8217;t fully clear.As you prepare for worship, consider:&amp;nbsp;Where might God be asking you to say &#8220;yes&#8221; in this season?&amp;nbsp;What new light could God be turning on in your life?&amp;nbsp; How is Christ&#8217;s presence illuminating your waiting and your hope?Join us for the Third Sunday of Advent as we open ourselves to God&#8217;s surprising, hope-filled light.Advent Sunday Worship Schedule9:45&#8211;10:30 AM &#183; Sunday School  10:45&#8211;11:00 AM &#183; Carols &amp;amp; Hymns 11:00 AM &#183; ONE Service for Advent</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>2nd Sunday of Advent</strong><br> <strong>December 7, 2025</strong></p><p><strong>Sermon Series: </strong>The Lights of the Season</p><p><strong>Sermon:</strong> Hanging Lights<strong><br> Scripture:</strong> <a href="https://trmethodist.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=1886fe23ebab9fdac7b2edb14&amp;id=47836c0d74&amp;e=12a84247b0">Luke 3:2-20</a></p><p><br></p><p>What does it take to prepare the way—not just with decorations and to-do lists, but within our own hearts? This Sunday, we continue <strong>The Lights of the Season</strong> with <strong>Hanging Lights</strong> from Luke 3:2–20, where John the Baptist calls God’s people to turn, reset, and ready themselves for the Light that is coming.</p><p><br></p><p>Just as hanging lights takes intention, care, and a bit of rearranging, Advent invites us to look honestly at our lives and make space for Christ’s transforming work. John’s bold message reminds us that preparation isn’t passive—it’s active, courageous, and full of hope.</p><p><br></p><p>As you prepare for worship, take a moment to reflect:</p><p><br></p><p>What in your life needs “rearranging” so Christ’s light can shine more fully?<br><br></p><p>How is God calling you to prepare the way in your daily rhythms and relationships?<br><br></p><p> What new brightness might God be ready to hang in your life this Advent?</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Join us for the <strong>Second Sunday of Advent</strong> as we continue walking this sacred season—expectant, hopeful, and ready to shine.</p><p><br></p><p>Advent Sunday Worship Schedule</p><p><strong>9:45–10:30 AM</strong> · Sunday School <br> <strong>10:45–11:00 AM</strong> · Carols &amp; Hymns<br> <strong>11:00 AM</strong> · <em>ONE Service for Advent</em></p>]]>
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      <itunes:summary>2nd Sunday of Advent December 7, 2025Sermon Series: The Lights of the SeasonSermon: Hanging Lights Scripture: Luke 3:2-20What does it take to prepare the way&#8212;not just with decorations and to-do lists, but within our own hearts? This Sunday, we continue The Lights of the Season with Hanging Lights from Luke 3:2&#8211;20, where John the Baptist calls God&#8217;s people to turn, reset, and ready themselves for the Light that is coming.Just as hanging lights takes intention, care, and a bit of rearranging, Advent invites us to look honestly at our lives and make space for Christ&#8217;s transforming work. John&#8217;s bold message reminds us that preparation isn&#8217;t passive&#8212;it&#8217;s active, courageous, and full of hope.As you prepare for worship, take a moment to reflect:What in your life needs &#8220;rearranging&#8221; so Christ&#8217;s light can shine more fully?How is God calling you to prepare the way in your daily rhythms and relationships?&amp;nbsp;What new brightness might God be ready to hang in your life this Advent?Join us for the Second Sunday of Advent as we continue walking this sacred season&#8212;expectant, hopeful, and ready to shine.Advent Sunday Worship Schedule9:45&#8211;10:30 AM &#183; Sunday School  10:45&#8211;11:00 AM &#183; Carols &amp;amp; Hymns 11:00 AM &#183; ONE Service for Advent</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>1st Sunday of Advent</strong><br> <strong>November 30, 2025</strong></p><p><strong>Sermon Series: </strong>The Lights of the Season</p><p><strong>Sermon: </strong>The Yellow Lights of Advent</p><p><strong>Scripture:</strong> <a href="https://trmethodist.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=1886fe23ebab9fdac7b2edb14&amp;id=59f0e353c0&amp;e=12a84247b0">John 1:1-14</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>What does it mean to wait well — to slow down, notice God’s presence, and make room for Christ to shine in the midst of a busy world? This Sunday, we begin <strong>The Lights of the Season</strong>, our Advent sermon series, with <strong>The Yellow Lights of Advent</strong> from <em>John 1:1–14</em>. Like a caution light that causes us to pause, Advent invites us to breathe, reflect, and prepare our hearts for the coming of Jesus, the Light of the World.</p><p><br></p><p>As you prepare for worship, take a moment to reflect:</p><p><br></p><p> Where in your life is God inviting you to slow down and pay attention?<br><br></p><p> How might a “yellow light” moment deepen your faith in this season of anticipation?<br><br></p><p> Where do you see the Light of Christ breaking through your everyday rhythms?</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Join us for the first Sunday of Advent as we step into this sacred season with expectancy, hope, and holy pause.</p><p><br></p><p>Advent Sunday Worship Schedule</p><p><strong>9:45–10:30 AM</strong> · Sunday School <br> <strong>10:45–11:00 AM</strong> · Carols &amp; Hymns<br> <strong>11:00 AM</strong> · <em>ONE Service for Advent</em></p>]]>
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      <itunes:summary>1st Sunday of Advent November 30, 2025Sermon Series: The Lights of the SeasonSermon: The Yellow Lights of AdventScripture: John 1:1-14What does it mean to wait well &#8212; to slow down, notice God&#8217;s presence, and make room for Christ to shine in the midst of a busy world? This Sunday, we begin The Lights of the Season, our Advent sermon series, with The Yellow Lights of Advent from John 1:1&#8211;14. Like a caution light that causes us to pause, Advent invites us to breathe, reflect, and prepare our hearts for the coming of Jesus, the Light of the World.As you prepare for worship, take a moment to reflect:&amp;nbsp;Where in your life is God inviting you to slow down and pay attention?&amp;nbsp;How might a &#8220;yellow light&#8221; moment deepen your faith in this season of anticipation?&amp;nbsp;Where do you see the Light of Christ breaking through your everyday rhythms?Join us for the first Sunday of Advent as we step into this sacred season with expectancy, hope, and holy pause.Advent Sunday Worship Schedule9:45&#8211;10:30 AM &#183; Sunday School  10:45&#8211;11:00 AM &#183; Carols &amp;amp; Hymns 11:00 AM &#183; ONE Service for Advent</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>Thanksgiving Sunday</strong><br> <strong>November 23, 2025</strong></p><p><strong>Sermon: </strong>The Rules of Thanksgiving</p><p><strong>Scripture:</strong> <a href="https://trmethodist.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=1886fe23ebab9fdac7b2edb14&amp;id=3ccd1616c0&amp;e=12a84247b0">Philippians 4:4-7</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>What does it really mean to live with a grateful heart—not just in a season of thanksgiving, but every day? This Sunday, we’re diving into <em>The Rules of Thanksgiving</em> through Paul’s encouraging words in <strong>Philippians 4:4–7</strong>. He reminds us that joy, prayer, and peace aren’t dependent on our circumstances—they’re practices that shape our lives in Christ.</p><p><br></p><p>As you prepare for worship, take a moment to reflect:</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>What does rejoicing in the Lord look like in your daily life?<br><br></p><p>How might prayer and gratitude reshape the way you handle worry or stress?<br><br></p><p>In what ways is God inviting you to experience His peace more deeply?</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Join us as we explore how thanksgiving is far more than a holiday—it’s a way of life rooted in God’s presence and promise</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Sunday</strong> <strong>Worship Schedule</strong></p><p> 8:45 AM – Contemporary Worship</p><p> 10:00 AM – Sunday School</p><p> 11:00 AM – Traditional Worship</p>]]>
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      <itunes:summary>Thanksgiving Sunday November 23, 2025Sermon: The Rules of ThanksgivingScripture: Philippians 4:4-7What does it really mean to live with a grateful heart&#8212;not just in a season of thanksgiving, but every day? This Sunday, we&#8217;re diving into The Rules of Thanksgiving through Paul&#8217;s encouraging words in Philippians 4:4&#8211;7. He reminds us that joy, prayer, and peace aren&#8217;t dependent on our circumstances&#8212;they&#8217;re practices that shape our lives in Christ.As you prepare for worship, take a moment to reflect:What does rejoicing in the Lord look like in your daily life?How might prayer and gratitude reshape the way you handle worry or stress?In what ways is God inviting you to experience His peace more deeply?Join us as we explore how thanksgiving is far more than a holiday&#8212;it&#8217;s a way of life rooted in God&#8217;s presence and promiseSunday Worship Schedule&amp;nbsp;8:45 AM &#8211; Contemporary Worship&amp;nbsp;10:00 AM &#8211; Sunday School&amp;nbsp;11:00 AM &#8211; Traditional Worship</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Episode 326: Our Membership Promise</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>23rd Sunday after Pentecost </strong><br> <strong>November 16, 2025</strong></p><p><strong>Sermon: </strong>Our Membership Promise</p><p><strong>Scripture:</strong> <a href="https://trmethodist.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=1886fe23ebab9fdac7b2edb14&amp;id=e30bf0b515&amp;e=12a84247b0">Romans 12:1-2</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>What does it really mean to belong—to God, to one another, to the Church? This week, we’ll explore <em>Our Membership Promise</em> through Paul’s words in Romans 12:1-2. He reminds us that true worship isn’t confined to a sanctuary—it’s found in offering our whole selves to God and allowing our lives to be transformed by His love.</p><p><br></p><p>As you prepare for worship, take time to reflect:</p><ul>
<li>What does a life of genuine commitment to God look like for you?</li>
<li>How might you live out your faith beyond Sunday morning?</li>
<li>In what ways is God calling you to be a living example of His grace?<br> <br><br>
</li>
</ul><p>Join us Sunday as we consider how being a member of Christ’s body is less about a name on a roll—and more about a life fully offered to God.</p>]]>
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      <itunes:summary>23rd Sunday after Pentecost &amp;nbsp;November 16, 2025Sermon: Our Membership PromiseScripture: Romans 12:1-2What does it really mean to belong&#8212;to God, to one another, to the Church? This week, we&#8217;ll explore Our Membership Promise through Paul&#8217;s words in Romans 12:1-2. He reminds us that true worship isn&#8217;t confined to a sanctuary&#8212;it&#8217;s found in offering our whole selves to God and allowing our lives to be transformed by His love.As you prepare for worship, take time to reflect:What does a life of genuine commitment to God look like for you?How might you live out your faith beyond Sunday morning?In what ways is God calling you to be a living example of His grace?&amp;nbsp;Join us Sunday as we consider how being a member of Christ&#8217;s body is less about a name on a roll&#8212;and more about a life fully offered to God.</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>22nd Sunday after Pentecost </strong><br> <strong>November 9, 2025</strong></p><p><strong>Sermon: </strong>What’s Your Motivation?</p><p><strong>Scripture:</strong> <a href="https://trmethodist.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=1886fe23ebab9fdac7b2edb14&amp;id=12120fb179&amp;e=12a84247b0">Mark 12:38-44</a></p><p><br></p><p>What drives your faith, your generosity, your daily choices? In this week’s passage from Mark, Jesus points to a humble widow whose quiet act of giving reveals a heart fully devoted to God. Her story invites us to look beyond appearances and ask what truly motivates us to give, serve, and live as disciples.</p><p><br></p><p>As you prepare for worship, take time to reflect:</p><ul>
<li>What motivates you to give—time, resources, or love?</li>
<li>How do your daily actions reflect your trust in God?</li>
<li>What might God be calling you to offer wholeheartedly this week?</li>
</ul><p><br></p><p>Come ready to explore what it means to live not for recognition, but from a place of genuine faith and love.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Sunday</strong> <strong>Worship Schedule</strong></p><p> 8:45 AM – Contemporary Worship</p><p> 10:00 AM – Sunday School</p><p> 11:00 AM – Traditional Worship</p>]]>
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      <itunes:summary>22nd Sunday after Pentecost &amp;nbsp;November 9, 2025Sermon: What&#8217;s Your Motivation?Scripture: Mark 12:38-44What drives your faith, your generosity, your daily choices? In this week&#8217;s passage from Mark, Jesus points to a humble widow whose quiet act of giving reveals a heart fully devoted to God. Her story invites us to look beyond appearances and ask what truly motivates us to give, serve, and live as disciples.As you prepare for worship, take time to reflect:What motivates you to give&#8212;time, resources, or love?How do your daily actions reflect your trust in God?What might God be calling you to offer wholeheartedly this week?Come ready to explore what it means to live not for recognition, but from a place of genuine faith and love.Sunday Worship Schedule&amp;nbsp;8:45 AM &#8211; Contemporary Worship&amp;nbsp;10:00 AM &#8211; Sunday School&amp;nbsp;11:00 AM &#8211; Traditional Worship</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Episode 324: What's a Saint to Do?</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>21st Sunday after Pentecost </strong><br> <strong>November 2, 2025</strong></p><p><strong>Sermon: </strong>What's a Saint to Do?</p><p><strong>Scripture:</strong> <a href="https://trmethodist.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=1886fe23ebab9fdac7b2edb14&amp;id=bb22c31b03&amp;e=12a84247b0">2 Thessalonians 1:1-4, 11-12</a></p><p><br></p><p>All Saints Sunday is a time to remember and give thanks for the faithful who have gone before us—the saints who have shaped our faith and shown us what it means to live for Christ. In Paul’s words to the Thessalonians, we’re reminded that God calls each of us to live lives worthy of His calling, strengthened by grace and love in action.</p><p><br></p><p>As you prepare for worship, reflect on these questions:</p><ul>
<li>Who are the saints—past and present—who have influenced your faith?</li>
<li>How might God be calling you to continue their legacy of faith, hope, and love?</li>
<li>What does it look like to live as a “saint” today?<br> <br><br>
</li>
</ul><p>Come ready to remember, give thanks, and be inspired to live faithfully in the footsteps of those who came before us.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Sunday</strong> <strong>Worship Schedule</strong></p><p> 8:45 AM – Contemporary Worship</p><p> 10:00 AM – Sunday School</p><p> 11:00 AM – Traditional Worship</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>20th Sunday after Pentecost</strong><br> <strong>October 26, 2025</strong></p><p><strong>Sermon Series: </strong>Who's Your Neighbor?</p><p><strong>Sermon: </strong>How to be a Neighbor</p><p><strong>Scripture:</strong> <a href="https://trmethodist.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=1886fe23ebab9fdac7b2edb14&amp;id=caed7d0e24&amp;e=12a84247b0">Luke 10:25-37</a></p><p><br></p><p>This Sunday we continue our series, <em>Who’s Your Neighbor?</em></p><p><br></p><p>This week’s message, <em>“How to Be a Neighbor,”</em> comes from Luke 10:25–37—the parable of the Good Samaritan.</p><p><br></p><p>In this well-known story, Jesus challenges us to expand our understanding of what it means to love our neighbor. Being a neighbor isn’t just about who lives nearby—it’s about showing mercy, compassion, and action wherever there is need.</p><p><br></p><p>As you prepare for worship, reflect on these questions:</p><ul>
<li>What does Jesus’ story of the Good Samaritan teach us about love in action?</li>
<li>How might God be calling you to cross boundaries or step out of your comfort zone to care for someone in need?</li>
<li>Where might you find opportunities this week to <em>be</em> a neighbor?</li>
</ul><p><br></p><p>Come ready to open your heart and hands to the kind of love Jesus calls us to live out every day.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Sunday</strong> <strong>Worship Schedule</strong></p><p> 8:45 AM – Contemporary Worship</p><p> 10:00 AM – Sunday School</p><p> 11:00 AM – Traditional Worship</p>]]>
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      <itunes:summary>20th Sunday after Pentecost October 26, 2025Sermon Series: Who's Your Neighbor?Sermon: How to be a NeighborScripture: Luke 10:25-37This Sunday we continue our series, Who&#8217;s Your Neighbor?This week&#8217;s message, &#8220;How to Be a Neighbor,&#8221; comes from Luke 10:25&#8211;37&#8212;the parable of the Good Samaritan.In this well-known story, Jesus challenges us to expand our understanding of what it means to love our neighbor. Being a neighbor isn&#8217;t just about who lives nearby&#8212;it&#8217;s about showing mercy, compassion, and action wherever there is need.As you prepare for worship, reflect on these questions:What does Jesus&#8217; story of the Good Samaritan teach us about love in action?How might God be calling you to cross boundaries or step out of your comfort zone to care for someone in need?Where might you find opportunities this week to be a neighbor?Come ready to open your heart and hands to the kind of love Jesus calls us to live out every day.Sunday Worship Schedule&amp;nbsp;8:45 AM &#8211; Contemporary Worship&amp;nbsp;10:00 AM &#8211; Sunday School&amp;nbsp;11:00 AM &#8211; Traditional Worship</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Episode 322: Your Neighbor is Right Beside You</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>19th Sunday after Pentecost</strong><br> <strong>October 19, 2025</strong></p><p><strong>Sermon Series: </strong>Who's Your Neighbor?</p><p><strong>Sermon: </strong>Your Neighbor is Right Beside You.</p><p><strong>Scripture:</strong> <a href="https://trmethodist.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=1886fe23ebab9fdac7b2edb14&amp;id=702abc7cba&amp;e=12a84247b0">1 Corinthians 12:12-27</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>This Sunday we continue our series, <strong>Who’s Your Neighbor?</strong></p><p><br></p><p>This week’s message, <strong>“Your Neighbor Is Right Beside You,”</strong> comes from the scripture <strong>1 Corinthians 12:12–27</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p>In this passage, Paul reminds us that we are all part of one body in Christ—each connected, each essential. Loving our neighbors begins right where we are: with the people beside us in our church, community, and daily lives.</p><p><br></p><p>As you prepare for worship, reflect on these questions:</p><ul>
<li>Who are the “neighbors” God has placed right beside you?</li>
<li>How might God be calling you to strengthen the body of Christ through love and service?</li>
<li>What gifts has God given you to build up the community of faith?</li>
</ul><p><br></p><p>Come ready to grow in love for the neighbors God has placed in your midst.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Sunday</strong> <strong>Worship Schedule</strong></p><p> 8:45 AM – Contemporary Worship</p><p> 10:00 AM – Sunday School</p><p> 11:00 AM – Traditional Worship</p>]]>
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      <itunes:summary>19th Sunday after Pentecost October 19, 2025Sermon Series: Who's Your Neighbor?Sermon: Your Neighbor is Right Beside You.Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27This Sunday we continue our series, Who&#8217;s Your Neighbor?This week&#8217;s message, &#8220;Your Neighbor Is Right Beside You,&#8221; comes from the scripture 1 Corinthians 12:12&#8211;27.In this passage, Paul reminds us that we are all part of one body in Christ&#8212;each connected, each essential. Loving our neighbors begins right where we are: with the people beside us in our church, community, and daily lives.As you prepare for worship, reflect on these questions:Who are the &#8220;neighbors&#8221; God has placed right beside you?How might God be calling you to strengthen the body of Christ through love and service?What gifts has God given you to build up the community of faith?Come ready to grow in love for the neighbors God has placed in your midst.Sunday Worship Schedule&amp;nbsp;8:45 AM &#8211; Contemporary Worship&amp;nbsp;10:00 AM &#8211; Sunday School&amp;nbsp;11:00 AM &#8211; Traditional Worship</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Episode 321: Won't You Be My Neighbor?</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>18th Sunday after Pentecost</strong><br> <strong>October 12, 2025</strong></p><p><strong>Sermon Series: </strong>Who's Your Neighbor?</p><p><strong>Sermon: </strong>Won’t You Be My Neighbor?</p><p><strong>Scripture:</strong> <a href="https://trmethodist.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=1886fe23ebab9fdac7b2edb14&amp;id=44876db96e&amp;e=12a84247b0">Luke 10:25-37</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Through the familiar story of the Good Samaritan, we’ll explore what it truly means to love our neighbors—not just in words, but in action. Jesus calls us to expand our understanding of “neighbor,” breaking down barriers and living with compassion that reflects His love.</p><p><br></p><p>As you prepare for worship, reflect on these questions:</p><ul>
<li>Who are the “neighbors” God has placed in your path lately?</li>
<li>What might it look like to love them the way Jesus does?</li>
<li>How can our church embody neighborly love in our community?<br> <br><br>
</li>
</ul><p>Come ready to begin this new series with us as we learn to see and love others the way Christ calls us to.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Sunday</strong> <strong>Worship Schedule</strong></p><p> 8:45 AM – Contemporary Worship</p><p> 10:00 AM – Sunday School</p><p> 11:00 AM – Traditional Worship</p>]]>
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      <itunes:summary>18th Sunday after Pentecost October 12, 2025Sermon Series: Who's Your Neighbor?Sermon: Won&#8217;t You Be My Neighbor?Scripture: Luke 10:25-37Through the familiar story of the Good Samaritan, we&#8217;ll explore what it truly means to love our neighbors&#8212;not just in words, but in action. Jesus calls us to expand our understanding of &#8220;neighbor,&#8221; breaking down barriers and living with compassion that reflects His love.As you prepare for worship, reflect on these questions:Who are the &#8220;neighbors&#8221; God has placed in your path lately?What might it look like to love them the way Jesus does?How can our church embody neighborly love in our community?&amp;nbsp;Come ready to begin this new series with us as we learn to see and love others the way Christ calls us to.Sunday Worship Schedule&amp;nbsp;8:45 AM &#8211; Contemporary Worship&amp;nbsp;10:00 AM &#8211; Sunday School&amp;nbsp;11:00 AM &#8211; Traditional Worship</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>18th Sunday after Pentecost October 12, 2025Sermon Series: Who's Your Neighbor?Sermon: Won&#8217;t You ...</itunes:subtitle>
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      <title>Episode 320: One BIG Family</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>17th Sunday after Pentecost</strong><br> <strong>October 5, 2025</strong></p><p><strong>Sermon: </strong>One BIG Family</p><p><strong>Scripture:</strong> <a href="https://trmethodist.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=1886fe23ebab9fdac7b2edb14&amp;id=7bbde9b0a9&amp;e=12a84247b0">1 Corinthians 12:24-27</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>This Sunday we celebrate <strong>World Communion Sunday</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p>This week’s message, <em>“One BIG Family,”</em> comes from <strong>1 Corinthians 12:24–27</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p>World Communion Sunday reminds us that we are part of one family in Christ—joined together across nations, cultures, and traditions. In worship, we’ll reflect on what it means to belong to the body of Christ and live as one big family.</p><p><br></p><p>As you prepare for worship, reflect on these questions:</p><ul>
<li>What does being part of God’s “one big family” mean to you?</li>
<li>How do you see the body of Christ at work in our church, our community, and around the world?</li>
<li>Where is God calling you to live out unity in love and service?</li>
</ul><p><br></p><p>Come ready to gather at the Lord’s Table with brothers and sisters across the globe, celebrating that we are one in Christ.</p>]]>
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      <itunes:summary>17th Sunday after Pentecost October 5, 2025Sermon: One BIG FamilyScripture: 1 Corinthians 12:24-27This Sunday we celebrate World Communion Sunday.This week&#8217;s message, &#8220;One BIG Family,&#8221; comes from 1 Corinthians 12:24&#8211;27.World Communion Sunday reminds us that we are part of one family in Christ&#8212;joined together across nations, cultures, and traditions. In worship, we&#8217;ll reflect on what it means to belong to the body of Christ and live as one big family.As you prepare for worship, reflect on these questions:What does being part of God&#8217;s &#8220;one big family&#8221; mean to you?How do you see the body of Christ at work in our church, our community, and around the world?Where is God calling you to live out unity in love and service?Come ready to gather at the Lord&#8217;s Table with brothers and sisters across the globe, celebrating that we are one in Christ.</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Episode 319: Wearing Masks - Part 2</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>16th Sunday after Pentecost</strong><br> <strong>September 28, 2025</strong></p><p><strong>Sermon Series: </strong>Fear</p><p><strong>Sermon: </strong>Wearing Masks</p><p><strong>Scripture:</strong> <a href="https://trmethodist.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=1886fe23ebab9fdac7b2edb14&amp;id=fdd6f403e9&amp;e=12a84247b0">Ephesians 2:4-10, 19-22</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>This Sunday we continue our series, </strong><strong><em>Fear</em></strong><strong>.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>This week’s message, <em>“Wearing Masks,”</em> comes from Ephesians 2:4–10, 19–22.</p><p><br></p><p>Fear often tempts us to hide behind masks—pretending to be someone we’re not, or covering up the parts of ourselves we think others won’t accept. But God, rich in mercy and love, reminds us of who we really are: His beloved, redeemed, and chosen people.</p><p><br></p><p>As you prepare for worship, reflect on these questions:</p><ul>
<li>What “masks” have you been wearing in your daily life?</li>
<li>How have those masks shaped your relationships with God and others?</li>
<li>What would it look like to rest in your true identity in Christ?<br> <br><br>
</li>
</ul><p>Come ready to lay down your masks before God—and to be reminded of His grace that makes us whole.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Sunday</strong> <strong>Worship Schedule</strong></p><p> 8:45 AM – Contemporary Worship</p><p> 10:00 AM – Sunday School</p><p> 11:00 AM – Traditional Worship</p>]]>
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      <itunes:summary>16th Sunday after Pentecost September 28, 2025Sermon Series: FearSermon: Wearing MasksScripture: Ephesians 2:4-10, 19-22This Sunday we continue our series, Fear.This week&#8217;s message, &#8220;Wearing Masks,&#8221; comes from Ephesians 2:4&#8211;10, 19&#8211;22.Fear often tempts us to hide behind masks&#8212;pretending to be someone we&#8217;re not, or covering up the parts of ourselves we think others won&#8217;t accept. But God, rich in mercy and love, reminds us of who we really are: His beloved, redeemed, and chosen people.As you prepare for worship, reflect on these questions:What &#8220;masks&#8221; have you been wearing in your daily life?How have those masks shaped your relationships with God and others?What would it look like to rest in your true identity in Christ?&amp;nbsp;Come ready to lay down your masks before God&#8212;and to be reminded of His grace that makes us whole.Sunday Worship Schedule&amp;nbsp;8:45 AM &#8211; Contemporary Worship&amp;nbsp;10:00 AM &#8211; Sunday School&amp;nbsp;11:00 AM &#8211; Traditional Worship</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>15th Sunday after Pentecost</strong><br> <strong>September 21, 2025</strong></p><p><strong>Sermon Series: </strong>Fear</p><p><strong>Sermon: </strong>Wearing Masks</p><p><strong>Scripture:</strong> <a href="https://trmethodist.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=1886fe23ebab9fdac7b2edb14&amp;id=ec2382378e&amp;e=12a84247b0">Ephesians 2:4-10, 19-22</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>This Sunday we continue our series, </strong><strong><em>Fear</em></strong><strong>.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>This week’s message, <em>“Wearing Masks,”</em> comes from Ephesians 2:4–10, 19–22.</p><p><br></p><p>Fear often tempts us to hide behind masks—pretending to be someone we’re not, or covering up the parts of ourselves we think others won’t accept. But God, rich in mercy and love, reminds us of who we really are: His beloved, redeemed, and chosen people.</p><p><br></p><p>As you prepare for worship, reflect on these questions:</p><ul>
<li>What “masks” have you been wearing in your daily life?</li>
<li>How have those masks shaped your relationships with God and others?</li>
<li>What would it look like to rest in your true identity in Christ?<br> <br><br>
</li>
</ul><p>Come ready to lay down your masks before God—and to be reminded of His grace that makes us whole.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Sunday</strong> <strong>Worship Schedule</strong></p><p> 8:45 AM – Contemporary Worship</p><p> 10:00 AM – Sunday School</p><p> 11:00 AM – Traditional Worship</p>]]>
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      <itunes:summary>15th Sunday after Pentecost September 21, 2025Sermon Series: FearSermon: Wearing MasksScripture: Ephesians 2:4-10, 19-22This Sunday we continue our series, Fear.This week&#8217;s message, &#8220;Wearing Masks,&#8221; comes from Ephesians 2:4&#8211;10, 19&#8211;22.Fear often tempts us to hide behind masks&#8212;pretending to be someone we&#8217;re not, or covering up the parts of ourselves we think others won&#8217;t accept. But God, rich in mercy and love, reminds us of who we really are: His beloved, redeemed, and chosen people.As you prepare for worship, reflect on these questions:What &#8220;masks&#8221; have you been wearing in your daily life?How have those masks shaped your relationships with God and others?What would it look like to rest in your true identity in Christ?&amp;nbsp;Come ready to lay down your masks before God&#8212;and to be reminded of His grace that makes us whole.Sunday Worship Schedule&amp;nbsp;8:45 AM &#8211; Contemporary Worship&amp;nbsp;10:00 AM &#8211; Sunday School&amp;nbsp;11:00 AM &#8211; Traditional Worship</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>14th Sunday after Pentecost</strong><br> <strong>September 14, 2025</strong></p><p><strong>Sermon: </strong>What Are You Afraid Of?</p><p><strong>Scripture:</strong> <a href="https://trmethodist.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=1886fe23ebab9fdac7b2edb14&amp;id=2b6f2d0ed5&amp;e=12a84247b0">Isaiah 43:1-3</a></p><p><br></p><p>This Sunday we begin a new series, <em>Fear</em>.</p><p><br></p><p>Fear is something we all know—whether it’s fear of failure, fear for our loved ones, fear of the unknown, or fear of not being enough. But scripture reminds us: <em>“Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine.”</em> (Isaiah 43:1)</p><p><br></p><p>In this first message, we’ll look at God’s promises in the midst of our fear and discover how His presence reshapes the way we face life’s challenges.</p><p><br></p><p>As you prepare for worship, take some time to reflect on these questions:</p><ul>
<li>What fears have been most present in your life lately?</li>
<li>How have those fears shaped your thoughts, words, or actions?</li>
<li>Where have you experienced God’s presence breaking through your fear?<br> <br><br>
</li>
</ul><p>Come ready to bring your honest fears before God—and to hear His words of comfort and strength.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Sunday</strong> <strong>Worship Schedule</strong></p><p> 8:45 AM – Contemporary Worship</p><p> 10:00 AM – Sunday School</p><p> 11:00 AM – Traditional Worship</p>]]>
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      <itunes:summary>14th Sunday after Pentecost September 14, 2025Sermon: What Are You Afraid Of?Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-3This Sunday we begin a new series, Fear.Fear is something we all know&#8212;whether it&#8217;s fear of failure, fear for our loved ones, fear of the unknown, or fear of not being enough. But scripture reminds us: &#8220;Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine.&#8221; (Isaiah 43:1)In this first message, we&#8217;ll look at God&#8217;s promises in the midst of our fear and discover how His presence reshapes the way we face life&#8217;s challenges.As you prepare for worship, take some time to reflect on these questions:What fears have been most present in your life lately?How have those fears shaped your thoughts, words, or actions?Where have you experienced God&#8217;s presence breaking through your fear?&amp;nbsp;Come ready to bring your honest fears before God&#8212;and to hear His words of comfort and strength.Sunday Worship Schedule&amp;nbsp;8:45 AM &#8211; Contemporary Worship&amp;nbsp;10:00 AM &#8211; Sunday School&amp;nbsp;11:00 AM &#8211; Traditional Worship</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Episode 316: What's the Sign?</title>
      <itunes:title>What's the Sign?</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>13th Sunday after Pentecost</strong><br> <strong>September 7, 2025</strong></p><p><strong>Sermon: </strong>Following Jesus: What’s the Sign?</p><p><strong>Scripture:</strong> <a href="https://trmethodist.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=1886fe23ebab9fdac7b2edb14&amp;id=4a576bfe60&amp;e=12a84247b0">Matthew 18:15-20</a></p><p><br></p><p>This week in our series <em>Following Jesus,</em> we’ll explore how Jesus calls us to live in community—working through conflict, seeking reconciliation, and recognizing His presence when we gather in His name.</p><p><br></p><p>As you prepare for worship, reflect on:</p><ul>
<li>Where do you most need reconciliation in your life?</li>
<li>How does Jesus’ promise to be present “where two or three are gathered” shape your faith?</li>
<li>What signs of His presence are you noticing this week?</li>
</ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p> <strong>We return to our regular schedule this Sunday!</strong><br><br></p><p> 8:45 AM – Contemporary Worship</p><p> 10:00 AM – Sunday School</p><p> 11:00 AM – Traditional Worship</p>]]>
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      <itunes:summary>13th Sunday after Pentecost September 7, 2025Sermon: Following Jesus: What&#8217;s the Sign?Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20This week in our series Following Jesus, we&#8217;ll explore how Jesus calls us to live in community&#8212;working through conflict, seeking reconciliation, and recognizing His presence when we gather in His name.As you prepare for worship, reflect on:Where do you most need reconciliation in your life?How does Jesus&#8217; promise to be present &#8220;where two or three are gathered&#8221; shape your faith?What signs of His presence are you noticing this week?&amp;nbsp;We return to our regular schedule this Sunday!&amp;nbsp;8:45 AM &#8211; Contemporary Worship&amp;nbsp;10:00 AM &#8211; Sunday School&amp;nbsp;11:00 AM &#8211; Traditional Worship</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Episode 315: Taking the Yoke</title>
      <itunes:title>Taking the Yoke</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episode>315</itunes:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>11th Sunday after Pentecost</strong><br> <strong>August 24, 2025</strong></p><p><strong>Sermon: </strong>Following Jesus: Taking the Yoke</p><p><strong>Scripture:</strong> <a href="https://trmethodist.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=1886fe23ebab9fdac7b2edb14&amp;id=540761312d&amp;e=12a84247b0">Matthew 11:25-30</a></p><p><br></p><p>This Sunday we begin a new sermon series: <strong>Following Jesus.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Jesus invites us in Matthew 11:25–30 to “take my yoke upon you and learn from me.” A yoke may sound like a burden, but what if following Jesus actually brings rest, freedom, and new strength for the journey?</p><p><br></p><p>As you prepare for worship, consider:<br><br></p><p> What burdens are you carrying right now?</p><p> How might walking closely with Jesus lighten your load?</p><p> What does it mean to truly find “rest for your soul”?</p><p><br></p><p>Come and discover together what it looks like to follow Jesus—step by step, side by side.</p><p><br><br></p><p> 9:00 AM – Sunday School</p><p> 10:00 AM – Worship<br> (One service – summer schedule continues through August)</p>]]>
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      <itunes:summary>11th Sunday after Pentecost August 24, 2025Sermon: Following Jesus: Taking the YokeScripture: Matthew 11:25-30This Sunday we begin a new sermon series: Following Jesus.Jesus invites us in Matthew 11:25&#8211;30 to &#8220;take my yoke upon you and learn from me.&#8221; A yoke may sound like a burden, but what if following Jesus actually brings rest, freedom, and new strength for the journey?As you prepare for worship, consider:&amp;nbsp;What burdens are you carrying right now?&amp;nbsp;How might walking closely with Jesus lighten your load?&amp;nbsp;What does it mean to truly find &#8220;rest for your soul&#8221;?Come and discover together what it looks like to follow Jesus&#8212;step by step, side by side.&amp;nbsp;9:00 AM &#8211; Sunday School&amp;nbsp;10:00 AM &#8211; Worship&amp;nbsp;(One service &#8211; summer schedule continues through August)</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Episode 314: The Waffle House Gospel</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>If you’ve ever been to a Waffle House, you know it’s a place where all kinds of people gather—early risers, late-night travelers, locals, strangers, and friends. And no matter whether you like your hashbrowns scattered, covered, or smothered, there’s always a seat at the counter and hot coffee waiting.</p><p><br></p><p>This week’s scripture tells the story of Jesus calling Matthew—a tax collector—and sharing a meal with an unexpected crowd. Much like that diner booth, the table Jesus sets is open to everyone.</p><p><br></p><p>As you prepare for worship, consider:</p><ul>
<li>Who might you be surprised to find sitting at Jesus’ table?</li>
<li>How can we create space in our own lives for unexpected guests?</li>
<li>What does it look like to extend grace in everyday moments?<br> <br><br>
</li>
</ul><p>We hope you’ll join us as we gather to reflect, connect, and grow together.</p>]]>
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      <title>Episode 313: Almost Faith</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>What holds us back from going all in?</strong><br> This week’s sermon, <em>Almost Faith</em>, draws from Acts 26:14–29 and invites us to reflect on those moments when we’re close to belief—but not quite there.</p><p><br></p><p>Where are we saying “almost” when it comes to faith, trust, or purpose?<br> What helps us take the next step?</p><p><br></p><p>PLUS—this Sunday is our <strong>Blessing of the Backpacks!</strong> All students, teachers, and school staff are invited to bring their backpacks or bags as we send them into the new school year with prayers and encouragement.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 10 Aug 2025 15:09:23 +0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>What holds us back from going all in? This week&#8217;s sermon, Almost Faith, draws from Acts 26:14&#8211;29 and invites us to reflect on those moments when we&#8217;re close to belief&#8212;but not quite there.Where are we saying &#8220;almost&#8221; when it comes to faith, trust, or purpose?&amp;nbsp;What helps us take the next step?PLUS&#8212;this Sunday is our Blessing of the Backpacks! All students, teachers, and school staff are invited to bring their backpacks or bags as we send them into the new school year with prayers and encouragement.</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Episode 312: How's Your Foundation?</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week’s scripture paints a picture of two builders—one who builds on rock, and one on sand. It invites us to consider what gives stability and direction to our lives.</p><p><br></p><p>As you prepare for worship, consider:<br> • What does a strong foundation look like in your day-to-day life?<br> • What values or habits help guide your decisions?<br> • Where might things feel a little shaky—and why?</p><p><br></p><p>We hope you’ll join us as we gather to reflect, connect, and grow together.</p>]]>
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      <title>Episode 311: Get Out of the Boat</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week, we turn to the story of Jesus walking on water and Peter’s attempt to join Him. When Jesus asked, “Why did you doubt?” He wasn’t just questioning Peter’s faith—He was offering an invitation to deeper trust.</p><p><br></p><p>As we reflect on this moment, try to consider:</p><ul>
<li>What holds us back from stepping out in faith?</li>
<li>How do we respond when we feel uncertain or afraid?</li>
<li>Where is Jesus calling us to trust Him more fully?</li>
</ul><p><br></p><p>We hope you’ll join us as we explore these questions together in worship.</p>]]>
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      <title>Episode 310: Taste Your Words</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Words have power. What are your words saying about your heart? Join us as we reflect on how kindness and grace can transform the way we speak and live.</p><p><br> Plus — it’s our next <strong>Intergenerational VBS Sunday!</strong><br> After worship, all ages are invited to stay for lunch and hands-on activities designed to help us dive deeper into this theme together.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This Sunday, we celebrate Ascension Sunday and reflect on Jesus’ final moments with his disciples. Before ascending into heaven, he blesses them and sends them out to be his witnesses.</p><p><br></p><p>What does it mean to “look up” in a world that often pulls us down? Come and be encouraged as we consider how to live with hope, purpose, and resurrection vision in our everyday lives.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This Sunday, we begin our summer schedule and gather as one church family for worship at 10:00 AM. We’ll explore Jesus’ instructions to the disciples in Luke 9—telling them to take nothing for the journey. No staff. No bag. No bread. No money. Just trust.</p><p><br></p><p>What does it mean to travel light when our lives are full of stuff—physical, emotional, and spiritual? Come hear a message of challenge and hope as we consider what we really need to follow Jesus well.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This Sunday, we are honored to celebrate <strong>Youth Sunday</strong>, a special day when the young people of our congregation will lead us in worship. Through music, scripture, prayer, and message, our youth will offer their gifts and share how they see God at work in their lives and in the world around them.</p><p><br></p><p>Youth Sunday is always a meaningful moment in the life of our church—a reminder that the Holy Spirit is moving across every generation. We are grateful for their leadership and look forward to worshiping together under their guidance.</p><p><br></p><p>Please join us as we support and encourage our youth in this important ministry.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>What does love really look like?</strong><br> Is it patient and kind? Sacrificial and strong? On the night before his death, Jesus showed his disciples the full extent of his love—and called them to do the same.</p><p><br></p><p>This Mother’s Day, we pause to honor those who have shown us love in its many forms—mothers, mentors, and others who have helped shape our lives.</p><p><br></p><p>In a world that often rushes past real connection, Jesus reminds us: <em>“Love one another as I have loved you.”</em> Join us this Sunday as we reflect on the power of Christ-like love—and the people who have taught us what love truly means.</p>]]>
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