On the first Sunday of Lent, Pastor Brian begins a new sermon series about surrendering ourselves to God.The post Surrender: Your Preconceptions appeared first on First United Methodist Church.

Transfiguration Sunday (Guest Preacher: Mike Schuck)

Feb 23rd, 2020

Mike Schuck, Certified Lay Minister for our congregation, joins us to speak on the holiday of Transfiguration Sunday. The post Transfiguration Sunday (Guest Preacher: Mike Schuck) appeared first on First United Methodist Church.

The Puzzle of Life: God’s Puzzle

Feb 16th, 2020

For the final sermon in the “Puzzle of Life” series, Pastor Brian talks about God’s part in bringing the Kingdom of Heaven to earth through John Wesley’s idea of prevenient, justifying, and sanctifying grace. The post The Puzzle of Life: God’s

The Puzzle of Life: The Strength of the Complete Puzzle

Feb 9th, 2020

In the penultimate sermon of the series, Pastor Brian talks about what the Kingdom of God looks like when it’s complete.The post The Puzzle of Life: The Strength of the Complete Puzzle appeared first on First United Methodist Church.

The Puzzle of Life: It’s Not Complete Without Them (Part 2)

Feb 2nd, 2020

Continuing the Puzzle of Life Series, Pastor Brian Parcel preaches about pieces that are missing from our puzzle of which we aren’t aware. The post The Puzzle of Life: It’s Not Complete Without Them (Part 2) appeared first on First United Meth

dec 22 final

Jan 28th, 2020

“dec 22 final”. Released: 2019.The post dec 22 final appeared first on First United Methodist Church.

The Puzzle of Life: It’s Not Complete Without Them (Part 1)

Jan 26th, 2020

The third sermon in the “Puzzle of Life” series, with nods to our four new confirmands.The post The Puzzle of Life: It’s Not Complete Without Them (Part 1) appeared first on First United Methodist Church.

The Puzzle of Life: Unique but Not Individual

Jan 12th, 2020

The first sermon in a new series entitled “The Puzzle of Life,” looking at how our relationships with others is related to the Kingdom of God. The post The Puzzle of Life: Unique but Not Individual appeared first on First United Methodist Chur

Epiphany

Jan 5th, 2020

A sermon focusing on the holiday of Epiphany, generally recognized as a celebration of the Magi who journeyed to meet the Christ child. The post Epiphany appeared first on First United Methodist Church.

Singing Mary’s Song: Extraordinary Wonder for Ordinary People

Dec 22nd, 2019

The final sermon in the Advent sermon series, focusing on Mary’s Magnificat. The post Singing Mary’s Song: Extraordinary Wonder for Ordinary People appeared first on First United Methodist Church.

Singing Mary’s Song: God Our Deliverer

Dec 15th, 2019

The third week of our Advent series, focusing on Mary’s Magnificat. The post Singing Mary’s Song: God Our Deliverer appeared first on First United Methodist Church.

Singing Mary’s Song: Fullness of Time

Dec 8th, 2019

The second sermon in the Advent series focused on Mary’s Magnificat. The post Singing Mary’s Song: Fullness of Time appeared first on First United Methodist Church.

Singing Mary’s Song: Unexpected Answers

Dec 1st, 2019

In this time of Advent, FUMCCV will be studying Mary’s Magnificat (Luke 1:46-56) and what Advent and the birth of Jesus meant then and what they mean now.The post Singing Mary’s Song: Unexpected Answers appeared first on First United Methodist

The Art of Prayer: Prayers of Thanksgiving

Nov 24th, 2019

In the final sermon of this mini-series, guest preacher Beckie Henselmeier shares about the importance of prayers of thanksgiving.The post The Art of Prayer: Prayers of Thanksgiving appeared first on First United Methodist Church.

The Art of Prayer: Listening in Prayer

Nov 17th, 2019

The second sermon in a series focusing on prayer, Pastor Brian talks about the importance of listening in prayer.The post The Art of Prayer: Listening in Prayer appeared first on First United Methodist Church.

The Art of Prayer: Praying for the Other

Nov 10th, 2019

The first in a three week series focusing on prayer, Mike Schuck delivers a powerful message about intercessory prayer. The post The Art of Prayer: Praying for the Other appeared first on First United Methodist Church.

Vision 2030 #5: Realigned Management

Nov 3rd, 2019

The final message of the Vision 2030 series, coinciding with Commitment Sunday. The post Vision 2030 #5: Realigned Management appeared first on First United Methodist Church.

Vision 2030 #4: Relevant Technology

Oct 27th, 2019

The fourth sermon in the Vision 2030 series. The post Vision 2030 #4: Relevant Technology appeared first on First United Methodist Church.

Vision 2030 #3: Strategic Initiative

Oct 20th, 2019

The third sermon in the Vision 2030 series, focusing on the idea of Strategic Initiative.The post Vision 2030 #3: Strategic Initiative appeared first on First United Methodist Church.

Vision 2030 #2: Life Groups

Oct 13th, 2019

The second sermon in the Vision 2030 series, focusing on the importance of being in a community of believers. The post Vision 2030 #2: Life Groups appeared first on First United Methodist Church.

Guest preacher: Jennifer Fuentecilla

Sep 29th, 2019

Jennifer Fuentecilla, FUMCCV’s Director of Christian Education, preaches on the importance of community and relationships in the Christian life.The post Guest preacher: Jennifer Fuentecilla appeared first on First United Methodist Church.

Guest preacher: Rev. Mary Allman-Boyle

Sep 22nd, 2019

Rev. Mary Allman-Boyle preaches on Fresh Expressions. The post Guest preacher: Rev. Mary Allman-Boyle appeared first on First United Methodist Church.