Sermons from August 2025
Called To Create
Tim Adams takes us on a fascinating exploration of the creative spirit, both as an innate, vibrating aspect of God and as well as imbued in each of us as God’s creatures. Find out how string theory connects science and religion, and how the Biblical jeweler Bezalel sets an example of using God-given gifts to create beauty in the service of God.
Revival
Our lectionary reading this week invites us into the story of the “bent over woman.” How does this word from Jesus revive our spirits and the soul of our weary world?
Disturbing the Peace
We know Jesus to be the one who brings peace—shalom—to the world. Why on earth would Jesus say he comes to bring division? Is there any guidance or good news to glean from Jesus’ words?
Hymn Sing Concert: How Great Thou Art
Join us for our second hymn sing concert, a collaborative effort between St. Mark’s UMC and PB UMC.
Faith Journeys
All of us have embarked on a journey of faith that has somehow changed and shaped our lives. Our text from Hebrews this week invites us to contemplate our faith journeys, remembering from whom we’ve come, giving thanks for what sustains us on the way and looking forward to that which continues to beckon us on down the road.
May Blessings Flow
Today we contemplate our stuff! As children of God, as members of God’s commonwealth, how do we think about our possessions? What’s the difference between “possessions” and “treasures” and how does Jesus help us around “spiritual congestion” in order to let God’s blessings flow?