Scripture Reading Luke 2:22-40 Lord, this morning we come to you with open hearts; Hearts that need to be mended, Hearts that need to be filled with New hope, Hearts that need to be redirected, Hearts that need to be encouraged and forgiven. Amen Embracing Hope The prophet Simeon, a devout and righteous man…
Luke 1: 26-38; 2nd Samuel 7:1-11,16; Luke 1:46b-55; Romans 16: 25-57 Good morning. I am Pastor Pam Stewart, retired United Methodist minister, and part of the Preaching Team during this Interim Kingdom time at Tomoka UMC as we wait for a full-time Pastor to be appointed hopefully in July 2021. We appreciate your faithfulness in…
Come! Rejoice in our God. Let us give thanks, whatever life brings. May those who sow in tears reap with shouts of joy. Let us prepare our hearts and our world for the prince of Peace, who is coming. May all who weep come home with shouts of joy. Prepare the way of the Lord…
Scripture Reading Mark 1: 1 – 8 Lift up your voice. Lift it up, do not fear. Feeding, gathering, carrying, leading: This is how God will come. The old will pass away. A new world will dawn. Love, faithfulness righteousness, peace: Theses will mark God’s new day. Love needs a path. Peace needs a highway. Even…
Scripture: Mark 13:24-37 Today we begin the Advent season. Advent is a season of expectancy and an opportunity to prepare for the Christmas celebration. This season invites us into the ancient longing that God would send a Savior, the promised Messiah. Advent also reminds us that we must be alert for Jesus’ Second and Final…