In Sunday’s Gathering we will proclaim the Good News of Jesus and the power of Christ – working in and through us – to overcome the sins of racism and injustice. Please take the time to read these two powerful testimonies. May God’s Kingdom come, may God’s will be done, on Earth as it is in heaven.
The writer of Hebrews quotes Proverbs 3:11-12 in verses 5 and 6 of the 12th chapter: “My child, do not regard lightly the discipline of the Lord, or lose heart when you are punished by him; for the Lord disciplines those whom he loves, and chastises every child whom he accepts.”
Imagine that you have a structure in place, a way of doing things that brings order and predictability to a busy family life. Imagine that school, work, and childcare are all figured out in a way that helps everyone navigate their emotional, social, and psychological needs.
This passage from Romans reminds me of a story from the life of Ben Walker Hooper, who was Governor of Tennessee from 1911-1915. Born in Gatlinburg to an unwed mother, Ben knew the pain of never knowing his father.
In our series “Finally Something Real,” we’re talking specifically to people who consider themselves spiritual-but-not-religious, non-religious, or just over the whole “thing.” Join us at the Gathering for a message of healing for those who are looking for hope in something true, something powerful, and something real.
This new sermon series offers an opportunity to build a bridge between people of faith and people who are struggling to make their way in the world without it. I hope you’ll invite someone that you care about to join us in worship this weekend. It just might help them begin to think about Jesus in a whole new way.
This Sunday is Easter! A celebration of resurrection and we have a hopeful and spirited celebration planned for eleven:eleven, downtown! We will be joined by the blues guitarist, Buddy Whittington, bassist Aden Bubeck, singer/songwriters Hannah Kirby and Krista Russell, as well as Brad Thompson and a few surprises!
My past experiences of quarantine, fear, and struggle have given me a lot to think about during our coronavirus pandemic.
Hey parents and kids! Dr. Mike, Ms. Janice, and the children’s ministry are preparing for Palm Sunday — and we need your help. First, we’d like for you to go outside and find a “palm branch” — which in this case can be an actual branch of a palm if…
Linda Blanchard, FUMCFW Yoga Instructor, has agreed to teach her regular FUMCFW yoga classes via Zoom starting this Tuesday. Class times will be the same; and these Zoom classes will be free for all participants as Linda’s generous gift to our church during this highly stressful time.
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