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Work being done on sermon database
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New Sermon Plug-in Working
New Sermon Plug-in Working
I am happy to report that I have found a new plug-in called Sermon Manager to replace Sermon Browser. I am learning to use it and have now uploaded six new sermons into it, comprising together the sermon series for January and February. My immediate goal is to input sermons up to the current ones. Then I will see if I can put in some previous series for the benefit of those who use my sermons as a resource. I am glad for this and happy to be helpful to the family of God in some small way.
Unfortunately, I have not figured out a way to transfer old sermon files from Sermon Browser into the new plug-in. So the older files are stranded in cyber space for now.
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Sermon Texts Temporarily Unavailable
Please excuse the construction in the sermon area of my blog. I have used the plug-in Sermon Browser but for the last year I have been unable to easily post in it. It has become clear that it is no longer being supported. So I am searching for a new solution. So far I have not found a good one. I will be experimenting with theme changes too.
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Sermon Browser needs update
Just a note to let everyone know that I am aware that my sermons plug-in is not operating properly. My host upgraded to PHP 5.4 and the plug-in is not ready for that. However, the good news is that a major upgrade to my sermon browser has been in the alpha stage since late fall and should be ready soon.
The remaining weeks of our time here at Kirkville will be busy ones. We have saved a few weeks vacation to help us have time to pack and visit our family in CT and western NY. I am also doing some reading in preparation for my new part-time position at Copper Hill UMC. You know what I always say, “If the leader is not growing, the people will not be growing either.” This chart tells you when I will be preaching here and who will be preaching when I am not. Thank you for your prayers during this time of transition. I am praying for you too.
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Community Wesleyan Service Plans May 5- June 16 |
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| Special Day | Speaker | Message | Scripture | Other Events that Day | |
| May 5 | Missions Sunday | Don & Cheri Floyd | 4 PM CLASS 201 | ||
| May 12 | Mother’s Day | Pastor Eric | Jesus and the Problem | John 6:1-14 | |
| May 19 | Pentecost Sunday | Pastor Kelvin | Secrets of Spiritual Power | Luke 3:21,33; 4:1-15 | MBK Christian Unity Svc. 6 PM |
| May 26 | Memorial Day Weekend | Pastor Eric | |||
| June 2 | Larry Nemitz | 4 PM CLASS 301 | |||
| June 9 | Communion Sunday | Pastor Kelvin | How Shall we Live? | 1 Thess. 3:11– 4:11; Titus 3:3-8 | Retirement Dinner 3PM |
| June 16 | Father’s Day | Pastor Kelvin | Be of Good Courage! | Deut. 31:6 | Reception following services |
I haven’t blogged in a couple weeks because I have been traveling part of each week. But now that the schedule has returned a little more to normal, I will try to catch up a little. As you can see, the plan below is already in progress. Our October series was planned to go with election season when our country is talking about values and issues. The church needs to be relevant and enter the conversation. But my take is a little different ffom some. Here is a quote from the introduction to the series on Christian Values for Today.
“I believe that Christians are called to tell the truth about the chaos of values today. Our task is to call our country back to the values of the Bible. As we undertake this task, we cannot help but seem political at times. But that is not our first intention. As one person has put it, ‘God is not a Democrat or Republican.’ God’s values apply equally to Democrats and Republicans. He calls both parties to forsake their sins and walk in his paths. It is up to us as followers of Christ to use our discernment and our influence to encourage all parties to take stands on contemporary issues that reflect the teaching of the Word of God. Using our vote as best we can is part of our responsibility to use our influence. At times in this series, I expect that the Republicans will feel somewhat smug. But at other times I expect that the Democrats will feel the same way. But that is not my issue. My responsibility is to preach the word of God wherever the chips fall. My responsibility is to pick issues that I feel are of extreme importance in the Bible, our lives, and in our country and preach on them. And God helping us that is what we will do in this series called Christian Values for Today.”
The November series will focus on the close relationship between the Thanksgiving season and the Christian value and practice of generosity and stewardship. It will also be a great lead-in to the Christmas season with its emphasis upon giving.
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October Series: Christian Values for Today |
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October 7 |
Human Life is Precious |
Kelvin Jones |
Psalm 139:13-16 |
We Praise Thee, O God |
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October 14 |
God has Blessed Traditional Marriage |
Kelvin Jones |
Gen. 1:26-32 Eph. 5:28-33 |
A Christian Home (147) |
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October 21 |
Pastor Appreciation |
Larry Nemitz |
1 Tim. 2:1-7 |
My Faith has Found (277) |
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October 28 |
Remembering the Poor |
Kelvin Jones |
Gal. 2:6-10 Acts 10:1-6 |
Show a Little Bit of Love (511) |
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November 4 |
Righteousness Exalts a Nation |
Eric Paashaus |
Prov. 14:34 |
Where Cross the Crowded Ways (490) |
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Thanksgiving Series: Thanksgiving and Giving |
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November 11 |
Giving is a Good Thing |
Kelvin Jones |
1 Tim. 6:3-19 |
Now Thank We All Our God (36) |
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November 18 |
Thanksgiving and the Offering of Firstfruits |
Kelvin Jones |
Deut. 26:1-11 |
Count Your Blessings (430) |
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November 25 |
Giving to the Work of God |
Eric Paashaus |
2 Cor. 9:6-15 |
Thanks to God (110) |
Marriage has so much potential yet most marriages also experience a good deal of pain on the way to forging a better way. What are some typical causes of this pain? What can be done to bring healing and find lasting satisfaction and love? I just finished planning the series for Sunday messages in July. When I was at family Camp earlier this week, I felt led to focus on human relationships especially marriages during this month. Since marriage is something we don’t do alone, we need the input of our spouse to get a well-rounded perspective. I have invited my wife to join me on the platform for this series for Kitchen Table Talks about Relationships. Like most couples, we’ve had our up’s and down’s in 42 years of marriage. Our hope is that we have learned some perspectives that can be helpful to others. I invite you to join us for this series.
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Kitchen Table Talks about Relationships |
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July 8 |
Respect is Essential |
1 Peter 2:11-3:8 |
Make Me a Blessing (389) |
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July 15 |
Dealing with Our Anger |
Eph. 4:25-31 |
What a Wonderful Savior (531) |
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July 22 |
Understanding Personalities Helps |
Romans 12 |
I’ve Found a Friend (521) |
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July 29 |
2nd Mile Living |
Matthew 5:38-48 |
Spirit of God, Descend…(86) |
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October messages planned
In an article written before hurricane Lee, Atlantic magazine had already called 2011: the year of the disaster. Even without the difficult economic times of our year, and the sobering reminder provided by the 10th anniversary of 9/11, the natural disasters of the year have given us all pause to think. I feel led during the month of October to examine the writings of an ancient prophet who spoke to Israel in a time following a natural disaster. The series will begin October 9 and is called the Power of Prayer. The prophet’s name was Joel. October 2 is World Communion Sunday so together with Christians around the world we will celebrate the Lord’s Supper then.
| Date | Sermon plan | Scripture |
| Oct 2 | Message: In the Name of Jesus – because of relationship, according to his character, made possible by his provision | Heb. 10:19-25; John 16:23-28 |
| Oct 9 | Start a new series from Joel called: The Power of Prayer. The first message: Speaking in a Day of Disaster | Joel 1:1-2:11 |
| Oct 16 | Rediscovering the sacred assembly | Joel 2:15-27 |
| Oct 23 | Personal repentance: What is it? Pastor Eric preaching |
Joel 2:12,13 |
| Oct 30 | The valley of decision | Joel 2:28-3:21 |
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August Messages Planned
During my days off in the Adirondacks I had a chance to read the book Starting Your Best Life Now, a condensation of Joel Osteen’s best-selling book, Your Best Life Now. I was sufficiently captivated by several of the key concepts that I felt impressed to pass them on to our congregation. I believe the chapters I’ve selected will form the basis for a very uplifting and encouraging series during the month of August.
August 7 Begin series from selected chapters in Joel Osteen’s Book Your Best Life Now — God has more in Store – chap 3 Scriptures: Heb. 11:1-12; Proverbs 3:1-10; Jer. 29:4-14; Eph. 3:20,21
August 14 (Communion Sunday) Become what you believe – chap 9 Scriptures: Negative side – Jer. 2:5; Ro. 1:21; Ps. 115:8 (could read 1-11); positive side – Rom. 12:1,2; Matt. 9:18,19, 23-33; Mk. 9:17-29; Jn. 14:9-14
August 21 The Power in Your Words — chap 14 Scriptures: James 3:3-18; Prov. 10:10-21; 12:13-22; Rom. 10:5-13
August 28 The Purpose of Trials — chap 23 Scriptures: 1 Peter 1:3-9; 4:12-19; Isa. 64:8; Phil. 1:29; 2:12,13; Rom. 8:18-39