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God's Good News for Today

Good News at God’s House

September 29, 2019
Bible Text: Psalm 96:1-9; Psalm 84:1,4-7,10-12 | Preacher: Kelvin S. Jones | Series: God's Good News for Today | As we worship in God’s house, He shares His abundant gifts…
Rev. Dr. Kelvin Jones Preacher : Kelvin S. Jones
Passage: Psalm 96:1-9; Psalm 84:1,4-7,10-12
Service Type: Sunday Morning

I Believe in the Church

May 19, 2019
Bible Text: Ephesians 1:15-23 | Preacher: Kelvin S. Jones | God wants us to understand his blessing upon the church.
Rev. Dr. Kelvin Jones Preacher : Kelvin S. Jones
Passage: Ephesians 1:15-23
Service Type: Sunday Morning
More Parables of Jesus

The Mustard Seed and the Yeast

September 2, 2018
Bible Text: Matthew 13:31-35 | Preacher: Kelvin S. Jones | Series: More Parables of Jesus Jesus expected God’s kingdom to grow and change the world.
Rev. Dr. Kelvin Jones Preacher : Kelvin S. Jones
Passage: Matthew 13:31-35
Service Type: Sunday Morning
Eager to Do What is Good

Eager to Gather

May 28, 2017
Bible Text: Acts 2:29-47 | Preacher: Kelvin S. Jones | Series: Eager to Do What is Good Christians need to know why it is important to gather together and the…
Rev. Dr. Kelvin Jones Preacher : Kelvin S. Jones
Passage: Acts 2:29-47
Service Type: Sunday Morning
Foundations for 200 Years and Counting

A Light Shining

April 10, 2016
Bible Text: Matthew 5:13-20 | Preacher: Kelvin S. Jones | Series: Foundations for 200 Years and Counting Each church is like a lamp showing forth light from Jesus.
Rev. Dr. Kelvin Jones Preacher : Kelvin S. Jones
Passage: Matthew 5:13-20
Service Type: Sunday Morning
The Church America Needs

Balanced Purposes

July 12, 2015
Bible Text: James 1:27; Matthew 28:19, 20 | Preacher: Kelvin S. Jones | Series: The Church America Needs The church for today will pursue both personal devotion and practical mission.
Rev. Dr. Kelvin Jones Preacher : Kelvin S. Jones
Passage: James 1:27; Matthew 28:19, 20
Service Type: Sunday Morning
Marks of Authentic Christianity

Genuine Worship

September 8, 2013
Bible Text: Romans 12:1-2 | Preacher: Pastor Kelvin Jones | Series: Marks of Authentic Christianity
Preacher : Pastor Kelvin Jones
Passage: Romans 12:1-2
Service Type: Sunday Morning
The Primary Purposes of the Church

Cultivating Friendship

September 1, 2013
Bible Text: Romans 12:6-21 | Preacher: Pastor Kelvin Jones | Series: The Primary Purposes of the Church
Preacher : Pastor Kelvin Jones
Passage: Romans 12:6-21
Service Type: Sunday Morning
The Primary Purposes of the Church

A House of Prayer

August 25, 2013
Bible Text: Matthew 21:12-22 | Preacher: Pastor Kelvin Jones | Series: The Primary Purposes of the Church
Preacher : Pastor Kelvin Jones
Passage: Matthew 21:12-22
Service Type: Sunday Morning
The Primary Purposes of the Church

Serving the Least of These

August 18, 2013
Bible Text: Matthew 25:31-46 | Preacher: Pastor Kelvin Jones | Series: The Primary Purposes of the Church
Preacher : Pastor Kelvin Jones
Passage: Matthew 25:31-46
Service Type: Sunday Morning

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About the author

Kelvin Jones recently retired as pastor at Copper Hill United Methodist Church. He is married to JoAnne DeSerio Jones. They have one daughter and two grandchildren. He served as a pastor for 44 years. His hobbies are blogging, gardening and walking.

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Top Posts & Pages

  • Difficult Passages Series: Luke 18:1-8 The unjust judge
  • The Power of a Celebration
  • The importance of recording
  • Sermons
  • Christmas Village 2025
  • 25 Ways to Win With People by John C. Maxwell and Les Parrott

Copper Hill Highlights

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    Copper-Hill-Church
  • New member group with sponsors
    Large New Member group with sponsors
  • Pastor Kelvin Jones with children at Copper Hill Church
    Pastor Kelvin Jones with children and "John Wesley" at Copper Hill Church
  • Bishop Bickerton visits
    Bishop Bickerton visits Copper Hill
  • Copper Hill Church Bell
    Copper Hill Church Bell
  • Dressed up for the 200th

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Recent Public Messages

  • Our heavenly Inheritance
    Kelvin S. Jones, September 29, 2024
  • Living for God’s Blessing
    Kelvin S. Jones, September 22, 2024
  • The High Price of Our Salvation
    Kelvin S. Jones, September 1, 2024
  • Loving Others Because of God’s Love
    Kelvin S. Jones, August 25, 2024
  • Loving God in Return
    Kelvin S. Jones, August 18, 2024
  • God Gives the Bread of Life
    Pastor Kelvin Jones, August 11, 2024
  • God’s Love Reaches Out First
    Pastor Kelvin Jones, August 4, 2024

How to Become a Follower of Jesus

  • Jesus Calls Us
  • Rock Solid Faith
  • Reconciled to God
  • Following the God who Rescues
  • A Warning to Fickle Admirers

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Selection of most read posts and pages

  • John 17 Review and Summary
  • God’s Promises and Your Prayers
  • Help in Seeking God – How We Approach the Bible
  • A surprisingly effective way to mark in your Bible in color
  • Encouragements for Seeking God – Reaching for Higher Thoughts and Ways
  • An interesting graphic about giving
  • The Joy of Singing in the Choir
  • A Maple Syrupy Memory
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