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Gifts that Please God

May 26, 2019
Bible Text: Hebrews 13:15-21 | Preacher: Kelvin S. Jones | Let’s respond to God’s love every day with praise and good deeds.
Rev. Dr. Kelvin Jones Preacher : Kelvin S. Jones
Passage: Hebrews 13:15-21
Service Type: Sunday Morning
Building Homes with Jesus

Values that Build

June 3, 2018
Bible Text: 1 John 3:11-18 | Preacher: Kelvin S. Jones | Series: Building Homes with Jesus The home is where we learn key values that build us up.
Rev. Dr. Kelvin Jones Preacher : Kelvin S. Jones
Passage: 1 John 3:11-18
Service Type: Sunday Morning
Doing Our Part to Change the World

Volunteers Serving Others

October 15, 2017
Bible Text: Matthew 25:1-46 | Preacher: Kelvin S. Jones | Series: Doing Our Part to Change the World Disciples of Jesus bring transformation through service to others.
Rev. Dr. Kelvin Jones Preacher : Kelvin S. Jones
Passage: Matthew 25:1-46
Service Type: Sunday Morning
Eager to Do What is Good

Eager to Give

May 21, 2017
Bible Text: 1 Chronicles 29:1-22 | Preacher: Kelvin S. Jones | Series: Eager to Do What is Good When we discover the joy of giving, we are eager to give.
Rev. Dr. Kelvin Jones Preacher : Kelvin S. Jones
Passage: 1 Chronicles 29:1-22
Service Type: Sunday Morning
Values that Build Loving Relationships

Languages of Love

February 19, 2017
Bible Text: Ephesians 5:1, 2 | Preacher: Kelvin S. Jones | Series: Values that Build Loving Relationships The five languages of love help us show love in practical ways. 
Rev. Dr. Kelvin Jones Preacher : Kelvin S. Jones
Passage: Ephesians 5:1, 2
Service Type: Sunday Morning
Building a Bridge for the Next Generation

Serving Others in Love Builds a Bridge

October 16, 2016
Bible Text: Matthew 20:20-34 | Preacher: Kelvin S. Jones | Series: Building a Bridge for the Next Generation As we overcome selfishness and reach out to others, good things can…
Rev. Dr. Kelvin Jones Preacher : Kelvin S. Jones
Passage: Matthew 20:20-34
Service Type: Sunday Morning
What is Love?

Love is Always Active

February 28, 2016
Bible Text: 1 John 3:11-20 | Preacher: Kelvin S. Jones | Series: What is Love? Real love expresses itself in action.
Rev. Dr. Kelvin Jones Preacher : Kelvin S. Jones
Passage: 1 John 3:11-20
Service Type: Sunday Morning
Jesus' Ministry Begins

Learning from the Miracle at Cana

January 17, 2016
Bible Text: John 2:1-11 | Preacher: Kelvin S. Jones | Series: Jesus' Ministry Begins Our job is everyday service, while Jesus works the miraculous.
Rev. Dr. Kelvin Jones Preacher : Kelvin S. Jones
Passage: John 2:1-11
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
The Way of Love

Prioritizing Our Lives

January 18, 2015
Bible Text: Mark 1:9-39 | Preacher: Kelvin S. Jones | Series: The Way of Love
Rev. Dr. Kelvin Jones Preacher : Kelvin S. Jones
Passage: Mark 1:9-39
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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  • The Power of a Celebration
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    Large New Member group with sponsors
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    Pastor Kelvin Jones with children and "John Wesley" at Copper Hill Church
  • Bishop Bickerton visits
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    Copper Hill Church Bell
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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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