Each gospel writer presents the Christmas message differently than the others. Matthew presents the genealogy of Jesus, and tells of the visit of the Magi. Mark omits the story altogether and starts with Jesus' baptism. John tells the story from the beginning in Genesis where there was nothing except God. Luke tells the story that many are most familiar with - the manger scene, the shepherds, and the angels. Celebrate Jesus, our beacon of hope. The Word was made flesh to right the ancient wrongs, and to give us access to God.
Merry Christmas!
Celebrate Jesus, the light of life during this Advent season. Christ is with us now and forever.
Peace. The second Sunday in Advent.
The second candle of Advent reminds us that we are called to live as people of peace. The candle of peace also reminds us that we are called to work for justice and peace.
We trust the Lord's goodness.
We rely on God's mercy.
We find shelter in God's steadfast love.
We walk in the Lord’s way.
We follow God’s example of love.
We keep our covenant promises.
We wait for your salvation.
We wait for your leading.
We wait for your coming.
We wait with Advent Hope.
Investigating what the bible tells us about Heaven. How do you get there? Who can go? What will it be like?
Investigating why the Pharisees and Sadducees had a different understanding of Christ's resurrection. Christians are a resurrection people. Reverend McCaffrey discusses how the resurrection restores the life we were created for.
The story of Zacchaeus the rich Chief Tax Collector. He had everything - riches and power, yet he had nothing. See how he was transformed when he wanted to find out more about who Jesus really was. Seeing Jesus for who He is, gave Zacchaeus a glimpse into how God created us.
Exploring our wants and our Christian responsibilities. Learning that in our weakness, God will multiply his provisions. How wonderful is it to trust God for everything.
Jacob wrestles with God. Then 7 years of hard work to marry Rachel and that didn't work out as Leah was chosen. Then another 7 years of hard work to finally marry Rachel. Explore how God teaches us to not lose heart in our daily struggles.
Discovering Nicodemus the Pharisee who didn't understand how to be born again. Jesus teaches him it is to be born from above and not a physical rebirth.