by Stacey Hilliard | Jun 9, 2024 | Sermons
Graduations are a time when speakers frequently point the way forward by looking back. We’re reminded of the basics of life that we learned in kindergarten and the values absorbed through the most important people around us from birth forward.
In that spirit, we’ll look at the most fundamental lesson of both the Old and New Testaments and look at how we can recognize and, more importantly, how to become people who lead with love.
– Pastor Anne
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by Stacey Hilliard | Jun 3, 2024 | News
Join us this Saturday, June 8, for Winchester Porchfest! Crawford Memorial UMC is happy to be one of many venues around town, hosting musical groups during this fun, family-friendly tradition in Winchester. Our lineup includes:
1:30 pm – Randall Kromm
3:00 pm – Stroke of Luck
4:30 pm – Windshield Cowboys
In the case of inclement weather, check the Porchfest website. They will post a message at 9:00 am Saturday with further instructions.
by Stacey Hilliard | Jun 2, 2024 | Sermons
The Church of England took away John Wesley’s pulpit for daring to suggest that those who came on Sunday should live out their faith Monday through Saturday as well. As he tried to answer the question of where he might find a new parish, he wrote in one of his journals, “I look upon all the world as my parish.” That broad vision of who God called him to serve became foundational to what it means to be a Methodist. What did he mean by it, and how did he make it a reality?
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by Stacey Hilliard | May 26, 2024 | Sermons
One of John Wesley’s most controversial beliefs was that Christians could achieve perfection in this life. Since this could only be the work of the Holy Spirit, on this first Sunday after Pentecost, Pastor Anne introduced us to what Wesley thought about perfection, why he thought it, and how it came back to bite him.
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by Stacey Hilliard | May 22, 2024 | News
Peace with Justice Sunday is one of our denomination’s six special Sunday’s. Peace with Justice Sunday encourages United Methodists to participate in transforming the world and challenging injustice by calling on our leaders and elected officials to prioritize policies that support communities and reflect God’s economy of abundance and grace.
If you’d like to contribute to this special offering, you can give by cash or check in the offering plate on Sunday morning. If you’re not able to join us on Sunday morning, you cangive online or set up monthly giving at UMC.org/SSGive.
Half of the gifts from the Peace with Justice Sunday special offering stay with local ministries in this conference, and half support the work of Church and Society globally. Learn more here.
