by Stacey Hilliard | Sep 20, 2022 | News
Please join us for our third annual Blessing of the Animals, outdoors, under the tent in front of our church at 34 Dix Street, Winchester, MA, on Sunday, October 2, at 10am. Our prayer time will include moments to give thanks for our animal companions, to acknowledge the holes in our hearts left by pets who are gone from us too soon, to honor animals that serve in public safety and wellness, to mourn the loss of species, and to celebrate those who have taken on the difficult work of animal rescue, shelter, and care. All are welcome (people and animals), so please join us and bring your critters, big or small. “If you can control it, you can bring it.” (Along those lines, please read these tips for keeping the peace keeping the peace between our blessed pets at the service.)
by Stacey Hilliard | Sep 18, 2022 | Sermons
At the beginning of Luke 16, Jesus tells a parable that typically leaves people scratching their heads. It’s not that we don’t understand that there are corrupt money managers out there; it’s that Jesus seems to praise him. Even the rich man who fires him offers admiration. What’s the deal with that? Why is Jesus telling this story?
— Pastor Anne
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by Stacey Hilliard | Sep 4, 2022 | Sermons
This sermon focuses on how public discussion of religion and politics might be different from the way we interact with individuals in more private settings. To do that, we’re going to consider an example from northwest Idaho, where unrelenting harassment and intimidation has led to the resignation of the Boundary County Library director, effective Sept. 10, 2022.
This is by no means a unique case, but it clearly mentions the role of some religious communities in the area. Since public libraries are part of local government, it seemed like a good case to examine as we look at the public clash of government and religion. If this were our library in Winchester, how might we respond? What might be appropriate and what might be out of bounds? Is there anything we could or should do from a distance? Most importantly, can you spot the idol?
For more information about the situation in Boundary County, an article from the Idaho Statesman can be found here: https://www.idahostatesman.com/news/northwest/idaho/article264781169.html.
— Pastor Anne
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by Stacey Hilliard | Aug 28, 2022 | Sermons
Last week’s sermon focused on the necessity of keeping religion and government separate. But if “separate” means each kept in its own bubble, we lose the key function of the separation: to keep each other free from the abuse of power inherent in idolatry. To serve that function, religion and politics can’t be enemies lobbing grenades at each other; they must be in dialogue.
The bridge between religion and politics is those of us who inhabit both spheres. We are citizens of a nation and also adherents of a religion. Yet we have been told for many decades that it is impolite (or worse) to talk about either religion or politics. Which means we have developed no skills for doing so. And it shows. This sermon proposes ways we might change that.
— Pastor Anne
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by Stacey Hilliard | Aug 23, 2022 | News, Uncategorized
Life Line Screening is coming to Crawford Memorial United Methodist Church on Thursday, October 20. Sign up to assess your risk for cardiovascular disease.
Why should I screen? Life Line screening has the potential to provide benefits including:
- Early detection of serious conditions
- Prevention of disease progression
- Peace of mind so you can enjoy life
- Savings with more affordable screenings
- Control, no insurance required
What tests are run at a Life Line screening?
- Carotid Artery Disease: An ultrasound is performed to screen the carotid arteries for buildup of fatty plaque.
- Peripheral Arterial Disease: An Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI) test is performed using blood pressure cuffs on the arms and legs.
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm: An ultrasound is performed to screen the abdominal aorta for the presence of an enlargement or aneurysm.
- Atrial Fibrillation: A 6-lead electrocardiogram (EKG) is performed by placing sensors on the arms and legs to screen for irregular heartbeat.
- Osteoporosis Risk: An ultrasound is performed to measure the shin bone for abnormal bone mass density.
For more information, download a flyer about the October 20 event here.
This event is open to the public and appointments are limited, so make your appointment today. To reserve your time, call 1-800-690-0323, or visit LLSA.SOCIAL/HS.
