Jane Graner, Senior Pastor at Trinity United Methodist Church in Duncanville, Texas hosts this weekly podcast where she shares her thoughts and feelings about what’s going on both at Trinity and the Methodist Church in general.
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Today is Star Wars Day – May the Fourth be with you! And we start a new sermon series on the Apostles' Creed. What do the words of the Apostles' Creed mean and why do we say them? Join us for the message “I Believe in God the Father.”
Today we welcome guest speaker Jake McBee. He will be sharing his story as a transgender man and how he discovered both recovery and spiritual transformation through the Twelve Steps.
Today is Easter morning, the tomb is empty, and Christ is alive! What difference does the reservation make? Join us for the message “The Word Resurrected.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 4/20/25. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
Jesus cried out from the cross, “It is finished.” But what exactly did he finish? Join us for the message “It Is Finished.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 4/13/25. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
We are invited to the dance, but how can we know the steps? Join us for the message “The Twelve Step Shuffle: Dancing with God with Two Left Feet,” “Step Twelve.” This is an audio recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 4/6/25. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
We can hear the Good Shepherd's voice, but how can we follow? Join us for the message “The Twelve Step Shuffle: Dancing with God with Two Left Feet,” “Step Eleven.”
As you are barreling down the mountain of life, what keeps you from wiping out? Join us for the message “The Twelve Step Shuffle: Dancing with God with Two Left Feet,” “Step Ten.”
Sometimes love means that we must say we are sorry. Join us for the message “The Twelve Step Shuffle: Dancing with God with Two Left Feet,” “Step Nine.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 3/16/25. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
We know we have often messed up our relationships with others, but how can we fix that? And is that lamb we're having for dinner? Join us for the message “The Twelve Step Shuffle: Dancing with God with Two Left Feet,” “Step Eight.”
Join us for the message “The Twelve Step Shuffle: Dancing with God with Two Left Feet,” “Step Seven.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 2/23/25. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel “Trinity UMCD” or our Facebook page “Trinity UMCDuncanville” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity. If you're feeling down, struggling with what you're going through, we want to encourage you to contact the “Trevor project.org"
Sometimes we need to let go — even if it's chocolate. Join us for the message “The Twelve Step Shuffle: Dancing with God with Two Left Feet,” “Step Six.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 2/23/25. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel “Trinity UMCD” or our Facebook page “Trinity UMCDuncanville” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity. If you're feeling down, struggling with what you're going through, we want to encourage you to contact the “Trevor project.org" or you can contact 988.
Confession is good for the soul, but is it good for us? Maybe we need to get back on the bus. Join us for the message “The Twelve Step Shuffle: Dancing with God with Two Left Feet,” “Step Five.”
Today Minister of Worship Rev. Dr. Garth Baker-Fletcher brings us the message “Where Do We Go from Here: Chaos or Community?” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 2/2/25. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel “Trinity UMCD” or our Facebook page “Trinity UMCDuncanville” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity. If you're feeling down, struggling with what you're going through, we want to encourage you to contact the “Trevor project.org" or you can contact 988.
Do you ever feel like you're free falling? Are you falling off a cliff, or falling into the arms of God? Join us for the message “The Twelve Step Shuffle: Dancing with God with Two Left Feet: Step Three.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 1/26/25. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
When we smack up against the wall of reality, do we believe anyone can help us? Join us for the message “The Twelve Step Shuffle: Dancing with God with Two Left Feet,” “Step Two.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 1/19/25. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
Are you always in control, suave and self assured? Or do you sometimes feel as if you're going through life with two left feet, trying to keep up with dance steps you don't know? Join us for the message “The Twelve Step Shuffle: Dancing with God with Two Left Feet,” “Step One.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 1/12/25. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
The Savior is born! But are there people so evil that there is no hope? Join us for the message “Will There Be Nazis in Heaven?” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 1/5/25. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel “Trinity UMCD” or our Facebook page “Trinity UMCDuncanville” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
Whether you're a spiritual acrobat or you have two left feet join us for our new series “The 12 Step Shuffle: How to Dance with God with 2 Left Feet” Starting January 12th. This series runs for 12 weeks. You can join us in person, or on Facebook Live Sunday mornings at 11am or anytime on our website - tumcd.org, Facebook - trinityumcd, Youtube - @trinityumcd, or our podcast - Janes's Most Excellent Church Adventure.
Alleluia! Christ is born! Today we celebrate the coming of the Light of the World. Join us for a special service of scripture and song. This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 12/24/29. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
The birth of the baby Jesus is just around the corner. So why are we talking about death and the end of the world? Join us for the message “God Opens At the Close” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 12/22/24. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
Will the world end in fire or in ice? With a bang or with a whimper? Join us for the message “How Does the World End?” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 112/15/24. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
What do we mean when we say Christ will come again? Join us for the message “What About the Second Coming?” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 12/8/24. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
Today we begin the season of Advent and a new sermon series that asks some of our most potent questions. Join us for the message “What Happens When We Die?” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 12/1/24. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
Today we welcome guest preacher Rev.Mike House. Join us for the message “What is Truth.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 11/24/24. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
Promo for new series: "What Comes After...?" Starting December 1
Today we welcome guest preacher Rev. Beatriz Pacheco. Join us for the message “Evil Times Are Not the End of Time.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 11/17/24. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
Today we conclude our sermon series “If Jesus Ran for Office.” Join us for the message “Love and Lament.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 11/20/24. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
How can our faith inform our vote and keep us sane during this election season? Today we begin our new sermon series “If Jesus Ran for Office.” Join us for the message “Hope.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 1/3/24. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
How can our faith inform our vote and keep us sane during this election season? Today we begin our new sermon series “If Jesus Ran for Office.” Join us for the message “Faith.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 10/27/24. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
New sermon series promo: "What if Jesus Ran for Office?" Part 1 starts Sunday, October 27 at 11am. You can attend in person or watch live on our Facebook page trinityumcd. You can also view recordings of our services on Youtube at @trinityumcd or find audio recordings on our podcast "Jane's Most Excellent Church Adventure." For more information please visit our website at tumcd.org
Why are both political parties terrifying our nation with dire predictions about “the end of democracy” if the other side wins? What does the Bible say about making political decisions? Let's explore how one may change the “doom and gloom” narrative by encouraging each other to see that “Wisdom Dances with Judgment.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 10/13/24. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
Are only pastors, monks, and mystics called by God? Or can musicians, miners, medical doctors also be called by God? Join us for the message “Gifts and Graces.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 10/6/24. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
How does being part of a community help us discern God's will? And what is the best way to distribute cat treats? Join us for the message “Seeking in Community.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 9/29/24. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
How can we manage all the choices we have today? And how do we pick the right kind of glue? Join us for the message “Staying In Love with God.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 9/22/24. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
Why can't God just tell as directly what we're supposed to do? I want a sign! Join us for the message “Signs and Wonders.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 9/15/24. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
How can I follow God's will? How do I figure out what it is in the first place? What on earth am I supposed to do? Join us for the message “Asking the Right Questions.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 9/8/24. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
Ever wondered, is any of my life part of God's will? How can I even know what Gods will is? What on Earth am I supposed to do? If you have, you won't want to miss our new series starting on September 8th. “What on Earth am I supposed to do? Seeking God's Will”
Are you a knight in shining armor? Are you fierce and invincible against your foes? Or is there a chink in that armor? Join us for the message “The Armor of God.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 9/1/24. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
Wives are supposed to submit to their husbands. Slaves are supposed to submit to their masters. That's in the Bible, right? Or is it? Join us for the message “There Is No Partiality.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 8/25/24. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
Life is full of “a-ha” moments. Like the one time my big brother actually gave me good advice. Join us for the message “Worthy of Our Calling.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 8/18/24. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
During the Cold War the Berlin Wall imprisoned East Germans in their own country, yet thousands risked their lives to escape. What would you be willing to risk to be truly free? Join us for the message “Tearing Down the Walls.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 8/11/24. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
What if you could see all the way back to the beginning of time? What if you could see with the eyes of your hearts? Join us for the message “Seeing With Hearts Open.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 8/4/24. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
Have your eyes seen the years and the slow parade of fears? Do you now want to understand? Join us for the message “Doctor, My Eyes.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 7/28/24. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
How desperate would you be if your menstrual period had lasted twelve years? How frustrated would you be if the only person who could heal your dying daughter was dawdling in the street talking to someone else? Join us for the message “Blood, Sweat, and Tears.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 7/21/24. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
Most of us as children learned the song about Zacchaeus. But what was it really like to be filthy rich, but with an empty heart? Join us for the message “A Wee Little Man. This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 7/14/24. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
In the Bible, the well is the romantic setting where future husbands and wives meet. But what if the well isn't really what you are thirsting for? Join us for the message “It's All Well and Good.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 67/7/24. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
Is there hope to overcome the evil in this world? Can a rainbow army overcome evil with good? Join us for the message “The Rainbow Division.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 6/30/24. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
Our new series will explore what it was like to experience Jesus and the healing that he offered in body, mind and spirit. "Jesus in the First Person" starts Sunday, July 7 at 11 am. You can watch the series live on Facebook, or see the recorded messages on our YouTube page: @TrinityUMCD, Podcasts at "Jane's Most Excellent Adventure" or our website: TUMCD.org
Jesus heals the servant of the centurion. But what does that have to do with Thomas Jefferson's love life? Join us for the message “When Thomas Met Sally.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 6/23/24. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
What is to prevent us from being baptized? What's the catch? And what exactly is a eunuch? Join us for the message “The African Queen.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 6/16/24. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
Jesus raised Lazarus from the tomb. Is he calling you to come out too? Join us for the message “The Closet Is a Tomb.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 6/9/24. If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD” If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.
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