The Woodlands UMC: Harvest Audio

Harvest Podcast | The Gospel of John | Episode 10 | The High Priestly Prayer | In Episode 10 of The Harvest Podcast, host Shawn Gray is joined by Brenna Bullock and special guest Dr. Ed Robb, Founding Pastor and Pastor Emeritus of The Woodlands Methodist Church. Together they explore the powerful truth of John 17, where Jesus prays for His disciples—and for all who would come to believe through them.The conversation unpacks what it means to be loved, protected, and united through the interceding prayer of Christ, offering deep encouragement for believers today.

Traditional Worship | Shawn Gray |We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Harvest Podcast | The Gospel of John | Episode 9 | The True Vine |In Episode 9 of The Harvest Podcast, host Shawn Gray welcomes special guest Pierce Drake, Lead Pastor of Covenant Church at Creekside. Together they dive into John 15, where Jesus reveals Himself as the True Vine and calls His followers to abide in Him.The discussion explores what it means to remain connected to Christ, bear lasting fruit, and find true life through a relationship rooted in His love and presence.

Traditional Worship | Mark Sorensen |We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Harvest Podcast | The Gospel of John | Episode 8 | The Humility of Christ |In this episode of The Harvest Podcast, host Shawn Gray is joined by Senior Pastor Mark Sorensen and Rev. Aaron Laird as they dive into John chapters 12 and 13, where Jesus offers one of the most powerful demonstrations of servant leadership by washing His disciples' feet. Together they explore how this act of humility reveals the heart of Christ, challenges our understanding of greatness, and calls us to love others through service.Join the conversation as we reflect on what it means to follow the example of Jesus, who showed that true leadership begins at the feet of others. 

Traditional Worship | Shawn Gray  |  We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Harvest Podcast | The Gospel of John | Episode 7: The Gate and the Good ShepherdIn this episode, we explore Jesus' words in John 10 and 11, where He calls Himself both the Door and the Good Shepherd.Shawn Gray, joined by Brenna Bullock and Jonah Robson, unpack what it means to follow His voice, find safety and belonging in Him, and experience the abundant life He promises. Because at the end of the day, everyone has a shepherd—but only one leads to life.

Missions Sunday | Mark Sorensen | We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Harvest Podcast | The Gospel of John | Episode 6: John 8–9: Shame and GraceWe are so glad you're joining us for the sixth episode of the Harvest Podcast series on The Gospel of John. This week, Rev. Mark Sorensen steps in as host, joined by Brenna Bullock and special guest Rev. Dr. Stew Grant, Pastor of Marriage and Family Ministries.Get ready for a deep and beautiful conversation centered on John chapters 8 and 9. Following a sermon on a woman caught in adultery (John 8:1–11), Stew unpacks the powerful emotions of shame and condemnation. The group discusses the difference between shame that holds us back and the conviction that leads to humility and growth. They explore how Jesus masterfully balanced grace and a call to change, offering a model for how we can move forward after we've made a mess of things.This discussion is rich with wisdom on finding hope, healing, and true belonging in Jesus. Friends, you're in for a treat with this one. We hope this conversation blesses you. Thanks for listening.

Harvest Worship | Mark Sorensen | We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Finding Our True Sustenance in Him | John 6–7We're so glad you've joined us as we continue our journey through the Gospel of John. This week, hosts Shawn Gray and Brenna Bullock are joined by the Reverend Daniel Lumpee, Lead Pastor of The Loft Worship Community. Join their thoughtful conversation as they explore some of the more challenging aspects of Jesus' message.Daniel shares his wisdom as the group discusses the call to look toward the spiritual, why Jesus resisted being made king, the profound meaning of His “I am the bread of life” statement, and the shocking call to “eat my flesh and drink my blood.”This discussion offers a deeper understanding of communion, faithfulness, and what it means to find our sustenance in Christ. We hope this conversation blesses you, and thank you for listening.

Harvest Worship | Shawn Gray  |  We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Welcome back to the Harvest Podcast! Join us as Shawn Gray and Brenna Bullock sit down with special guest Kelley Reilly, as they dive into the fourth and fifth chapters of John's Gospel.In this episode they discuss two beloved moments in Jesus' ministry: His time with the Samaritan woman at the well, and the healing of the paralyzed man at the pool of Bethesda. In these two interactions we see a Savior who meets people in their brokenness, offers living water to quench the deepest thirst, and speaks words of life that bring healing and hope.

Harvest Worship | Mark Sorensen |  We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Welcome back to the Harvest Podcast! Join us as Shawn Gray and Rev. Mark Sorensen sit down with special guest Alyssa Porter, as they dive into chapters 2 and 3 of the Gospel of John. In this episode they explore Jesus' first miracle – turning water into wine, and the new life that Jesus offers.Jesus is both the One who brings outward signs of God's power and the One who calls us to inward renewal, offering new life that begins now and continues into eternity.

Harvest Worship | Mark Sorensen |  We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Welcome back to the Harvest Podcast! Join us as Shawn Gray and Rev. Mark Sorensen sit down with special guest Rev. Karen Tyler to unpack the first chapter of John's Gospel with a focus on what it means to live as a witness. Together, they look at the example of John the Baptist – who's boldness and humility pointed others to Jesus, and explore how we can embody that same calling in our lives.This episode will encourage you to see your life as a testimony, offering practical ways to reflect the light of Christ in a world that desperately needs hope.

Harvest Worship | Mark Sorensen | We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Ready to encounter Jesus in a fresh way?In this special kickoff episode, we're beginning a new journey through the Gospel of John. Join hosts Shawn Gray and Rev. Mark Sorensen as they welcome special guest Bishop Bob Hayes for an introduction to this unique book of the Bible. Discover what sets John's eyewitness account apart, why it's such a powerful starting point for understanding who Jesus is, and what you can expect as we explore it this season.If you're looking to experience the story of Jesus again for the first time, this conversation is for you.Tune in as we prepare our hearts and minds for a season of transformation.

Harvest Worship | Mark Sorensen |We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Harvest Worship | Shawn Gray | We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Harvest Worship | Mark Sorensen | We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Harvest Worship | Mark Sorensen | We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Based on a True Story is a podcast with Mark Sorensen, Shawn Gray and Brenna Bullock where real conversations uncover the lies we often believe and replace them with the truth of Scripture. Together, we'll explore how to live a life grounded in God's story – the only story that's truly true. Download Truth Cards at https://www.twmc.org/harvest

Harvest Worship | Mark Sorensen |We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Harvest Worship | Mark Sorensen | We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Based on a True Story is a podcast with Mark Sorensen, Shawn Gray and Brenna Bullock where real conversations uncover the lies we often believe and replace them with the truth of Scripture. Together, we'll explore how to live a life grounded in God's story – the only story that's truly true. Download Truth Cards at https://www.twmc.org/harvest

Harvest Worship | Mark Sorensen |We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Based on a True Story is a podcast with Mark Sorensen, Shawn Gray and Brenna Bullock where real conversations uncover the lies we often believe and replace them with the truth of Scripture. Together, we'll explore how to live a life grounded in God's story – the only story that's truly true. Download Truth Cards at https://www.twmc.org/harvest

Harvest Worship | Drew Essen |We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Based on a True Story is a podcast with Mark Sorensen, Shawn Gray and Brenna Bullock where real conversations uncover the lies we often believe and replace them with the truth of Scripture. Together, we'll explore how to live a life grounded in God's story – the only story that's truly true. Download Truth Cards at https://www.twmc.org/harvest

Harvest Worship | Shawn Gray |We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Harvest Worship | Shawn Gray | We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Based on a True Story is a podcast with Mark Sorensen, Shawn Gray and Brenna Bullock where real conversations uncover the lies we often believe and replace them with the truth of Scripture. Together, we'll explore how to live a life grounded in God's story – the only story that's truly true. Download Truth Cards at https://www.twmc.org/harvest

Harvest Worship | Family Worship Sunday | We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Harvest Worship | Mark Sorensen | We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Harvest Worship | Mark Sorensen | We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Harvest Worship | Shawn Gray |  We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Harvest Worship | Brenna Bullock |   We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Harvest Worship | Shawn Gray |  We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Harvest Worship | Mark Sorensen and Mark Swayze |   We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Harvest Worship | Mark Sorensen | We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Harvest Worship | Karen Tyler | We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Harvest Worship | Mark Sorensen | For nearly 50 years, God's faithfulness has been the foundation of our church. Now, we believe He is calling us to something greater — to go further in faith, generosity and love. He is calling us to go beyond. Over the next four weeks, as we embark on the Beyond capital campaign, we invite you to prayerfully seek God's guidance and consider how He may be leading you to step out in faith. This is our moment to boldly pursue His greater purpose — together, let's go beyond.

Harvest Easter Worship | Mark Sorensen | Grace and peace to you, friends. Easter Sunday has come to meet us again. What an incredible day of hope as we join the hearts of believers around the world remembering the beauty found in the Resurrection story. Our prayer for you is that you will connect deeply to God through the word, prayers and songs offered within the time we have together today. We pray you discover we are a community that welcomes you as you are. Settle in, friends. Let's see where the Good News of Jesus meets us today!

Harvest Worship | Mark Swayze | We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Harvest Worship | Karen Tyler  We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Harvest Worship | Shawn Gray |We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Harvest Worship | Mark Sorensen | We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Harvest Worship | Mark Sorensen | We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.

Harvest Worship | Mark Sorensen | We are so grateful that you have come to worship with us today. The future is bright, and we are excited by all that God is doing in and through our church. If you are looking for a place to connect with others or grow your faith, we would love to tell you more about our church.