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Today we celebrate with gratitude to God.Everyone is invited to present their pledge commitment for 2026. We will explore together how Kingdom economics are vastly different than the marketplace of today, and what our role as stewards is in that economy. 2 Corinthians 9: 6-15

Psalm 90:17– May the favor of the Lord our God be upon us; establish the work of our hands for us–yes, establish the work of our hands. What do you want God to establish with your hands today?

Temp Psalm 95:2– Let us come into His presence with thanksgiving; let us make a joyful noise to Him with songs of praise! What do you have to shout about today? Take a moment for gratitude.

Isaiah 12:3-4 With joy you will draw water from the wells of salvation. And you will say in that day: Give thanks to the Lord, call on His name; make known His deeds among the nations; proclaim that His name is exalted. What refreshment do you need to draw from God's living water? Take a moment for gratitude.

Jonah 2:9 But I, with the voice of thanksgiving, will sacrifice to You; what I have vowed I will pay. Deliverance belongs to the Lord! Right now, where is it difficult to give of yourself? Why? Take a moment for gratitude.

2 Corinthians 9:11 You will be enriched in every way to be generous in every way, which through us will produce thanksgiving to God. How has God enriched you? Has that made you generous? Take a moment for gratitude.

“My pleasure.” What restaurant has made these two words iconic? Chick-fil-A, of course. Employees who work for this corporation say this response becomes automatic, even after years of not working there. Gratitude is a fruit of the Holy Spirit of God that should overflow from the mouths of Christ followers. Today, we look at a healing story from Luke's Gospel and lean in to see what Christ says about those who practice saying thanks. Luke 17:11-19

Ephesians 1:18-19a "I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which He has called you, the riches of His glorious inheritance in His holy people, and His incomparably great power for us who believe." What do the eyes of your heart need to see today? Take a moment for gratitude.

Psalm 119:18 Open my eyes, that I may see wondrous things from Your law. Pope Francis said, "To follow God's law, let us begin with gratitude.” What will you begin with today? Take a moment for gratitude.

Psalm 8:1-5. "LORD, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth! You have set your glory in the heavens. When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers…what is mankind that you are mindful of them…yet you crown them with glory and honor." How do you sense God's delight in creation? In other people? Take this moment for gratitude.

Psalm 118:24– This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. How can you slow down and take joy in God's creation? Take this moment for gratitude.

Matthew 13:16-17 But blessed are your eyes, for they see, and your ears, for they hear. Truly I tell you, many prophets and righteous people longed to see what you see, but did not see it, and to hear what you hear, but did not hear it. What is God showing you that takes your breath away? What is God showing you that brings you joy? Take this moment for gratitude.

On All Saints Sunday we celebrate our loved ones and church members who have died and now live eternally with Christ. We will lift prayers of gratitude with white roses for the saints who have gone before us. Hebrews 12:1-2

In this sermon we turn to one of Scripture's most haunting questions: “Where is your brother?” In the story of Cain and Abel, God reveals that faith is not just about belief, but about responsibility, the sacred call to care for one another. Join us as we explore what it means to live as our brother's and sister's keeper in a world that often forgets we belong to each other. [Genesis 4:1-10]

This is a challenging text (Mark 5:1-20) with its graphic imagery and the unsettling depiction of a man possessed by demons. It is crucial for us to study these hard texts as we consider what the Bible says about how Christians should engage with the poor, the marginalized, and the overlooked. Today we will see the beautiful way that Jesus restored this man's dignity.

The Bible calls us to love God and to see the beloved in all people, with a particular emphasis on caring for the overlooked, or the least among us. How should Christians engage with the overlooked, or those who live on the margins in our city and world? [scripture - John 4]

We begin a new sermon series that explores the Bible and how Christians can engage with the issue of poverty. Jesus often talked about being a good neighbor. But more importantly, he demonstrated this in his daily life. This morning, we focus on a story where Jesus exemplifies the kind of neighbor we should be. [scripture - John 6:1-14]

Sept. 28 - Does the Bible Really Say That?: "Children Should Be Seen and Not Heard" | Stephen Finkel by WHPC

Certain scriptures guide our lives, and we believe them with every fiber of our being. Yet, there are other scriptures that we do not consider to be true. Isn't all of scripture true? Join us this Sunday as we take an honest look at how we interpret the Bible and what the Word of God truly means for today. Matthew 5:17-20

Can the devil control a person? If so, can we blame this enemy of God for our wrongdoings? This Sunday, we examine what the Bible truly says about the root cause of our sin. James 1:12-16

The Bible says a lot about sin, but even more about love. What is sin, and how are we to deal with it in love? This Sunday, we will see how Jesus dealt with sinners in his life. Luke 18:10-14

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-40

Sometimes life throws a curveball, and we're left wondering, "Does everything happen for a reason?"

Aug 17 - Does the Bible Really Say That?: "God Never Gives You More Than You Can Handle" | Stacy Ikard by WHPC

If you could ask God for just one thing during a moment of weakness or difficulty, what would it be? In our passage this week, David finds himself in such a situation and asks to behold God's "noam" (beauty). Join us this Sunday as we explore this Hebrew word for beauty and examine why David would choose to ask for this above all else in his moment of need. (Scripture: Psalm 27:4-6)

Jesus calls us to move into the unknown and to go where we have not been. Listen as Pastor Al challenges us as individuals and as a church to follow Christ into the deep waters of faith. (Scripture: Luke 5:1-11)

What does it mean to be great? What does it mean to live a great life? Join us this morning and reflect with us on Jesus' definition of greatness. Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

What does it mean in the New Testament when writers refer to the “ekklesia,” what we translate as “the church”? And what does it mean to be the church beyond the first century? Learning from how this word is used in Scripture will equip us to be the church more fully in our lives today. Scripture: Colossians 1:1-20

What happens to us when we are depleted, spiritually and emotionally? What keeps us from quitting? Hear The Apostle Paul answer that question.

July 6 - What's In A Word: Steadfast Love | Rev. Chris Knepp by WHPC

June 29 - What's in a Word- Still Small Voice | Dr. Carolyn Helsel by WHPC

June 22 - What's In A Word: Power | Stacy Ikard by WHPC

June 15 - What's in a Word: All Things | Stephen Finkel by WHPC

June 8 - What's In A Word: Paraclete | Kevin Ireland by WHPC

June 1 - What's In A Word: Peace | Emily Wright by WHPC

May 25 - What's In A Word: Evangelize | Dr. Carolyn Helsel by WHPC

In the final sermon of our Never Alone series, we will boldly proclaim together that even death itself cannot separate us from God - even after life, we are Never Alone.

May 11 - Never Alone: A God We Can Trust | Emily Wright by WHPC

May 03 - Never Alone: The Community Will Guide You | Emily Wright by WHPC

April 27 - Never Alone: Breaking Bread, Building Hope | Kevin Ireland by WHPC

April 20 (Easter) - Look Up | Emily Wright by WHPC

April 13 - Palm Sunday Story | Emily Wright by WHPC

Have you ever needed a 'second chance'? Today's sermon explores Jesus's ultimate act of grace on the cross, focusing on the conversation with the two criminals crucified alongside him. It highlights that even in his agony, Jesus offers forgiveness and assures one criminal of paradise, emphasizing his role as the "King of second chances." Pastor Emily's message is a powerful reminder that Jesus's love extends to everyone, offering redemption and eternal life, no matter their past.

Mar. 30 - 18 Hours: Simon of Cyrene | Emily Wright by WHPC

Mar. 23 - 18 Hours: The One in Charge | Emily Wright by WHPC

Mar. 16 - 18 Hours: Blades & Betrayal | Kevin Ireland by WHPC

Mar. 09 - 18 Hours: We Are Weak, But He is Strong | Emily Wright by WHPC

Anxiety is the emotion that seems to be most popular to name, claim and blame these days. As humankind becomes busier, and as we have content overload, anxiety as a mental health diagnosis continues to increase at alarming rates. This week, we turn to Jesus to come alongside each of us with words of comfort and commands to rest.

Do we have a right to be angry? In other words, is it a God-given emotion that can be meant for good? This week we peer in on Jesus when he is very angry. This story gives us concrete tools for ways to peacefully deal with our own anger.

Spiders, snakes, being stared at… what are you afraid of? Fear can be a gift from our biology that keeps us alive. Fear can become unhealthy when it paralyzes or prevents us from living a healthy and whole life. God reminds God's people over and over throughout the Bible that the means of tempering fear is through trusting that God is with us, always. Join us as we continue to explore how scripture speaks to our mental health and wholeness.

Feb. 9 - Inside Out Faith: Envy With Contentment | Emily Wright by WHPC