Author: sumc1st

Dear Church Family, Psalm 37 tells us that “the meek shall inherit the land, and delight themselves in abundant prosperity.” When reading this my immediate reaction is to say “What? How is that supposed to happen?” The rich have the money, they have the power, they are in control. How will the meek, the poor,…

Dear Church Family, It’s the middle of February and today’s message is all about resurrection. Why? It’s not Easter or even Lent, why resurrection? Please listen to find out. Blessings, Pastor Rick

Dear Church Family, Simeon and Anna saw the Messiah when he was just one of many children that came to the Temple to be redeemed 40 days after being born. How did they know he was the one? How can we see him as well in our every-day lives. Please listen to find out. Blessings,…

Dear Church Family, Life can be full of challenges that can shake us to our core. Yet through it all we need to realize and rely on the fact that God is with us always. In our happy days and in those moments that are most difficult. Please listen to hear today’s message in full….

Jim Cooper and Ivan Akansiima filled SUMC with incredible music Sunday night. Please enjoy. Blessings, Pastor Rick

Dear Church Family, Scripture presents and communicates God’s truth; truth that is reliable, accurate and enduring. That’s why it’s so powerful. Please listen to the rest of this message to gain further insight into this amazing gift from God. Blessings, Pastor Rick

Higher Quality Audio-only Dear Church Family, No matter how large or small the issue is that you’re facing; God provides. And even though we may not deserve it; God still provides. Why? He provides because he loves us. And he loves us even though we don’t warrant it. He even loves us when we’ve done…

Higher Quality Audio-only Dear Church Family, When we accept Christ as our savior we receive the Holy Spirit who dwells within us. He is the living seal that God places on us. He testifies to whom we belong. He helps us grow in righteousness. He guides our thoughts and actions. He interprets our wants and…