Author: sumc1st

Dear Church Family, Welcome to the first day of Spring; it is glorious. Another long, cold Winter is behind us and the world is being reborn. Praise the Lord. Today’s message is focused on Isaiah 55:1-9 which includes the following: “Seek the LORD while he may be found, call upon him while he is near;…

Dear Church Family, The world is full of foxes ready to pounce on us little chicks. It’s important, therefore, to seek the protective shelter under the wings of God, our hen. And no matter how much we may try to separate ourselves from him, he will still run to protect us. Regardless our errors or…

Dear Church Family, Today we discuss Jesus’ time in the wilderness (immediately after his baptism and right before beginning his ministry). We also go through Wilderness Times. Please listen to today’s service to hear how we should act and react during this challenging periods of our life. Blessings, Pastor Rick

Dear Church Family, The Transfiguration of Christ was a foretaste of what we will be like in heaven. Consequently, it is our responsibility to work on transforming ourselves into a closer image of Jesus. Please listen to today’s service to better understand what that means. Blessings, Pastor Rick

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