How do we have a good life when things are not exactly going our way? Watch the service All of us go through difficult times. In fact, Jesus warned us that in this life we would have troubles (John 16:33). But he also reminded us that he had overcome the world and that he expected…
Category: Inspirational
Building Together on One Foundation
Pastor Jones encourages unity in transition Watch the service With the traditional time for the change of pastors rapidly approaching, Pastor Kelvin emphasized things that hold the church together through times of transitions in leadership. He spoke from 1 Corinthians 1:10-13; 3:5-11 where Paul recounts the factions that had arisen in that church due to…
Three Things God Wants to Do
Pastor Kelvin supports women in ministry Watch the service Pastor Kelvin helped us to dig into Acts chapter 2 this Sunday. The first works of the Holy Spirit in the nascent church reveal to us three things that God wants to do in our church and in our lives today. First of all, we learn…
What Can I Do
Vibrant Faith calls for action Watch the service Did you ever feel like there isn’t much that you can do? I think sometimes we feel that way in the church. We hear sermons about the work of God in the world but come away asking, “What can I do?” We instinctively know that vibrant faith…
Christ Exalted Intercedes for Us
Focus on the exaltation of Christ strengthens our faith Watch the service Attendance was strong on a rainy Sunday morning as Pastor Kelvin Jones led in worship. He reminded the congregation that every Sunday is a mini celebration of the resurrection. But this is especially so in the weeks immediately following Easter. Anna Griffin read…
Foundations for Faith
Visiting soloist inspires Watch the service Music was the highlight again this week as Kim Ouderkirk of Chambers, NY visited our church and sang, “In the Presence of Jehovah” in her rich alto voice. God’s Spirit ministered to the congregation as she sang. Pastor Kelvin followed with an Eastertide message on the importance of the…
Faith for Eternal Life
Easter Celebration Energizes! Watch the service Anticipation was high as many arrived early for Easter service. Lilies, tulips and hyacinths beautified the sanctuary as JoAnne played a stirring rendition of “In Christ Alone,” just before Griffin Mandirola rose to read the Easter story from John 20:1-18. The congregation joined in praise with the hymn, “Christ…
The Message of Salvation through the Cross
Palm Sunday Celebration Watch the service We waved palm fronds and sang “Hosanna in the Highest” and the hymn “Hosanna, Loud Hosanna” as a part of our Palm Sunday service. However, Pastor Kelvin’s message looked toward Good Friday as we dug into the verse, The message of the cross is foolishness to those who are…
Forgiveness from Jesus
Messages for the Easter season begin Watch the service “Forgiveness from Jesus” in one of the precious gifts offered to us because of the death and resurrection of Jesus. Pastor Kelvin chose to introduce this topic through the story told in John about the woman who was caught in adultery (John 8:1-11). She was in…
Finding Strength in Stillness
Prayer in solitude energizes faith Watch the service Followers of Jesus are constantly inspired and challenged by Jesus’ teaching and example concerning prayer in solitude. Pastor Kelvin reminded us that the Bible records several instances of Jesus going apart from the disciples and the crowds for prayer alone. Each time he received strength and direction…