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Worship and the Word from Clinton UMCSeptember 20, 2020 Drive-In Worship ServiceSeptember 20, 2020 Drive-In Worship Service
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Worship and the Word from Clinton UMCSeptember 6, 2020 Drive-In Worship ServiceSeptember 6, 2020 Drive-In Worship Service
2020-09-071h 01Worship and the Word from Clinton UMCAugust 30, 2020 Drive-In Worship ServiceAugust 30, 2020 Drive-In Worship Service
2020-08-311h 05Worship and the Word from Clinton UMCAugust 23, 2020 Drive-In Worship ServiceAugust 23, 2020 Drive-In Worship Service
2020-08-251h 05Worship and the Word from Clinton UMCAugust 16, 2020 Drive-In Worship ServiceAugust 16, 2020 Drive-In Worship Service
2020-08-1757 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCAugust 9, 2020 Drive-In Worship ServiceAugust 9, 2020 Drive-In Worship Service
2020-08-0956 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCAugust 2, 2020 Drive-In Worship Service (Partial Recording)August 2, 2020 Drive-In Worship Service (Partial Recording)
2020-08-0230 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCJuly 26, 2020 Drive-In Worship ServiceJuly 26, 2020 Drive-In Worship Service
2020-07-2657 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCJuly 19, 2020 Drive-In Worship ServiceJuly 19, 2020 Drive-In Worship Service
2020-07-2054 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCJuly 12, 2020 Drive-In Worship ServiceJuly 12, 2020 Drive-In Worship Service
2020-07-1453 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCJuly 5, 2020 Drive-In Worship ServiceJuly 5, 2020 Drive-In Worship Service
2020-07-0546 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCJune 28, 2020 - The Art of Neighboring, Loving Your NeighborJune 28, 2020 - The Art of Neighboring, Loving Your Neighbor
2020-06-2918 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCJune 21, 2020 Embrace God, & All that that Entails - Todd MorganJune 21, 2020 Embrace God, & All that that Entails - Todd Morgan
2020-06-2613 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCJune 14, 2020 - You'll Get Through ThisSheila Stasak delivers a wonderful sermon relating to the times we are currently living in and that "You'll Get Through This".
2020-06-1617 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCJune 7, 2020 - Our Relationship with GodTodd Morgan talks about our relationship with God.
2020-06-0816 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCMay 31, 2020 - This is What Was SpokenPastor Robert celebrates Pentecost (Acts 2:1-21), and marks his final sermon at Clinton UMC, with a message about the miracles that the Holy Spirit can work through the beloved community we call the church.
2020-05-3116 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCMay 24, 2020 - Arm Yourselves With Christ-like IntentionsWe close our look at the letter of 1 Peter (chapters 4-5) by thinking about what it means to live with Christ-like intentions in the middle of a pandemic
2020-05-2422 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCMay 17, 2020 - From Ark to BaptismAs we hear the instructions from 1 Peter (3: 1-22) we ask how Christianity answers the question: what motivates a person to do what is right?
2020-05-1714 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCMay 10, 2020 - Living As aliens and ExilesAs we move further into 1 Peter (2:11-25) we see how being loyal to Christ makes us foreigners to the rest of the world.
2020-05-1016 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCMay 3, 2020 - Living Stonesas we continue looking at 1 Peter (2:1-10) we track down Peter's sources to better understand how we are like living stones (and children and priests).
2020-05-0316 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCApril 26, 2020 - Discipline YourselvesWe continue looking at 1 Peter (1:13-25) to see how the new birth calls us to a life of discipleship.
2020-04-2613 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCApril 19, 2020 - From New Birth to Living HopeThis week we begin our exploration of 1 Peter (1: 1-12) by looking at the bedrock of Peter's argument about how we are to live in the world as Christians.
2020-04-1913 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCApril 12, 2020 - Easter - Terror and Amazement had Seized ThemThis morning we look at the original ending of Mark (16: 1-8) to see how this version of the Easter story speaks into our lives today.
2020-04-1208 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCApril 5, 2020 - Prophet and TroublemakerOn this Palm Sunday we look at what it meant for Jesus to enter Jerusalem on the back of a donkey (Matthew 21: 1-11), and what it continues to mean for us.
2020-04-0515 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCMarch 29, 2020 - Lord if You Had Been There...This morning we look at the resurrection of Lazarus (John 11: 1-45) to ask where should we slow down in reading this story and where should we shout out loud.
2020-03-2922 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCMarch 22, 2019 - Surely, we are not blind, are we?This morning we think about how Jesus' healing a blind man (John 9) is a challenge to systems of oppression.
2020-03-2227 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCMarch 15, 2020 - My Food is to Do God's WillThis week we consider some lived examples of what it means to be sustained on the living water of Jesus (John 4: 4-42)
2020-03-1520 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCMarch 8, 2020 - The Life of the New BirthWe go back to our Methodist roots to hear a modernized version of John Wesley's "The New Birth" in order to understand what Jesus tells Nicodemus in the Gospel of John. (John 3:1-21)
2020-03-0823 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCMarch 1, 2020 - The Temptations of the EnemyThis week we see how Jesus deals with temptation in the wilderness (Matthew 4: 1-11) in order to learn how we can handle temptation.
2020-03-0116 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCFebruary 23, 2020 - Get Up and Don't Be AfraidThis week the gospel of Matthew (17: 1-9) presents us with a story of transformation that resists meaning and asks us to dwell in mystery.
2020-02-2315 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCFebruary 16, 2020 - Life and Death Are Set Before YouThe Deuteronomist (30: 15-20) reminds us that following God requires us to make choices to do good.
2020-02-1615 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCFebruary 9, 2020 - Is this the fast I choose?God speaks through the prophet Isaiah (58: 1-12) to bring a complaint against the people of Judah who have made a mockery out of holiness.
2020-02-0915 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCFebruary 2, 2020 - He has Told You What is GoodWe look at the three simple (but difficult rules) that the book of Micah (6:1-8) tells us are good and required of us.
2020-02-0218 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCJanuary 26, 2020 - Authority Will Be on His ShouldersIsaiah (9:1-7) gives us an oracle that guides us in our thinking about what it means to have godly authority.
2020-01-2619 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCJanuary 19, 2020 - A Light to the NationsThrough Isaiah God proclaims a light to the nations (49: 1-7), so we consider how we can shine our lights.
2020-01-1916 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCJanuary 12, 2020 - Your Mighty Works Within UsLay Servant Todd Morgan explores John the Baptist's feelings of inadequacy when asked to baptize Jesus in order to explore the times in our own lives when we feel inadequate and should turn to God.
2020-01-1614 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCJanuary 5, 2020 - The Twelve Days of ChristmasClinton Administrative Board chair, Sheila Stasak, speaks about the meaning of the twelve days of Christmas and the gifts brought by the wise-men on Epiphany.
2020-01-1613 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCDecember 29, 2019 - He Will Be Called a NazareneThis week we reflect on the flight into Egypt and the slaughter of the Holy Innocents to see how these darker parts of the Christmas story reveal the message of the gospel. (Matthew 2: 13-23)
2019-12-2915 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCChristmas Eve 2019 - And They Shall Call Him EmmanuelRev. Blanchard wades through the genealogy of Jesus and the history of Judah to ask what it means for us to call Jesus the "God who is with us"
2019-12-2511 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCDecember 22, 2019 - When Joseph Awoke From His SleepFor the final Sunday of Advent we look at how Joseph responds to the news that his wife is pregnant with someone else's child.
2019-12-2312 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCDecember 15, 2019 - Are You the One Who is to Come?This week Rev. Blanchard explores another story about John the Baptist (Matthew 11: 2-15) to see what God has to say to us in our moments of doubt.
2019-12-1511 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCDecember 8, 2019 - Here Comes the Kingdom of Heaven!This week John the Baptist tells us about the coming Kingdom of God. (Matthew 3: 1-12) Rev. Blanchard unpacks the invitation that John gives us to change our hearts and lives.
2019-12-0812 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCDecember 1, 2019 - An Unknown HourFor the first Sunday in Advent, Rev. Blanchard explores the message from Jesus (Matthew 24: 36-44) that we must be vigilant as we wait for the reign of God. Also included after the sermon are some brief thoughts upon communion.
2019-12-0114 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCNovember 24, 2019 - The Days of the KingFor Christ the King Sunday we look to the ancient hopes of Jeremiah (23: 1-6) to remind us that no matter how much bad news is in the world we still have hope.
2019-11-2415 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCNovember 17, 2019 - About to CreateWe hear God's promise from Isaiah that a new heaven and new earth are being created (Isaiah 65: 17-25), and talk about what that invitation means for us.
2019-11-1716 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCNovember 10, 2019 - My Spirit Abides Among YouWe look at the prophets of the past to hear their words for our future this morning. (Haggai 2:1-9)
2019-11-1014 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCNovember 3, 2019 - Putting it all in MotionOur spiritual gifts series comes to a close with a reflection for All Saints' Day about what it means for us to use our gifts together as the Church. (James 2: 14-22)
2019-11-0315 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCOctober 27, 2019 - Voice and VisionIn our last round-up of spiritual gifts we talk about those people who help the church to have a united witness and vision. (Ephesians 4: 7, 11-16)
2019-10-2719 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCOctober 20, 2019 - Moving Heads and HeartsAs we continue our series on spiritual gifts we take a look at some of the gifts that move our hearts and minds. (1 Corinthians 12: 1-11)
2019-10-2021 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCOctober 13, 2019 - Hands and FeetOur series on spiritual gifts continues with a look at some of the gifts that let us carry Jesus into the lives of those around us: service, encouragement, leadership, compassion, and generous giving. (Romans 12: 4-8)
2019-10-1318 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCOctober 6, 2019 - Though Many, One BodyThis week we begin a 5 week sermon series on spiritual gifts by thinking about what it means for us to be united as one Body in Jesus Christ.
2019-10-0615 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCSept. 29, 2019 - Be Rich in Good ThingsWe close out the letter of 1 Timothy (6: 6-19) by looking at the political and social implications of becoming a member of Christ's body.
2019-09-2916 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCSeptember 22, 2019 - Power, Prayer, and PracticeThis week Rev. Blanchard looks at some of the more controversial elements of the letter of 1 Timothy (2:1-15) in order to ask how we should read the Bible when it disagrees with itself or we disagree with it.
2019-09-2222 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCSept. 15, 2019 - Avoiding Shipwreck in the FaithThis week Rev. Blanchard draws on John Wesley's sermons on "The Law Established through Faith" in order to unpack 1 Timothy's (1:8-19) lessons about the legitimate use of the law.
2019-09-1518 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCSept. 8, 2019 - Appealing on the Basis of LoveThis week we look at the letter to Philemon to think about what it means to love someone while also holding them accountable.
2019-09-0813 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCSept. 1, 2019 - Invite the Ones Who Can't Repay YouThis week Rev. Blanchard thinks about how Jesus invites us to a life of humility through a lesson about table manners (Luke 14: 1, 7-14).
2019-09-0113 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCAugust 18, 2019 - Interpreting the TimesThis week Jesus declares the he comes to bring division (Luke 12: 49-56) and Rev. Blanchard asks us to think about what it means to be set against the ones we love.
You will also notice a change in audio quality during the sermon due to problems with our sound system that required a portion of the sermon to be re-recorded.
2019-08-1819 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCAugust 11, 2019 - With Great Blessing Comes Great ResponsibilityRev. Blanchard considers some of Jesus' parables (Luke 12: 35-48) to ask how we are using our blessings for the sake of others.
2019-08-1116 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCAugust 4, 2019 - Do Everything in the Name of the Lord JesusIn this final sermon on Paul's letter to the Colossians (3: 1-17), Rev. Blanchard invites us to think about the ordinary ways in which we can practice radical love and forgiveness in order to make our communities the places they ought to be.
2019-08-0421 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCJuly 28, 2019 - Why Do You Live as if You Still Belonged to the World?In this third sermon on the letter to the Colossians (2: 6-20), Rev. Blanchard continues exploring what Paul means when he tells us that Christ is the ruler of rulers by looking at the lives of Dietrich Bonhoeffer and Martin Niemöller.
2019-07-2825 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCJuly 21, 2019 - Continue Steadfast in the FaithThis week we continue our look at the letter to the Colossians (1:15-28) as Rev. Blanchard considers how Christ's nature free us from the judgments of the world.
2019-07-2115 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCCE - ApportionmentsEver wondered where the idea for apportionments comes from? In this Christian Education moment, Rev. Blanchard speaks about some of the scriptural foundation for the practice as well as its centrality to the Methodist movement.
2019-07-1703 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCJuly 14, 2019 - We Haven't Stopped PrayingIn the first of a series on Colossians, Rev. Blanchard ponders how Paul's greeting to the people of Colossae can speak to the polarization of our society. (Colossians 1: 1-14)
2019-07-1415 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCJuly 7, 2019 - Boast of Nothing Except the CrossRev. Blanchard uses Paul's letter to the Galatians (6:1-16) to invite us to consider how we prioritize our lives. Is God a priority for us are do we sometimes leave God waiting on us?
2019-07-0717 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCJune 30, 2019 - Live By the SpiritThis week, Rev. Blanchard looks at the letter of the Galatians to contrast the fruits of the spirit with our selfish desires. (Galatians 5: 1, 13-26)
2019-06-3015 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCJune 23, 2019 - How Big is Your God?Due to recording problems we join ad. board chair, Sheila Stasak mid-thought as she asks how big our God really is if we don't have enough faith to step out of our comfort zones.
2019-06-2509 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCJune 16, 2019 - The Good FatherFor Father's day our ad board chair, Sheila Stasak, reflects on Proverbs 4: 1-27 to consider what makes for a godly father.
2019-06-2514 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCJune 9, 2019 - A Spirit for Every PersonOn Pentecost, Rev. Blanchard focuses on how the Spirit continues to transform the church by bringing the gospel from everywhere to everywhere. (Acts 2:1-21)
2019-06-0914 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCEducation Moment - Annual Conference 2019Rev. Blanchard provides an update on what happened during Michigan's Annual Conference gathering of 2019.
2019-06-0911 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCJune 2, 2019 - One in Being with the FatherWhile Rev. Blanchard was attending Annual Conference, Lay Leader Todd Morgan filled in to provide this sermon asking what it means for us to be in one in God just like Christ was one with God. (Acts 16: 16-34 and John 17:20-26)
2019-06-0615 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCMay 26, 2019 - Following the VisionThis week the mission statement of the church is viewed in light of Paul's own mission to Macedonia (Acts 16: 6-15).
2019-05-2615 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCChristian Education - The American Flag and Military ServiceOccasionally in our worship service Rev. Blanchard provides a moment of Christian Education. This is a time for discussing the teachings of the church on a wide array of topics beyond the scriptural exposition of the sermon. We will be uploading those moments as special episodes separate from our weekly sermons. In this first episode of Christian Education, Rev. Blanchard discusses the notion of having an American flag in the sanctuary and the teachings of the church on military service.
2019-05-2607 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCMay 19, 2019 - Nourished on the Words of the FaithIn celebration of the end of another academic year, Rev. Blanchard offers his thoughts on how education is a gift from God and why we are responsible to keep learning every day. (1 Timothy 4: 6-16)
2019-05-1914 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCMay 12, 2019 - God Our MotherFor Mother's Day, Rev. Blanchard looks at Hagar' story (Genesis 21: 8-21) to ask what we could learn from thinking of God as our Mother.
2019-05-1215 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCMay 5, 2019 - Midwives of FaithRev. Blanchard reflects on the story of Paul's revelation, conviction, and repentance (Acts 9:1-20) to explore what it means for us to experience the new birth...and to help others through the process.
2019-05-0514 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCApril 28, 2019 - Step Out of the BoatThis week our guest preacher is Sheila Stasak, Adminstrative Board Chairperson for Clinton UMC. She reflects on the story of Jesus calling Peter out of the boat in order to challenge us to "step out of the boats" of our comfort zones. (Matthew 14: 22-33)
2019-05-0219 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCApril 21, 2019 (Easter) - Dying and Rising with ChristIn celebration of Easter, Rev. Blanchard, explains why death is nothing to be feared (Luke 23: 55-24: 12)
2019-04-2214 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCApril 14, 2019 - The Stones Would Shout OutFor Palm Sunday, Rev. Blanchard asks whether we would have actually followed Jesus as he entered into Jerusalem. (Luke 19: 28-40)
2019-04-1411 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCApril 7, 2019 - False OutrageRev. Blanchard reflects on John 12: 1-8 to ask and answer why young people are not interested in a church that would rather follow Judas than Mary.
2019-04-0717 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCMarch 31, 2019 - Lost and FoundRev. Blanchard unpacks the story of the prodigal son (Luke 15: 1-3; 11-32) in order to ask where we fit in the story.
2019-03-3114 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCMarch 24, 2019 - Like a TreeReflecting on some of Christ's nature teachings (Luke 13: 6-9; 18-19), Rev. Blanchard discusses the growth of the Kingdom and the work of discipleship.
2019-03-2410 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCMarch 17, 2019 - Repent or PerishAs we continue our Lenten journey Rev. Blanchard calls us to turn toward God inspired by Luke 13: 1-5, 31-35.
2019-03-1714 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCMarch 10, 2019 - Giving Your First Fruits to GodAs we mark the first Sunday during the Lenten season, Rev. Blanchard invites us to consider what it means for us to make a sacrifice to God. (Deuteronomy 26: 1-11)
2019-03-1013 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCAsh Wednesday 2019 - Spare Your People, O LordRev. Blanchard dwells on the words of the prophets to deliver a message of repentance to begin Lent.
2019-03-0812 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCMarch 3, 2019 - Do Not Be Ashamed of ChristThrough the lens of the cross and the transfiguration Rev. Blanchard names some of the ways that the United Methodist Church has pushed the Spirit out of its practice and calls for reform. Before the sermon is a personal statement by Rev. Blanchard regarding the events of General Conference which took place in St. Louis last week, as well as a reading of a pastoral letter from Bishop Bard of the Michigan Episcopal Area.
Message from Bishop Bard 4:38
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2019-03-0322 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCFebruary 24, 2019 - Be MercifulThis week Rev. Blanchard preaches about the second part of Jesus' sermon on the plain (Luke 6:27-38) to explain how love is central to the Christian message.
2019-02-2616 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCFeb 17, 2019 - Blessings and WoesIn this reflection on the Sermon on the Plain (Luke 6:17-26), Rev. Blanchard challenges us to think about whether we would receive Christ's blessing or get a warning from Christ.
2019-02-1813 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCFebruary 10, 2019 - Why God Gives us GiftsRev. Blanchard reflects on how we can find the wealth of the Kingdom when we find ways to serve rather than chasing after material success. Luke 5: 1-11.
2019-02-1311 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCFebruary 3, 2019 - I am Nothing without LoveRev. Blanchard reflects on what it means to practice the kind of love set forth in 1 Corinthians 13.
2019-02-0411 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCJanuary 20, 2019 - You have Saved the Best Wine for LastRev. Blanchard speaks about hope in this reflection on John 2: 1-11.
2019-01-2309 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCJan. 13, 2019 - Pray for Me to the LordRev. Blanchard invites you to stillness and silence this week in a reflection on Acts 8: 9-25.
2019-01-1613 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCJanuary 6, 2019 - What Gifts Do We Have for the MessiahRev. Blanchard asks how we can follow the example of the magi in offering what we have to Christ. Matthew 2: 1-12
2019-01-0911 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCDecember 30, 2018 - Be ThankfulThis week Rev. Blanchard asks how we can prepare for the new year with a Christmas mindset by looking at Colossians 3:12-17.
2018-12-3112 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCA Two-for-One Christmas SpecialThis week Rev. Blanchard delivered a brief homily on Sunday before the Children's Pageant titled, "Mary, The Beloved of God," inspired by Luke 1: 39-55. Then on Christmas Eve he gave a sermon inspired by Luke 2:14 called, "Peace to Those God Favors."
2018-12-2517 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCDecember 16, 2018 - A Baptism of Spirit and FireRev. Blanchard puts on his best John the Baptist imitation as he calls the church to repentance in a sermon inspired by Luke 3: 7-20.
2018-12-1914 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCDecember 9, 2018 - Prepare the Way of the LordAs we move closer to Christmas, Rev. Blanchard contemplates the beginning of John the Baptist's message from Luke 3: 1-6 to explore the roadblocks in our spiritual lives.
2018-12-1214 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCDecember 2, 2018As we enter into Advent, Rev. Blanchard looks at Luke 21: 25-36 to reflect on the anticipation of the season and the hope of the Kingdom.
2018-12-0511 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCNovember 25, 2018 - A King in TruthFor Christ the King Sunday, Rev. Blanchard reflects on what it means to truly call Jesus Lord through John 18: 33-37
2018-11-2813 minWorship and the Word from Clinton UMCOctober 7, 2018 - Jesus is not Ashamed to Call Us Brother and SisterWe're back after a week away (so that Clinton UMC could participate in a community ecumenical service). This week Rev. Blanchard speaks about World Communion Sunday and Hebrews 1: 1-4 and 2:10-18.
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