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The Goodness of God1 Corinthians 12:1-11We can all feel like imposters sometimes - like everyone around us is more gifted than we are. Christians can also get obsessed that whatever gifts that they possess are the most important or most spiritual. People clearly felt both of these things in the 2000 years ago as much as we do now because Paul devotes a good chuck of 1 Corinthians to yelling the opposite of both at the top of his lungs. Everyone has a God given gift, and all gifts are of equal value. The United Methodist Church's spiritual gifts inventory:https...2025-01-1645 min
Breaking Thru the NoiseEpisode 64 - Are you making changes in 2025?Since this is the first new podcast episode of 2025, Charla and I wanted to have a conversation for those of you who want to do some new things this year. We will ask and answer some of the questions you should consider if you are thinking about rebooting or reenergizing your discipleship mission. What are things we should consider to get started making changes or even just tweaks? Where do we find resources to support our efforts? And other pertinent queries to guide us and hopefully propel our churches into more engaged and engaging discipleship cultures.
RESOURCES
Find Practicing the...2025-01-1429 min
One Georgia UMC PodcastConnecting with Ralph ThompsonToday Bishop Dease talks with Rev. Ralph Thompson about starting a new appointment, the value of intergenerational ministry, and being authentically yourself in the pulpit.
Ralph is pastor of Bethany UMC in Smyrna. He holds a Master of Divinity Degree (M.Div) from Candler School of Theology.
Resources on Topics Discussed in This Episode:
Community Partnerships
https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/articles/fostering-effective-community-partnerships
Intergenerational Ministry
https://www.resourceumc.org/en/content/a-church-for-the-ages-vibrant-vital-intentionally-intergenerational
Cross-Racial Appointments
https://www.r2hub.org/library/tag/CRCC#gsc.tab=02024-09-2516 min
Understand Your Bible | Bible Verses, Inductive Bible Study, Biblical Encouragement, Bible Study Method, Scripture Study ToolsCharacteristics of Agape LoveHow do we define love?Katie Mason joins Angie to define agape love as we kick off a podcast series on the sixteen characteristics of love outlined by the apostle Paul in 1 Corinthians 13:4-8.1 Corinthians 13:1 (NASB1995)“If I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, but do not have love [G0026], I have become a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal.”https://livesteadyon.com/Email Angie at: steadyonpodcast@gmail.comFacebook @livesteadyonInstagram @angiebaughman421Grab freebies and subscribe to the weekly Steady On newsletter at: http...2024-08-2633 min
Renew You with Quinn KellyBloom Where You are PlantedPurchase Sacred Marriage HERE.
Discover the way ahead at Indiana Wesleyan University. Learn more here.
Life is not one big story, but instead a compilation of seasons God uses to grow and refine us. When a season isn’t our favorite, it’s tempting to try and rush through the season we are in instead of allowing God to grow us and use our God-given gifts to bloom where we’re planted.
In this episode, Quinn talks about: 1. Different types of seasons God leads us through 2. What happens when we...2024-08-0624 min
Grits and the GospelGrits and the Gospel - August 4, 2024Welcome
11th Sunday After Pentecost
The Lord be with you.
And also with you.
Lesson from the Psalm – Psalm 78:23-29
Apostle’s Creed
Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer
Gospel Lesson – John 6:24-35
Sermon - “I Am The Bread Of Life”
Prayer for the School Year
Benediction UMH 883
In life, in death, in life beyond death,
God is with us, we are not alone...2024-08-0420 min
Unpastorized Podcast124 | Pentecost and the presence of the Holy SpiritHappy birthday to the church! On this episode we are talking about the day of Pentecost. We're learning about why we celebrate, what it means to have the power and presence of the Holy Spirit that points us to Jesus.
In this episode:
What is Pentecost?
Why Pentecost is the “birthday of the church”
What it means to believe in the Holy Spirit
Understand how the Holy Spirit points to Jesus
Resources mentioned:
Pentecost (UMC resource): https://www.umc.org/en/content/ask-the-umc-what-is-pentecost
Find...2024-05-2051 minUnpastorized Podcast119 | Staying rooted in the truth (1 John Part 2)What are you rooted in? This is one of the most important questions we can ask ourselves as believers. On this episode, we are looking at how to root ourselves in the truth and grow as followers of Jesus.
In this episode:
Staying rooted in God’s truth
Avoiding the things that separate us from God
Growing as a disciple
Links mentioned:
Bible Translations Chart: https://tinyurl.com/3u2h62tc
UMC Discipleship resource: https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/articles/the-shape-of-discipleship-12024-04-151h 15Grits and the GospelGrits and the Gospel - Maundy Thursday - March 28, 2024Welcome
Maundy Thursday
The Lord be with you.
And also with you.
Lesson from the Psalm – Psalm 116:1-2, 12-19
Apostle’s Creed
Prayer
Gospel Lesson – John 13:1-17, 31b-35
Homily - “Fluffy Towels”
Benediction UMH 883
In life, in death, in life beyond death,
God is with us, we are not alone.
Thanks be to God.
Resources:
“The United Methodist...2024-03-2813 min
Abortion Recovery for Christian Women | Abortion Regret, Post Abortion, Biblical Healing, Pregnancy Termination, Abortion Bible Verses83 | We All Have Spiritual Gifts, Even YOU. How to Find Which Gifts God Has Blessed You WithHave you ever thought something like, “I’m too broken, God can’t use me?"
Or, "God gives other people gifts, but not me."
NEWSFLASH: we as followers of Jesus have spiritual giftings intentionally given to us through the Holy Spirit.
Yes, even if you have chosen abortion in your past!
So, how do you know what yours are?
Let’s find out!
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Join our online community >>> https://www.facebook.com/groups/christianwomenhealingfromabortion
Follow us on IG >>> @doesgodforgi...2023-11-2420 min
Grand Lake ChurchVows of Membership: The Four Wesleyan Ways of Serving - Sermon Scripture and Questions for Study and Reflection: 1. In what ways do you serve Jesus in and through Grand Lake United Methodist Church? 2. Are you aware there is a program in and through the United Methodist Church which helps equip and empower people in the church? Lay Servant Ministries has a multitude of classes that can equip and enhance your skills and understanding. These can be found at: https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/lay-servant- ministries-catalog. Ray and Valerie Kramer have taken Lay Servant classes, Lay Speaker classes, and Ray is a CLM (Certified La...2023-11-1232 min
Youth Worker Collective PodcastEpisode 137 - The Confirmation ConversationThis week Chris and Jeremy share a list of seven things that could be key elements of your confirmation program.
United Methodist Heritage & Beliefs - https://store.umcdiscipleship.org/product/methodist-heritage-beliefs/?fbclid=IwAR1zSkxB8B3EXdgvGchpBlmMzW0FoqVnhacnojEdX4VLKdlkPyhVIMkHom02023-09-1227 min
MyCom Church Communications and MarketingMyCom podcast Ep. 089: The Written Word is Dead, Right?“The king is dead! Long live the king!” On today’s episode of the MyCom Church Marketing podcast, Dan takes us on a journey to revisit the relevance of the written word. Reports of the written word’s death have been greatly exaggerated.
For more info about Dan Wunderlich go to:
https://www.defininggrace.com/
This episode of the MyCom Podcast is sponsored by United Methodist Higher Education Foundation. To learn more go to: https://umhef.org/
It is also sponsored by Discipleship Ministries – Creating a Narrative Budget – The Story Behind the Numbers...2023-09-0618 minMyCom Church Communications and MarketingMyCom podcast Ep. 089: The Written Word is Dead, Right?“The king is dead! Long live the king!” On today’s episode of the MyCom Church Marketing podcast, Dan takes us on a journey to revisit the relevance of the written word. Reports of the written word’s death have been greatly exaggerated.
For more info about Dan Wunderlich go to:
https://www.defininggrace.com/
This episode of the MyCom Podcast is sponsored by United Methodist Higher Education Foundation. To learn more go to: https://umhef.org/
It is also sponsored by Discipleship Ministries – Creating a Narrative Budget – The Story Behind the Numbers...2023-09-0618 minYouth Worker Collective PodcastEpisode 131 - When Attendance DropsJoin Chris and Jeremy as they sit down to discuss what to do (and what not to do) when attendance drops in your youth ministry. They also share some great resources!
Crash Courses on Administration & Discipleship: https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fstore.umcdiscipleship.org%2Fproduct-category%2Fleadership_resources%2Fcrash-courses-youth-ministry%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR2z1znMysxrVmyMgO7wFOyZp8BZGeFne0lBpbjWJK3WhDwLaRy3Fo-fonE&h=AT1MWypKNJV3qFTR7yHxwtkjTP-S6i02XY4sifH0ztZ1wHdwqjFC7UWS2qCX5oDXL2lFFrGR8vvQ_zbKgbgu0h6EhOibs7_r3e83J7U4z-3kwuq--suqc7_NxEqt3r88wuCH_1U&__tn__=R]-R&c[0]=AT18NpKtVipjJOPRIWXn7qE1-j347DO30...2023-08-0123 minYouth Worker Collective PodcastEpisode 130 - Pew Research on Believing What I BelieveChris and Jeremy look at some Pew research results about what adults say is important to them when it comes to shared beliefs between themselves and their kids.
Links from today's episode:
Pew Research Article: https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pewresearch.org%2Fsocial-trends%2F2023%2F01%2F24%2Fparenting-in-america-today%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR2V1_Lt1fERrAI7PRdz7W-SBo9VcbVP9BOITDDTVJ2LCZmqPSOaeKOTjI0&h=AT2Rrkg2n9u5L8KiuHnMh-POX7Z_8Fyg7UWKfpQAGT6cIBOjUMpUZe18Z3_GvbsvwgSJenIPNO8qsAfgx8K2mGoYi5k9h3rFvAmuhSo943HGb328b7itswYwZ_aJNdYTTUAlamA&__tn__=R]-R&c[0]=AT28gVC0jSurjpijoCqKFKqGYgz6uUhFxT2btpwNz7PUnkOcIl0KYEmZ9W6G3...2023-07-2532 min
PlainSpokenBitter Medicine: Ordaining LiarsIf those leaving the UMC for conscience's sake want to do better, rather than perpetuating the same dysfunction in another decade or so, then it would do them well to discern what beliefs and practices got them to this point. If conservatives want to hear about how perfect they have been while the liberals have been evil and at fault for every single thing, then they aren't going to like me very much. I think conservatives have done a lot to create the current situation. If they aren't self-aware, they will do the same thing again, wherever they go.2023-05-2341 min
The United Church of Hinesburg PodcastMay 7, 2023 Worship ServiceThe Fifth Sunday of EasterCommunion Sunday, Rural Life Sunday Gospel Lesson: Luke 15:1-10Contemporary Lesson: "Field Liturgy" by Jamie Hunyor, 2017Homily: "Margins" Rev. Jared Hamilton“Field Liturgy” by Jamie Hunyor was first published in Jettison on March 28, 2017, and republished in The New Farmer’s Almanac, Volume IV, 2019, p. 182-83. “Litany of Care” is reproduced at: https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/rural-life-sunday, accessed 9/10/2019. To learn more about the mission and programs of the United Church of Hinesburg, visit the website at www.ucofh.org. To support the ongoing work at UCH, donate at https...2023-05-0840 min
Sellersburg United Methodist Church Sermon PodcastSERMON | Psalm 23 & 1 Peter 2:19-25 | A LIVING HOPE - 3. "Guardian of the Soul" by Mark Ritter at Sellersburg United Methodist Church in Sellersburg, IndianaThe sermon material comes from umcdiscipleship.org2023-04-3019 min
Worship MattersWorship Matters: Episode 85 – Out of the AshesJoin the Discipleship Ministries Worship Team for a conversation about the upcoming service of lament and subsequent webinars helping the church navigate the emotions and experiences of this time of disaffiliation within The United Methodist Church. The Out of the Ashes service is shaped around Psalm 77 and the expression of lament and then the grounding of hope. This service will be broadcast on Thursday, April 20 at 11 a.m. CDT. It will then be archived and available for viewing at other times. We follow the service with a webinar unpacking the service and inviting local churches or other bodies to contextualize...2023-04-1023 min
Bearded Theologians3.9.23 Beardcast Is Christ Real To Me?This week on the Beardcast Matt and Zach look at question 22 on the Wesleyan Questions for Holy Clubs. (https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/everyday-disciples-john-wesleys-22-questions)
Connect with the Bearded Theologians at https://www.linktr.ee/Beardedtheologians2023-03-1011 min
Sermons at Wayne Community ChurchNot LackingJanuary 15, 2023Rev. Angela RotherhamPsalm 40: 1-111 Corinthians 1: 1-9Inspired by and excerpts taken from worship planning on www.umcdiscipleship.org2023-02-0715 minSermons at Wayne Community ChurchBlessed AreJanuary 29, 2023Rev. Angela RotherhamMatthew 5: 1-12Inspired by and excerpts taken from worship planning at www.umcdiscipleship.org2023-02-0707 minSermons at Wayne Community ChurchYou AreRev. Angela RotherhamMatthew 5: 13-20Inspired by and excerpts taken from worship planning materials found at www.umcdiscipleship.org2023-02-0710 minSermons at Wayne Community ChurchGod of the Dark and the LightRev. Angela RotherhamMatthew 2: 1-12Inspired by www.umcdiscipleship.org Worship Series2023-01-1222 minSermons at Wayne Community ChurchThe Water's FineRev. Angela RotherhamMatthew 3: 1-6, 13-17Inspired by www.umcdiscipleship.com "Glimpses of the Kin-Dom" Worship Series2023-01-1213 min
Youth Worker Collective PodcastEpisode 109 - No Youth MinistryThis week Chris and Jeremy sit down with Sam Halverson to talk about growing a youth ministry at a church that didn't see their potential or the ministry that was already there.
Links mentioned in today's episode:
Perkins School of Theology Microgrants - https://rebootyouthministry.com/?fbclid=IwAR26bw_9hTnctmwF0XGrmZJTsofGfMLw6jPaoYd77W07ADWl6WbY0P90Y8Q
Discipleship Ministries One Matters Award - https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/about/one-matters?fbclid=IwAR0fHG3jRFSZ80u2kp9N-HaQIpzJrmlRub5WOJIg0x1_DVxzXg3VO505zqI2023-01-0322 min
Sundays with the Gathering - Palm Beach GardensNew Year RenewalWESLEY'S COVENANT SERVICE Commit yourselves to Christ as his servants. Give yourselves to him, that you may belong to him. Christ has many services to be done. Some are more easy and honorable, others are more difficult and disgraceful. Some are suitable to our inclinations and interests, others are contrary to both. In some we may please Christ and please ourselves. But then there are other works where we cannot please Christ except by denying ourselves. It is necessary, therefore, that we consider what it means to be a servant of Christ. Let us, therefore, g...2023-01-0117 min
Pesquisas MormonasEpisodio 325: Las acusaciones de abuso ritual contra la Iglesia MormonaReferencias:
Noticias
- Estatua de José Smith en la India: https://masfe.org/noticias/estatua-de-jose-smith-en-la-india/?fbclid=IwAR2d7ossAnbEkWZYXeu18NoBWVPbKj5PJlCV-RHIH-dUwK828gr7cfTMKY4
- La Iglesia está construyendo un templo en la India: https://www.sltrib.com/religion/2022/11/26/whats-giant-statue-mormonisms/
- La Iglesia apoya el matrimonio gay: https://apnews.com/article/religion-relationships-gay-rights-utah-07847f4b7e3e96d81c10a298a199b860
- Razón por el apoyo: https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2022/11/23/mormons-respect-for-marriage-support-sham/
- Oaks miente que si el gobierno legaliza el matrimonio gay, van a obligar a la...2022-12-062h 13
On the Blue Line Podcast for Law EnforcementMORNING ROLL CALL | How Cops can find Peace of Mind this Holiday Season | 91MORNING ROLL CALL | How Cops can find Peace of Mind this Holiday Season | 91 ** Start at https://www.ontheblueline.com/podcast-show-notes for the complete show notes to each episode. The On The Blue Line Podcast and Community has the mission of Empowering Cops in their personal lives and educating the public on the realities of law enforcement. This law enforcement podcast is focused on providing concepts, ideas, and actionable steps that can make a difference in your life. The morning roll call is a weekly monologue show with Wayne Mulder. The Interview Room podcast is an interview style format hosted b...2022-12-0521 min
Means of GraceOffering Gratitude for Our Cloud of WitnessesThis week, we spend some time thinking about the people who have shaped our personal faith, and the faith of our Church. We remember the saints of scripture and the saints of our stories. We offer gratitude for our "cloud of witnesses." Resources: Discipleship Ministries | A Prayer Meditation for All Saints Day (umcdiscipleship.org)2022-10-2817 minSermons at Wayne Community ChurchMind the GapRev. Angela RotherhamLuke 16: 14-16, 19-31Inspired by and excerpts taken from the worship series posted on www.umcdiscipleship.org/worship-planning for September 2022. Also includes quotes from, "The Economics of the Parables" by Father Robert Sirico.2022-09-2721 minSermons at Wayne Community ChurchDebts Are TossedRev. Angela RotherhamLeviticus 25 (selected verses)Luke 16: 1-15Inspired by and some quotes taken from the worship series theme for September posted on www.umcdiscipleship.org/worship-planning and used by permission.2022-09-2021 minSermons at Wayne Community ChurchFinding the LostRev. Angela Rotherham1 Timothy 1: 12-17Luke 15: 1-10The worship series themes for September are posted on www.umcdiscipleship.org/worship-planning and used by permission.2022-09-1416 min
Hello SomebodyLet's Keep Steppin' with Senator Nina TurnerIn this last episode of the season, Senator Turner reflects. She inspires us to focus on life as a journey, not a destination. Speaking from the heart, SNT stays true-to-form and gets deep in her inspirational quotes to demonstrate the message that life is not a straight line; it is bumpy as hell, but we’ve GOTS to keep on keepin’ on. #HELLOSomebody Links: “Life is a journey, not a destination” - Ralph Waldo Emmerson https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/24142-life-is-a-journey-not-a-destination Songs: Love Lifted Me https...2022-08-0430 min
ThoughtSeedsEpisode 243: "O For a Thousand Tongues to Sing"On the first anniversary of his conversion, which happened to be Pentecost Sunday in 1739, Charles Wesley penned this outstanding hymn. In fact, penning a hymn on his conversion anniversary was something he made a tradition for years afterward. The title is said to come from something Wesley heard his spiritual mentor say. Moravian missionary Peter Bohler was reported to have said "Had I a thousand tongues, I would praise Him with them all!"1. https://reasonabletheology.org/hymn-story-o-for-a-thousand-tongues-to-sing/2. https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/history-of-hymns-o-for-a-thousand-tongues-to-sing3. https://hymnstudiesblog.wordpress.com/2008/09/26/quoto-for-a-thousand-tongues-to-singquot/2022-04-0715 min
ThoughtSeedsEpisode 237: "As the Deer"From a soul-searching session at a piano, Marty Nystrom was given this beautiful song of worship after seeing a Bible open to Psalm 42 nearby. Does your soul long for Jesus the way a thirsty deer longs for fresh water?1. https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/history-of-hymns-as-the-deer2. https://www.christianity.com/wiki/bible/meaning-of-apple-of-my-eye-in-the-bible.html2022-03-2918 min
NCC MoreBible Class: Discipleship Part 2 - Alexx HebertHere at NCC, we have a mission to create Christ-centered, culture-changing community here and around the world. Our pastors, Phillip and Destiny Deas, staff, and servant-leaders are excited to help you connect to this community. Visit our website at ncc.team or follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and twitter @ccnorthpoint.
Wesley's Accountability Questions: https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/everyday-disciples-john-wesleys-22-questions
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ThoughtSeedsEpisode 234: "Come, Thou Fount"In the 1750s, Robert Robinson was a teenaged rebel, living as far away from his Christian upbringing as possible. He led a gang of young men into a revival meeting led by George Whitefield for the sole purpose of heckling and making fun of the entire affair. Instead, he was sobered and white-faced by the words of the great man of God. After surrendering to the Christ he'd been mocking and running from, he became a pastor himself, truly gifted at speaking and preaching. Several years after that all-important revival meeting, he penned the words to "Come, Thou Fount." Join...2022-03-1722 min
The Caring CongregationAll Things Young Adults with Chris Wilterdink - Season 4, Episode 8Join Rev. Melissa and Chris Wilterdink, Director of Young People’s Ministries at Discipleship Ministries of the United Methodist Church, as they talk about how to encourage and support young adults as they grow and mature. How can the church care for young persons and honor their value and worth?
https://soundcloud.com/thecaringcongregation
https://podcasts.apple.com/.../the-caring.../id1568949603...
umcyoungpeople.org
https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/courageous-conversations-overview
thecaringcongregation.com2022-03-0135 min
ThoughtSeedsEpisode 220: "In Christ Alone"From a pastor's son in the UK and an Irish musician, we have perhaps the best-loved hymn in the 21st century. Stuart Townend and Keith Getty brought their God-breathed talents together in this powerful anthem about the life, death, resurrection and power of Jesus Christ. In Christ alone, my hope is found. Join me to learn more about this hymn, rich with truths about our Savior.1. https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/articles/history-of-hymns-in-christ-alone-my-hope-is-found2022-02-0321 min
ThoughtSeedsEpisode 210: "Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise"“Now unto the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only wise God, be honor and glory for ever and ever. Amen” This verse in 1 Timothy 1:7 is the inspiration for the title and opening line of the hymn of adoration "Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise," by William Chalmers Smith. Join me to learn more about how this hymn came to be and the richness of theology and doctrine bursting from every line. 1. Morgan, Robert J., Then Sings My Soul: Special Edition, W Publishing © 2010, pg 265 2. https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/history-of-hymns-immortal-invisible-god-only-wise3. https://www.hymnologyarchive.com/immortal-invisible4. https://hymnstudiesblog.wordp...2021-12-3114 min
Fkd Up By FaithAdvent Reflections #4 - With Roger Wolsey & Chris BrownThis is our fourth and final 'reflections' episode for the period of Advent and Midwinter, and it is a wonderful double feature!
Roger Wolsey - who was the very first guest on the podcast returns with a really beautiful reflection on the Advent candle themes of hope, love, joy, and peace. Roger is a United Methodist pastor based in Colorado, and author of the book 'Kissing Fish - Christianity for People Who don't Like Christianity'
We then hear from Chris Brown - a UK-based freelance facilitator specialising in LGBTQ+ inclusion, mental health, and suicide prevention...2021-12-2026 min
Fkd Up By FaithAdvent Reflection #1- With Dawn ListerA slight detour for FUBF for a few weeks. Indulge us.
For the period of Advent, a few previous guests are recording reflections on the themes of hope, healing, reconciliation and forgiveness.
In this first, beautiful and mindful reflection, we hear from Dawn Lister, who was my guest back in episode 4. Dawn is a Yoga and Mindfulness teacher and co-owner of Anahata Yoga Centre in Leigh on Sea. She is a Mum and a writer who is currently working on a memoir about her experiences of growing up as a Jehovah's Witness.
The p...2021-11-2914 min
Seriously, What the Frick?CAUGHT: John ListHappy Friday, y'all. This week we're talking about the mass murderer who almost got away, John List. After spending almost 18 years on the run, was finally caught because of the TV show America's Most Wanted. S O C I A L S:https://seriouslywhatthefrick.com/Twitter: seriouslywhatthefrickEmail: seriouslywhatthefrick33@gmail.comInstagram: seriously_what_the_frickPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/seriouslywhatthefrickYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYpr2EzAO2RBuFiXRy1yL1wFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/swttfpodcastS O U...2021-11-1227 min
Worship MattersWorship Matters: Episode 52 - What is Worship For?That might seem like an odd question; worship just is! But the worship team suggests in our new resource “Forming Disciples Through Worship” (available https://store.umcdiscipleship.org/shop-all/) that worship has the intent of forming disciples. Listen in as Dr. Cynthia Wilson, Dr. Diana Sanchez-Bushong, and Dr. Derek Weber present this resource and discuss how worship teams and leaders might use this resource, what evaluation of worship means, and, of course, what worship is for.2021-10-1137 min
MusicBasics4KeyboardHymns by Fanny Crosby (1820-1915)Write it on your heart that every day is the best day of the year. Emerson. Because of her long life, Fanny Crosby had an extraordinary relationship with several United States presidents, even penning poems in their honor on occasion, and she was influential on the spiritual life of or a friend to Presidents Martin Van Buren (8th), John Tyler (10th), James K. Polk (11th), and Grover Cleveland (22nd and 24th). She addressed a joint session of Congress on the topic of education for the blind.
BLESSED ASSURANCE - Text by Fanny Crosby. "Blessed A...2021-10-0604 minWorship MattersWorship Matters: Episode 51 – Advent & More, Resources for Worship PlanningThis episode, the worship team presents the upcoming worship series posted on UMCDiscipleship.org. Bring your calendar and note pads as Dr. Cynthia Wilson, Dr. Diana Sanchez-Bushong, and Dr. Derek Weber talk worship planning, lectionary series, music, and liturgy for the rest of Year B and the beginning of Year C. They also cast a vision for worship beyond the confines of culture and traditional practice. Worship reflects what is and casts a vision for what might be—the kin-dom of God. Join us for this practical and inspirational approach to worship planning.2021-09-1338 min
Beer & Hymns26: This Is My Father's WorldVerse 1 (sung at the beginning)
This is my Father's world,
And to my listening ears
All nature sings, and round me rings
The music of the spheres.
This is my Father's world:
I rest me in the thought
Of rocks and trees, of skies and seas--
His hand the wonders wrought.
Verse 2 (sung at the end)
This is our Father's world:
O let us not forget
That though the wrong is great and strong,
2021-07-2517 minBeer & Hymns24: All Hail the Power of Jesus' NameVerse 1 (sung at the beginning)
All hail the power of Jesus' name!
Let angels prostrate fall.
Bring forth the royal diadem,
and crown him Lord of all.
Bring forth the royal diadem,
and crown him Lord of all!
Verse 2 (sung at the end)
Ye chosen seed of Israel's race
Ye ransomed from the fall,
hail him who saves you by his grace,
and crown him Lord of all.
Hail him who saves you by his...2021-07-1118 min
Means of GraceCelebrating Juneteenth in Western North CarolinaJesse Enniss and Kim Ingram talk with persons from two different communities who are celebrating Juneteenth for the first time. D’Andre Ash is helping to coordinate the event at Lake Junaluska and Lakeysha Medlin and Bruce Handy share the plans for celebrating in Marshville. Learn more about Juneteenth and ways you can celebrate! Resources: Discipleship Ministries | Juneteenth Day Worship Resources (umcdiscipleship.org) Town of Marshville - Juneteenth | Facebook Marshville Juneteenth event Beyond the Books Facebook page Beyond the Books reading guide JUNETEENTH Freedom Celebration at...2021-06-1541 min
The Discerning Leader PodcastEvaluate a Good Song | Discerning God in Song (Ep 05)Host: Steve Macchia, Guest: Dave Currie “A living church always needs new expressions in song to meet the immediacy of current and particular circumstances.” – Dave Currie Spiritual songs and hymns help us become more discerning leaders. As we sing, regardless of our unique context, we join with the voices of saints from around the world who worship musically with songs of our Christian faith. How may distinct races, denominations, or ethnic groups have you joined in song? Engaging in song theologically, emotionally, and experientially is good for the soul. We evaluate a good song theologically by hol...2021-05-2734 min
Appalachian LiturgyOur Spiritual Gift Inventory | Kingdom Livin'This week on Kingdom Livin' we go through a spiritual gift inventory exercise (survey) to try and figure out what spiritual gifts we may have and discern amongst ourselves if we agree or disagree with the quiz. Including the link to the spiritual gift exercise if anyone would like to take it, if you do please comment with your top 3 spiritual gifts :) Hope you enjoy it!
Inventory: https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/spiritual-gifts-inventory/en
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Faceboo...2021-05-1039 minThe Discerning Leader PodcastOld Testament Songs | Discerning God in Song (Ep 01) Host: Steve Macchia, Guest: Dave Currie “A song is the quickest route on the longest journey – 18 inches from the head to the heart and then back again.” –Dave Currie Our own leadership discernment grows as we enter into others’ experience of noticing God in worship and song. We get to know others from around the world as we sing their songs. This has been true since the dawn of time, and is expressed throughout the Scriptures. In the Old Testament, particularly the Psalms, we find God’s peop...2021-04-2930 min
ThoughtSeedsEpisode 136: "God Will Take Care of You"A simple question from a believing child ("Don't you believe God will take care of Mother while you are gone?") led that mother, Civilla Martin, to pen the words to this famous hymn, "God Will Take Care of You." Later that evening, her husband sat down at his little organ and composed the melody. Do WE believe that God will take of US? Join me as we study this hymn -- where it came from and what it means.https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/history-of-hymns-god-will-take-care-of-youhttp://littlebirdieblessings.blogspot.com/2015/03/hymn-story-god-will-take-care-of-you.htmlhttps://wordwisehymns.com/2010/08/21...2021-02-1813 min
ThoughtSeedsEpisode 133: "Amazing Grace"Perhaps no other song has made such an impact on so many lives across the world than Amazing Grace. In our study this week of "Lost and Found," I find the lostness of John Newton exceedingly profound, as well as how he was found and went from blindness to sight, from wretch to covered by amazing grace. Join me as we look further at John Newton's life, and dig into this life-changing hymn.Morgan, Robert J. Then Sings My Soul: Special Edition; W. Publishing Group © 2010; Pg 163https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/history-of-hymns-amazing-grace-part-i2021-02-1116 min
ThoughtSeedsEpisode 130: "Open My Eyes, That I May See"In 1895, "Open My Eyes, That I May See" was published as part of a collection of hymns by Mrs. Clara H. Scott. Clara Scott made history as the first woman to have a full book of her own compositions published, and later, two more song collections of hers were published, one a book of hymns. Of the many songs she wrote and composed, the only one she remains known for is "Open My Eyes, That I May See." Her life was cut short at age 66 in an accident involving a runaway horse and buggy. Join me in this episode of...2021-02-0514 min
Worship MattersWorship Matters: Episode 36 - Ideas for Ash Wednesday & LentIn this episode of the Worship Matters podcast, Dr. Diana Sanchez-Bushong, Director of Music Ministries, talks with Shelley Walters, Director of Faith Development at Saint John’s UMC in Austin, Texas, and Rev. Lisa Straus, Senior Pastor of Buda UMC in Buda, Texas, about how to have a COVID-safe observance of Ash Wednesday. With all the restrictions and limitations still in place, what might our Ash Wednesday look like this year? What about Holy Week and other Lenten services? Listen as we discuss these vital and practical issues with practitioners. Supporting this podcast, the worship team posted this article with ot...2021-02-0140 min
ThoughtSeedsEpisode 121: "O Worship the King"From the battlefields of Culloden Moor to the governer's residence in Bombay, India, travel with me as we learn how the great hymn, "O Worship the King," came to be. Based on the text of Psalm 104, we're treated to the full display of God's splendor and majesty, and inspired to worship Him as our "Maker, Defender, Redeemer, and Friend."https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/history-of-hymns-o-worship-the-king2021-01-0112 min
Comfort & Joy: Christmas ConversationsEpisode 9 - Joy to the WorldWe've made it to the end of our Christmas Journey for this season of Comfort and Joy! And what better song to end with than "Joy to the World! The Lord Is Come"?
But what if I told you this carol really had NOTHING to do with Christmas?
What if I told you, it's melody was STOLEN from a great composer?
Let's take a deep dive into one of the most famous Christmas Carols of all time!
Don't forget to check out meadowsbaptist.org for our live stream services every Sunday...2020-12-3049 min
Big Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 03 | Carol #3 + Medley Sing-a-long!It’s the week of Christmas! It is only 2 DAYS AWAY! Today we’re learning about a song that wasn’t intended to be a Christmas carol, but has joined a host of many beloved songs we sing year after year during the holiday season! BONUS: We share a SPECIAL carol sing-a-long featuring some of our FAVORITE Christmas tunes with you and your family! SOURCE(s): https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/history-of-hymns-hymn-expresses-longing-for-arrival-of-our-savior , https://rts.edu/resources/come-thou-long-expected-jesus/ RESOURCES: https://www.bigtruthsforlittlehearts.net/2020-12-2316 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 02 | Carol #2: One Small VillageThis week we're learning about an advent carol with the letter "B" in the title! Do you know which one that might be? Come and check it out with us!Sources:https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/history-of-hymns-o-little-town-of-bethlehemWeekly Resources:https://www.bigtruthsforlittlehearts.net/blogWho is God?https://www.bigtruthsforlittlehearts.net/blog2020-12-1715 minBig Truths for Little Hearts: Stories for KidsEp. 01 | Our Premiere Episode(Carol #1):Away in a Manger!Welcome to Big Truths for Little Hearts! We're THRILLED you're here to share in a journey of song with us! Today we're learning about the history behind the hymn, "Away in a Manger"--a Christmas classic that celebrates the joy of the incarnate Saviour! DON’T FORGET to stop by the webpage to find coloring pages and lyrics to today’s song! We’ve also added a special DEVOTION! So snuggle up with your favorite people and open God’s word together! Show notes:https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/history-of-hymns-away-in-a-mangerhttps://www.classicfm.com/discover-music/occasions/christmas/away-in-a-manger-lyrics-history-carol/2020-12-0809 min
Sellersburg United Methodist Church Sermon Podcast11.08.20 | GAIN. SAVE. GIVE. - Faithful & Clever Stewardship (part 1)Luke 16:1-13 -- We follow the call of this parable through the words and wisdom of John Wesley. Wesley's sermon, "The Use of Money," gives us three rules for faithful and clever/shrewd stewardship in finances: 1. GAIN all you can, 2. SAVE all you can, 3. GIVE all you can.
Let's revisit this sermon and bring our own stewardship into conversation with our faithfulness in God.
Are you ready to trust God in your financial stewardship?
For Wesley's full sermon, visit: https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/articles/the-use-of-money-by-john-wesley2020-11-0833 min
Victory Has A VoiceEp 29 Expressions of God's Love with Laurie KleinIn this episode I get to chat with writer, musician, and artist Laurie Klein, who wrote the praise chorus, “I love you Lord and I lift my voice.” Laurie shares the where, when, and how the song first came into being. She describes it as a time when she had nothing to offer and how God gave her the song in a moment of despair. She says God took His song and blew it like a kiss across the world to those who needed it. She also recounts the many times in her life when God has reminded her that...2020-11-0556 min
Love God And Your Neighbor"With the Lord Forever", Partial Worship Service. Podcast, Laura Hutchinson, First Christian, Anniston, AL"With the Lord Forever", Partial Worship Service. Podcast, Laura Hutchinson, First Christian, Anniston, AL
(Send donations on website - www.fccanniston.org, or mail to 1327 Leighton Ave., Anniston, AL 36207)
Say hello to our music team, Gerald Roberts (our director of music) on Keyboard, Annie Ingram playing the trumpet and percussion, and Jason Wright, our worship leader....................
Scripture from 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 ....................
THE LITANY OF REMEMBRANCE following communion:
Leader: By partaking in this meal, we remember that Christ was born.
ALL: CHRIST DIED.
Leader: Christ was raised.2020-11-0200 minWorship MattersWorship Matters Episode 24 - Dr. Eric BarretoIn this episode of the Worship Matters podcast, Director of Preaching Ministries, Dr. Derek Weber talks with Dr. Eric Barreto, Weyerhaeuser Associate Professor of New Testament at Princeton Theological Seminary. Dr. Barreto wrote “Preaching About Racism in America: What Comes Next?” which was first published on ChurchAnew.org. Many preachers took the bold step of preaching about the racism pandemic after the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis and the subsequent protests that sprang up around the world (see: https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/articles/sermons-on-anti-racism). Dr. Barreto argues that while a good beginning, there is more work to be done. List...2020-08-0333 min
ThoughtSeedsEpisode 49: "I Surrender All"For five years, Judson Van DeVenter wrestled with the decision of whether to continue his career as a teacher, or to transition into fulltime evanglistic ministry. Finally, he gave in, and when he did, he wrote this beautiful and enduring hymn, "I Surrender All." What is God calling you to surrender? A different job, like Van DeVenter? Or maybe you know He's been nudging you to give up certain activities, but you're holding on. They might even be good things, but He's asking you to lay them down! Whatever it is, listen to this song and the beautiful truths in...2020-07-0214 min
Sermons – Broadway United Methodist ChurchHoly ThursdayThis was an online Holy Thursday and Digital Communion service.
The Liturgy we used can be found here:
https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/book-of-worship/a-service-of-word-and-table-v-with-persons-who-are-sick-or-homebound2020-04-0900 min
Sermons – Port Colden United Methodist ChurchHoly ThursdayThis was an online Holy Thursday and Digital Communion service.
The Liturgy we used can be found here:
https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/book-of-worship/a-service-of-word-and-table-v-with-persons-who-are-sick-or-homebound2020-04-0900 minWorship MattersWorship Matters: Special Response EpisodeIn this special edition of the Worship Matters podcast, the worship team weighs in on worship during the COVID-19 quarantine. Despite being unable to gather as a body, there are ways we can connect as a worshiping community. Listen in as we discuss the struggles and possibilities, and then offers a word of hope and comfort to all those struggling with being the church in this unprecedented time. Keep checking UMCDiscipleship.org for updates and suggestions.
“Worship Matters” is a podcast from the worship team of Discipleship Ministries, designed to deal with the intricacies of planning worship each week. Hosted by D...2020-03-1940 min
Weezer Has Turned and Left Us HereEpisode 32: Weez Wish You a Merry ChristmasIt’s episode NUMBER THIRTY TWO of Weezer Has Turned and Left Us Here. Merry Christmas (in a week). This week, Sara and Matt talk about the digital EP “Christmas With Weezer” with the band taking on Christmas standards. Which is good? Are any good? Find out...
LINKS:
Christmas With Weezer https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyWqi49iHv9rZnVFms9QbWQelWeiXtRML
Tapulous https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tapulous
Tap Tap iOS game series https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tap_Tap_(series)
Weezerpedia: Christmas With Weezer https://www.weezerpedia.com/wiki/Christmas_with_Weezer
Discipleship Ministries: History of Hymns: "O Come, All Ye...2019-12-1800 min
Small Groups in the Wesleyan WayHow to Start Small Groups:In this session, we hear from Rachel Gilmore, Director of Recruiting, Assessing, and Training for Community Engagement and Church Planting at Discipleship Ministries. Rachel, also a former church planter, will cover a wide range of topics including in-home versus at-church small groups, the connection between worship and small groups, and the various roles within small groups. To participate in the online course for free, visit smallgroups.umcdiscipleship.org.2019-12-0834 min
Small Groups in the Wesleyan WayHow to Start Small Groups: Interview with Rachel GilmoreIn this session, we hear from Rachel Gilmore, Director of Recruiting, Assessing, and Training for Community Engagement and Church Planting at Discipleship Ministries. Rachel, also a former church planter, will cover a wide range of topics including in-home versus at-church small groups, the connection between worship and small groups, and the various roles within small groups. To participate in the online course for free, visit smallgroups.umcdiscipleship.org.2019-12-0834 min
Small Groups in the Wesleyan WayHow to Start Small Groups: Interview with Motoe Yamada FoorPeople inside and outside of our churches are hungering for places that feel smaller and offer welcome, connection, and belonging. Small groups offer that and so much more. In this session, we will hear a unique perspective from Rev. Motoe Yamada Foor who serves at the Sacramento Japanese United Methodist Church, the Garden Church. Pastor Motoe will help us explore the essential elements of a small groups and casting a vision for small groups among other important ideas. To participate in the online course for free, visit smallgroups.umcdiscipleship.org.2019-11-2522 minSmall Groups in the Wesleyan WayHow to Start Small Groups: Interview with Matoe Yamada FodorPeople inside and outside of our churches are hungering for places that feel smaller and offer welcome, connection, and belonging. Small groups offer that and so much more. In this session, we will hear a unique perspective from Rev. Matoe Yamada Fodor who serves at the Sacramento Japanese United Methodist Church, the Garden Church. Pastor Matoe will help us explore the essential elements of a small groups and casting a vision for small groups among other important ideas. To participate in the online course for free, visit smallgroups.umcdiscipleship.org.2019-11-2522 min
Rise.HereEpisode 0: Preparing For AdventWelcome to the rise podcast. Rise is a contemporary service at the First United Methodist Church of Escondido. We are a gathering of spiritual sojourners walking in the way of Jesus learning to love God and our neighbors as we best we can.
On this season of the Rise podcast, we invite you to join us as we explore what Advent is, the meaning behind it, and how we can begin to discover the deep joy of heaven touching earth.
Each week during our advent series you can expect a meditation that will help you g...2019-11-2426 min
Small Groups in the Wesleyan WayHow to Start Small Groups: Interview with Mark Youngman and Joy DodgePeople inside and outside of our churches are hungering for places that feel smaller and offer welcome, connection, and belonging. Small groups offer that and so much more. In this session, Mark Youngman and Joy Dodge of Providence United Methodist Church help us explore the big “why” of small group ministry. To participate in the online course for free, visit http://smallgroups.umcdiscipleship.org.2019-11-1131 min
Small Groups in the Wesleyan WayHow to Start Small Groups: Interview with Mark Youngman and Joy DodgePeople inside and outside of our churches are hungering for places that feel smaller and offer welcome, connection, and belonging. Small groups offer that and so much more. In this session, Mark Youngman and Joy Dodge of Providence United Methodist Church help us explore the big “why” of small group ministry. To participate in the online course for free, visit http://smallgroups.umcdiscipleship.org.2019-11-1131 minSmall Groups in the Wesleyan WayHow to Start Small Groups: Interview with Brad KalajainenIn this session, we will hear from Pastor Brad Kalajainen, the author of "How to Start Small Groups" which serves as our main text for this course. Kalajainen highlights the role of small groups in pastoral care and growing disciples and leaders within the church. To participate in the online course for free, visit http://smallgroups.umcdiscipleship.org.2019-10-2824 min
Small Groups in the Wesleyan WayHow to Start Small Groups: Interview with Brad KalajainenIn this session, we will hear from Pastor Brad Kalajainen, the author of "How to Start Small Groups" which serves as our main text for this course. Kalajainen highlights the role of small groups in pastoral care and growing disciples and leaders within the church. To participate in the online course for free, visit http://smallgroups.umcdiscipleship.org.2019-10-2824 min
Smart Bible WomenEpisode 2: Why are we Christians?Welcome to Smart Bible Women! This podcast is a dream come true, and I hope that you start to see my zeal for making God's Word known and understood, and that you have a desire to do so confidently as well. Here at SBW, I teach women to be unshakable in God's Word, and empowered as daughters of God and followers of Christ Jesus. We tackle hard texts, difficult topics, and dive into God's Word to understand how it applies to our lives, all to the glory of God.
This episode, we're going to ask...2019-01-0841 min
Bearded TheologiansBeardcast For 5.10.18 With Craig Miller And Chris WilterdinkThis week on the Beardcast Matt and Zach sit down and chat with Craig Miller and Chris Wilterdink about their podcast The Future of... which can be found here: https://blog.umcdiscipleship.org/the-future-of-podcast-the-new-youth-boom-study-guide/2018-05-1055 min
Reverb: UMC Young People's Podcast230 The New Youth BoomA CROSSOVER EP! We wanted to take this opportunity to introduce you to another podcast in the Young People's Ministries / Discipleship Ministries universe: "The Future Of..." with Craig Kennet Miller and our own Chris Wilterdink. This episode features the first part of their new series on the new youth boom emerging in our culture today. Check out more at https://blog.umcdiscipleship.org/the-new-youth-boom-pt-1-voice-from-the-future-ofPlease FIND, SUBSCRIBE, & RATE "REVERB: The United Methodist Young People's Podcast" on iTunes or Google Play to help us raise awareness of these important ministries. Links available at http://umcyoungpeople.org/podcasts. Thanks!2018-03-2337 min
Reverb: UMC Young People's Podcast230 The New Youth BoomA CROSSOVER EP! We wanted to take this opportunity to introduce you to another podcast in the Young People's Ministries / Discipleship Ministries universe: "The Future Of..." with Craig Kennet Miller and our own Chris Wilterdink. This episode features the first part of their new series on the new youth boom emerging in our culture today. Check out more at https://blog.umcdiscipleship.org/the-new-youth-boom-pt-1-voice-from-the-future-ofPlease FIND, SUBSCRIBE, & RATE "REVERB: The United Methodist Young People's Podcast" on iTunes or Google Play to help us raise awareness of these important ministries. Links available at http://umcyoungpeople.org/podcasts. Thanks!2018-03-2337 min
Uncovered Dish Christian Leadership PodcastEp. 6 Narrative Budgeting and Online Giving ft. Rev. Rich HendricksonRev. Rich Hendrickson talks about his 10 years resourcing 560 churches in Greater New Jersey on stewardship, and how the culture of giving in the church has changed in those years. Hear about visioning, narrative budgeting, and methods of giving beyond the offering plate such as electronically and online. All of this and more on this Uncovered Dish.
Not Your Parent’s Offering Plate: http://amzn.to/2hQEsD5
Narrative Budgeting: https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/narrative-budget/
GCFA (Online Giving): http://electronicdonations.com/um/2016-12-2036 min