Category Archives: Sacraments

Into the Darkness

Today the Church has been observing Good Friday.  It was a dark, wet, and dreary day in Cedar Falls, a day that befits the solemnity of our observance.   At noon Cedar Falls had its first of what we hope … Continue reading

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Filed under Easter, Good Friday, Grace, Sacraments, Transformation, Walk to Emmaus

Remember Your Baptism And Be Thankful

Anytime the church has the opportunity to sharing in the sacrament of Holy Baptism with a child in the church it is an opportunity for thanksgiving!  Today I had the privilege of baptizing a beautiful little girl into the church … Continue reading

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Experiencing God’s Grace in the Sacraments

This Sunday in Transformation Worship we will share in the sacrament of Holy Communion. Next Sunday the church will sharing in the sacrament of Holy Baptism as I have opportunity to share in the baptism with a beautiful new baby … Continue reading

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Finding a Passion for Holy Living!

Right now I’m in the process of taking a course on United Methodist History.  I’m currently reading about the early years of John and Charles Wesley’s ministries.  And, though I’ve read about them before, I am again struck with John … Continue reading

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Filed under Change, Christian Holiness, Christian Living, Discipleship, Grace, John Wesley, Justifying Grace, Prevenient Grace, Sacraments, Sanctifying Grace, Transformation, United Methodist Church

Transformation Worship

Tomorrow is the first Sunday for the Transformation Worship Experience at First United Methodist Church of Cedar falls, Iowa.  Worship begins at 8:30 a.m. followed by fellowship and the opportunity to attend Bible study as part of the FUMC Sunday … Continue reading

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Filed under Contemporary Worship, Events at First United Methodist, Sacraments, Transformation, United Methodist Church, Worship