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From Seed to Feast: Cultivating a Heart for Giving - Today, we embark on a new sermon series on stewardship titled “From Seed to Feast: Cultivating a Heart for Giving.” Each year, as a spiritual community, we talk about stewardship, reflecting and praying over our commitment for the year ahead. We contemplate how we can serve, participate, give, witness, and pray more profoundly. Specifically, we are also preparing to submit… Read More
Faith Talks: The History and Beliefs of Methodism - The History and Beliefs of Methodism Introduction Understanding the history and core tenets of Methodism provides valuable insight into one of the major Protestant Christian traditions, which has had a significant impact on the religious, social, and even political landscape globally. With an estimated 75 million followers worldwide, Methodism isn’t just a denomination; it is a diverse and vibrant faith… Read More
Faith Talks: Part 3 The History of the Medieval Church - The Fall of the Roman Empire and the Rise of Christianity The period traditionally referred to as the “Middle Ages” spans roughly from the 6th to the 14th centuries. This era began in the wake of the collapse of the Roman Empire, which officially fell in 476 AD, although the Eastern Roman Empire, known as the Byzantine Empire, survived until… Read More
Faith Talks: Part 2 The History and Theology of the Early Church; 1-5 Centuries - First Century: The Dawn of Christianity The 1st Century AD was a pivotal era that transformed religious, cultural, and political landscapes, especially in Roman and Jewish societies. The period saw the rise of Christianity, beginning with the birth, crucifixion, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The Roman Empire, under Augustus, experienced a relative peace known as Pax Romana, which enabled cultural… Read More
Faith Talks: Introduction to the Bible - Introduction to the Bible:Overview, Themes, Canonization, and Interpretation. Welcome to this enriching journey through one of the world’s most widely read and influential books—the Bible. This course provides a foundational understanding of the Bible’s structure, themes, canonization, and interpretation tools. Whether you are a seeker, scholar, or simply curious about religious texts, this course has something for everyone. Did You… Read More
Life Lessons from Proverbs through the Magic of Disney: Loving Perseverance-Finding Nemo - This is the last message of our Summer Series, “Life Lessons from Proverbs through Disney’s Magic.” It has been a great journey of learning using moments from Disney films to illustrate life lessons from Proverbs, exploring themes like wisdom, justice, friendship, diligence, humility, honesty, and more. Today, as we conclude this series, the theme is “Loving Perseverance.” By “Loving Perseverance,”… Read More
Honesty from Pinocchio - Today is the second-to-last message of our sermon series for this Summer, “Life Lessons from Proverbs through Disney’s Magic.” The sermon topic is “Honesty” and the Disney movie we will highlight is “Pinocchio.” Let me start by saying that when I die, besides wanting to be remembered as a loving husband and father, I want to be remembered as an… Read More
Life Lessons from Proverbs Through the Magic Of Disney: The Importance of Humility – Aladdin - We are nearing the end of our sermon series for this Summer, “Life Lessons from Proverbs through Disney’s Magic.” We have until the end of this month. It has been a great journey of learning using moments from Disney films to illustrate life lessons from Proverbs, exploring themes like wisdom, justice, friendship, and more. Today, the theme is “The Importance… Read More
Life Lessons From Proverbs Through the Magic of Disney: “Wise Counsel from ‘Pochahotas'” - Today we continue the sermon series for this Summer, “Life Lessons from Proverbs through Disney’s Magic.” We have been using moments from beloved Disney films to illustrate life lessons from Proverbs, exploring themes like wisdom, justice, friendship, and more. Today, our focus is “Wise Counsel,” and we will be delving into the story of Pocahontas and her quest for guidance… Read More
Life Lessons from Proverbs Through the Magic of Disney: Pride Before the Fall – The Emperor’s New Groove” - Today we continue the sermon series for this Summer, “Life Lessons from Proverbs through Disney’s Magic.” These messages leverage inspiring moments from Disney movies to bring life-giving lessons from the Book of Proverbs, such as wisdom, justice, and friendship, among others, into sharper focus. So far, we have covered the themes of wisdom, righteousness, speech, trust, friendship, and diligence using… Read More