Sabbath Summer - Wesley Freedom United Methodist Church

Sabbath is To Rest In God - Contemporary

August 11, 2024 • Kevin Silberzahn, Lay Leader

Why is it that sometimes a day off leaves us tired and frustrated? Join us this Sunday as we learn to rest in God.

Sabbath is To Rest In God - Traditional

August 11, 2024 • Kevin Silberzahn, Lay Leader

Why is it that sometimes a day off leaves us tired and frustrated? Join us this Sunday as we learn to rest in God.

“Sabbath: Releasing Want to Gain the Neighbor” - Contemporary

August 4, 2024 • Pastor Jenny Smith

This Sunday we will honor the Lord's command and worship God alone! We will consider how observing the Sabbath gives us space to be neighborly. Could it be that the Sabbath command is not intended to just restore us through rest and renewal but also valuable for the restoration of relationships and community?

“Sabbath: Releasing Want to Gain the Neighbor” - Traditional

August 4, 2024 • Pastor Jenny Smith

This Sunday we will honor the Lord's command and worship God alone! We will consider how observing the Sabbath gives us space to be neighborly. Could it be that the Sabbath command is not intended to just restore us through rest and renewal but also valuable for the restoration of relationships and community?

Sabbath as Resistance; Saying No to Lesser Gods - Contemporary

July 28, 2024 • Pastor Jenny Smith

Remember who your God is! This Sunday we will worship the One True God and claim the freedom that comes with dismissing god imposters.

Sabbath as Resistance; Saying No to Lesser Gods - Traditional

July 28, 2024 • Pastor Jenny Smith

Remember who your God is! This Sunday we will worship the One True God and claim the freedom that comes with dismissing god imposters.

Involuntary Sabbath - Traditional

July 21, 2024 • Pastor Jenny Smith

Which service will provide the best context for you to worship God on Sunday? This week you have two very different options for how you engage in worship and support your church family. We look forward to seeing you.

Sabbath: Stray In Touch With God - Contemporary

Pastor Cecil Mudede

This Sunday, Rev. Ceceil Mudede, pastor of Greendale UMC, our partner church in Zimbabwe, will join Pastor Jenny in leading us in worship. Bring your young people to hear about how ministry is growing in Africa and how we are connected through prayer and sharing. Our sermon will focus on the gift of prayer, through which we experience God's presence, wisdom, healing, and grace in our lives and extend God's blessing to others. We will pray for our country, families, and VBS leaders and students at each of our services.

Sabbath: Stray In Touch With God - Traditional

July 14, 2024 • Pastor Cecil Mudede

This Sunday, Rev. Ceceil Mudede, pastor of Greendale UMC, our partner church in Zimbabwe, will join Pastor Jenny in leading us in worship. Bring your young people to hear about how ministry is growing in Africa and how we are connected through prayer and sharing. Our sermon will focus on the gift of prayer, through which we experience God's presence, wisdom, healing, and grace in our lives and extend God's blessing to others. We will pray for our country, families, and VBS leaders and students at each of our services.

Sabbath: A Relief From Anxiety - Traditional

July 7, 2024 • Pastor Jenny Smith

Anxiety is not easily cured or put away by us mortals but our God offers us hope that anxiety can be quieted and peace found. This Sunday we will discover how enjoying a Sabbath day and developing sabbath practices each day can offer relief from anxiety while deepening our trust in the Lord.

Sabbath: A Relief From Anxiety - Contemporary

July 7, 2024 • Pastor Jenny Smith

Anxiety is not easily cured or put away by us mortals but our God offers us hope that anxiety can be quieted and peace found. This Sunday we will discover how enjoying a Sabbath day and developing sabbath practices each day can offer relief from anxiety while deepening our trust in the Lord.

Sabbath: "No" - Traditional

June 30, 2024 • Dan Eschliman

The work shared by clergy and laity is always dynamic. This week Dan Eschliman and Pastor Jenny will swap roles; Dan will bring the word and Pastor will lead the hymns and prayers. Their message will invite each worshiper to consider carefully how you enjoy purposeful work and meaningful rest in Christian community. You will even be given permission to say, "no" when the church asks you to serve in a way that won't accomplish these purposes.

Sabbath: "No" - Contemporary

June 30, 2024 • Dan Eschliman

The work shared by clergy and laity is always dynamic. This week Dan Eschliman and Pastor Jenny will swap roles; Dan will bring the word and Pastor will lead the hymns and prayers. Their message will invite each worshiper to consider carefully how you enjoy purposeful work and meaningful rest in Christian community. You will even be given permission to say, "no" when the church asks you to serve in a way that won't accomplish these purposes.

Sabbath: The God Who Rests And Sets Free - Contemporary

June 23, 2024 • Pastor Jenny Smith

Welcome Summer! This Sunday we begin our Sabbath Summer wherein we claim space for rest and renewal against the backdrop of a restless world. Together in worship, we will discover God's rhythm for rest and work which affords us opportunities for thoughtfulness, neighborliness, prayer and play. We will practice centering prayer, thoughtful Biblical exploration, and meaningful community. You don't want to miss any of these messages! If you are traveling claim space wherever you are to worship

Sabbath: The God Who Rests And Sets Free - Traditional

June 23, 2024 • Pastor Jenny Smith

Welcome Summer! This Sunday we begin our Sabbath Summer wherein we claim space for rest and renewal against the backdrop of a restless world. Together in worship, we will discover God's rhythm for rest and work which affords us opportunities for thoughtfulness, neighborliness, prayer and play. We will practice centering prayer, thoughtful Biblical exploration, and meaningful community. You don't want to miss any of these messages! If you are traveling claim space wherever you are to worship on Sunday!