The Word at Waukee Podcast

  In episode 2 of Story Church, Jeremy is back in Chicago and he’s ready to do some fishing. What is he looking for, and will he miss what God is doing right in the midst of life?

After last week’s Season 1 recap, today we begin Season 2 of Story Church. Jeremy is on his way back to Chicago. We’re hearing a single story inspired by our Gospel readings for the next 6 weeks. Join with us for each episode! 

Today, we begin our new worship series called, Story Church, Season 2. We’re hearing a single story inspired by our Gospel readings for the next 6 weeks. First, today is a recap of season 1, which we finished about a year and half ago. Then we’re picking up the story from there, so we want to make sure everyone is caught up as we prepare for season 2. Join with us for each episode! 

We come to the end of our summer series, When in Romans. If we’re going to adapt to the customs and behaviors of the Christians in Rome, then Paul tells us to get dressed with Jesus. We also welcome back the Bell Choir as they ring out praise for us. And, of course, it’s also Labor Day weekend and we will pray for those who work or need work. 

We’re nearing the end of our summer series, When in Romans. Next week is our final week. But today, we’re pleased to have the Rev. Dr. Van Dickens preaching as Pastor John is on vacation. Here, Paul teaches how we are to love as Jesus loved. It is how the world knows us, and the One whom we represent each and every day. 

We’re in the midst of our summer series, When in Romans. Today we move into a new section of Paul’s letter, and he tells us to offer our lives as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God. We’re also blessing students, school employees, and volunteers as they begin a new school year tomorrow. 

  We’re in the midst of our summer series, When in Romans. In this section of Paul’s letter, he told us to join him in mourning and praying for his Jewish siblings. Then he said all who call on the name of the Lord will be saved. Now today he explains how the chosen people have not been rejected as God’s gifts and calling can’t be taken back. 

In worship we are celebrating our church’s Vacation Bible School this weekend, and the kids give us a taste of what happened when we traveled to the Irish countryside on Friday evening and yesterday morning, learning from Psalm 23 that “God, the Good Shepherd, leads us.” Then we travel from Ireland to Rome as we continue our summer series, When in Romans. Paul writes that if we call on the name of...

  In our summer series, When in Romans, we just finished the magnificent and high point of the 8th chapter of Romans and now turn immediately to sadness and grief as Paul writes about the unbelief of his own people. So what is a proper Christian attitude towards those Jews and others who don’t accept Jesus as Messiah?  

In the midst of our summer series, When in Romans, we come to the end of the magnificent eighth chapter and it’s a celebration. There is no condemnation because there is nothing that can separate us from God’s love in Jesus Christ.

We continue our summer series, When in Romans. We’re in the midst of Paul’s eighth chapter to the Romans, one of the greatest chapters he or anyone else wrote. Last week we read the beginning of the chapter, the introduction. Now the middle part of the chapter today is about the son and the spirit, suffering and glory. It explains that we redeemed humans have an active, decisive role to play withi...

  Since our own willpower isn’t sufficient to enable us to fully follow God's will, we need a power beyond us. In our series When in Romans, Paul tells us about the work of the Holy Spirit. 

In our series When in Romans, making good choices is a central theme of scripture. Paul says, however, that our own willpower is not sufficient to enable us to fully follow God's will. We need a power beyond us.

  In our series When in Romans, we are called to choose whom we shall serve. We all have to serve somebody. Paul says it’s the end of sin’s reign, so plant the flag, claiming territory for God’s kingdom, and help God put the world to rights again.

  We just began our new summer worship series, When in Romans. The phrase “when in Rome” is a shortened version of the proverb “When in Rome, do as the Romans do”. It means you should adapt to the customs and behaviors of the people in the area you are visiting. In a playful turn of phrase, our summer series helps us adapt our lives to the letter Paul wrote to the Romans. Today Paul tells us to co...

  We’re starting our new summer worship series, When in Romans. The phrase “when in Rome” is a shortened version of the proverb “When in Rome, do as the Romans do”. It means you should adapt to the customs, traditions, or behaviors of the people in the area you are visiting. In a playful turn of phrase, our summer series helps us adapt to the letter Paul wrote to the Romans. It’s considered his ma...

Today we celebrate our high school graduates and hear Jesus’ words about two foundations in life. You either hear what Jesus says and you do it; or you ignore God’s ways and don’t actually practice Jesus’ words in your life.

Today we celebrate Trinity Sunday, recognizing our One God in Three Persons: Father, Son, Holy Spirit. This is the only Sunday on the church calendar that is devoted to a doctrine or an article of faith. At the end of Matthew’s gospel, Jesus sends his disciples into the world to make new disciples of Jesus and baptize them in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

Today is the Day of Pentecost and the end of The Great 50 Days of Easter and our series, Resurrection People. During the Easter season we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus, the Ascension of Jesus, and now the Coming of the Holy Spirit on all of Jesus’ followers. Here Jesus promises his disciples the gift of the Holy Spirit. Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Wauke...

We’re nearing the end of our series, Resurrection People. Next Sunday is Pentecost, one of our biggest celebrations in the church. Before we get to that Jesus prays for the disciples and the church. It’s called Jesus’ “high priestly prayer.” In it he also defines eternal life. Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United Methodist Church in Waukee, Iowa. You'll...

In our worship series, Resurrection People, we’re exploring how the reality of Jesus' resurrection transforms us into people who live with new purpose, hope, and power. Today, we continue where we left off last week. Here Jesus links our love for him to obedience to him. It’s also Mother’s Day so we’re praying for moms and for all women during worship. Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from...

In our worship series, Resurrection People, we’re exploring how the reality of Jesus' resurrection transforms followers into people who live with new purpose, hope, and power. Today, Jesus speaks words that we often read at funerals. Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United Methodist Church in Waukee, Iowa. You'll find hope, biblical encouragement, and answe...

In our worship series, Resurrection People, we’re exploring how the reality of Jesus' resurrection transforms followers into people who live with new purpose, hope, and power. Today, Jesus refers to himself as the Good Shepherd, who calls his sheep by name and they know his voice. Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United Methodist Church in Waukee, Iowa. You...

Our new worship series, Resurrection People, explores how the reality of Jesus' resurrection transforms followers into people who live with new purpose, hope, and power. Today we hear about that first Easter evening when two disciples were walking to the village of Emmaus. On their way they’re joined by a mysterious stranger, who engages them in conversation while they walk. Join us every Monday f...

Today is the second Sunday of Easter. We’re now in what’s called The Great 50 Days, celebrating Easter for 7-weeks. This is the most joyous season of the Christian year. We’re beginning a new worship series, Resurrection People, exploring how the reality of Jesus' resurrection transforms followers into people who live with new purpose, hope, and power. Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from...