Helotes Hills United Methodist Church

Today was Scout Sunday!  Did you know they have been associated with us since 1961 and helped build our Fellowship Hall, along with numerous Eagle Projects all around the church.  A big THANK YOU to the Scouts and all the leaders for all they’ve done for us!  God is always at work in our lives and in the world, redeeming, blessing, rescuing, and healing. God even uses the Scouts (through their var...

God is steadfast and faithful to the covenant made with God's people that extend across time and space. How can we remain faithful in our relationships with God and with others in our life? The covenantal relationship between God and humans serves as a model for healthy relationships between individuals and communities, emphasizing values like trust, commitment, and respect. Scripture referenc...

God is constantly teaching us and showing us who Jesus is and who we are celled to be. In Jesus' life, we see how God moves. Jesus' power is revealed in his teaching and mercy, freeing us to live fully. Scripture references: Psalm 98 and Mark 1:21-28 “GREAT IN POWER” -- CCLI Song # 2582339  |  Russell Fragar  |   © 1998 Hillsong MP Songs (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  For use solel...

See how the power of God’s blessing will make us a blessing in the lives of other people.  We are happy to receive God’s blessings, but we often don’t ask the next question; What am I called to do with this blessing?  We are not just containers of God’s blessings, but we are to be conduits ready to pass the blessings we receive on to others. We are blessed for a reason, to be a blessing in the liv...

God knows that every day we face temptations that pull us away from Jesus. We are called to be attentive to our own temptations lurking in our own life as we ask God to guard our hearts and minds that we may follow Jesus's example. Scripture references: Matthew 4:1-11 and Galatians 6:1-6 “GIVE US CLEAN HANDS” -- CCLI Song # 2060208  |  Charlie Hall  |  © 2000 sixsteps Music (Admin. by Capitol...

The Baptism of the Lord marks the beginning of Jesus' public ministry, making it a significant event within Protestant theology. Celebrating this event allows us to reflect on the teachings and mission of Jesus. Scripture references: Acts 19:1-7 and Mark 1:9-11 “LIGHT OF THE STABLE” --  CCLI Song # 1914616  |  Elizabeth Rhymer | Steve Rhymer  |  © 1975. Renewed 2003 Tessa Publishing Company (A...

Grace is a gift that keeps giving. It is the dimension of God active within us, doing for us what we cannot do or ourselves. It is not static, but dynamic. It is ongoing. Scripture references: John 3:16 and Ephesians 2:8-9 “JOY TO THE WORLD/JOYFUL, JOYFUL” --  CCLI Song # 7128618  |  Edward Hodges | George Frideric Handel | Henry Van Dyke | Isaac Watts | Ludwig van Beethoven | Phil Wickham  |  ©20...

Today is the fourth Sunday of Advent focusing on love. Love is at the very core of the Christmas story - Mary's love for her son, Zechariah and Elizabeth's love for each other and for John, the love and respect of the Magi, the Shepherds for Jesus, and God's love for all the world. Scripture references: Isaiah 9:2-7 and Luke 1:46-55 “EMMANUEL” --  CCLI Song # 81468  |  Michael W. Smith...

Unfortunately, we are not able to publish the cantata portion due to copyright restrictions. Today marks the third week of Advent which celebrates the joy of Christmas day and often focuses on the declaration of Jesus' birth by the angels to the shepherds. Their words of rejoicing (calling us to give "glory to God in the highest") stir up our souls to give thanks for the miracle of C...

Scripture references for today: Isaiah 40:1-5 and Mark 1:1-8 Today we're reflecting on the peace promised by Christ's birth and the faithfulness of all those who played a part in the Christmas story. “PREPARE YE THE WAY” -- CCLI Song # 5286041  |  Michael W. Smith  |  © 2008 Smittyfly Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  Curb Word Music (Admin. by WC Music Corp.)  |  For use solely...

Did you know that “X” is the Greek letter chi, which is the initial letter of the word “Christ”? Therefore, “Xmas” is a concise way of referring to Christmas! For today’s scripture references, we have Psalm 80:1-7, 17-19, and Mark 13:24-37. Here’s a CCLI song that resonates with the theme of worship: “HERE I AM TO WORSHIP” by Tim Hughes. (© 2000 Thankyou Music, Administered by Capitol CMG Publishi...

Peace, a cherished aspiration, often eludes us in a world plagued by chaos and conflict. However, it is a reality that we can all contribute to creating. Scripture references for today’s sermon include John 14:27 and Philippians 4:4-7. “FOREVER” by Chris Tomlin, CCLI Song # 3148428, is available for use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com | CCLI License # 25...

Scripture References: 1 John 3:1-3, Revelation 7:9-17, and Revelation 21:4-5 “HE REIGNS” – CCLI Song # 4026635 | Peter Furler | Steve Taylor | ©2003 Soylent Tunes (Administered by BMG Rights Management (US) LLC) | Ariose Music (Administered by Capitol CMG Publishing) | For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com | CCLI License # 2544867 “PRAISE GOD FROM WHOM...

Thanksgiving emphasizes the significance of expressing gratitude for the blessings in our lives, both significant and minor. Scripture references include Psalm 100, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, and Colossians 3:15-17. “I THANK GOD” is a CCLI song (Song # 7169680) featuring Aaron Moses, Chuck Butler, Dante Bowe, Enrique Holmes, Jesse Cline, Maryanne J. George, and is licensed under the SongSelect® Terms o...

Scripture reference: Psalm 1 “BLESSED BE YOUR NAME” – CCLI Song # 3798438 | Beth Redman | Matt Redman | © 2002 Thankyou Music | For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com | CCLI License # 2544867 “PRAISE GOD FROM WHOM ALL BLESSINGS FLOW” – CCLI Song # 56204 | Louis Bourgeois | Thomas Ken | © Words: Public Domain | Music: Public Domain | For use solely with...

Imitation is the most acceptable form of worship, as the proverb suggests. Although this notion has been around since the early 19th century, similar ideas existed even before that. One of the earliest examples of this concept dates back to 1708: “Consider that imitation is the most acceptable aspect of worship, and that God would rather mankind resemble Him than flatter Him.” Scripture references...

References: Psalm 106:1-6 and Philippians 4:1-9 “GIVE ME OIL IN MY LAMP” — CCLI Song # 4755580 | © Words: Public Domain | Music: Public Domain | For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com | CCLI License # 2544867 “I’LL FLY AWAY” — CCLI Song # 26399 | Albert E. Brumley | © Words: 1932 Hartford Music Company. Renewed 1960 Albert E. Brumley And Sons (Admin. by...

Scripture references: Psalm 100 and John 15:1-8 “GIVE ME OIL IN MY LAMP” — CCLI Song # 4755580 | © Words: Public Domain | Music: Public Domain | For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com | CCLI License #2544867 “I’LL FLY AWAY” — CCLI Song # 26399 | Albert E. Brumley | © Words: 1932 Hartford Music Company. Renewed 1960 Albert E. Brumley And Sons (Admin. by...

Scripture references: Philippians 2:1-11 and Philippians 2:12-13 “He is Exalted” – CCLI Song # 17827 | Twila Paris | © 1985 Mountain Spring Music (Administered by Capitol CMG Publishing) | Straightway Music (Administered by Capitol CMG Publishing) | For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com | CCLI License # 2544867 “Praise God from whom all blessings flow”...

Scripture references: Philippians 1:21-30 The idiom “while the cat’s away, the mice will play” suggests that when someone in authority is absent, those under their control will seize the opportunity. This concept can manifest in various situations, such as children left alone who misbehave or employees left unsupervised who slack off. What do we do when left to our own devices? “CORNERSTONE” – CCL...

Scripture references: Romans 14:1-12 and 2 Timothy 2:23-24 Some individuals struggle with faith and find themselves constantly engaged in arguments. Can we cultivate healthy coping mechanisms and learn effective communication strategies for interacting with those who engage in arguments? “MIGHTY TO SAVE” – CCLI Song # 4591782 by Ben Fielding, Reuben Morgan, © 2006 Hillsong Music Publishing Austral...

Scripture reference: Romans 13:8-14 “KINGDOM” – CCLI Song # 5444429 | Kristian Stanfill | sixsteps Music; worshiptogether.com songs | For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com | CCLI License # 2544867 “GIVE ME YOUR EYES” – CCLI Song # 5359222 | Brandon Heath | Jason Ingram | © 2007 All Essential Music; Sitka 6 Music; Peertunes, Ltd.; Windsor Way Music | Fo...

Here’s a verse from the Bible that might help you out: Romans 12:9-21.

People often say different things about others. Some people speak kindly, while others speak hurtfully. Our actions play a significant role in shaping our identity. They reflect our values, beliefs, and personality. The choices we make and the way we treat others can all contribute to our sense of self. Ultimately, only Christ is our reliable source of identity. Scripture references: Romans 12:1-8...

Life storms can be challenging to navigate, but there are certain strategies you can employ to weather the storm and emerge stronger on the other side. Scripture reference: Matthew 14:22-33 “RAISE A HALLELUJAH” — CCLI Song # 7119315 | Jake Stevens | Jonathan David Helser | Melissa Helser | Molly Skaggs | © 2018 Bethel Music Publishing | For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights...