Jane’s Most Excellent Church Adventure

Who is Jezebel? And what does she have to do with ancient meat markets? Join us for the message “Apocalypse (Right) Now: Thyatira.”

Today Minister of Worship Rev. Dr. Garth Baker-Fletcher will bring us his insight into how letters written to ancient churches can still give modern churches words to live by. Join us for the message “Apocalypse (Right) Now: Pergamum.”

You’re a Christian in the early church. You’re given a choice — denounce Christ or die. What do you do? Join us for the message “Apocalypse (Right) Now: Smyrna.”

The book of Revelation can be very cryptic. Is it all about the end of the world, or is there a message in there that help the church right now? Join us for the message “Apocalypse (Right) Now: Ephesus.”

Between the fireworks, the parades, and all the hot dogs you can eat, how do we live out our allegiance to both God and country? Join us for the message “For God and Country.”

With the speed of information, we have constant opportunities to declare any individual or action as good or bad. We’ll look at a parable from Jesus to learn how we discern faithfully in a landscape that is always changing. Join us as guest preacher Rev. Marianne Brown-Trigg brings us the message “Let It Grow.”

The fig tree — more than fruit!  Many references throughout the Bible. What do these references symbolize? What message does the fig tree hold for Trinity today?

John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, was a vile man. Why should we follow his example? Join us for the message “Methodists Have Always Been a Little Queer.”

There are some questions that strike at the core of our being. Will there be life after death? Will we be able to see our loved ones once more? Join us for the message “The Resurrection of the Body and the Life Everlasting.”

What is the worst thing you have ever done? What is the worst thing anyone has ever done to you? Both of these can leave us enchained. How do we break free? Join us for the message “The Forgiveness of Sins.”

Do you have to go to church to be a Christian?  And what is the “holy catholic church” anyway? Join us for the message “The Holy Catholic Church and the Communion of Saints.”

If you could leave your friends and family one final message, what would it be? Join us for the message “I Believe in the Holy Spirit.”

What’s your favorite story? And how does it fit in with the greatest story ever told? Join us for the message “I Believe in Jesus Christ.”

Today is Star Wars Day – May the Fourth be with you! And we start a new sermon series on the Apostles’ Creed. What do the words of the Apostles’ Creed mean and why do we say them? Join us for the message “I Believe in God the Father.”

Today we welcome guest speaker Jake McBee. He will be sharing his story as a transgender man and how he discovered both recovery and spiritual transformation through the Twelve Steps. 

Today is Easter morning, the tomb is empty, and Christ is alive!  What difference does the reservation make?  Join us for the message “The Word Resurrected.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 4/20/25.  If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www. TUMCD.org You can also see the video...

Jesus cried out from the cross, “It is finished.” But what exactly did he finish? Join us for the message “It Is Finished.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 4/13/25.  If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www. TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our sp...

We are invited to the dance, but how can we know the steps? Join us for the message “The Twelve Step Shuffle: Dancing with God with Two Left Feet,” “Step Twelve.” This is an audio recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 4/6/25.  If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www. TUMCD.org You can also see...

 We can hear the Good Shepherd’s voice, but how can we follow? Join us for the message “The Twelve Step Shuffle: Dancing with God with Two Left Feet,” “Step Eleven.”

As you are barreling down the mountain of life, what keeps you from wiping out? Join us for the message “The Twelve Step Shuffle: Dancing with God with Two Left Feet,” “Step Ten.”

Sometimes love means that we must say we are sorry. Join us for the message “The Twelve Step Shuffle: Dancing with God with Two Left Feet,” “Step Nine.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 3/16/25.  If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www. TUMCD.org You can also see the video versi...

We know we have often messed up our relationships with others, but how can we fix that? And is that lamb we’re having for dinner? Join us for the message “The Twelve Step Shuffle: Dancing with God with Two Left Feet,” “Step Eight.”

Join us for the message “The Twelve Step Shuffle: Dancing with God with Two Left Feet,” “Step Seven.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 2/23/25.  If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www. TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel “Trinity...

Sometimes we need to let go — even if it’s chocolate.  Join us for the message “The Twelve Step Shuffle: Dancing with God with Two Left Feet,” “Step Six.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 2/23/25.  If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www. TUMCD.org You can also see the video ver...

Confession is good for the soul, but is it good for us? Maybe we need to get back on the bus.  Join us for the message “The Twelve Step Shuffle: Dancing with God with Two Left Feet,” “Step Five.”