St. Paul's United Methodist Church

We celebrate Christmas not just because Jesus was born but also because of what he has done. Romans 5:1-5.

On Chrostmas Eve, we focus on the message of this hymn. God's plans are not always convenient for us, but God is in them nonetheless. Luke 2:1-20.

In this sermon, we focus on the shepherds and magi of the Chrostmas story. Scriptures include Luke 2:8-20 and Matthew 2:1-12.

We continue our Advent series with a look at "O Come, All Ye Faithful." The scripture is John 1:1-14.

Our Advent sermons this year focus on what our Christmas hymns have to tell us about the Christmas story.

It is Pledge Sunday in our church, so in this sermon, we look at all the great things we do at St. Paul's and why giving to St. Paul's is a worthy investment in the kingdom of God. 2 Corinthians 9:7-15.

In this sermon, we explore John Wesley's three simple rules for how to handle money as Christians, which are to earn all you can, save all you can, and give all you can. Philippians 4:10-20 and 1 Timothy 6:6-21.

We finish our series with a reminder that there is a difference between worshipping Jesus and actually following his teachings. Regardless of who leads our nation, our calling remains the same.

In this sermon, we look at the alarming trend in American politics of dehumanizing others. We are called to see the humanity and the spark of God in everyone. Proverbs 28:25, 1 Timothy 1:7, and 1 John 4:18.

In this sermon series, we look at how to keep our eyes on Jesus during this contentious election season. In this sermon, we learn that political candidates and parties should not be seen as saviors. We already have a savior. 1 Samuel 8:1-20.

We conclude our series with a look at what it means to embrace the mystery of God. John 16:12-15.

Does science have to be a threat to our faith? Genesis 1:1-19 and Job 38:4-7, 22-24.

In this sermon, we see how the Holy Spirit has led us to change our understanding of scripture throughout history, including issues such as slavery, segregation, and women's rights.

In this message, we look at examples in the Bible of when the Holy Spirit challenged people's assumptions about who is in and out of God's grace and care. Whenever we draw lines to divide, Jesus is waiting behind us with an eraser. Acts 15:1-21.

Is life fair? Do bad things happen to good people? The answers vary, depending on where you look in the Bible. listen in as we explore this issue - an issue that not everyone in the Bible agreed on.

We conclude our look at church history with some of the highlights of the 20th century and a review of the key themes and lessons we have learned.

In this sermon, we look at American Christianity in the 19th century.

The 17th and 18th centuries were marked by many new religious movements and ideas from theologians amd philosophers. When things are changing all around us, what is a faithful response for the Church?

We continue our series with a look at the reformation.

Rumblings from within the Church demanded a change that would result in reformation

The middle ages were a dark time for the church - a reminder that power corrupts and that violence in the name of Jesus is actually antichrist.

In this sermon, we explore the pros and cons of the church aligning with the state, which happened after 3.5 centuries of persecution.

We begin our new sermon series, called "Forward Through the Ages." In this series, we will look at church history beyond the Bible. We begin with the first 3.5 centuries, a time marked by persecution and martyrs.

It takes humility to consider and to put into practice the advice of others. Exodus 18:13-24

How is it that Hagar, a dehumanized slave without any rights or consent can have more faith than Abraham or Sarah? What does God's blessing of those of other faiths mean for how we should treat people of other faiths? Genesis 16:1-16; 21:8-21.