Unity Presbyterian - Denver, NC

This week in worship, Paul reminds us that we are called “beloved” before we ever prove ourselves worthy. While we were still sinners, Christ died for us, revealing a love that does not wait for perfection. That unconditional grace gives us peace with God and sustains us through suffering, shaping perseverance and hope within us. Do we show that same unconditional love to others, or do we treat lo...

This week in worship, we watch the church spread across Greece, Rome, Galatia, and the surrounding areas. The early church learns that faithfulness does not mean sameness, that the good news of Jesus speaks differently in different cultures and contexts. The same Spirit who stirred those ancient cities is still at work among us, calling us to live the Gospel faithfully right here, in our own time...

This week, we turn to Paul's letter to the Galatians as we continue our journey through the New Testament. Paul reminds us that we are justified not by our efforts, but by God’s grace revealed in Christ. The freedom Jesus gives is not permission to turn inward, but liberation from fear and yearning so that we can love boldly and serve one another. Where do you need the freedom that comes from grac...

This week, we jump ahead in our reading to the gift of the Holy Spirit, as we watch Jesus ascend into heaven. Is your God too small? How do you begin to understand all that God is doing? We watch as the disciples are mesmerized, staring into the sky when they should be moving out into the world. Are we so transfixed on one event that we miss everything else around us?

This week in worship, we look at the conflict between the Pharisee's way of religion and the way that Jesus offers. Which vision is shaping our lives? What values quietly guide our decisions, our priorities, our sense of success? The question before us is not whether we are religious enough, but whether our vision for our lives and our world is truly aligned with the vision of Christ. Do you focus...

This week in worship, we learn about a man who went to great lengths to reach Jesus. Zaccheus was small in stature, but big on faith. What do you do to reach Jesus? How high or far will you go?

Who is Jesus? Is he a teacher, a prophet... or something more? This week in worship, we see Jesus' identity revealed as he continues to heal and serve. Peter declares that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of the Living God. Who do you say Jesus is? 

In worship this week, we continue our series based on our New Testament readings with a dive into the Sermon on the Mount. You'll read these three chapters this week, where Jesus focuses on the heart. We'll talk about doing the bare minimum vs. living deeply for God.

Pastor David begins our walk through the New Testament on Sunday as Jesus begins his ministry, proclaiming the good news of God. This was Jesus' main purpose and the theme of his entire ministry. Join us as we begin our journey.

Worship this week is filled with JOY! Scripture reminds us that there are always those who have gone before who would wish to see what we now see. This was true in Peter’s time, and it is true in ours. Who has come before us to give us the vision we are now living? And what vision do we leave for others? We take time to honor those who have been faithful to this vision of Unity over the past 20 ye...

This week in worship it is the first week of Advent, the four Sundays leading up to Christmas. We read echoes of "Fear Not" throughout the Bible. The Israelites faced an enormous task before them: years of rebuilding homes, replanting fields, and restoring community after years of exile. And yet, amid all that hard work, Isaiah offers them something far greater — a vision of hope. A hope for a bri...

This week in worship, we are reminded that we should be living in a state of gratitude. It is so easy to see the struggles and the burdens, which make it very hard to see the blessings. But Paul reminds us to live with gratitude, because when we give thanks, we are choosing to see the world as a place filled with God’s generosity. Come to worship this week as we build a new wardrobe out of compass...

What course are you on? Are you running a race of self-preservation or do you run the race of kindness and generosity? This week in worship, Pastor David takes a look at the Apostle Paul as he returns to prison in Rome. We will learn that the outcome of our lives matters much less than the purpose for which we live. Join us as we dive deeper into this topic on Sunday.

This week in worship, Pastor David begins a series on blessings, those we give and those we get. It is All Saints Day, and we explore the ways that we are called to be saints of the Lord, living our lives in a way that sets us apart from others.

Our Compassion, Peace, and Justice Team has worked with Pastor David to bring you services of peace this week. We all need more peace in our world, and that starts with peace in our own lives. Together we will explore the world through the eyes of those who are most vulnerable - the poor, the widow, the immigrant, and the orphan. 

This week in worship, we begin our season of Stewardship. Pastor David talks about our investment in God's kingdom, how what we give of not only our resources but also our time can shape the future of the world. There is nothing wrong with wanting a nice house or a new car, but we must recognize them for what they are…temporary. We have an opportunity to invest in things that will never end.

This week in worship, Pastor Dana takes a look at our prayer life. How do you pray? Do you always ask for things, or wait until you're in a bind before turning to God? You're not alone! We talk about the best ways to supercharge your prayer life as we meet in worship this week.

This week in worship, it is World Communion Sunday. This is a great chance for Christians around the world to come together, united through this holy sacrament. The message of Jesus is for the whole world. Our humanity depends on the humanity of all people. When we celebrate communion, we proclaim that we belong to a church much larger than just our local congregation or denomination—we belong to...

This week in worship, Pastor David concludes our series on Philippians with a look at our thoughts. What do you dwell on? Do your thoughts produce anxiety or peace? Paul tells us the secret of becoming people who are content and at peace.

This week in worship, Pastor David moves to Philippians 3 as we look at the role models of our faith. Our truest identity is not found in earthly things but in Christ, who has claimed us as citizens of heaven. Like Paul and the saints who have gone before us, we press on toward the goal, keeping our eyes on Jesus. Following their example, we live now as ambassadors of God’s kingdom on earth.

Pastor David moves to chapter 2 of Philippians this week as we take a look at the qualities of a church. According to Paul, the church should be unified in their priorities. Find out what priorities Paul valued and how we can follow his advice today.

This week in worship, we begin a new series from the book of Philippians. Philippians is Paul’s warm and encouraging letter to the church in Philippi, written from prison yet overflowing with joy. He thanks them for their partnership in the gospel and urges them to live in unity, humility, and faithfulness to Christ. Over the next four weeks, we will explore the words of Paul as he emphasizes that...

This week in worship, we conclude this series as Daniel faces the lion's den. He has faced some challenging circumstances, yet throughout it all, Daniel has remained faithful to God. This week, Daniel's greatest challenge becomes his greatest testimony. Daniel still speaks to us today, as he encourages us to be brave and remain unwaveringly committed to God. 

This week in worship, a hand writes a mysterious message on the wall that terrifies the king, and Daniel is there to interpret the dire warning. Don't you wish God was that obvious with his messages to us? Or does God send us messages that we fail to pay attention to? How can we tune in to God while liivng in a world filled with distractions?

This week in worship, Pastor David continues in the book of Daniel as we find Daniel interpreting dreams, not because he had the ability to do so, but because he asked God to give him the knowledge. He believed in God's ability to do the seemingly impossible. When we are faced with something that seems like it can't be done, do we turn to God in prayer or try to rely on our own abilities? Let's se...