Growing in Faith
This series called Farm to Table invites reflection on John 15 and the poetry of Wendell Berry. The scripture readings each week are a “mash-up” of John 15 and Manifesto: The Mad Farmer Liberation Front. Linda’s sermon focuses on abiding in God’s love through Kitchen Tables as we seek to grow in faith.
Give
This worship series is rooted in Acts 4.32.-35. For the early church depicted in the book of Acts, the resurrection of Christ is less a creedal article of individual faith and hope than a creative force of community formation. How are we, as people of the resurrection, called to relate to our finances on this side of Easter? John Wesley writes, “Having, first, gained all you can, and, secondly saved all you can, then give all you can.” How will…
Save
This worship series is rooted in Acts 4.32.-35. For the early church depicted in the book of Acts, the resurrection of Christ is less a creedal article of individual faith and hope than a creative force of community formation. How are we, as people of the resurrection, called to relate to our finances on this side of Easter? John Wesley writes, “Having, first, gained all you can, and, secondly saved all you can, then give all you can.” How will…
Gain
This worship series is rooted in Acts 4.32.-35. For the early church depicted in the book of Acts, the resurrection of Christ is less a creedal article of individual faith and hope than a creative force of community formation. How are we, as people of the resurrection, called to relate to our finances on this side of Easter? John Wesley writes, “Having, first, gained all you can, and, secondly saved all you can, then give all you can.” How will…
Easter
Matt’s Easter message is rooted in Mark 16.1-8. The recording includes selections from two of the songs from our 10:30 am worship gathering. The opening song is Christ Is Risen by Brian Wren (arranged by Anthony Coleman II). The closing song is Rise Up with lyrics by Agape (David Scherer)
Passion
Matt’s message is rooted in the history of The Table at Central UMC and Psalm 118. As we journey toward the cross with Jesus, we’re invited to reflect on how we might be broken open into passion.
Trust
Linda’s message is rooted in the life of Lorenza Andrade Smith and John 12.20-33. As we journey toward the cross with Jesus, we’re invited to reflect on how we might be broken open into trust.
Solidarity
Matt’s message is rooted in the life of Archbishop Oscar Romero and Jeremiah 31.31-34. As we journey toward the cross with Jesus, we’re invited to reflect on how we might be broken open into solidarity.
Authenticity
Linda’s message is rooted in the life of Bayard Rustin and John 2.13-22. As we journey toward the cross with Jesus, we’re invited to reflect on how we might be broken open into authenticity. A clip from Brother Outsider: The Life of Bayard Rustin is included in this message.
Discipleship
Recording of Agape’s message worship at thetableumc.org on March 4, 2012.
Generosity
Matt’s message is rooted in the life of Mother Teresa and Psalm 25. As we begin our Lenten journey toward the cross with Jesus, we’re invited to reflect on how we might be broken open into generosity.
Ash Wednesday
Matt’s Ash Wednesday message is rooted in the life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer. As we begin our Lenten journey toward the cross with Jesus, we’re invited to reflect on how we might be broken open into sacrfice. The worship service closed with the imposition of ashes and the sacrament of communion. The final six minutes of this podcast include selections of the music from our time of prayer, ashes, and communion.