On March 1st, Pastor Larry offered a message from John 3:1-17. This is the story of Nicodemus as he had an encounter with Jesus at night. Nicodemus wanted to have some time alone with Jesus to learn from him. The message challenged us on how we can live life in the way of Jesus. Mark Blankenship led the choir in music.
This conference was held on February 28th. The keynote speaker was Rev. Ben Campbell, founder of Richmond Hill and longtime advocate of civil rights. There were 84 attendees from a number of churches in the Richmond area and throughout Virginia. Breakout workshops were led by Rev. Tom Baynam (Spiritual Formation as Resistance), Rev. Lan Wilson (Conversations as Resistance) and Rev. Jim Melson (Non-violent direct action as Resistance). Rev. Tom Baynum served as worship leader.
On this first Sunday of Lent, Pastor Larry offered a message based on Matthew 4:1-11. This is the story of the temptation of Jesus. The message offered ways that we can overcome the temptations that we face in live. Mark Blankenship led the choir in music. Brendan Paget served as worship leader. The service can be seen here or on our Facebook live site.
On February 15th, Rev. Dr. Gwen Andrews offered a message based on Matthew 17:1-9. This passage is the story of the transfiguration of Jesus. Rev. Andrews offered words to us on how this story applies to our lives today. Marie Coone served as worship leader and Mark Blankenship led the choir in music.
On February 8th, Pastor Larry offered a message on how we as followers of Jesus are to be salt and light to the world that is before us. The message was taken from Matthew 5:13-20.