Rev. Paul M. Turner

More Than Words

Fifth Sunday in Lent Sermon: Rev. Paul M. Turner, Senior Pastor Reading: Matthew 7:13-29 Those who think they can do it on their own end up obsessed with measuring their own moral muscle but never get around to exercising it in real life. Those who trust God’s action in them find that God’s Spirit is

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Rev. Paul M. Turner

Our Pre-Occupation

Third Sunday in Lent Sermon: Rev. Paul M. Turner, Senior Pastor Reading: Matthew 6:19-26 If you decide for God, living a life of God-worship, it follows that you don’t fuss about what’s on the table at mealtimes or whether the clothes in your closet are in fashion. (Verse 25)

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Step Aside

First Sunday in Lent Sermon: Alyce Keener, Vicar Reading: Matthew 6:1-4 That is the way your God, who conceived you in love, working behind the scenes, helps you out. (Verse 4)

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Lent 2020 Readings, Worship Schedule and Worship Topics

• Wednesday, February 26, 2020: Ash Wednesday Service with FCCD for distribution of ashes 7pm • Thursday, February 27, 2020: Psalm 51; Jonah 3:1-10; Romans 1:1-7 • Friday, February 28, 2020: Psalm 51; Jonah 4:1-11; Romans 1:8-17 • Saturday, February 29, 2020: Psalm 51; Isaiah 58:1-12; Matthew 18:1-7 • Sunday, March 1, 2020: First Sunday

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Lent 2020 Pastoral Call to Repent, Reflect and Resolve to Act

Our Lenten Journey Lent is the period of 40 days which comes before Easter in the Christian calendar. Beginning on Ash Wednesday, Lent is a season of reflection and preparation before the celebrations of Easter. By observing the 40 days of Lent, Christians replicate Jesus Christ’s sacrifice and withdrawal into the desert for 40 days.

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I Love a Parade

Palm Sunday Sermon: Rev. Paul M. Turner, Senior Pastor Reading: Luke 19:28-40 They brought the colt to Jesus. Then, throwing their coats on its back, they helped Jesus get on. As he rode, the people gave him a grand welcome, throwing their coats on the street. (Verses 35-36)

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Rev. Paul M. Turner

Priorities

Fifth Sunday in Lent Sermon: Rev. Paul M. Turner, Senior Pastor Reading: John 12:1-8 “Why wasn’t this [expensive foot] oil sold and the money given to the poor? It would have easily brought three hundred silver pieces.” Jesus said, “Let her alone. She’s anticipating and honoring the day of my burial. You always have the

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