WEEKLY WORSHIP
Sundays @ 10:00am
“God Is Still Working Underground” reminds us that some of God’s most important work happens in seasons when nothing appears to be changing on the surface. Through the story of Clayton restoring an abandoned garden, the message explores the emotional exhaustion, disappointment, loneliness, and spiritual weariness that many people quietly carry. Clayton’s frustration as he waits for seeds to grow becomes a powerful metaphor for faith itself. Just because growth is invisible does not mean growth is absent. The sermon gently challenges the modern expectation for immediate results and instead points toward the deeper truth that God often works underground first, strengthening roots before revealing fruit. Drawing from scripture, including Jesus’ parable of the growing seed and Jeremiah’s image of roots planted by water, the sermon reassures people who feel stuck, forgotten, or spiritually drained that God has not abandoned them. It emphasizes that hidden seasons of waiting can still be holy seasons of preparation, healing, and transformation. The message ultimately offers hope by reminding the congregation that buried and planted are not the same thing. Even in silence, grief, uncertainty, and unanswered prayers, God continues nurturing life beneath the surface. The sermon closes with the encouragement that one day the growth that seemed invisible will finally emerge, revealing that God had been present and working all along. Watch it here.
“The Kind of Love That Shows Up” reminds us that the most powerful love is often not loud or dramatic, but quiet, steady, and present. In a world that celebrates big moments and visible accomplishments, this message calls us to notice the sacredness of simply continuing to show up. Through Carla’s story and Ethan’s drawing, we’re reminded that the people who shape our lives most deeply are often the ones who kept loving, caring, encouraging, and reaching for us even when they themselves were exhausted, uncertain, or stretched thin. Sometimes the holiest kind of love is the love that quietly remains present day after day. This sermon also points us toward a deeper spiritual truth: that kind of steady, compassionate love reflects the very heart of God. Scripture reminds us that love is patient, kind, enduring, and faithful, and many people live out that kind of love every single day without ever realizing how sacred it truly is. For anyone who has ever wondered whether their efforts matter, whether their presence makes a difference, or whether simply continuing to care is enough, this message offers a clear answer: it does matter. The love that shows up has the power to comfort, sustain, shape, and transform lives in ways that often cannot fully be seen until much later. Watch it here.
"Whose Voice Are You Following" begins with the story of Daniel, a man who steps into a long-awaited promotion only to find himself overwhelmed by conflicting expectations and a growing chorus of voices, both external and internal, that leave him uncertain and disconnected from his own sense of clarity. What starts as workplace pressure evolves into something deeper, revealing how easily competing opinions, fears, and insecurities can take hold and distort our judgment. His turning point comes in a moment of silence, where he recognizes that the real issue is not simply the presence of many voices, but the fact that he has been giving all of them equal authority. That realization opens the door to a broader truth that resonates with all of us: we are constantly being shaped by the voices we choose to listen to, whether they come from the world around us or from within ourselves. From there, the sermon grounds this human experience in the imagery of the Shepherd found in John 10 and echoed throughout Ezekiel 34, Psalm 100, and 1 Peter, drawing a clear distinction between voices that drive and voices that lead. Jesus’ voice is not the loudest or most forceful, but the most trustworthy, rooted in relationship, consistency, and a promise of abundant life. The message reframes discernment as an ongoing, intentional practice, reminding us that not every voice deserves access to our lives and that true clarity comes from learning to recognize and follow the voice that leads toward peace, purpose, and life. The sermon ultimately calls listeners to make a daily, conscious decision about whose voice they will trust, assuring them that while the noise may never fully disappear, its power diminishes when the Shepherd’s voice becomes the one that guides their path. Watch it here.
"Help My Unbelief" “Help My Unbelief” explores the tension between belief and doubt through the story of Brian Werner, a practical, self-reliant construction worker who trusts only what he can see and control until his daughter is suddenly hospitalized, placing him in a situation he cannot fix. In that moment of helplessness, he prays for the first time, not with certainty but with a raw and honest plea, “God… if you’re there…,” which opens the door to a broader reflection on how even those who claim not to believe often reach for something beyond themselves when life breaks open. The message connects this to real-life moments when self-described non-believers ask for prayer, reframing it not as a contradiction but as honesty and evidence of something deeper stirring within. Drawing on Mark 9, “Lord, I believe; help my unbelief,” the sermon presents faith not as certainty but as a mixture of belief and doubt held together, suggesting that true faith begins in the act of reaching, even imperfectly, and reminding the congregation that God meets people not after they have everything figured out, but right in the middle of their uncertainty, while also calling them to meet others in that same space with compassion, prayer, and openness. Watch it here.
"You Are a Letter" reminds us that each person is like a single letter in a much larger message, showing how even the smallest detail can shape meaning in significant ways. Pastor Jerry draws on 2 Corinthians 3:2–3 to affirm that our lives are always communicating something, challenging us to live with intention and to reflect God’s love and purpose in the message we share with others. Watch it here.
Easter 2026: "Because He Lives" opens with the story of a forgotten theater that sat dark and lifeless for years, appearing to everyone as if its story had ended. Yet one man held onto the belief that it would live again, and in time, against all expectations, it did. That image becomes a powerful lens for understanding the resurrection. Just as the town assumed the theater was finished, the disciples believed the story of Jesus had come to a devastating end at the cross. Their hopes were buried with Him. But Easter reveals something deeper about God’s nature. What appears finished is often only paused. What seems dead can be brought back to life. The resurrection is not simply a reversal of tragedy. It is a declaration that God is still writing the story, even when we cannot yet see the next chapter. The empty tomb reshapes everything. It declares that death does not have the final word, that despair is not the end of the journey, and that hope can rise even in the most unexpected places. The message of Easter moves beyond history and speaks directly into our present reality. It meets us in our grief, our regrets, and our fears, and it reminds us that no stone is too heavy for God to roll away. Because Christ lives, forgiveness is possible, grace is greater than guilt, and new life is always within reach. Easter is not just something we remember. It is something we live. The story is not finished for the world, and it is not finished for us. Watch it here.
Palm Sunday 2026: “Hosanna Today, Crucify Tomorrow” reveals how quickly human praise can turn to rejection when expectations are not met, using Palm Sunday to hold up a mirror to our own faith. Pastor Jerry challenges us to move beyond fleeting emotion and follow Christ with steady commitment, trusting His path of humility and love even when it leads through discomfort, knowing that it ultimately leads to resurrection. Watch it here.
“The Road Home” reflects on the longing for reconciliation through a story that echoes the prodigal son, revealing how distance and brokenness can give way to return and restoration. Pastor Jerry reminds us that God’s grace is always waiting, and when we take even one step back, we discover a love already running toward us, ready to welcome us home. Watch it here.
“I’m Just a Nobody” reminds us that God has always worked through ordinary people, showing that faith is not about status or perfection but simple willingness to share Christ with others. Pastor Jerry encourages us to see that even small acts of kindness and honest conversations can point someone toward Jesus, proving that anyone can make a meaningful difference. Watch it here.
“Dig Around It” uses the image of a struggling fig tree to reveal how growth often happens beneath the surface, unseen and unmeasured. Pastor Jerry reminds us that God, like a patient gardener, does not give up on us but continues to nurture, loosen, and care for our lives, trusting that in time, fruit will come. Watch it here.
“What Are You Carrying” invites us to recognize the unseen burdens we hold and the way they quietly shape our lives. Pastor Jerry reminds us that faith is not about carrying more, but about releasing what was never ours to bear, trusting Christ to take our burdens and offer rest, grace, and renewed life in their place. Watch it here.
“Returning to What Matters” invites us to recognize how easily our lives become overfilled and overcomplicated, leaving us disconnected from what truly gives life meaning. Pastor Jerry uses the season of Lent to call us back to simplicity and trust, reminding us that we don’t need to become something new, but to return to God, where grace, clarity, and purpose have been waiting all along. Watch it here.
Ash Wednesday 2026: “A Countercultural Faith” reflects on a shared service with Main Street United Methodist Church, marked by stillness, unity, and the solemn reminder of our mortality and belonging to God. Through Reverend Kelly Turney’s message, we were challenged to embrace a faith that chooses humility, repentance, and love over the values of the world, inviting us into a Lenten journey of quiet transformation and renewed focus on what truly matters. Watch it here.
“Changed by the Light” reflects on the quiet ways God transforms us, showing that even when life’s circumstances remain the same, the light of Christ can change how we see and move through them. Pastor Jerry reminds us that faith is often formed in unseen, ordinary moments, where God’s presence gradually brings clarity, courage, and hope, assuring us that darkness never has the final word. Watch it here.
“Joy That Outlasts the Storm” reveals that true joy is not found in the absence of hardship but in the steady presence of Christ within it. Pastor Jerry reminds us that while life’s storms are real, they are not final, and when we anchor our hearts in Jesus, we discover a deeper joy that endures, sustains us, and allows us to become a source of peace and hope for others. Watch it here.
“I Go to the Rock” tells the story of a woman who finds stability in an unshakable shoreline rock, pointing to the deeper truth that when life becomes uncertain, we all search for something steady to hold onto. Pastor Jerry grounds that search in Scripture, reminding us that Christ is our unchanging foundation, inviting us to trust Him as our refuge and to return to Him again and again, knowing that when storms come, the Rock does not move. Watch it here.
“Take Me Out of the Dark” reflects on the story of a man guided to safety with just enough light, revealing how God meets us in seasons of fear, uncertainty, and unseen paths. Pastor Jerry reminds us that darkness is not our destination but a place where God is fully present, gently leading us forward step by step as Christ, the Light who walks beside us and brings us through. Watch it here.
“The Rise of Manufactured Reality” examines how easily perception can be shaped by curated media, reminding us that truth is often distorted when speed and storytelling outpace reality. Pastor Jerry calls us to a deeper, disciplined faith that seeks and lives truth with humility and compassion, grounding us in Christ as the one reality that cannot be manufactured. Watch it here.
“Named, Claimed, and Never Disposable” confronts the ways our culture assigns worth based on usefulness, reminding us through a powerful story that people are often treated as expendable. Pastor Jerry grounds us in the truth of baptism, affirming that our value is not earned but given by God, calling us to live in that identity and to see every person as belonging, known, and never disposable. Watch it here.
“A Light That Still Appears” reminds us that God’s light often shows up quietly in ordinary moments, inviting us to notice and trust its presence even when life feels uncertain. Pastor Jerry reframes Epiphany as an ongoing reality, encouraging us to follow that light step by step and to carry it into the world for others to see. Watch it here.
“Resolutions That Really Matter” reframes New Year’s resolutions by shifting the focus from outward behavior to the condition of the heart, reminding us that lasting change comes through relationship with God rather than self-driven effort. Pastor Jerry encourages us to move away from pressure and performance, trusting that true transformation grows through grace, surrender, and abiding in God’s presence. Watch it here.
Christmas Eve 2025: “The Night Heaven Broke Open” reflects the sacred beauty of Christmas Eve, where the birth of Christ is remembered not as a distant story, but as a holy interruption in which heaven meets earth. Through scripture, music, and candlelight, the familiar story was received again with fresh hearts, drawing us into the wonder of angels’ voices, the humility of the manger, and the quiet but powerful truth that God has come near. In that space, hope was rekindled, and the promise of God’s presence felt both real and personal. As the service unfolded, light gently pushed back the darkness, reminding us that Christmas is not only about what happened long ago, but about what continues to happen now. Whether gathered in the sanctuary or joining from afar, we were invited into a moment where peace settled in, where longing met assurance, and where the glow of candlelight became a symbol of Christ’s enduring light in our lives. It was a night marked by reverence, gratitude, and a renewed sense that God still breaks into our world, bringing love, hope, and the quiet assurance that we are never alone. Watch it here.
“Love That Finds Us” reflects the heart of Advent through a quiet story that shows how God’s love meets us in ordinary and often painful places, reminding us that love does not wait for perfection but finds us as we are. Pastor Jerry emphasizes that this love, revealed in Christ, stays close, transforms us, and calls us to live it out daily, assuring us that we are never alone and that God’s presence is already at work within us. Watch it here.
“When Joy Finds You” reveals that Advent joy is not loud or effortless but a quiet, resilient gift that meets us in the midst of real life. Pastor Jerry reminds us that joy is not something we create or chase, but something Christ brings into our lives, offering presence, hope, and light even in seasons of sorrow and uncertainty. Watch it here.
“The Path of Peace” uses the story of a lighthouse keeper whose small lantern guides others through a storm to illustrate how even a little light can bring safety and direction. Pastor Jerry connects this to Advent, reminding us that true peace is found not in the absence of chaos but in the presence of Christ, and is lived out through daily choices like prayer, forgiveness, patience, and trust. Watch it here.
“A Light in the Shadows” reflects on the beginning of Advent as a season of waiting and hope, reminding us that Christ’s light enters a world that is weary and uncertain, meeting us exactly where we are. Pastor Jerry invites us to embrace both the shadows and the promise of light, trusting that even the smallest flame of hope can overcome the deepest darkness. Watch it here.
“Who Is Jesus to You?” invites us to reflect on the personal and transformative ways Christ is present in our lives, whether as Savior, Teacher, Healer, Friend, or King. Pastor Jerry encourages us to name that truth openly, allowing it to deepen our faith, renew our hope, and shape how we live with purpose in the world. Watch it here.
“Rooted in Grace” centers on the truth that when our lives are grounded in God’s grace, we find strength, peace, and hope that cannot be earned but are freely given. Pastor Jerry reminds us that even in difficult seasons, God’s grace is sustaining and shaping us, inviting us to remain deeply rooted in a love that never lets us go. Watch it here.
“A Cloud of Witnesses” reflects on All Saints Sunday as a time to remember with gratitude those who have shaped our faith, reminding us that we are not alone but surrounded by the enduring witness of those who came before us. Pastor Jerry points to their legacy of love and faith as a source of encouragement, affirming that their light lives on in us and that God’s grace is stronger than the grave. Watch it here.
“Giving as Gratitude” teaches that generosity is a response to God’s goodness rather than an obligation, recognizing that everything we have comes from Him. Pastor Jerry shows that true gratitude moves us to act, making giving an expression of worship, trust, and a visible reflection of God’s blessing in our lives. Watch it here.
“The Gift of Time” reminds us that time is one of God’s most valuable blessings, inviting us to see each moment as an opportunity to love, serve, forgive, and grow in faith. Pastor Jerry challenges us to use our time intentionally, investing it in what matters most and offering it back to God as an act of gratitude and worship. Watch it here.
“Managing God’s Resources” reminds us that everything we have—our time, talents, finances, and opportunities—ultimately belongs to God, and we are called to steward these gifts faithfully. Pastor Jerry encourages us to shift from holding on to giving freely, trusting that when we do, we become channels through which God can work and bring blessing to others. Watch it here.
“Hospitality is Holiness” teaches that welcoming others reflects God’s heart, rooted in the biblical witness from Abraham’s hospitality to Jesus sharing meals with all people. Pastor Jerry shows that true hospitality goes beyond courtesy, calling us to open our lives with dignity and grace so others can encounter Christ and find their place at the table. Watch it here.
“World Communion Sunday” celebrates the unity of believers around the world, reminding us that Christ’s table has no borders and that we are one body through His grace. Pastor Jerry reflects on the beauty of diversity and belonging, affirming that no matter where we worship, we all have a place at God’s table.
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“Love In Motion” emphasizes that Christian love is meant to be lived out through action, reflecting the way God’s love has been revealed through creation, Christ’s ministry, and the cross. Pastor Jerry challenges us to move beyond words into tangible acts of service, kindness, and sacrifice, showing that genuine faith is expressed through active love that transforms both lives and communities. Watch it here.
“Everybody Has a Gift” reminds us that God has given each person unique abilities, both visible and quiet, and that every gift plays a meaningful role in strengthening the body of Christ. Pastor Jerry encourages us to move beyond comparison and actively use what we’ve been given to serve others, creating a vibrant, love-filled community where God’s grace is lived out through each person. Watch it here.
“We Are the Church Together” emphasizes that the church is not a building or routine, but a living community where faith is shared and each person plays a meaningful role in the body of Christ. Pastor Jerry calls us to embrace unity in love, reminding us that through shared worship, service, and care for one another, we embody Christ’s presence together in the world. Watch it here.
“The Gift, and the Weight, of Freedom” reflects on the tragedy in Minneapolis, where a sacred moment was shattered by violence, prompting the difficult question of how such suffering can exist. Pastor Jerry explores the tension of human freedom as both a gift and a burden, reminding us that while it can be misused, it also allows us to choose love, healing, and hope, and calls us to live out our faith as agents of peace in a hurting world. Watch it here.
“I Love You, Come Home” captures the heart of God’s message throughout Scripture, revealing a loving Father who continually invites His children back into forgiveness, healing, and restoration. Pastor Jerry reminds us that no matter how far we’ve wandered, God’s call remains open and constant, offering grace, mercy, and the assurance that we are always welcomed home. Watch it here.
In “God Is Not a Vending Machine,” Pastor Jerry challenges the idea that faith is transactional, reminding us that God’s love and grace cannot be earned or exchanged for predictable outcomes. Instead, he calls us to a deeper trust, where we rely on God’s wisdom and timing, even when answers are delayed or different than expected, knowing that true faith leads to lasting transformation rather than quick results. Watch it here.
“Remember Patty” centers on two core truths: others often carry heavier burdens than we do, and God calls us to respond with compassion and practical care. Through Patty’s story, Pastor Jerry challenges us to shift our perspective, grow in gratitude, and actively look for opportunities to serve as the hands and feet of Christ. Watch it here.
“God Is Still Cooking on Me” uses the imagery of a kitchen to illustrate God’s ongoing work in our lives, reminding us that we are still in process and not yet finished. Drawing from Jeremiah 29:11 and 2 Corinthians 3:18, Pastor Jerry encourages us to trust that even through challenges and setbacks, God is shaping us with care and purpose into something more complete and beautiful. Watch it here.
“GODISNOWHERE” explores how perspective shapes faith, showing how the same phrase can read as despair or hope depending on how we see it. Pastor Jerry reminds us that even when life makes God feel distant, His presence remains constant, inviting us to look again and trust the promise that He is always near. Watch it here.
“It’s Only a Test” reframes life’s trials as opportunities for growth rather than punishment, drawing on passages like James 1:2–4 and 1 Peter 1:6–7 to show how faith is strengthened through challenges. Pastor Jerry reminds us that God walks with us through every struggle, using each test to deepen our trust, shape our character, and reveal His grace at work in our lives. Watch it here.
“My Spiritual Journey” was Pastor Jerry’s second sermon at Arlington Street United Methodist Church, where he shares a deeply personal account of reconciling his faith and sexuality as a gay Christian with honesty, vulnerability, and hope. Through his story, he invites the church to embrace authenticity and radical love, reminding us that following Christ is not about perfection but about walking in truth and trusting in God’s sufficient grace and unconditional love. Watch it here.
“Following God’s Lead – Wherever, Whenever” was Pastor Jerry’s first sermon at Arlington Street United Methodist Church, where he introduces himself and offers an honest reflection on the church’s current strengths, challenges, and future hopes. It sets a clear, faith-centered vision, inviting the congregation to move forward together in trust, believing that God is still at work and not finished with them yet. Watch it here.