Matthew 5:27-32 (NRSV) 27 “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall not commit adultery.’ 28 But I say to you that everyone who looks at a woman with lust has already committed adultery with her in his heart. 29 If your right eye causes you to sin, tear it out and throw it away; it is better for you to…
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Matthew 5:21-26 (NRSV) 21 “You have heard that it was said to those of ancient times, ‘You shall not murder’; and ‘whoever murders shall be liable to judgment.’ 22 But I say to you that if you are angry with a brother or sister,[a] you will be liable to judgment; and if you insult[b] a brother or sister,[c] you will be liable to…
Matthew 5:17-20 17 “Do not think that I have come to abolish the law or the prophets; I have come not to abolish but to fulfill. 18 For truly I tell you, until heaven and earth pass away, not one letter,[a] not one stroke of a letter, will pass from the law until all is accomplished. 19 Therefore, whoever breaks[b] one of…
Matthew 5:13-16: NRSV 13 “You are the salt of the earth; but if salt has lost its taste, how can its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for anything, but is thrown out and trampled under foot.14 “You are the light of the world. A city built on a hill cannot be hid. 15 No one after lighting a lamp…
Parker UMC App Launch We are very excited to announce that we have launched our very own Parker UMC app for smartphones and tablets. The app will be available on both Apple and Android platforms and it’s free to download. Some of you may be wandering what exactly is an app and how can we…
The season of Advent is inviting us to wait for the full experience of Christmas and the complete celebration of the birth of Jesus. Once again, we are called to the manger and then instructed to move out into the world as the people of God. We come to the manger with hearts that are filled with memories of the past and a…
As we enter into this season of Advent and Christmas, I am always amazed at all of the advertisements that are thrown my way. My kids pick them up, wide-eyed, and think that they have to have it all! They have to have all of the toys, all of the games, all of the electronics, all of the… well, you get the…
Greetings Everyone, This is a month when we traditionally think of giving thanks, and this is certainly an appropriate time to thank all of you who have been in leadership of our Parker UMC. Some of you are going off a committee, some of you are staying on or changing to another committee and some of you are just beginning a commitment to…
4 The god of this age has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so that they cannot see the light of the gospel that displays the glory of Christ, who is the image of God. 5 For what we preach is not ourselves, but Jesus Christ as Lord, and ourselves as your servants for Jesus’ sake. 6 For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” made…
Matthew 5: 1-12: NRSV 5 When Jesus[a] saw the crowds, he went up the mountain; and after he sat down, his disciples came to him. 2 Then he began to speak, and taught them, saying: 3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. 5 “Blessed…
This year’s Advent Study takes its devotional content from the Sermon on the Mount. Each devotional uses two translations of the same scripture, NRSV and The Voice. Below you will find a short calendar of events during advent, an introduction by Randy and daily devotions from our blog. Sundays in Advent Sunday, November 29: First…
What if You Could Provide a Thanksgiving Meal and Christmas Presents to Families in Need this Season? This month and next month we have opportunities to support our Missions partners–Parker Task Force and The Denver Inner City Parish: The Parker Task Forceexpects to provide Thanksgiving dinners for many clients needing assistance this year. You can help by…
Feed My Starving Children is a global mission that packs meals for starving and malnourished children around the world. Working with local churches and organizations they provide ingredients and tools to pack and ship meals to over 70 countries. The actual packing is done by volunteers just like you and me. This year’s mobile pack…
2015 LaPuente Mission Update Thank you Parker United Methodist Church. Many Hands, many hours make our LaPuente Mission the success of our efforts. We were able to make and deliver: 100 Hygiene bags: Men 60 Hygiene bags: Women 40 Blankets and 3 reversible comforters It took 2 trips to Alamosa to deliver the donations! This…
Can you think back to the best Thanksgiving experience of your life? I can actually think of several but the one that stands out happened just a few years ago. As it turns out, we seldom have our primary family Thanksgiving gathering on the actually holiday. Our typical pattern is to celebrate with the traditional feast on the Sunday before or the Sunday after. That way our kids can get…