The season of Advent is upon us — a time to prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ and reflect on the wonder of His birth. This year, we’re inviting you and your family to be a part of something special. Join us for a 3-week Advent Bible Study and dinner on Wednesday evenings, where we will explore the …
Life today moves so fast that we often focus on problems and what’s missing. But learning to be thankful—what we call “thanksliving”—can change how we see life and how we connect with others. The Bible teaches us to be thankful in every situation. In 1 Thessalonians 5:18, it says, “Give thanks in all circumstances.” This reminds us that gratitude isn’t …
It’s that time of year when we are all thinking about our plans for Thanksgiving. What the menu will be, how to decorate, who will be coming, or if we are travelling. If we’re going to celebrate with friends or family, we may need to bring something. If we are hosting, there is a lot more to plan. Thanksgiving here at the Weekday …
When I began pastoring in 1996, around 70% of the U.S. population were members of a local church. Today, that number has dropped to 48%. But hold on—this is not where I begin writing about the demise of the church or cast blame on people for not being involved. There are actually several understandable reasons for this shift. One is …
The misinformation about Halloween never ceases to surprise me. The word “Halloween” is the modified version of its origin, “All Hallows’ Eve,” marking the evening before All Saints’ Day. All Saints’ Day on November 1st serves to honor all the saints, with many churches celebrating it on the nearest Sunday. Our Roman Catholic and Orthodox sisters and brothers have numerous Saints …
Last April I was asked to chair the newly-formed volunteerism committee at PTCUMC. The idea of leading this group felt both exciting and a bit overwhelming at first, but I knew it was an important step in finding ways to nurture a culture of service in our church. Over the next five months, nine of us gathered regularly, sharing not …
Aiden Scarborough completed our PTCUMC confirmation class, thoughtfully exploring his faith and what it means to follow Jesus. He then made the meaningful decision to be baptized, taking an important step in his walk with Christ. What a joy to witness on October 20, 2024. Welcome Aidan!
Olivia Moller completed our confirmation class, deepening her understanding of faith and commitment to Christ. We were thrilled to celebrate as she took the next step and was baptized on October 20, 2024 during our 9:30am traditional worship service!
On October 20, 2024 we welcomed Carole Ruff to our PTCUMC church! She has joined us in worship, and participating in our Confirmation Class, and we are so excited to have her as part of our church family. At PTCUMC, we believe in growing together in faith and community, and we look forward to walking alongside her on this journey. …
On October 20, 2024, we had the privilege of celebrating this year’s Confirmation students as they stood before our congregation, professing their faith in Jesus and taking ownership of their spiritual journey. This important milestone marks a new chapter in their walk with Christ. As a church family, we are committed to encouraging, equipping, and walking alongside them as they …
