Greetings Sisters and Brothers of our “Neighborhood Church” PTCUMC – I am so glad you are part of it! It was a wonderful Labor Day weekend and attendance as we kicked off a new worship series called “UNCERTAIN” – and having “Faith that Hangs Tough.” I appreciate all the positive feedback, and am looking forward to sharing this Sunday’s message …
Sisters and Brothers, can you believe it’s been nearly seven weeks?! I was asked recently if it was my third or fourth Sunday… it was my sixth. Loving it!! Thank you for being such a great church and thank you for continuing to introduce and re-introduce yourselves. I think I’ve surprised some of you by remembering who you were after …
Blessed are those who trust in the Lord and have made the Lord their hope and confidence. They are like trees planted along a riverbank, with roots that reach deep into the water. Such trees are not bothered by the heat or worried by long months of drought. Their leaves stay green, and they never stop producing fruit. – Jeremiah …
Hello Neighbors! What a Sunday we’re about to have together! We’ll continue our “Three Simple Questions” theme with, “Why Do People Need Jesus’ Church?” You know church is God’s idea, not ours. It’s “the plan.” There’s no back-up plan. Ever thought of that or had it put that way? Further, and more importantly, church is not a place we go …
Hey Friends! That was a GREAT start to the school year. One hundred and twenty-four (124) children participated in our back-pack blessing! Wow! I want to thank Beth and Meg for their leadership and the 30 servants of Christ serving in Kids Ministry this past weekend. Way to go! Things like this don’t just happen. It takes a consistent level …
Sisters & Brothers of PTCUMC! What a welcome! It has been a very gracious and pleasant experience that you have offered to Kara and me and our family. Safe to say, we have “taken to you” right away! You’ve certainly reinforced the great reputation you have among United Methodist clergy. What a church! I’ll be continuing to enjoy getting to …
By the time you read this, you probably have plans for the Independence Day holiday. Whatever your plans, I hope that you and the people you love the most are safe and blessed. However, allow me to make a suggestion: celebrate your freedom by increasing someone else’s freedom. It’s a great way to love your neighbor! A few examples to …
August 29, 1942 – June 25, 2024 Terry was a longtime member of PTC UMC, serving in food prep for the Men’s Shelter and many other areas of service. She had a servant’s heart and was always ready to meet the need. Terry loved gardening, golf and playing bridge. She made quite a few friends in those circles. A service …
To my new friends at PTCUMC! I’m so excited (and grateful!) to get to be your new Lead Pastor. I know it wasn’t something you were expecting, neither was I, but what an opportunity! This church is well known and respected in the Conference and it’s quite the honor to be appointed here. In this regard I have you at …
In the midst of the modern-day culture wars, where debates rage over politics, social values, and identity, understanding how our faith intersects with the world around us is more important—and more confusing—than ever. The struggle to understand how Christians should meet and engage with the world is nothing new. It’s rooted in the ancient history of the Church and revealed …
