Worship News

“Sacred Earth, Sacred Worth”Sermon Series on Creation Spirituality What if we lived life truly connected to the origins of Creation and the Creator? In the beginning God created all things and called them “supremely good.” Creation Spirituality moves us to embrace the steady beat of continuing creation and transformation that God designed from the very …

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Thank You

A heartfelt thanks for all the cards, texts, and check-ins during my recent recovery. It surely made the challenge of being at home much more tolerable. Thank you all for your kindness and care. I will look forward to being with you all again soon. Pastor Lenore

Supremely Good

In Genesis 1, “God said” and humans and all of creation receive life from the very hand and voice of God. God declares that creation is “supremely good” (CEB). All of creation is therefore part and parcel “of God” and as Christians we are called to be that supreme goodness to the world. In recent …

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Lighthouses

Some of my favorite places to visit are lighthouses. They have always held a certain fascination for me. Perhaps it is the idea of a light in the midst of a storm or a constant light to guide ships safely to shore. They also come in an endless variety of sizes and shapes, but always …

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Being an Oasis Church

The United Methodist Church (UMC) is in a challenging time and some churches are choosing to end their affiliation with the UMC. As we experience this conflict, there are brothers and sisters who desire to remain Methodist but whose church has disaffiliated. Chapel UMC (CUMC) has decided to be an Oasis Church that welcomes those …

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Worship News

Everyone is looking forward to celebrating Easter. Ash Wednesday, February 26th, begins the season of Lent, a time of reflection and contemplation leading up to Good Friday and the joyous celebration of Christ’s resurrection on Easter. Schedule of Events:

Perseverance and Perspective

It’s the Lenten season. It’s a time to take time to examine our hearts to see where we have become separated from God. A time to create space for grace to enter in and allow the Spirit to renew, restore and direct our lives. It takes perseverance and intentionality to gain perspective. As Christ followers, …

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Tips for a Happier Life

From the Mayo Clinic News Network Yes, it’s time for New Year’s resolutions and hopes for the coming year. We often go to some kind of self-improvement plan. Described as developing an energy management plan, the following steps appeared in the Cleveland Plain Dealer on New Year’s Day (with a few additions from the pastor): …

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From the Pastor’s Desk: God’s Dream

Written in a time of exile of the Hebrew people in Babylon, the prophetJeremiah declares: 11 For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. 12 Then you will call on me and come and …

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Endowment Fund News

The Endowment Steering Committee as well as the Finance Committee, the Trustees, and Council are inviting all members of the congregation to a second informational meeting to discuss what an Endowment Fund is and how it will benefit Chapel United Methodist Church. The meeting will be Sunday, September 25th in the sanctuary after the worship …

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Blue Christmas Service

Thank you to all who helped with our Blue Christmas Service NOEL Born is the King! We were able to offer this time of healing and hope to our community and in their response to the Love Offering, we sent $435 to the McKinley Center, helping needy families in Lake County. What a joyous day …

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