No one expected the Messiah to come the way he did. Yet, the way he came was every bit as important as the coming itself. The manger is the message. Because of Bethlehem, God knows what it’s like to be human. Because of Bethlehem, when we talk to him about tough times, he understands. He’s been there. He’s been here. Because of Bethlehem, we no longer have marks on our record…just grace. Join us in the midst of your hectic Christmas season for a 4-sessions where you will revive your wonder that the One who made everything chose to make himself nothing for us. You can rekindle your connection to the Christ of Christmas who offers lasting hope and help yourself to lay down your endless Christmas to-do list so that you can receive what Jesus has already done. Let this Advent Season heal your heartache by embracing the God who is always near you, always for you, and always in you. This 5-week study is video-based with a study guide.

Who are United Methodists? Who are the people of the United Methodist Church? What do United Methodists believe? What do United Methodists do? And how does John Wesley United Methodist Church serve as part of the United Methodist Church? Join Pastor Ken for an informal Q&A session to explore the past, present, and future of the United Methodist Church.

Even people who are not practicing Christians think they are familiar with the story of the nativity, yet despite the abundance of Christian references in popular culture, most of us have not examined the hard edges of this Biblical story. The acclaimed author takes readers on an illuminating journey into the surprising background of the nativity and its message of hope and salvation.

The Sunday Seminar will do a short, 4 week study of Hidden Christmas by Timothy Keller beginning on Sunday, November 3rd at 9:45 am in Room 203. Please contact Wayne Murrah, wmurrah@comcast.net, if interested in joining this study. Everyone is welcome!