A note from Pastor Travis 4/27/23
To say that my grandmother lives in the country is an understatement. She lives several miles outside of a town of 400 people. The road to her house is in the woods, and most of the 10 acres she lives on …
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A note from Pastor Travis 4/20/23
This Sunday, April 23rd, we will be reflecting on the Emmaus Story, Luke 24:13-25. It is a story of welcome and hospitality. It is a story about the blessings that we both give and receive through our welcoming and hospitality. As …
Upcoming Church Events!
Hub Celebration: Sunday, April 30th at 1:30pm Meet at Aldersgate UMC in North Reading. What is a hub? It is a group of United Methodist Churches in a geographical area. Think of a hub as the new version of a …
A note from Pastor Travis 4/13/23
One of my favorite traditions from the Greek Orthodox Church takes place on Holy Monday. The day after Easter Sunday is dedicated to laughter. People spend the day telling each other jokes. The origin of this tradition is rooted in …
A note from Pastor Travis 3/31/23
Spring is a wonderful time in the life of the church, and we have many powerful opportunities to gather over the next few months for worship, learning, and fellowship. I want to make sure that you are aware of all …
A note from Pastor Travis 3/23/23
I am excited for us to gather for worship during Holy Week and Easter. It is a week of worship which centers our lives in Christ, and gives us the opportunity to focus on eternal things. There is nothing better …
A note from Pastor Travis 3/16/23
Syracuse University has an orange tree on its campus. You wouldn’t think that a college in one of the snowiest places in New York would have an orange tree, but it does. Now, it isn’t growing outside, having to survive …
A note from Pastor Travis 3/9/23
Though COVID is still with us, we are learning to better manage our risks and continuing to adapt and adjust to live with it. As a result, we are beginning to enjoy many of the things that were put on pause …
Lent & Holy Week 2023
We are well into the season of Lent as the calendar turns to March and then on to April and Holy Week! We are continuing our Lenten study, join us even if you haven’t read the book! Upcoming dates are: …
A note from Pastor Travis 2/23/22
This Sunday is the first Sunday in Lent. Every year on this Sunday, we read the passage of Jesus going into the wilderness for 40 days, to fast and pray for God’s direction before he begins his ministry. It is …