Sunday December 21, 2014

Christmas is upon us! Join us this Sunday for our Christmas service. It will be a great time of rejoicing for all as we hear the Christmas story and sing carols. This is a great service to invite a friend!

Know that you are loved and that I am praying for you.

Sunday December 14, 2014

Greetings! I hope you are finding joy in this holiday season.

On Sunday I will continue our Advent series: "Rejoice." As Christians we have so much reason for joy. So many blessings just being part of God's family. This Sunday I am preaching from Isaiah 9:2-7.  The people in darkness have seen a great light. How can those even in the most terrible of situations find reason for joy this holiday season? Is there joy for them?

How can you find joy in the midst of your circumstances? Come and find out!

Sunday December 7, 2014

Advent is a great time of rejoicing and anticipation as we celebrate the Nativity of Jesus Christ. For every person who knows Jesus as their Savior - there is reason to rejoice, despite the circumstances of life.

On Sunday I will preach from Luke 1:41-44, about Elizabeth. What kind of joy do we have just being in the presence of Christ? Join us as we celebrate and worship.

Know that you are loved,
Pastor Shannon

Sunday November 30, 2014

I hope that you have a blessed Thanksgiving this year - that you get to be with family or friends and that you recognize the blessings that the Lord has given you. 

On Sunday we start Advent. Advent is the anticipation of the celebration of Jesus coming to the world! This Advent season we will be focusing on rejoicing in what Christ brought to the world. The theme scripture is Luke 1:46-47 "My soul glorifies the Lord  and my spirit rejoice in God my Savior!"

Join us as we celebrate Jesus Christ  who is Emmanuel (which means God with us), this Christmas season. Know that you are loved!

Pastor Shannon

Sunday November 23, 2014

Can you believe we are already approaching the holiday season? Next week we will celebrate Thanksgiving, an awesome holiday that reminds us to be thankful. I've got so much to be thankful for this year - what about you?

On Sunday I will preach on Thanksgiving and the importance of being thankful people who consider the blessings the Lord has given us. God has blessed us in so many ways, consider what you have!

Join us following church as we decorate for the Christmas season! Bring a dish to share and join us for a fun time!

You are loved -
Pastor Shannon

Sunday November 16, 2014

Hello, I hope that you are well and keeping warm as the weather gets colder. This is my favorite season of the year, what are you enjoying this fall?

On Sunday I will conclude our series "Waiting with Purpose." As we conclude we are going to discuss trusting God. The thing is - our whole lives are waiting periods, waiting on what comes next...because when that things comes, we'll be waiting on something new. The point is, how can we trust God in the midst of life's waiting times?

I'd love to see you Sunday!
Pastor Shannon

Sunday November 9, 2014

Greetings! Our IOU groups are coming to a close for this session. We have been studying this book:

It is a biblical small group study on spending the time in wait with purpose. As we wait for our new building or for other things in our lives, ministry needs to still be happening, we need to still be growing!

This Sunday I will preach about becoming who/what God wants us to become. In the midst of our wait, God is working on us and we can choose who we want to become. Join us as we grow together!

I am praying for you!
Pastor Shannon

Sunday October 26, 2014

This fall we are studying "What Do You Do With Your Wait?" It is a biblical small group study on spending the time in wait with purpose. As we wait for our new building, ministry needs to still be happening!

On Sunday Jen Carney will be with us and preaching from the life of Joseph. He waited on the Lord for many years through many trials. Jen will preach on waiting with hope. Come and hear about Joseph's wait.

Sunday October 19, 2014

Greetings Harvest Pointers!

This fall we are studying "What Do You Do With Your Wait?" It is a biblical small group study on spending the time in wait with purpose. As we wait for our new building, ministry needs to still be happening!

This Sunday Rev. Patti Hostetler from Canton is coming to preach. She will be preaching on the life of King David. David was in his early teens when we was promised the kingdom and had to wait many years for his opportunity to lead. Come find out how he learned to trust God in the midst of his wait.

Sunday October 12, 2014

Hello! I hope you are enjoying your week!

Our IOU groups are in full swing. IOU means Inward, Outward and Upward and refers to the type of growth we need to do as disciples of Christ. We need to work internally on ourselves, we need to focus outward on those around us, and we need to focus upward on God. We have three groups for you to join: Sunday, Tuesday and Friday.

We are studying "What Do You Do With Your Wait?" It is a biblical small group study on spending the time in wait with purpose. As we wait for our new building, ministry needs to still be happening!

This Sunday I will introduce the series on "Waiting with Purpose." Join us as we grow together!

Know that you are loved!
Pastor Shannon

Sunday October 5, 2014

Hello! Welcome to October. This week we were able to meet with Myler and we saw drawing for our building! What an exciting time in the life of our church. If you missed the meeting, feel free to ask questions or come by.

This week our IOU groups are starting. IOU means Inward, Outward and Upward and refers to the type of growth we need to do as disciples of Christ. We need to work internally on ourselves, we need to focus outward on those around us, and we need to focus upward on God. We have three groups for you to join: Sunday, Tuesday and Friday.

This fall we are studying "What Do You Do With Your Wait?" It is a biblical small group study on spending the time in wait with purpose. As we wait for our new building, ministry needs to still be happening! Join us for one of our groups and on Sunday mornings as I preach along with the topic!

Sunday September 28, 2014

Greetings! What an exciting week this is! We have been working towards a building for 13 years and this week we will get to see that vision moving forward in a real way. Myler, our hired design build company, will be sharing with us the drawings for our very own building! Please come and plan to stay afterwards for a luncheon and a special presentation by Myler. 

This week we will conclude our vision series, where we have been talking about how to move forward as God is leading. We want to move forward, but are we afraid? Check out Deuteronomy 1:6-8 and 19-33 in preparation. 

Know that you are loved~

Pastor Shannon

Sunday September 21, 2014

Hello! This week we officially enter "fall." What a blessing to be able to experience the changing seasons. 

We are in the midst of a vision series, talking about how to move forward as God is leading. We are dealing with the "how" question. How do we implement this vision? With the Acts 2 church as our example we look at how to move forward within the vision God has laid out for Harvest Point Church. Implementing the vision takes total commitment in three areas: prayer, service and giving. This week we will focus on giving. Where and how can you give to enable the vision? Join us as we worship together.

This week we also have the privilege of dedicating a child to God - pray with us as we dedicate Milo New.  

Blessings for your week~

Pastor Shannon

Sunday September 14, 2014

Hello! How are you enjoying this beautiful summer weather in September? There have been some very nice days! 

We have been discussing Vision for the last month, we are dealing with the "how" question. How do we implement this vision? With the Acts 2 church as our example we look at how to move forward with our vision. Implementing the vision takes total commitment in three areas: prayer, service and giving. This week we will focus on service. Join us as we worship together. 

I am praying for each one of you! 

Pastor Shannon

Sunday September 7, 2014

Greetings! Here we are in September already, my how this year has flown by! I am excited for all things fall; at the church we are preparing to start IOU groups, have a youth group kick-off party for this new year and looking forward to meeting with Myler to hear about our building!

This week, I am continuing the "Vision" series. After we've dealt with what, why, when, where, who...we are going to finish with how? How do we implement the vision? There are three areas I will be focusing on, to implement the vision we need to be totally committed to: prayer, serving and giving. This week we will look closely at prayer. 

I hope that you can join us and stay afterwards for an important community meeting! 

Blessings~
Pastor Shannon

Sunday August 24, 2014

Hello! This is the day the Lord has made, be glad and rejoice! Where can you find joy in this day?

On Sunday I will continue speaking about Vision. Today we dealt with why? and what? This coming Sunday I will deal with the who questions. Who are we in the vision? Who are we reaching? Who is God in all of this? Come and find out!

Sunday August 17, 2014

Greetings! Last week we celebrated our 5th annual Luau and it was a wonderful event! We hosted 20% more guests than last year and had a beautiful day for free community fun! Thank you for being a part of this great event.

On Sunday, I will begin a new series: Vision.  What does God have in store for us? Why are we building? These are important questions and we need to all be on the same page. What is the vision for Harvest Point Church of God in the future?

I hope that this finds each one of you well. Know that you are loved and prayed for!

~Pastor Shannon

Sunday August 10, 2014

This Saturday is our major outreach event of the year. Please plan to be there this Saturday to help! We need everyone to get involved. Some of our people come early to set up (8am) if you can help then, please everyone be there by 10am so that we can pray and make sure we are ready to open up.

This coming Sunday we will celebrate as we consider our Luau. We will also have a picnic at the Pandrea's home following service. Come and celebrate with us, consider what the Lord has done!

Sunday August 3, 2014

Good morning! I hope that you are well, on Sunday I will be back in the pulpit after a few months learning how to be a mommy.  I am so excited to be back with you!

On Sunday I will be preaching about outreach and evangelism. As we move into the final weeks before our annual Luau we need to be prepared for all of the people we are going to come into contact with. What is our job as the people of God? 

Please also plan to stay after church on Sunday so that we can finalize details about the Luau! We need everyone's help to make this event a success for the people of Lordstown! 

Sunday July 27, 2014

Hello, this week we are concluding our series about Biblical hero's. We all have people in the Bible that we relate to more. What Biblical character is a hero or an example for you? Which Biblical person do you relate to the most? Our preachers will be sharing with you about a Biblical character who has shaped their life!

David Cross will be with us once again to share about another one of his Biblical hero's: Esther.  Esther was a courageous woman of God, how has she shaped David's life? Come and find out!

Sunday July 20, 2014

Greetings! We are in the midst of our series about Biblical hero's. We all have people in the Bible that we relate to more. What Biblical character is a hero or an example for you? Which Biblical person do you relate to the most? Our preachers will be sharing with you about a Biblical character who has shaped their life!

This Sunday we will hear from Chris Goodwin, an amazing man of God from Western PA.  Join us as Brother Chris shares about his Biblical hero: John the Baptist.

This week is the North East Ohio camp meeting (July 19-27). Be sure to check out the schedule of events and get involved: NEO Camp Meeting. Come over for services every evening, you will be blessed!

Sunday July 13, 2014

Greetings! We are in the midst of our series about Biblical hero's. We all have people in the Bible that we relate to more. What Biblical character is a hero or an example for you? Which Biblical person do you relate to the most? Our preachers will be sharing with you about a Biblical character who has shaped their life!

On Sunday we get to hear from PA State Pastor, Rebecca New-Edson! She is a fantastic preacher and you will not want to miss her story as she shares about the woman at the well: John 4:1-42. How has this woman influenced Pastor Rebecca? Come and find out!

This week starts the North East Ohio camp meeting (July 19-27).  Be sure to check out the schedule of events and get involved: NEO Camp Meeting.

Sunday July 6, 2014

Hello, we are in the midst of our series about Biblical hero's. We all have people in the Bible that we relate to more. What Biblical character is a hero or an example for you? Which Biblical person do you relate to the most? Our preachers will be sharing with you about a Biblical character who has shaped their life!

This Sunday we get to hear from seminary graduate Jennifer Carney. She is a missionary, an educator and a lovely woman of God.  Join us to hear about her Biblical hero: Jacob!

Sunday June 29, 2014

Greetings! We are in the midst of our series about Biblical hero's. We all have people in the Bible that we relate to more. What Biblical character is a hero or an example for you? Which Biblical person do you relate to the most? Our preachers will be sharing with you about a Biblical character who has shaped their life!

This Sunday we get to hear from Brett Spangler! He will be preaching about Zacchaeus from Luke 19. What does Zacchaeus have to do with outreach? Come and find out!

Sunday June 22, 2014

Good morning, we are in the midst of our series about Biblical hero's. We all have people in the Bible that we relate to more. What Biblical character is a hero or an example for you? Which Biblical person do you relate to the most? Our preachers will be sharing with you about a Biblical character who has shaped their life!

David Dominianni, a seminary graduate and wonderful man of God, will be preaching this Sunday on Paul. How has Paul influenced his life and ministry? Come and find out!

This week is the Church of God annual convention, taking place in Oklahoma! If you want to get involved or want more information please go here: CHOG convention.

Sunday June 15, 2014

Greetings! For the next few months we are hearing about Biblical hero's. We all have people in the Bible that we relate to more. What Biblical character is a hero or an example for you? Which Biblical person do you relate to the most? Our preachers will be sharing with you about a Biblical character who has shaped their life!

On Sunday we will hear from Sharon Goodwin, an amazing lady from Pennsylvania! She will be preaching on Joseph.

We will also be celebrating the men in our life on Sunday! Thank you fathers, grandpas, uncles, brothers and friends for the support and love you have given us over the years!

Sunday, June 8, 2014

Hello, for the next few months we are hearing about Biblical hero's. We all have people in the Bible that we relate to more. What Biblical character is a hero or an example for you? Which Biblical person do you relate to the most? Our preachers will be sharing with you about a Biblical character who has shaped their life!

On Sunday, David Cross will be sharing about Esther. Join us to hear about this amazing woman of God.

Sunday June 1, 2014

Greetings! For the next few months we are hearing about Biblical hero's. We all have people in the Bible that we relate to more. What Biblical character is a hero or an example for you? Which Biblical person do you relate to the most? Our preachers will be sharing with you about a Biblical character who has shaped their life!

On Sunday, I will be preaching about one of my biblical examples: Jonah. Read the whole book in preparation, it's not very long, only three chapters: Jonah. Come and hear how the story of Jonah has influenced me.

You are loved!
Pastor Shannon

Sunday May 25, 2014

Hello! On Sunday we will begin a new series. We are going to be talking about Biblical hero's. We all have people in the Bible that we relate to more. What Biblical character is a hero or an example for you? Which Biblical person do you relate to the most?

On Sunday we will talk about the ultimate biblical hero: Jesus. He is our best example and our greatest character study. As Christians we strive to be Christ-like in all that we do!

Join us!

Sunday May 18, 2014

Hello! What a beautiful day it is! I hope that you are enjoying the May weather.

On Sunday I will be preaching about the importance of prayer. Why do we pray? What is the point? What IS prayer? Come Sunday as we find out.

We will also hear Sunday from Brett and Kevin as they share with us about the Exponential: Seek and Save conference they went to earlier this month.

I hope you are well!
Pastor Shannon

Look Up From Your Phone

The full video from Sunday's sermon: The Better Part

Sunday May 11, 2014

Greetings! We are moving into May and the warmer months and I for one am grateful for the sunshine!

On Sunday we will celebrate the women who have impacted and influenced our lives. We give thanks for mothers, grandmothers, aunts, sisters and special friends who have loved us and supported us. All are welcome for this special service.

Be in prayer for the leadership as we make some decisions about planning and building.  Things are moving along well! We are so excited, come to our community  meeting on May 25th to hear more information.

In Christ's love,
Pastor Shannon

Sunday May 4, 2014

Hello! I hope this finds you well on this rainy spring day. April showers bring May flowers, something to look forward to!

We are in a series following our small group book study.  On Sunday we will be concluding our conversation on Chasing Daylight. We are only given so much time, so we are called to make the most of every moment...every opportunity. Our lives are supposed to make a difference, are we taking hold of that call?

I am praying for each one of you!
Pastor Shannon

Holy Week: Easter Sunday

Holy Week Readings: Easter Sunday April 20

This week I am going to post every day readings so that you can walk with Jesus through his final week on earth. Consider the historical, personal and theological ramifications of these things. Allow yourself to be drawn into a more intimate relationship with God. Choose one of the readings for each bullet point or read them all to see how the different gospels deal with it:

* Resurrection witness (Matthew 28:1-8; Mark 16:1-8; Luke 24:1-12; John 20:1-18)

* Resurrection appearances (Matthew 28:9-20; Mark 16:9-18; Luke 24:13-53; John 20:19 - 21:25)

Prayer: Pray for understanding of seeing Christ risen from the grave. Give thanks to God for such an amazing act of power. Allow yourself to be amazed at what God has done.

Join us for Easter Sunday Service this morning at 10am. 

Holy Week: Saturday

Holy Week Readings: Saturday April 19

This week I am going to post every day readings so that you can walk with Jesus through his final week on earth. Consider the historical, personal and theological ramifications of these things. Allow yourself to be drawn into a more intimate relationship with God: 

This day is sometimes called Holy Saturday or Black Saturday.  Everything was still - the disciples mourned.  

Prayer: Spend time getting into the mindset of Christ's followers - Christ was crucified. What must they have been thinking, what must they have been feeling? Spend time in silence and allow God to speak to you. 

Join us tomorrow morning at 10am for our Easter Sunday celebration. 

Holy Week: Friday

Holy Week Readings: Friday April 18

This week I am going to post every day readings so that you can walk with Jesus through his final week on earth. Consider the historical, personal and theological ramifications of these things. Allow yourself to be drawn into a more intimate relationship with God. Choose one of the readings for each bullet point or read them all to see how the different gospels deal with it:

* Betrayal and arrest (Matthew 26:47-56; Mark 14:43-50; John 18:1-12)

* Jewish Trial - Jesus appears in three phases in front of 1) Annas (John 18:13-24); 2) Caiaphas and partial Sanhedrin (Matthew 26:57-75; Mark 14:53-65); 3) Sanhedrin fully assembled (Matthew 27:1-2; Mark 15:1)

* Roman Trial - Jesus appeared in three phases before 1) Pilate (Matthew 27:11-14; Mark 15:2-5); 2) Herod Antipas (Luke 23:6-12); 3) Pilate (Matthew 27:15-26; Mark 15:6-15)

Between 9am and 3pm

* Crucifixion, Death and Burial (Matthew 27:27-66; Mark 15:16-47; Luke 23:26-56; John 19:1-42)

Prayer: Spend time contemplating what was done this day - spend time considering that this was so that you might have life.  Spend time contemplating how the disciples and family must have mourned.  Allow the events of this Friday to overwhelm you and remind you of your faith journey.  Spend time praying and speaking to God about all of these things. 

Join us tonight for a Good Friday Tenebrae Service - a somber service of remembrance at 6pm. 

Holy Week: Thursday

Holy Week Readings: Thursday April 17

This week I am going to post every day readings so that you can walk with Jesus through his final week on earth. Consider the historical, personal and theological ramifications of these things. Allow yourself to be drawn into a more intimate relationship with God. Choose one of the readings for each bullet point or read them all to see how the different gospels deal with it:

* Preparations for Passover (Matthew 26:17-19; Mark 14:12-16)

After sundown:

* Passover meal and Last Supper (Matthew 26:20-35; Mark 14:17-25)

* Upper Room Discourses (John 13-17)

* Prayers in the Garden of Gethsemane (Matthew 26:36-46; Mark 14:32-42)

Prayer:  Spend time thinking about what it would have been like in that upper room, how would you have felt with all that Jesus said? How would you have felt when he washed your feet? Pray that God would guide you and lead to serve as Jesus served.  Pray for a humble heart. 

Join us tonight for communion and foot washing at the church at 6pm!

Holy Week: Wednesday

Holy Week Readings: Wednesday April 16

This week I am going to post every day readings so that you can walk with Jesus through his final week on earth. Consider the historical, personal and theological ramifications of these things. Allow yourself to be drawn into a more intimate relationship with God. Choose one of the readings for each bullet point or read them all to see how the different gospels deal with it:

Jesus and the disciples remain in Bethany for a last time of fellowship

* Judas returns alone to Jerusalem to make arrangements for the betrayal (Matthew 26:14-16; Mark 14:1-2 and 10-11)

Prayer:  Pray for understanding of Judas' actions, why would he do this? Ask God to bring to your mind any times when you have betrayed God, ask for forgiveness and spend time thanking God for amazing grace.

Holy Week: Tuesday

Holy Week Readings: Tuesday April 15

This week I am going to post every day readings so that you can walk with Jesus through his final week on earth. Consider the historical, personal and theological ramifications of these things. Allow yourself to be drawn into a more intimate relationship with God. Choose one of the readings for each bullet point or read them all to see how the different gospels deal with it:

* Reaction to cursing the fig tree on the way back from Jerusalem (Mark 11:20-26)

* Debates with the religious leaders in Jerusalem and teaching in the temple (Matthew 21:23 - 23:39; Mark 11:27 - 12:44)

* Eschatological Discourse on the Mount of Olives (Matthew 24:3-44; Mark 13:1-37)

Prayer: Spend time thinking about these conversations, what do they mean to you? Pray for understanding. 

Holy Week: Monday

Holy Week Readings: Monday April 14

This week I am going to post every day readings so that you can walk with Jesus through his final week on earth. Consider the historical, personal and theological ramifications of these things. Allow yourself to be drawn into a more intimate relationship with God. Choose one of the readings for each bullet point or read them all to see how the different gospels deal with it:

* Cursing the fig tree (Matthew 21:18-22; Mark 11:12-14)

* Clearing the temple (Matthew 21:12-13; Mark 11:15-17)

* Miracles and challenges in the temple (Matthew 21:14-16; Mark 11:18)

* Return to Bethany (Mark 11:19)

Prayer: Pray that you might come to a greater understanding of what the disciples were feeling as they watched Jesus through this week. Pray for understanding of what Jesus might have been feeling/experiencing.  Pray for an open mind to hear this Holy Week message in a new and powerful way. 

Holy Week: Palm Sunday

Holy Week Readings: Palm Sunday April 13

Every year I encourage you to walk with Jesus through Holy Week. Take this time to remember why it is that we meet together, what it is that we have that gives us hope! 

During this week I am going to post readings daily so that you can walk with Jesus through his final week on earth.  Consider the historical, personal and theological ramifications of these things.  Allow yourself to be drawn into a more intimate relationship with God.  Choose one of the readings for each bullet point or read them all to see how the different gospels deal with it:

* Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem (Matthew 21:1-11; Mark 11:1-10; John 12:12-18)

* Return to Bethany (Matthew 21:17;  Mark 11:11)

Prayer: Pray that God will open your heart and mind up to a better understanding of what the disciples went through.  Pray that you will experience Jesus fully this week. 

Sunday April 13, 2014

Hello! Can you believe that we are already to Holy Week?

The next few weeks we are taking a break from our IOU series, Chasing Daylight, for Holy Week.  This week is Palm Sunday and I will preach about Jesus and his victorious entry into Jerusalem. This is a very special week, be sure to check back daily starting Sunday April 13 for readings through Holy Week! And join us for special services: Maundy Thursday April 17 at 6pm and Good Friday April 18 at 6pm.

Blessings,
Pastor Shannon

Sunday April 6, 2014

Hello! I hope that this finds you well as we enter April and the month of Easter!

We are in a series following our small group book study. On Sunday we will be continuing our discussion that comes from Chasing Daylight. Human beings are only given so much time, so we are called to make the most of every moment...every opportunity.  The book is focused on the life of Jonathan - a man of God who stepped out in faith.

On Sunday I will be preach about risk. Not many people are risk takers in general, for some of us it's just not in our nature. So what does it mean to risk for God? How did Jonathan risk? What does this mean for us? Come on Sunday and find out!

You are loved!
Pastor Shannon

Sunday March 30, 2014

Hello! I hope this finds you well!

This Sunday we will be continuing our conversation from Chasing Daylight - our IOU group study book. We are only given so much time, so we are called to make the most of every moment...every opportunity.  It is focused on the life of Jonathan - a man of God who stepped out in faith.

On Sunday Pastor Brian Smith is going to take a look with you at influence. The idea of the chapter is that we can (and should) use our influence for good and Godly things.  Your touch in someone's life may be far more reaching than you know! We have great opportunities in life to influence people for God.

This weekend on Saturday and Sunday the Elder's and I will be at a strategic planning weekend.  This is a terribly important time for the leaders as well as the church at large. We need your help to make this weekend successful: please be in prayer for us as we pray, work on team building, and vision for the future of Harvest Point Church.

Blessings,
Pastor Shannon

Sunday March 23, 2014

Greetings! We finally are having some spring weather - rain and warmth!

We are in a series following our small group book study.  On Sunday we will be continuing our conversation from Chasing Daylight. We are only given so much time, so we are called to make the most of every moment...every opportunity.  It is focused on the life of Jonathan - a man of God who stepped out in faith.

This Sunday we are going to take a look at uncertainty.  We are all uncertain at times - especially about what God wants from us or where God wants us to go.  How do we find the right path? We are going to look at Exodus 3-4 and the story of Moses.  Moses was uncertain that God could use him, have you ever felt that way? Uncertainty is not a good thing in making the most of our moments.  Come as we discuss it!

Know that you are loved!
Pastor Shannon

Sunday March 9, 2014

Greetings! I hope that you are well on this brisk March day.  My goodness, will the cold never cease!?

On Sunday we will be continuing our conversation from Chasing Daylight - our IOU group study book. We are only given so much time, so we are called to make the most of every moment...every opportunity.  It is focused on the life of Jonathan - a man of God who stepped out in faith.

This Sunday we are going to take a look at our choices. Every choice you make is an opportunity for good. I am going to be preaching on the life of Rahab, the prostitute, from Joshua 2. Can our choices change our life? Come and find out!

I am praying for each one of you!
Pastor Shannon

Sunday March 2, 2014

Greetings! I hope that this finds you well.  As I sit and look out at the snow coming once again I am trying to see the glory of what God creates.  Even though it's been a winter that seems to go on forever, I know that spring and new life is coming eventually. God is faithful!

This week we have started our IOU (small) groups.  You are still welcome to join if you would like! I will begin preaching this week along with our series. Don't worry, the messages are still relevant even if you aren't part of a group! This week I will preach about Jonathan and Saul from 1 Samuel 14:1-23. How does being connected with God affect our actions and our potential? God directs our steps when we are connected to him! Join us for worship!

Blessings~
Pastor Shannon

Sunday February 23, 2014

Greetings!

We have heard this past month about how God is making all things new.  What this means practically is that our lives will change (for the better)! The Church of God holds to two ideals that come from a life that is changed, two foundations which we live by: Holiness and Unity.  On Sunday I preached on Holiness from 2 Corinthians 6:14-7:1.  This Sunday I will preach on Unity.  What does it mean to work together for the cause of Christ? What does being new have to do with our connection with others?

Our IOU groups (Inward, Outward and Upward focused small groups) start up again this week. Sunday the 23rd, Tuesday the 25th and Friday the 28th.  Are you part of a group?

I am praying for you!
Pastor Shannon

Sunday February 16, 2014

Hello! I hope that this finds you well and warm!

We have heard this past month about how God is making all things new.  What this means practically is that our lives will change (for the better)! The Church of God holds to two ideals that come from a life that is changed, two foundations which we live by: Holiness and Unity.  On Sunday I will preach on Holiness or Holy Living.  What does it mean to be "holy"? Come and find out!

I am praying for each one of you~
Pastor Shannon

Sunday February 9, 2014

Hello! This past weekend I went away from what I had originally planned to preach and shared about SHAPE, a Church of God program.  SHAPE stands for Sustaining Health and Pastoral Excellence.  It is a program that connects pastors together for the purpose of creating pastoral health.  A healthy pastor can lead a healthy church.  If you'd like to check out the sermon, which is not just for pastors but for everyone, go to our website: Harvest Point Church

This week I will preach on a New Heaven and New Earth from Revelation 21:1-8. I'd love to see you Sunday for worship!

"Communion" by Third Day

The video I shared on Sunday in preparation for Communion:

Sunday February 2, 2014

This week is February...wait, February already!? My goodness how time flies!

God is doing something new...the Bible tells us this. We have heard about becoming a New Creation and the New Covenant, this week we we will hear about the New Heaven and the New Earth.  Read Revelation 21:1-8 in preparation for Sunday's sermon.

This Sunday is Super Bowl Sunday, support your favorite team in the Sunday morning service.  I know they lost, but I'll still be wearing my 49ers jersey! Sunday evening we will meet at the Pandrea's for a fun night of football and food!

You are loved!
Pastor Shannon

Our Story: Pastor Shannon and Brett

A few of my friends/colleagues in ministry and I have been working on a blog to first identify who we are, second why we love the church and the Church of God, and third to have discussion about issues that are ongoing in the kingdom.

Check out the blog - here is a special link to my story specifically: Pastor Shannon's story.

Sunday January 26, 2014

Hi! It's cold and snowy but today I am thankful for the space heater that lives under my desk! I hope that you are finding a way to stay warm.

On Sunday I preached about becoming a New Creation...this week I will preach about the New Covenant - when Jesus was in the upper room with the disciples he spoke of the New Covenant, but what is it? What does it mean? Come Sunday as I preach about the New Covenant in Jesus' blood. Read 1 Corinthians 11:23-34 in preparation.  We will also take the Lord's Supper together.

Remember THIS Wednesday at 7pm is our Annual Meeting,  please come!

Sunday January 19, 2014

Hello! I hope that all is well and that you are enjoying this break in the snow and cold!

On Sunday we heard from Brian Smith about how God makes all things new.  This Sunday I am going to start a series on Sacrifices.  What are the things that we have to sacrifice to God? What does sacrifice mean? We are going to start by talking about "self." Read 2 Corinthians 5: 11-21.  We must sacrifice our old self to God to become a new creation.  Why must we do this? Why would we do this? Come Sunday as we discuss it!

I am praying for each one of you,
Pastor Shannon

Sunday January 5, 2014

Welcome to the New Year! 2013 was an amazing year for the church with a lot of great moments and forward movement for the church, I am looking forward to what 2014 has in store for us.

On Sunday I will preach on Epiphany.  We are in the twelve days of Christmas, what does Epiphany mean? Come Sunday and find out! Also, read Matthew 2:1-12 in preparation for Sunday morning.

Blessings as you start the New Year!
Pastor Shannon