Sunday January 13, 2013

Oh my! I apologize for the long absence! With Christmas and the New Year I guess I got busy.  I hope that your holiday's were wonderful, I am sure glad to be back into a normal routine. 

On December 30 I gave a "State of the Church Address."  I talked about the last few years, how far we've come and some challenges that face us as we move forward.  Last week I started a series on getting involved based on Acts 1:1-8.  Following the call in Matthew 28:19-20, in Acts Jesus informs his disciples "you will be my witnesses...to Jerusalem, Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth."  Our call is the same - to go into the world proclaiming the good news!

On January 6, we talked about how to get involved at Harvest Point Church; In widening this circle, this week we will look at how to get involved at a local level - outside of the church.  I have been challenging the congregation in this way - pray for how God can use you (in our church and beyond).  Commit yourself to God and God's work and just imagine what we could do together for the Kingdom!

I love each one of you and I am praying for you~
Pastor Shannon

Sunday December 23, 2012

We are there, the week of Christmas! What are you celebrating this year?

This Sunday is Christmas Sunday and we are continuing our Advent series focused on Isaiah 9:6: For unto us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

We have heard about Mighty God, Wonderful Counselor and Everlasting Father...this week we study the Prince of Peace! Come and Celebrate Christ the Lord, the new born King, Emmanuel! We have reason to celebrate this Christmas. 

If you have missed a week you can listen to the sermons here.  I hope that you will join us this Christmas to celebrate.  You are loved!

~Pastor Shannon

Sunday December 16, 2012

On Sunday we are continuing our Advent series from Isaiah. This is a wonderful time of year where we celebrate the coming of our Lord! This year I am focusing on Isaiah 9:6: For unto us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

Last week we heard about the Wonderful Counselor, this week we will focus on the Everlasting Father. Come and hear about the different aspects of our Lord! If you missed a week you can listen to the sermon here.

I hope that you will join us sometime this Advent season. 

~Pastor Shannon

Sunday December 9, 2012

Last Wednesday the Elders and Next Step Team met with our consultant, Charles, and had some good discussion about moving forward.  We are so excited for where God is leading us!  Continue to pray for wisdom and open doors. 

This week we are continuing our Advent series. This is a wonderful time of year where we celebrate the coming of our Lord! This year I am focusing on Isaiah 9:6: For unto us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

Last week we talked about Mighty God, this week we will focus on Wonderful Counselor.  Come and hear about the different aspects of our Lord!

I hope that you will join us during the Advent season this year.  Know that you are loved.

~Pastor Shannon

Sunday December 2, 2012

Hello! I hope that you had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday, I know that I did. 

On November 25th I read from several different Psalms and talked about the importance of praising and giving thanks to God.  We heard testimonies from lots of the church about how God has been working or how they have seen God this past year.  It was an uplifting service, listen here. 

On December 2 we will start our Advent series.  This is a wonderful time of year where we celebrate the coming of our Lord! This year I will be focusing on Isaiah 9:6: For unto us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders.  And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

I hope that you will join us as we celebrate the Advent season this year.  I am praying for each one of you.

~Pastor Shannon

Sunday November 18, 2012

Hello! Well this week is Thanksgiving Sunday.  For Christians Thanksgiving is so much bigger than just saying what you are thankful for.  Our God is good and our God has given us many blessings.  This week remember what God has done for you and give thanks!

On Sunday I will preach from Joshua 4.  Read it so that you can be prepared as we talk about Stones of Remembrance.  We will also celebrate what God has done in the life of our church and our own dear Sarah.

I look forward to seeing you and celebrating together.  Remember that you are loved!

~Pastor Shannon 

Sunday November 11, 2012

Greetings to you! With Halloween over we move into the wonderful holiday season.  Thanksgiving is only a few weeks away.  I love this time of year!

On Sunday I will be concluding our study of "Signals at the Crossroads."  I will be preaching about vision - moving forward from the crossroads into the ministry and plan God has for Harvest Point Church.  What an exiting time for our church!

Just as a reminder, this week is the election, so get informed and go vote.  Also, remember that we are Christians and citizens of God's Kingdom above any worldly grouping.  Keep that at the forefront of your minds and check out this article, 7 Things Christians Need to Remember About Politics:  http://www.relevantmagazine.com/current/politics/7-things-christians-need-remember-about-politics

I am praying for you~
Pastor Shannon