Sermons
Summary In this week’s service, Rev. Dylan Parson used the analogy of witnessing a sunrise – a moment of profound beauty and spiritual silence – to illustrate the human tendency to capture experiences rather than fully immersing oneself in them. Drawing from the Transfiguration Sunday scripture, he explored how Peter’s
* Tonight, the season of Lent begins with Ash Wednesday. * The Ash Wednesday service will be held at 7pm at Fairhaven United Methodist Church. All are welcomed to attend.
Easter Flowers
It’s time to order lilies and hyacinths to decorate the altar for Easter Sunday. The names of those remembered and those honored will be listed in the bulletin on Easter Sunday. You may take the potted flowers with you after worship service. Lilies are $13.50 and hyacinths are
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Summary n this week’s service, Rev. Peg Bowman explored the season of Epiphany and the importance of understanding Jesus as a person, not just a historical figure destined for the cross. She emphasized the value of getting to know Jesus in the same way his early disciples – fishermen like
Sermons
n this week’s service, Rev. Dylan Parson explored the biblical story of Jesus calling his first disciples, drawing a powerful contrast between the idyllic imagery of a peaceful seashore and the harsh realities of life in Galilee under Roman occupation. He emphasized that the fishermen weren't enjoying
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Sermons
Summary In this week’s service, Rev. Peg Bowman explored the significance of Jesus' baptism as recounted in Matthew 3, connecting it to the broader themes presented in Psalm 29, Acts 10, and Isaiah 42. Pastor Bowman acknowledged the lingering feeling of Christmas spirit while reflecting on the abrupt
Sermons
Summary In this week’s service at Fairhaven United Methodist Church, led by Pastor Rev. Dylan Parson, the sermon drew a profound connection between the Epiphany story of the Magi and the quiet, often overlooked moments where God’s presence is revealed. Rev. Parson began by reflecting on his own
Peg Bowman
Summary In this week’s service, Fairhaven United Methodist Church held a special service of Lessons and Carols, foregoing a traditional sermon in favor of exploring the meaning of Christmas through hymns and scripture. Pastor Peg Bowman led the service, guiding the congregation through a journey focused on the profound
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Summary In this week’s service, Rev. Dylan Parson explored the often-overlooked role of Joseph in the nativity story. He highlighted how the Gospels intentionally subvert traditional patriarchal norms, demonstrating that God's plan often prioritizes grace and compassion over societal expectations of male authority. Joseph's initial
Summary In this week’s service, Rev. Peg Bowman focused on the theme of joy during the third week of Advent, symbolized by the lighting of the pink candle. She explored the idea of joy not as a fleeting emotion, but as a deep-rooted sense of unconditional love, referencing Henry
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Summary In this week’s service, Rev. Dylan Parson explored the challenging message of John the Baptist during Advent, questioning whether his own preaching focuses too much on hope and joy instead of a more demanding call to repentance. Dylan highlighted John’s stark contrast to contemporary church practices, noting
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Christmas Store Appreciation * Thank you for your support with the Christmas Store. * Location: Fairhaven UMC * Details: A huge thank you to everyone who helped with the Christmas Store. The store was a blessing to many families! United Women in Faith Meeting * Event: Monthly Potluck and Grab Bag Exchange * Location: Fairhaven
Summary In this week’s service, Rev. Peg Bowman explored the dual meaning of Advent – the anticipation of Jesus’ birth at Christmas and the hopeful expectation of his second coming. She acknowledged the often-hollow feeling of a consumer-driven Christmas season, contrasting it with the true gift of Jesus and the
Summary In this week’s service, Rev. Dylan Parson explored the concept of heritage and how our family history, both recent and long past, shapes who we are today. He shared personal examples, including his academic upbringing influenced by his grandmother and his discovery of English dissenting roots (Quakers, Puritans,
Summary In this week’s service, Rev. Peg Bowman began a two-week mini-series on stewardship, moving beyond the typical focus on money to explore its broader meaning as a lifestyle of care and generosity. She emphasized that stewardship isn's just about financial giving, but also about the time
Poinsettia Order Deadline * Event: Order poinsettias for altar decoration (Christmas Eve) and take-home use * Location: Fairhaven UMC * Time: Deadline in 1 week (by 11-23) * Contact: Flo (submit order form) Poinsettia Order Form Download Annual Joe Ash Collection * Event: Special building fund collection supporting Fairhaven UMC grounds * Location: Fairhaven UMC * Time:
Summary In this week’s service, Rev. Dylan Parson challenged the congregation to confront the urgent message of the minor prophet Haggai, who preached in 520 BC during the return of Jewish exiles from Babylon. Parson emphasized that Haggai’s core critique was the people’s paralysis—prioritizing comfort (like
Summary In this week’s service, Rev. Peg Bowman continued the "Spooky Sermons" series, focusing on the story of Belshazzar from the Book of Daniel. The sermon recounted how Belshazzar, a king ruling in Babylon decades after the exile of the Israelites, desecrated sacred vessels taken from the
