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Reclaiming Jesus for Ordinary People!

Rev. Jeff Miner — Sun, 21 Aug 2011 16:00:43 +0000

That’s what our Church has been about from the beginning. This Sunday, as we celebrate our 20th Anniversary, we will talk about who Jesus really was, and why it’s so important that a Church like ours boldly proclaims Jesus’ message of love and healing in a world filled with judgment and hate.

If you’re jaded about institutionalized Christianity, give yourself a chance to fall in love with Jesus all over again.

Today’s scripture: 1 John 2:18-25 • Download the Weekly News.

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Go Home Another Way

Guest Speaker — Sun, 14 Aug 2011 16:00:06 +0000

Sometimes we get stuck thinking the same way and doing the same thing over and over again — with the same negative results. We’ll look at a Bible story that suggests a different approach and a behavioral model for implementing that wisdom. The sermon was delivered by our special Black Pride guest speaker, Rev. Sam Offer from Baltimore, MD.

Today’s scripture: Matthew 2:7-12

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Journey of Discovery

Rev. Jeff Miner — Sun, 10 Apr 2011 16:00:49 +0000

We’ve often heard people say, “Life is a journey.” But what does that mean . . . for me personally, and for what I should expect from life, and for what God is trying to accomplish within me?

These are some of the practical questions we explore this Sunday — the Sunday on which our church name officially changes to LifeJourney Church!

Today’s scripture: Luke 24

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Making It In On Broken Pieces

Guest Speaker — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 16:00:18 +0000

The President of Christian Theological Seminary, Rev. Dr. Edward Wheeler, is our special guest preacher this Sunday, helping us commemorate Black History Month. Dr. Wheeler is an expert in Church History who has previously taught at Morehouse School of Religion, Tuskegee University, and United Theological Seminary.

Today’s scripture: Acts 27:21-44

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Here I Am. . . Where Are You?

Guest Speaker — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 16:00:22 +0000

Imagine hearing God call your name in the quiet of the night to ask your help with a specific task. How would you respond? Excitement? Fear? Questions? All of the above?

This sermon explores God’s call on your life. This was our Indiana Black Pride Celebration Service with special guest preacher, Rev. Candy Holmes — who has recently made national news with her spiritual justice efforts in Washington, DC.

Today’s scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-11

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A Sunday Morning Story

Guest Speaker — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 16:00:34 +0000

Our Gospel Choir helps us celebrate Black History Month by re-enacting — in testimony and song — what they experienced growing up in African American churches.

As they weave their story, they invite each of us to reflect on our own past — and what we can learn from both the beautiful and difficult experiences.

Today’s scripture: Philippians 3:12-16

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Being The Hands and Feet of Jesus

Guest Speaker — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 16:00:30 +0000

This Sunday we celebrate World Missions Day 2009!

Watch an exciting report of wonderful things our congregation has accomplished in Sudan and for the Navajo Nation, including a special guest appearance by the Joseph Esparza, Director of the Southwest Indian Foundation. Share in the celebration!

Today’s scripture: James 2:14-18

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2009 Missions Service Trip to the Navajo Nation from Jesus MCC on Vimeo.

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Profiles In Courage

Guest Speaker — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 16:00:13 +0000

This Sunday we welcomed Indiana Black Pride and Rev. Dr. William Knight!

Rev. Knight is the pastor of Water of Life MCC in Tucson, Arizona.

Today’s scripture: Deuteronomy 31:6-8

Due to technical difficulties, you will see, but not hear the first 30 seconds of today’s web cast during which Pastor Jeff introduces our special guest speaker. Below is the text of Jeff’s introduction.

Our special guest speaker today is Rev. Dr. William Knight. Dr. Knight currently serves as Interim Pastor at Water of Life MCC in Tucson, Arizona. This is his first assignment in MCC. Prior to that, for 23 years Dr. Knight was a leader in the UP Church, Los Angeles, California, founded by legendary singer/actress Della Reese. Dr. Knight first felt called to ministry 23 years ago at a class held at the home of Ms. Reese. Before that he worked as an actor, singer, producer, and director. Please give a warm welcome to Rev. Dr. William Knight.

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What a Little Love Can Do!

Guest Speaker — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 16:00:40 +0000

In this sermon we hear from Melody Merida, Ceci Spence, and Chris Tenpas, three of our folks who went to Sudan earlier this year.

We’ll learn about their journey — both physical and spiritual. We’ll have a chance to think together about what we may be called to do as we seek to make a difference in this place of great need.

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Take My World Apart

Guest Speaker — Sun, 26 Oct 2008 15:00:14 +0000

Last September we celebrated our first-ever World Missions Day and the tradition continued this Sunday!

Our two special guests, Emily Young and Sarah Durnbaugh, shared their experiences working with New Community Project (NCP) in the Sudan. The mission of NCP is to provide experiences that change us, resources that challenge us, and a community that gives us hope.

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The Best Is Yet To Come

Guest Speaker — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 15:58:38 +0000

On this Sunday we were honored to host the Indiana Black Pride Worship Celebration!

Our special guest was Rev. Belva Boone from St. John’s MCC, Raleigh, NC. Rev. Boone has been a member of MCC since 1983. She’s been pastor of St. John’s MCC since 2001, and the church has become one of the fastest growing MCCs under her leadership.

Watch or listen for a message of encouragement and challenge!

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Getting Acquainted With Mark

Rev. Jeff Miner — Sun, 20 Jul 2008 23:22:23 +0000

This Sunday during the worship service, we met our new Minister of Worship Arts, Mark Brown. We got to know him, and hear about the spiritual journey that has led him to become part of Jesus MCC.

Listen in as we begin a new era in the life of our church!

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A Cup of Cold Water

Guest Speaker — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 22:00:38 +0000

Our special guest at this service was Rev. Elder Nancy Wilson, Moderator of the Metropolitan Community Churches. She gives us an inside look at the mission and future of our denomination.

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Wait For The Lord

Guest Speaker — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 23:15:35 +0000

One of the best ways we can learn about God and ourselves is by hearing each other’s stories.

In this sermon, we hear from Dan Funk, Jesus MCC’s Justice Minister. He shares his spiritual journey and some of the lessons he’s learned, including what it means to wait on God.

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Changing Hearts, Changing Minds

Guest Speaker — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 02:18:50 +0000

For this service we welcomed a special guest, Rev. Elder Diane Fisher, at worship services. Rev. Diane is bishop over MCC’s Region 5. Among other things, she will bring exciting news about how God is working in Eastern Europe via MCC.

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Powered by God

Guest Speaker — Sun, 24 Feb 2008 22:09:00 +0000

Why does it seem so often that we have no power for living? Why does it seem that we just drag from one day to the next, never really engaging in life? Deacon Robert Ferguson will bring us a message of hope and encouragement.

Robert’s sermon is part of our Black History Celebration Sunday.

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Navajo Mission Team Report: The Great Adventure

Melody Merida — Sun, 20 Jan 2008 18:25:10 +0000

In October, 2007, a group of our folks went on our first-ever missions trip to the Navajo Nation in New Mexico.

This worship service is a report from some of those who went on this trip — what they did, what they learned, and the possibilities that await us as we work to minister to the Navajo Nation.

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Who Let the Dogs Out?

Rev. Jeff Miner — Sun, 27 May 2007 22:13:54 +0000

When you were a kid, did you ever get lost? Remember how that felt?

As an adult, have you ever had a similar experience spiritually or emotionally — a time when you felt completely lost? In this week’s sermon, Pastor Jeff will interview Robin Herman as she tells her dramatic story of a catastrophic car wreck and a lost dog. From her experience, we’ll learn much about God and ourselves.

All Hell Done Broke Loose!

Guest Speaker — Sun, 13 Aug 2006 04:01:47 +0000

We’re honored to welcome Indiana Black Pride and Rev. Delores Berry to Jesus MCC this Sunday! She will be preaching and singing in all three services.

Rev. Berry is an evangelist and vocalist who has been ministering in the MCC for many years. But she’s not just a preacher — she’s also an icon and hero in the GLBT civil rights movement. More details here.