Tag Archives: Christmas

Worship Service Update 12/20/2013

Posted on December 20, 2013 by Mark Shields

Many think so much about the presents during Christmas when more need to be thinking about God’s presence during this time. The same can be said about other concerns in life. There is much worry about paying bills, washing the … Continue reading →

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Worship Service Update 12/13/2013

Posted on December 13, 2013 by Mark Shields

Last Sunday at the church I attend, the message was titled “Trusted Light”. Christmas is a time of exchanging gifts and a lot of planning goes into getting the best gift. God also gives us a gift at Christmas and … Continue reading →

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Worship Service Update 12/06/2013

Posted on December 6, 2013 by Mark Shields

My family has a tradition of going to the Christmas Eve Candlelight service at our church and this truly warms my heart each year. We watch a theatrical production of the Christmas story and sing Christmas songs. Then a candle … Continue reading →

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A Friend that Goes with Us Everywhere

Posted on December 31, 2012 by Mark Shields

For many, Christmas is a time we look forward to and then there is a letdown but the feeling should last throughout the year. The Lord was born because we needed Him, He came that we might know Him more, … Continue reading →

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What Just Happened?

Posted on December 30, 2012 by Mark Shields

Today’s message at First United Methodist Church Waco is from Pastor Brandon Frenzel titled “What Just Happened”. The message can be heard at this link. Below is an outline of the message. The words in black are notes provided by … Continue reading →