The opposition to Jesus and his message were always looking for ways to test his faith and his commitment to the religious laws of Israel. This episode reveals his wisdom in responding to entrapment and illustrates the forgiving heart of God. How often do we jump to conclusions in judging others, while expecting everyone to give us the benefit of the doubt? You might want to reconsider that stone in your hand.
John 8:1-11 and Romans 2:1-11
“Imagine yourself as a living house. God comes in to rebuild that house. At first, perhaps, you can understand what He is doing. He is getting the drains right and stopping the leaks in the roof and so on; you knew that those jobs needed doing and so you are not surprised. But presently He starts knocking the house about in a way that hurts abominably and does not seem to make any sense. What on earth is He up to? The explanation is that He is building quite a different house from the one you thought of – throwing out a new wing here, putting on an extra floor there, running up towers, making courtyards. You thought you were being made into a decent little cottage: but He is building a palace. He intends to come and live in it Himself.”
― C.S. Lewis, Mere Christianity
Our Whiz Kids tutoring program to assist students from Putnam Heights Elementary with their reading, starts again on August 20!
We meet each week on Thursday afternoons, from 3:00-5:00 pm.
We always need more tutors. You could make a real difference in the life of your Whiz Kid! Join us!
If you would like to know more, call us or e-mail us at: stacy@crownheightsumc.org or 524-8428.
Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-9, and Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23
As far as Jewish teachers go, Jesus was one of the more controversial ones. This was especially evident when his teachings included blatant criticisms of the Jewish leaders’
beloved oral traditions, particularly their purification rituals. These traditions, while allowing for personal piety, distracted from what was really important in the eyes of God and served as outward hallmarks that separated them from their Gentile
neighbors. Piety can be a good thing, but could it also be a latent rebellion against God and neighbor?
Guest Minister Trevor Winfrey
Join us and find out more on August 30 – Services at 8:30 and 11 a.m.
Sunday Worship Schedule/ Events—
Sanctuary Worship is at 8:30 and 11am.
Sunday School is from 9:45-10:45am for children and adults.
December
December 1, Sunday— Lunch and Lesson on Bonhoeffer, noon AND Tinseltown private showing of Bonhoeffer, 2:30pm
December 6, Friday— Youth Ice-skating at Arctic Rink, 5-7:30pm
December 15, Sunday— Special Christmas Music in Worship 8:30 & 11am AND Christmas Concert, 6:30pm
December 19, Thursday—Cook and serve Christmas lunch at NSO
AND cook and serve Christmas dinner for Whiz Kids
December 20-21— Youth Lock-In, 7pm to 8:30am
December 22— Christmas Children’s Play, 11am Worship
December 24, Tuesday— Christmas Eve Worship, 7pm
December 25, Wednesday— MERRY CHRISTMAS!
December 29, Sunday— ONE WORSHIP SERVICE 10am, No Sunday School
January
January 5, Sunday— Covenant Group, 5pm
January 8, Wednesday— Retiree Lunch AND Jr High Youth, 5:30-7:30pm
January 12, Sunday— Crafternoon, 12-2 pm AND Covenant Group, 5pm
January 17, Sunday— Covenant Group, 5pm
January 22, Wednesday— Sr High Youth, 5:30-7:30 pm
January 24, Sunday— Covenant Group, 5pm
January 28, Tuesday— Young Adult dinner, Mexican food, 6:30pm
January 29, Wednesday— Ministry Resource Team, 7pm on Zoom
On September 8, 2019, Crown Heights UMC celebrated 90 years of ministry. In worship we lit candles for members who laid the foundation of faith on which we now stand. We learned more about our history, especially what the Methodist Episcopal Church looked like back in 1929 in Oklahoma. Rev. Trina Bose North preached on God’s presence finding us and freeing us to live fully. In between services, the church gathered for a fun time to fellowship. We enjoyed delicious crepes from Crepe Brewers food truck. Musician Steven Stark entertained us on the back patio. And we displayed pictures of the past 90 years. We give thanks for the ministries of this church for the last 90 years, and pray God’s blessings on our future together. May Crown Heights United Methodist Church continue to worship and serve this community in the years to come.
