An archive of sermons by the Pastors at Grace United Methodist Church. Located at 11485 S Ridgeview Rd, Olathe, KS 66061
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Listen to sermons from weekly worship at Grace UMC in Greensboro, NC. Join us at 10:16 on Sundays for Embrace Worship!
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Grace United Methodist Church, Indiana, PA
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Jesus often spoke in parables. Parables are stories with multiple meanings. He would often explain them later to the disciples. Stories convey numerous meanings to different audiences. Over four weeks, we are going to experience four of his most famous parables. Open your hearts and minds to see what you might hear from the "Parables of Jesus".
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Although God has given us an abundance of resources, there are millions in this world who have to worry about where their next meal is coming from. How might we be called to provide "daily bread" for all? Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://grac…
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Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe Text "Virtual" to 913-347-7870 to mark your online attendance, or click this link - https://form.church/VVXszfAUEFpZiK9vW3iP 11485 S. Ridgevi…
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We question if there is really a "big plan" for this world. In the Lord's prayer, Jesus tells us how it all comes together, That doesn't mean it's going to be easy. Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.face…
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Hallowed, part 1: Thy Will Be Done by Rev. Barry Dundas
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23:35Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe Text "Virtual" to 913-347-7870 to mark your online attendance, or click this link - https://form.church/VVXszfAUEFpZiK9vW3iP 11485 S. Ridgevi…
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Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe Text "Virtual" to 913-347-7870 to mark your online attendance, or click this link - https://form.church/VVXszfAUEFpZiK9vW3iP 11485 S. Ridgevi…
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Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe Text "Virtual" to 913-347-7870 to mark your online attendance, or click this link - https://form.church/VVXszfAUEFpZiK9vW3iP 11485 S. Ridgevi…
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The sacraments are deeply meaningful ways we recognize the power and grace God gives us. This week we remember and receive them. Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe Text "Virtua…
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Gandhi’s 7 Deadly Social Sins: Politics Without Principle by Rev. Mitch Todd
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24:08Politics must be more than gaining power. Standing on Christ-like principles is not always easy, but can be a powerful method for change. Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe Tex…
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Gandhi’s 7 Deadly Social Sins: Politics Without Principle by Rev. Barry Dundas
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23:14Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe Text "Virtual" to 913-347-7870 to mark your online attendance, or click this link - https://form.church/VVXszfAUEFpZiK9vW3iP 11485 S. Ridgevi…
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Gandhi’s 7 Deadly Social Sins: Worship Without Sacrifice by Rev. Barry Dundas
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29:27Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e3tjIiWIkAQ Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe Text "Virtual" to 913-347-7870 to mark your online attendance, or click this link - h…
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Gandhi’s 7 Deadly Social Sins: Worship Without Sacrifice by Rev. Mitch Todd
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25:44Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e3tjIiWIkAQ Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe Text "Virtual" to 913-347-7870 to mark your online attendance, or click this link - h…
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Gandhi’s 7 Deadly Social Sins: Science Without Humanity by Rev. Mitch Todd
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22:53We love technology and it can be addictive. Gandhi’s issue was with technology that can be weaponized. Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe Text "Virtual" to 913-347-7870 to mark…
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Gandhi’s 7 Deadly Social Sins: Science Without Humanity by Rev. Barry Dundas
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26:05Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe Text "Virtual" to 913-347-7870 to mark your online attendance, or click this link - https://form.church/VVXszfAUEFpZiK9vW3iP 11485 S. Ridgevi…
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Gandhi’s 7 Deadly Social Sins: Commerce Without Morality by Rev. Mitch Todd
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22:32Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pi6SInyE0sw&t=4s Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe Text "Virtual" to 913-347-7870 to mark your online attendance, or click this lin…
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Gandhi’s 7 Deadly Social Sins: Commerce Without Morality by Rev. Barry Dundas
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20:23Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pi6SInyE0sw&t=4s Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe Text "Virtual" to 913-347-7870 to mark your online attendance, or click this lin…
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Gandhi’s 7 Deadly Social Sins: Education Without Character by Rev. Mitch Todd
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26:01Education is not just about the pursuit of knowledge but should shape the way we live by building our character. Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe Text "Virtual" to 913-347-78…
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Gandhi’s 7 Deadly Social Sins: Education Without Character by Rev. Wes Gately-Price
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25:39Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe Text "Virtual" to 913-347-7870 to mark your online attendance, or click this link - https://form.church/VVXszfAUEFpZiK9vW3iP 11485 S. Ridgevi…
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Gandhi’s 7 Deadly Social Sins: Pleasure Without Conscience by Rev. Mitch Todd
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22:13Does our pursuit of pleasure do damage to others? Real joy is found in the things that brings us life and life to our community Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pi6SInyE0sw&t=4s Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Fac…
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Gandhi’s 7 Deadly Social Sins: Pleasure Without Conscience by Rev. Barry Dundas
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17:20Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pi6SInyE0sw&t=4s Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe Text "Virtual" to 913-347-7870 to mark your online attendance, or click this lin…
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What does it mean and why does it matter today that we believe in one God and not many? Today our series Vintage Faith continues, looking at the most important prayer of the Old Testament, found in Deuteronomy 6:4-9. View on YouTube here.저자 Grace UMC
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Gandhi’s 7 Deadly Social Sins: Wealth without Works by Rev. Barry Dundas
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23:15Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pi6SInyE0sw&t=4s Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe Text "Virtual" to 913-347-7870 to mark your online attendance, or click this lin…
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Jesus describe himself in many ways, but when he called himself the gate, or door, he invites us through the threshold and into new life. Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe Tex…
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Incarnation part 4: Light of the World by Rev. Mitch Todd
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13:51The prologue to the Gospel of John reveals a new--and very old--understanding of God's divine work. How does Jesus illumine us? Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe Text "Virtual…
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Incarnation part 3: The Good Shepherd by Rev. Mitch Todd
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22:23Jesus was a carpenter who called fishermen to follow him. Yet, when he described himself, he chose the image of a Shepherd. What does this tell us about the character of Christ? Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - htt…
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Jesus speaks of himself as the True Vine, and invites us to abide in him. How can you bear fruit this Advent? Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe Text "Virtual" to 913-347-7870 …
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This Advent we move toward the birth of Jesus as the Incarnation of the Word made Flesh. Each week we will look at a different symbol Jesus used to describe himself. This week, the Bread of Life. Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.chur…
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Living Faithfully in Changing Times: Lessons from Daniel part 4 by Rev. Mitch Todd
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19:35"Giving Thanks in the Lion's Den" What are you thankful for? Looking back, we might realize God was with us all along. Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe Text "Virtual" to 913-…
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Living Faithfully in Changing Times: Lessons from Daniel part 3 by Rev. Mitch Todd
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20:15Have you ever heard someone talking about "reading the writing on the wall"? It comes from this passage from Daniel. How can we assess and speak out about dangers on the horizon? Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - ht…
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Living Faithfully in Changing Times: Lessons from Daniel by Rev. Mitch Todd
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17:59Have you ever stood up for what's right, even when there were consequences? How does God protect those who remain faithful? Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe Text "Virtual" to…
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Living Faithfully in Changing Times: Lessons from Daniel by Rev. Mitch Todd
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22:07Amidst the chaos of today's tumultuous society, how can we remain good citizens, and good Christians? Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe Text "Virtual" to 913-347-7870 to mark …
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Eating at the Lord’s Banquet Table by Rev. Barry Dundas
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18:05Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe Text "Virtual" to 913-347-7870 to mark your online attendance, or click this link - https://form.church/VVXszfAUEFpZiK9vW3iP 11485 S. Ridgevi…
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You don't have to go it alone. That's why have God, and each other. When we come together in fellowship, we share in both the bad times and the good. Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceU…
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You don't have to go it alone. That's why have God, and each other. When we come together in fellowship, we share in both the bad times and the good. Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceU…
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Faith yields abundance. How are we called to cast our nets and share our resources? Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe Text "Virtual" to 913-347-7870 to mark your online attend…
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Four Ships, part 3: Stewardship by Rev. Wes Gately-Price
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23:18Faith yields abundance. How are we called to cast our nets and share our resources? Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe Text "Virtual" to 913-347-7870 to mark your online attend…
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Worship is celebrating God's power and presence, but it's hard to celebrate what you aren't experiencing. How can worship come alive for you? Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe…
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Worship is celebrating God's power and presence, but it's hard to celebrate what you aren't experiencing. How can worship come alive for you? Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe…
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Jesus called, and the discipled answered. This was the beginning of Christian discipleship. Is it still this easy to say "yes"? Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe Text "Virtual…
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The Heavens Declare: “Touching the Cosmos” by Rev. Mitch Todd
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20:13Were we created to be earth-bound, or are we called beyond our home into a new frontier? Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe Text "Virtual" to 913-347-7870 to mark your online a…
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A Fish Story of Biblical Proportions!: "I Knew You Couldn't Do It" by Rev. Wes Gately-Price
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18:28Join us each Sunday morning, 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. CST for online worship. Donate - https://pushpay.com/g/graceumcolathe Website - http://graceumc.church/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GraceUMCOlathe Text "Virtual" to 913-347-7870 to mark your online attendance, or click this link - https://form.church/VVXszfAUEFpZiK9vW3iP 11485 S. Ridgevi…
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