God calls us to be disciples of Jesus, building community through
service and fellowship and sharing the love of Christ with all.

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Faith. Without any exceptions, we welcome anyone who seeks to love and to serve God.” Learn More

In this deeply human story, we meet Mary kneeling before Jesus with words many of us have spoken in our own way: “Lord, if you had been here…” It is the language of grief, disappointment, and unanswered questions. And Jesus does not dismiss her sorrow or rush past it. He stands among the mourners. He weeps. Before anything else happens, we encounter a Savior who enters fully into our human pain.

And yet, the story does not end at the tomb. Standing before the sealed grave of Lazarus, Jesus invites those around him to do something difficult: “Take away the stone.” Even when the situation feels beyond hope, Jesus calls the community to participate in what God is about to do. What seems like the end becomes the very place where God’s glory begins to break through.

Then, with a loud voice, Jesus cries out, “Lazarus, come out!” And life emerges from the place of death. But he does not stop there. Turning to those gathered, he says, “Unbind him, and let him go.” Because resurrection is not only about new life — it is also about being set free from whatever holds us captive.

This story reminds us that God is not finished with us, even when life feels sealed shut by grief, fear, or uncertainty. In Christ, the future is never closed. Even in the shadow of the tomb, God is still speaking words of life. Because with God, the story is not over. The best is yet to be.

 John 11:32-45

March 22, 2026

Pastor Jinyong

Special Music by the Adult Choir

Join us in-person every Sunday at 9:30 am or online.

Invitation to Sing the "Hallelujah Chorus" with the Adult Choir on Easter Sunday.  See eNews for rehearsal times.

Donation Drive: Hygiene Kits for UMCOR

Our church will celebrate UMCOR Sunday on March 22.  Please contribute to our donation drive to collect items for hygiene kits.

E-News has the list of items need to make the hygiene kits.

“Coins for Lent”

Pick up a container today and start  placing coins in it throughout the next few weeks and return Easter Sunday.

“Easter Flowers”

Orders your lilies and tulips now through March 29, Palm Sunday.

Order forms will be in the back of church or click the link either order online or print.

Payment can be made by check or online payment.