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First of a series of five sermons based on the "Five Practices of an Effective Church." This week's sermon uses Romans 15: 1 - 7 as the scripture of discussion

Second in a series related to effective churches. The second principle is "Passionate Worship" Text used is from Psalm 84

First of a series of five sermons based on the "Five Practices of an Effective Church." This week's sermon uses Romans 15: 1 - 7 as the scripture of discussion

Sermon on Genesis 12: 1 - 9 remembering my own experience of moving. Also looks into Abram as an itinerate preacher.. Speaks of Abram's desire to build altars along the way and the significance of this for us in our challenge to be God's people in the times in which we live.

Lent and Easter are given deeper meaning through the opportunities shared here at Fair Haven. Please see the brief attached calendar for details. Friends are always welcome. Bring somebody with you. Nursery provided.

Exploring the meaning of the Transfiguration experience seen by Peter, James and John. Based on Matthew 17: 1 - 9

Sermon for "Baptism of Jesus Sunday" using Matthew 3: 13 - 17

Remembering good ol' Joseph, the earthly father of Jesus. Even though he didn't have a speaking "role" in the Biblical drama as set forth in the Gospel of Matthew Joseph had a great responsibility which he carried out well as Jesus Father upon earth. Take a look at Joseph and be thankful because he had in his character what God was looking for.

A brief look, in sermon form, at Isaiah 35.

Thanksgiving thoughts based on Luke 17: 11 - 17. Considering the ten and what happened to the nine who didn't return. They were doing what was the natural thing to do . . . more on to thanks-living.

Remembering Haggai 1: 15a to 2:9 and how the people of God were remindied to complete the temple as a sign of God's presence in their lives.

Study of the experience of Zacchaeus recorded in Luke 19: 1 - 10

Laity Sunday celebrates the ministry of church members in doing God's work!

A few thoughts on I Corinthians 11 concerning Paul's insight into the Lord's Supper and the practice of communion. Preached on World Communion Sunday, 2007. Focusing upon communion as an opportunity to be expectant and one which thrusts us into the world with the challenge and be persons who share the love of God as well as the things that make life work.

A Sermon on I Timothy 6:6-19 by Bob Luton, delivered September 30, 2007 at Fair Haven UMC

BSA Trrop 631 calendar for 2007

Sunday Sermon Called "The Lost and Found Department" Based on Luke 15:1-10 Where are we in these parables of Jesus?

Sermon preached using Jeremian 18: 1 - 11 as the text. Considers how God acts in the lives of people of various times in history. Remembers how God's presence is always presented with hope.

Anyone interested can choose one or both Bible Studies to enjoy!

Based on Hebrews 13: 1 - 8 and 15 - 16. A consideration of what God seeks from us as Labors of Love.