Dr. Connar will be preaching a three part series during the month of February on "What Makes a Strong Church?"-ten vital strengths of a local congregation.
We will look at where Mount Zion is strong and moving boldly ahead, and we will consider where we need to perfect our mission and ministry.
Each member will want to evaluate how he or she is a part of the strength and growth of our church, or where we want to personally grow in order to contribute to a spiritually invigorated congregation.
Two books helped inspire this sermon series:
Beyond the Ordinary: Ten Strengths of U. S. Congregations by Cynthia Woolever and Deborah Bruce
The Pastor's Guide to Growing a Christlike Church by William Willimon.
We find the strength of our strong church by being dedicated to building up the Kingdom of God, and living as the Body of Christ!
Scripture - Mark 12: 28 - 31
Every church has strengths for its own setting and membership, and each congregation needs to know those strengths and build on them.
Scripture - Philippians 2: 1- 4
Sharing Faith, Welcoming New People, Empowering Leadership
Scripture - 1 Corinthians 16: 13 - 20
8:30 - Traditions Service
9:40 - Church School
9:45 - Eucharist Service
10:30 - Fellowship
11:00 - Celebration and Praise
Children dismissed during the 8:30 service for Wesley and Cherub Choir practice.
Children's Church in the Chapel during the 11:00 service.
Infant and Toddler care are available all morning.