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Making History Now
July 21, 2024 19:00Join us for Pride Sunday as look back at "what was," mark the moment of "what is," and lean into "what will be." Happy Pride! The post Making History Now appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
King or Prophet?
July 14, 2024 19:00What on earth do we have to learn from a fickle King and a headless prophet? Why did Mark include this account here and what does it have to say to us today? The post King or Prophet? appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Travel Light
July 07, 2024 19:00Jesus "hit a bump" when he attempted to minister in his hometown of Nazareth. It was a good opportunity to teach his disciples (then and now) what it means to travel light as we journey through life and seek to be of consequence for Christ in the world. The post Travel Light appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Faith and Trust: Our Faith in God, God’s Faith in Us
June 30, 2024 19:00Ken Brown, our Lay Leader and Church Council Chair, will bring the message, inviting us to consider our faithfulness to God as well as God's continued faithfulness to us. The post Faith and Trust: Our Faith in God, God’s Faith in Us appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Faith and Fear
June 23, 2024 19:00Join us as we explore Mark's version of the account of Jesus stilling the storm. While most of us haven't found ourselves on storm-tossed seas, haven't all of us have weathered turbulent times in life, times when fear rises and faith falters? The post Faith and Fear appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Within a Seed
June 16, 2024 19:15On the days when we are hopeful AND on the days when we fret we are moving in wrong directions or will never get there, how might Jesus' words about seeds offer us hope and reassurance? The post Within a Seed appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Human R Us
June 09, 2024 19:00Today Rev. Dan reflects with us on what it means to be human and a child of God. The post Human R Us appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
The Coconut
June 02, 2024 19:00What does the coconut have to do with communion? Guest speaker Rev. Dan Meyer-Abbott explains. The post The Coconut appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Start at the Very Beginning
May 26, 2024 19:00What invitation does Jesus extend to Nicodemus and what must Nicodemus wrestle with as he seeks to enter more fully and deeply into relationship with God? The post Start at the Very Beginning appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Fluent in Wonder
May 19, 2024 19:00Today is Pentecost Sunday. How do we encounter the Holy Spirit today? Can and will we be amazed and transformed? And if so, what difference might that make...in us and to the world around us? The post Fluent in Wonder appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
In the World
May 12, 2024 19:00What does it mean to be "in" the world but not "of" it? How do we live deeply, fully, faithfully in this precious world AND remember that we belong to another world as well... the kin-dom that is still becoming? What does one have to do with the other? The post In the World appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Completing Joy
May 05, 2024 19:00Join us as we examine the invitation to "abide in Christ's love." But for what purpose? To what end? JOY! The post Completing Joy appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
To Abide or Not To Abide…
April 28, 2024 19:00Jesus asks us to abide, and Phillip's encounter with the Ethiopian eunuch gives us an example. What does it mean to abide in Christ and to allow Christ to abide in us? To what extent do we choose such abiding? The post To Abide or Not To Abide… appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
I Am/We Are Right Here Right Now
April 21, 2024 21:20On this Sunday closest to Earth Day, we celebrate God's creation and remember our connection to one another and all that God has made. The post I Am/We Are Right Here Right Now appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Wandering Heart…Here’s My Heart
April 14, 2024 19:00In many ways, our scripture passage for this Sunday brings us full circle... back to fishermen by the seashore, doing what they do best: fishing. In this passage from John, the disciples encounter the risen Christ who prepares breakfast for them over an open fire. The post Wandering Heart…Here’s My Heart appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Living Life Through a Lens of Gratitude
April 07, 2024 19:00Certified Lay Minister Dakota Koenig from UMC Vista brings us a message about living in gratitude. The post Living Life Through a Lens of Gratitude appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Wandering Heart… And I Hope
March 31, 2024 19:00Happy Easter! Today we contemplate HOPE... what that meant and how it came for Peter and what it means for us in the context of our lives and world. The post Wandering Heart… And I Hope appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Wandering Heart… Songs of Loudest Praise
March 24, 2024 19:58On Palm Sunday, after everything the disciples had been through, after everything Peter knew (and still didn't know) about Jesus, what must he have felt as he watched Jesus and heard the hopeful songs of the crowd? The post Wandering Heart… Songs of Loudest Praise appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Wandering Heart’WTeach Me Hearts…
March 17, 2024 19:00We are quickly approaching the events of Holy Week but make one last stop with Peter and Jesus as Peter asks a sincere question of his teacher...how many times do I forgive? The post Wandering Heart…Teach Me appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Wandering Heart…Teach Me
March 17, 2024 19:00We are quickly approaching the events of Holy Week but make one last stop with Peter and Jesus as Peter asks a sincere question of his teacher...how many times do I forgive? The post Wandering Heart…Teach Me appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Wandering Heart…I’m Fixed Upon It
March 10, 2024 19:00Today's scripture passage opens our eyes to the fact that Peter, while he had the right words, didn't entirely have the right understanding. He was "fixed" on the notion of a Messiah who would free them from Roman rule, but Jesus had other plans. Peter's experience invites us to reflect on our experience. What happens to us in the face of tough times? How do we hold the reality of suffering, our own or others, alongside a belief in a loving God? The post Wandering Heart…I’m Fixed Upon It ap...
Wandering Heart’WTeach Me Hearts…Wandering Heart’…Teach Me
March 10, 2024 19:00Today's scripture passage opens our eyes to the fact that Peter, while he had the right words, didn't entirely have the right understanding. He was "fixed" on the notion of a Messiah who would free them from Roman rule, but Jesus had other plans. Peter's experience invites us to reflect on our experience. What happens to us in the face of tough times? How do we hold the reality of suffering, our own or others, alongside a belief in a loving God? The post Wandering Heart…I’m Fixed Upon It ap...
Wandering Heart… Rescue Me fro…Wandering Heart… Jesus Sought Me
March 03, 2024 20:00Today we consider Jesus question, "Who do you say that I am?" along with Simon's response. This interaction invites us to reflect on our own faith journeys. When have we seen Jesus clearly and how do we speak with conviction about what we know? What we believe? The post Wandering Heart…Praise the Mount appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Wandering Heart…Praise the Mount
March 03, 2024 20:00Today we consider Jesus question, "Who do you say that I am?" along with Simon's response. This interaction invites us to reflect on our own faith journeys. When have we seen Jesus clearly and how do we speak with conviction about what we know? What we believe? The post Wandering Heart…Praise the Mount appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Wandering Heart…Praise the Mou…Imm Fixed Upon It
February 25, 2024 20:00What does it mean to be "rescued" or "saved" by Christ? How do we trust in God's saving power while bearing witness to so much suffering in the world? The post Wandering Heart… Rescue Me from Danger appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Wandering Heart… Rescue Me from Danger
February 25, 2024 20:00What does it mean to be "rescued" or "saved" by Christ? How do we trust in God's saving power while bearing witness to so much suffering in the world? The post Wandering Heart… Rescue Me from Danger appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Wandering Heart…Praise the Mou…Imm Fixed Upon It
February 25, 2024 20:00What does it mean to be "rescued" or "saved" by Christ? How do we trust in God's saving power while bearing witness to so much suffering in the world? The post Wandering Heart… Rescue Me from Danger appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Wandering Heart… Rescue Me fro…Wandering Heart… Jesus Sought Me
February 18, 2024 20:00As we explore Peter's calling we'll also reflect on the beginning of our faith stories. When and how did Jesus seek us? How are we responding to God's call? The post Wandering Heart… Jesus Sought Me appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Wandering Heart… Jesus Sought Me
February 18, 2024 20:00As we explore Peter's calling we'll also reflect on the beginning of our faith stories. When and how did Jesus seek us? How are we responding to God's call? The post Wandering Heart… Jesus Sought Me appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
When Things Go Downhill
February 11, 2024 20:00How did that mountaintop moment change or equip Jesus and the disciples for what was ahead as Jesus' path takes a decisive turn toward Jerusalem and the cross? How do moments of light, awe, wonder and glory change and equip us for the ups and downs of life's journey? The post When Things Go Downhill appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Seeking
February 04, 2024 20:00 - 8.82 MBOur scripture reading from Mark invites us to reflect on the notion of "seeking." When and how does "seeking" impede the movement of the Spirit and when and how does it lead us deeper into relationship, light and life? The post Seeking appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
What Have You to Do With Us?
January 28, 2024 20:00Our text for this week reveals Jesus as a teacher and an exorcist. A demon asks Jesus this crucial question: "What have you do with us?" Join us as we explore the ways this ancient question has relevance for our lives today. The post What Have You to Do With Us? appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
God Doesn’t Steer Parked Cars
January 21, 2024 20:00Certified Lay Minister Dakota Koenig invites us to consider the "dash" between the beginning and end of our lives, and how God is with us as the ups and downs strengthen us for the journey. The post God Doesn’t Steer Parked Cars appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Come and See
January 14, 2024 20:00Rev. Lesley Brogan helps us explore what it means to "come and see" in our path of discipleship. The post Come and See appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
How Does a Weary World Rejoice? Belovedness…
January 07, 2024 20:00Today we celebrate Baptism of the Lord Sunday, reflecting on our belovedness, and baptizing several children of the church. The post How Does a Weary World Rejoice? Belovedness… appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
How Does a Weary World Rejoice? Ritual…
December 31, 2023 20:00Today we explore the relationship between rooting ourselves in holy ritual and the ways we bloom and blossom in and for the world.. The post How Does a Weary World Rejoice? Ritual… appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
How Does a Weary World Rejoice? Hope…
December 24, 2023 20:00On this fourth Sunday in Advent, we explore how music and singing supported "robust hope" for those who came before us, what it does for us today and how those tunes and melodies will support and transform generations still to come. The post How Does a Weary World Rejoice? Hope… appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
How Does a Weary World Rejoice? Amazed…
December 17, 2023 22:38Can we grow in our capacity to be amazed and to experience awe? How are awe and amazement related to joy? The post How Does a Weary World Rejoice? Amazed… appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
How Does a Weary World Rejoice? Connect…
December 10, 2023 22:45Today on the second Sunday of Advent, we continue to contemplate the notion of how a weary world rejoices. What is happiness? What is joy and where does it come from? What part does connection with others play in joy? The post How Does a Weary World Rejoice? Connect… appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
How Does a Weary World Rejoice? Acknowledge…
December 03, 2023 20:00What is joy? How do we receive it? Is it even possible in these difficult times? How does joy change us? How does it change the world? The post How Does a Weary World Rejoice? Acknowledge… appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Do You Ever Feel Like A Frog?
November 26, 2023 19:00Do you ever feel like a frog? Today we are delighted to welcome back Rev. Dan Meyer-Abbott. The post Do You Ever Feel Like A Frog? appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Invested
November 19, 2023 20:03The "parable of the talents" challenges us with its language and imagery but it also prods us to mindfulness and intention about what we're doing with this precious life we've been given. The post Invested appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Leaving the Light On
November 12, 2023 22:29What does the parable of the "wise and foolish virgins" mean to us, the body of Christ in the world today, to keep the light on and to anticipate the coming of joy? The post Leaving the Light On appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
At Peace
November 05, 2023 22:22On this All Saints Sunday, we lean into God's promises and give thanks for the legacies of those who have gone before us. The post At Peace appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
The Grace of Willingness
October 29, 2023 21:51Miracles were integral parts of Jesus’ ministry. In one account, Jesus walks us through the simplicity of what is required for their occurrence and the pathway for surrendering into this deepening of faith. The post The Grace of Willingness appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Learning and Living
October 22, 2023 19:00This week our Gospel reading draws our attention to commandments that are central to our Christian faith... the commandments to love God and our neighbor as our self. The post Learning and Living appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
God Behind It All
October 15, 2023 20:59This Laity Sunday, we recognize that the majority of folks in ministry are lay people, sharing God's light and love in all kinds of amazing ways! The post God Behind It All appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Renters
October 09, 2023 16:37The parable of the vineyard renters is full of violence, so much so that we may want to reject it altogether. But what does this parable have to say to us? What was the context in which it was told and can it help us grow in our understanding of what it means to be residents in God's vineyard? The post Renters appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Re-Member
October 01, 2023 21:02Today we celebrate World Communion Sunday, mindful of Christ followers around the world gathering at tables of welcome, belonging and grace. The post Re-Member appeared first on Pacific Beach United Methodist Church - PB UMC - PBUMC.
Seeing God’s Vineyard
September 24, 2023 21:42This week's Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard does not disappoint! If you strongly value "fairness," you're in for a ride. Can we possibly hear this parable and see anything beyond the decisively odd behavior of the land owner, whose actions might seem foolish and unfair to many? Is there a different lens through which we might view God's vineyard and can that lens make a difference to how we see the world around us today? The post Seeing God’s Vineyard appeared first on Pacific Beach ...