Notes From the Lay Leader - September '23
Ephesians 2:10 (the Message): "…we neither make nor save ourselves. (God) creates each of us by Christ Jesus to join him in the work he...
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Rev. Jeremy Wicks
- Jul 24
- 2 min
From the Pastor
FROM THE PASTOR This time of year always finds me doing some soul searching – wondering what the future holds, but also looking to past...
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bigrapidsfirstumc
- Jul 19
- 2 min
Notes from the Lay Leader
Matthew 6: 9-13: “This, then, is how you should pray: “‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be...
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Rev. Jeremy Wicks
- Jun 21
- 2 min
From the Pastor
As followers of Jesus, we are called to love unconditionally, to extend compassion, and to embrace the diversity that enriches our shared...
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bigrapidsfirstumc
- Jun 21
- 2 min
Notes From the Lay Leader
Ephesians 6:7: "Serve wholeheartedly, as if you were serving the Lord, not people." Pastor Jeremy’s current sermon series is entitled...
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bigrapidsfirstumc
- Jun 7
- 2 min
From the Pastor - June 2023
Grace and peace to you, in the name of our Redeemer, Jesus the Christ. Today I am filled with gratitude and thanksgiving, as I’ve been...
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bigrapidsfirstumc
- Jun 7
- 2 min
Notes from the Lay Leader
"Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share...
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Rev. Jeremy Wicks
- Apr 27
- 3 min
A Pastoral Letter After "The Vote"
Dear Members and Friends of Big Rapids First United Methodist Church: As you may be aware, on April 23, 2023 the members of Big Rapids...
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bigrapidsfirstumc
- Apr 27
- 3 min
Notes from the Lay Leader - May '23
John 13: 34-35 (The Message): "Let me give you a new command: Love one another… This is how everyone will recognize that you are my...
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bigrapidsfirstumc
- Mar 30
- 2 min
Notes from the Lay Leader - APRIL 2023
Ephesians 6: 7-8: Serve wholeheartedly, as if you were serving the Lord, not people, because you know that the Lord will reward each one...
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bigrapidsfirstumc
- Mar 15
- 2 min
Notes from the Lay Leader - Lent '23
Isaiah 58:4-11: (God speaking): You cannot fast as you do today and expect your voice to be heard on high. Is not this the kind of...
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bigrapidsfirstumc
- Mar 15
- 2 min
Notes from the Lay Leader - January '23
(adapted from United Methodist Communications): Isaiah 1:17 (NIV): Learn to do right; seek justice. Defend the oppressed. Take up the...
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bigrapidsfirstumc
- Mar 15
- 2 min
Notes from the Lay Leader - December 22
From Love Came Down at Christmas, by MeriLee Parish: Heavenly Father, please go before me throughout all the upcoming family gatherings,...
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Barbara Ross
- Oct 27, 2022
- 2 min
Notes from the Lay Leader - November 2022
"...love covers over a multitude of sins. Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling. Each of you should use whatever gift you...
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Barbara Ross
- Sep 1, 2022
- 3 min
Notes from the Lay Leader
No scripture reference this month: I’ll explain that later. The mission of Big Rapids First UMC is to reach out and bless every child of...
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Rev. Jeremy Wicks
- Aug 13, 2022
- 5 min
From the Pastor
It’s hard to believe that we are almost halfway through the month of August—this summer has flown by! As we make our way toward fall,...
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Barbara Ross
- Aug 13, 2022
- 2 min
Notes from the Lay Leader
From Romans 15 (the Message): Each one of us needs to look after the good of the people around us, asking ourselves, “How can I help?” …...
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