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Philippi

One of the first big historical sites we visited in Thessalonica was Philippi. As we drove to the site, a huge statue of a lion had been pulled from the river. Dated back to the time of Alexander the Great, missing the tongue and tail. Philippi was a great site with an ancient ruin and […]... Read More

Shrove Tuesday/Mardi Gras

Gracious and loving God,On this eve of Lent, as we gather in your presence, we give thanks for your abundant mercy and steadfast love. You have journeyed with us through every season of life, and now, as we prepare our hearts for this holy time of reflection, repentance, and renewal, we seek your guidance. Lord, […]... Read More

March 2025 Newsletter

March 2025 Newsletter A Word from the PastorDear Church Family,As we enter the season of March, we find ourselves journey into Lent—a time of reflection, repentance, and renewal. This sacred season invites us to draw closer to God, examining our hearts and opening ourselves to the transformative power of Christ’s love. I encourage you to […]... Read More

February Newsletter

Pastor’s Note for February 2025Dear Church Family,Grace and peace to you in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ! As we step into February, our journey through the Christian year continues to invite us into deeper discipleship, reflection, and love. This month is often associated with love—Valentine’s Day reminds us of human relationships, but as […]... Read More

January 2025 Newsletter

Dear Church Family, Happy New Year! As we step into 2025, I want to take a moment to reflect on the blessings of the past year and look ahead with anticipation to what God has in store for us. January is a time of fresh starts, renewed commitments, and hopeful expectations—both in our personal lives […]... Read More

December 2024 Newsletter

Malvern First United Methodist Church As we enter this season of celebrations and gift-giving, I am reminded of the words of the Apostle Paul: “You will be enriched in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion, and through us, your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God” (2 Corinthians 9:11). Our […]... Read More