07/04/2026
Dear Gethsemane Family,
Happy 4th of July!
I hope you enjoy a wonderful day with family, friends, good food, and perhaps even a few fireworks. As we celebrate our nationโs 250th birthday, I pray you have a safe and joyful holiday!
As the festivities wind down, I hope youโll join us for worship tomorrow morning at 9:30am.
Weโll be reflecting on Jesusโ words from Matthew 11 and exploring a challenging question: What happens when our love of country begins to compete with our love of Christ?
In a world increasingly shaped by division, fear, and the pursuit of power, Jesus invites us into a different wayโthe way of humility, compassion, and love. Together weโll consider what it means to choose the power of love over the love of power and why that message may be more important today than ever.
I know holiday weekends can make it tempting to sleep in or stay home, but Iโd love to see you in worship as we gather around Godโs Word, Godโs Table, and one another. ๐
Have a blessed and safe 4th of July, and Iโll see you tomorrow morning!
Peace,
Pr. TJ