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It’s not just about raising good kids—it’s about raising kids who know Jesus. Join us for the final message in Parenting with Purpose as we explore how to pass down faith, character, and Christlike love to the next generation. This Sunday is your invitation to build a legacy that lasts. 🕘 June 29 | 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. Bring the whole family! #LegacyOfFaith #ParentingWithPurpose #DiscipleMakers #MonroeUMC  

Faith doesn’t have to be complicated—and it doesn’t have to stay at church. In this week’s Parenting with Purpose message, we’ll explore how everyday moments at home can become powerful, faith-shaping experiences for your kids and grandkids. Whether you're raising kids or cheering from the sidelines, you can make a lasting difference. 🕘 Sunday at 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. #FaithAtHome #ParentingWithPurpose #MonroeUMC #FamilyFaith

Shaping Lives: Every Man's Call to Influence Parenting with Purpose (Week 1) Deuteronomy 6:4–9; 1 Corinthians 4:15–17 Let’s be honest—one of the universal experiences of Father’s Day is the dad joke. You know the ones: ·       You came in the house and said, “I’m hungry,” and your Dad said, “Hi, Hungry! I’m Dad.” ·       Why did the scarecrow win an award? Because he was outstanding in his field. ·       What do you call fake spaghetti? An impasta. ·       Did you hear the rumor about butter? Well, I'm not going to spread it. ·       Why can't a nose be 12 inches long? Because then it would be a foot. ·       What did the zero say to the eight? Nice belt. They make us groan. They make us laugh. And like it or not, they stick with us. But Father’s Day is more than just a celebration of puns and grilling skills. It can st...

This Sunday is about more than just Father’s Day. It’s about honoring every man who has helped shape a life. Whether you're a dad, uncle, mentor, coach, or friend—your influence matters more than you think. Join us as we kick off Parenting with Purpose with a message for every man who wants to make a difference. 🕘 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. | Kids' ministry available #FathersDay #ParentingWithPurpose #EveryManMatters #MonroeUMC

A Flame That Welcomes All 📖 Scripture: Galatians 3:28 (CEB) "There is neither Jew nor Greek; there is neither slave nor free; nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus." 🕊️ Reflection At Pentecost, people of every background heard the good news in their own language. The fire of the Spirit didn’t divide—it united. It erased barriers and built bridges. It welcomed outsiders in. That’s the kind of church the Spirit still creates today. One that says everyone has a place. One that sees past status, background, politics, and preferences. What would it look like for you to carry that kind of fire? To invite, to welcome, to include? 🙏 Prayer God of all people, help me burn with a Spirit of welcome. Open my heart to see others as you see them, and make my life a reflection of your love. Amen. ✅ 3 Action Steps Greet someone at church you’ve never talked to before. Invite a neighbor or coworker to join you at worship next week. Take time t...

Wind That Moves Us Forward 📖 Scripture: John 3:8 (NRSV) "The wind blows where it chooses... So it is with everyone who is born of the Spirit." 🌬️ Reflection Have you ever tried to control the wind? Of course not. You can’t bottle it or hold it in your hand. But you can feel it. You can be moved by it. The Holy Spirit is like that—wild, free, and always pushing us out of our comfort zones into places where God wants us to grow. The Spirit doesn’t just settle where we are; it propels us toward what we can become. What would change if you stopped resisting the Spirit’s direction—and let the wind of God move you forward? 🙏 Prayer Spirit of the Living God, blow through my life again. Move me out of comfort and into courage. Open my heart to your leading today. Amen. ✅ 3 Action Steps Try something new today that stretches your faith. Ask God to show you one area where you’re resisting growth—and take one step toward it. Go for a walk and pray with each step, ...