"Living the Vision" Series 2025

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“Living the Vision” Series Summary
In a time of division, disillusionment, and fear, the church is called to offer something different: a vision rooted in Christ’s love, joy, and mission.  Recently, the United Methodist Council of Bishops articulated this vision for the church anew: we form disciples who love boldly, serve joyfully, and lead courageously.  These aren’t just words but a way of life.  Inspired by Scripture and our United Methodist heritage, this vision invites us to rediscover who we are and who we’re becoming.  Join us in July as we explore what it means to live the vision of Christ’s transforming love in our lives, our church, and our world.




Jul. 6 | Fourteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time
LOVE BOLDLY: In Mark 12:28-34, Jesus invites us to love our neighbors as ourselves as one of the greatest commandments of the faith, but in our modern world, it can be difficult to show love to those who disagree with us, look different from us, or hold different ideals from us.  How can we love others amid our multitude of differences?

Jul. 13 | Fifteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time
SERVE JOYFULLY: Jesus teaches that serving others is better than being served.  But true service isn’t driven by guilt or obligation.  It flows from the joy of Christ dwelling in us.  In Luke 10:38-42, Martha works hard to serve Jesus but with resentment.  How does serving others give you joy?

Jul. 20 | Sixteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time
LEAD COURAGEOUSLY: The way of Jesus requires moral courage, especially in the face of injustice.  In Esther 4:10–17, the queen faces a dire moment and wrestles with her fear and responsibility.  Jesus models leadership with humility and strength.  He calls us to resist evil not through control or domination, but truth and love, even when the cost is high.  When have you needed courage?

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