Spiritual Maturity

Spiritual Maturity

We continue our series on spiritual maturity, focusing on how it relates to leadership and service in the church. Interestingly, in our context, maturity is often mistaken for longevity in the church, holding important titles, or having theological knowledge. Some believers, especially those with influence, seek recognition through power or title roles like pastor, prophet, or leader. But this mindset promotes a culture of status rather than service.
Winning arguments, losing relationships

Winning arguments, losing relationships

Sadly, conflicts and divisions within our own church communities have become all too common. Differences in opinion, leadership styles, priorities, or even personality clashes often lead to misunderstandings, gossip, and even verbal harm. These struggles are not new. They echo the tensions we see in the earliest Christian communities, where new believers wrestled with how to follow Jesus in the midst of diverse backgrounds and expectations.
Creativity, Canoas, and Parting Oceans

Creativity, Canoas, and Parting Oceans

One of the things I admire most about God is how creative God is. Remember the story of the Israelites escaping Egypt? Pharaoh’s army was chasing them, and right in front of them was the sea. They didn’t have ships. They didn’t even have a single canoa. Still, God didn’t say, “Sorry, there’s no way forward.” Instead, God opened the sea itself. Yes, the sea! That always makes me smile. God doesn’t need a boat when there’s imagination and power at work.
Supporting The Church By The Bay

Supporting The Church By The Bay

Our trailer is now packed with clothing, shoes, blankets, and hundreds of food and personal care blessing bags, all ready to be distributed to families in need, individuals experiencing homelessness, and veterans, thanks to a partnership with The Church By The Bay. We are deeply grateful to everyone who donated and helped load the trailer, making this act of love and support possible.
Backpacks, Blessing Bags, and Big Thanks

Backpacks, Blessing Bags, and Big Thanks

I’m happy to share that Groveville UMS has already packed our Blessing Bags! Thank you to everyone who helped, donated, or prayed. That’s what church is all about. When we come together and each do our part, good things happen.
A New Beginning at Groveville

A New Beginning at Groveville

I write to you with a heart full of gratitude and hope as I begin this new chapter of ministry with you here at Groveville United Methodist Church. I want to take a moment to thank Bishop Cynthia Moore-Koikoi, DS Ronell Howard, and the leadership of our Annual Conference for appointing me to serve this beautiful and faithful community. It is truly an honor and a joy to join you on this journey of faith.
On-Line Service

On-Line Service

We invite you to worship with us wherever you are. Our Sunday service is livestreamed at 11:30 AM each week. If we are currently live, you can join the service now. If not, you are welcome to watch our most recent service. Click here
Thank you, we are at home!

Thank you, we are at home!

What a joy it was to begin our time together this past Sunday, July 6thd, 2025! I am filled with gratitude for the opportunity to share in worship with you, and I want to thank you sincerely for the warm welcome you’ve offered to Elizabeth and me.