Author: John Stevens

Update and Explanation

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Greeting Saints!
I am in the process of putting together a website to sell my coffee (https://www.pastorjohnsblessedbeans.com), and my Paypal account has merged with that.

Why is this important, you ask?

Because, if you click the Donate button on the top of many of the pages, you will see “Pastor John’s Blessed Beans,” and I wanted you to know that it still goes to me. Confusing, I know. But I appreciate you all!!! Thank you.
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July 17th, 2022 – 6th Sunday after Pentecost

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Sunday: Sixth Sunday after Pentecost

Revised Common Lectionary – Year C

Text: Luke 10:25-37

Dollar Store Item: Nothing. (Squirrel!!)

The Take Away: It is easy to be distracted! (Squirrel!!) We will talk about ways that help ground ourselves, and keep us focused on Jesus (breathing prayer, prayer beads) as we sit at his feet.

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Narrative Lectionary

Text: 1 Peter 2:1–9, 19–25

Dollar Store Item: Deck of Cards, Jenga, or building blocks

The Take Away: Asking wondering questions… I wonder what one needs to build a solid house. Jesus is our cornerstone, even through he was rejected.

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July 10th, 2022 – 5th Sunday after Pentecost

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Sunday: Fifth Sunday after Pentecost

Revised Common Lectionary – Year C

Text: Colossians 1:1-14, Luke 10:25-37

Dollar Store Item: Name Tag

The Take Away: Epaphras was neighbor and minister to the Collosians. We can be and are a neighbor to everyone we meet. Giving thanks for people around us, and we give thanks for you, the kids. Noticing names.

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Narrative Lectionary

Text: 1 Peter 1:3-23

Dollar Store Item: Phone, Magnifying Glass, Book where you read the middle.

The Take Away: Although you have not seen him, you love him… because Jesus loves us first. (Entering a story midway through…)

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July 3rd, 2022 – 4th Sunday after Pentecost

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Sunday: Fourth Sunday after Pentecost

Revised Common Lectionary – Year C

Text: Luke 10:1-11, 16-20

Dollar Store Item: Frisbee, Ball, something you can throw, or a Boomarang

The Take Away: We are to extend the peace of God, and not worry about the recieving end.

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Narrative Lectionary

Text: Exodus 20:17

Dollar Store Item: Something you have wanted, because you saw someone else have it.

The Take Away: Life with and in God is enough.

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June 26th, 2022 – 3rd Sunday after Pentecost

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Sunday: Third Sunday after Pentecost

Revised Common Lectionary – Year C

Text: Galatians 5:1, 13-25, Luke 9:51-62

Dollar Store Item: Piece of Wood or Cardboard with a hole just big enough for your hand.

The Take Away: We are called to live a life of freedom, with our neighbors in mind.

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Narrative Lectionary

Text: Exodus 20:12-16

Dollar Store Item: Paper with a large “ME” written on it, or Piece of Wood or Cardboard with a hole just big enough for your hand.

The Take Away: We are called to live a life of freedom, with our neighbors in mind.

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Thank You

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June 19th, 2022 – 2nd Sunday after Pentecost

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Sunday: Second Sunday after Pentecost

Revised Common Lectionary – Year C

Text: Luke 8:26-39, Galatians 3:23-29

Dollar Store Item: Green plant, Green Stole, or something that reminds you of home, or helping at home.

The Take Away: This is a season of growth, and we are called to serve, even at home! God calls us home, and holy.

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Narrative Lectionary

Text: Exodus 20:3-11

Dollar Store Item: Paper cups and string

The Take Away: These commandments help us focus and listen to God. Or “Fake call app.”

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June 12th, 2022 – Holy Trinity Sunday

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Sunday: Holy Trinity Sunday

Revised Common Lectionary – Year C and Narrative Lectionary

Text: Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31, Romans 5:1-5, John 16:12-15

Dollar Store Item: Rope, Twine.

The Take Away: We see the Trinity as Three, and they are One.

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June 5th, 2022 – Pentecost Sunday

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Sunday: Pentecost Sunday

Revised Common Lectionary – Year C and Narrative Lectionary

Text: Acts 2:1–21 Psalm 104:24–34, 35b 1 Corinthians 12:3b–13 John 20:19–23

Dollar Store Item: Various Items from years past.

The Take Away: Different take away throughout the years, but always with the Spirit empowering us all.

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Links to Previous Pentecost DSCS:

June 8th, 2014 – Birthday Hat

May 24th, 2015 – Pentecost Sunday

May 15th, 2016 – Pentecost Sunday

June 4th, 2017 – Pentecost Sunday

May 20th, 2018 – Pentecost Sunday

June 9th, 2019 – Pentecost Sunday

May 31st, 2020 – Pentecost Sunday

Children’s Sermon recorded during the Shutdown:

May 29th, 22nd – 7th Sunday of Easter

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Sunday: Seventh Sunday of Easter

Revised Common Lectionary – Year C

Text: John 17:20-26

Dollar Store Item: Rope

The Take Away: We are one with God because of Jesus and Grace. We can forget this.

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Narrative Lectionary

Text: Philippians
2:1-13

Dollar Store Item: A story you read, hymnal, or words from a hymn.

The Take Away: Our hymns tell us the story of God.

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