What it means to be an antiracist is something we have all been learning more about in recent months. This fall, two separate opportunities to come together and discuss a widely acclaimed 2019 nonfiction book, How to Be An Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi, are available to us at Roberts Park. On November 10, you […]
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Lawn Chair Worship at Roberts Park
Sunday, October 4, 2020 10:30 a.m.—11:15 a.m. Church Lawn In this beautiful season of early autumn, you are invited to share in congregational worship under the oak tree on the Roberts Park UMC lawn. Lawn Chair Worship offers an opportunity to come together safely and responsibly as we look forward to the return of in-person […]
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Message from Avery Schott, Choir Director
Dear Choir, Pastors, Church Leadership, and Fellow Christians of Roberts Park, When I was given the opportunity to step into leadership of the Roberts Park Chancel choir I did not know how to contain the joy and excitement I felt inside. As a former choir boy in the Episcopal Church and a student of music […]
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When Will We Meet Again?
With Governor Holcomb setting out some guidance on the State opening-up again, the ‘When Will We Meet Again in the Roberts Park building?’ is a pertinent one. Some of you may have seen Mayor Joe Hogsett say he too longs to be back in the building, especially on Mother’s day, but we need to wait […]
Read moreA Bridge to Safety
These are anxious and worrying times when we find ourselves confronted with the reality that sickness will affect us all at some point during our lives. Yet we recall that Jesus took on our human flesh and our frailty. He knows what it is to suffer and is with us in our suffering. He is compassionate. […]
Read moreOld Ways
I have a smartphone that needs to be upgraded. The operation is sluggish. Daily I have to reboot because an app has frozen up the phone. I understand why our phones need continual upgrades. It’s because those who provide the hardware desire to sell more hardware. They routinely upgrade my phone’s software until my phone […]
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Pancakes & Jazz 2020
Please mark your calendars for Tuesday, February 25 for Pancakes and Jazz. Pancakes will be served from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in Fellowship Hall, while members of John Hill’s jazz group (who plays at the Christmas Eve Jazz service) entertain us with musical numbers throughout the evening. There is a sign-up sheet in Fellowship Hall. We hope you have a grand […]
Read moreHave Yourself a Mary Christmas in 2019
The beloved story of Jesus the Christ Child’s birth on a starry night in Bethlehem long ago would be incomplete without Mary, his mother. Other Marys also illuminated the ministry of Jesus throughout his earthly life. What can all of these Marys teach us about Jesus and about ourselves as we experience the seasons of […]
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Plenty
The economy of the United States is in a precarious position because of the multitrillion dollar national debt. Debt has a way of breaking even the most robust profit-making enterprise. The debt of our country is so staggering it boggles the mind. By 2029, debt is estimated to reach $28.7 trillion, 93% of the gross […]
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Engaging Young Adults Update
Our congregations has been listening to young adults this fall, discovering their needs and interests. We’ve done this through surveys, one on one interviews, and a gathering of young adults at Roberts Park. We surveyed Shalom Daycare parents, young adults at Trunk or Treat, our neighbors, coworkers, family, and friends. Here’s a quick look at the top […]
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