12-25-2011 The Meaning of Christmas- Pastor Mark Rossington

It's finally here, it's Christmas everybody! The time where you open and give gifts to your family and friends, as well spending time with family. That's Christmas right? Well, not exactly. Jesus was born on that day, and He kind of is a big deal, so what does Christmas really mean? On Christmas Day, Pastor Mark talks about the meaning of Christmas and what it really means for us Christians, and it does involve giving, but of another kind. Intrigued? Well, here's our gift to you, this lovely sermon, and please share this, it is Christmas after all.  

12-24-2011 The 12 Months of Christmas- Pastor Mark Rossington

It's Christmas Eve and just about everyone is excited about the next day, and to celebrate Christmas with their family. Now, what happens after that? Christmas is all about giving, but does it really stop on December 25th? Pastor Mark gives a sermon not the 12 days of Christmas, but the 12 MONTHS of Christmas. Each month you can do something in the spirit of Christmas and he will give examples on how you can do that. Set the eggnog aside and those stockings will still hang over the chimney with care, and give this one a spin.

12-18-2011 168: Persevering- Pastor Mark Rossington

So you finally got a rhythm on how your schedule is going to be and you are determined to get things done right and without difficulty. However, out of nowhere life throws you a curve ball and up roots your schedule, so now what do you do? Do you move things around? What if it happens on a daily basis and it's becoming impossible to fit everything in? Do you give up? In the final installment on managing your time, the topic of persevering is finally brought up, and Pastor Mark will go deeper into how to get through life's changes, and to keep going. So, relax! Take a breather and give this one a spin, won't you?

12-11-2011 168: Planning- Pastor Mark Rossington

So, you finally have a list of your priorities and how God wants you have them, but, now what do you do? What if events for work and family come into play? How do you balance that all out? Vacations are very important too since we all need time to relax and temporarily forget the stresses of life, so where do those fit into our schedule? Pastor Mark went deeper on those questions with his next installment in his sermon series on managing your time with planning this past Sunday. Sometimes you have to learn and get into the habit of planning all these things and have God help you figure these things out. So, grab yourself some hot chocolate and give this one a listen and see if there are any tips on how you can manage your time better, and for your convenience, it's right here!

12-04-2011 168: Managing God's Priorities in Your Life- Pastor Mark Rossington

Priorites, priorites, priorities. Everyone has difference priorities and at a young age we were all told that we need to keep our priorities in line. But what are they? What determines one priority over the other while they are both important? Pastor Mark just started a new sermon series in this season of Advent on time and how we should manage them in accordance to how God want us to manage them. Put down that list of errands and chores, grab some hot chocolate- it is cold you know!- and give this a listen, pretty please?

11-20-2011 What Does The Bible Teach About Money: Spending -Pastor Mark Rossington

Spending money! From small purchases to large purchases, we make those spending choices everyday whether we are conscious of the cost or not. Considering the state of the economy now, most of us are well aware the cost of everything and how much we can afford depending on the state of our own bank account. The real question we face everyday is, how much can I afford? And, where is the cut off of spending? These are some serious questions that shouldn't be taken lightly. Pastor Mark finishes his sermon series on What Does The Bible Teaches About Money on the topic of spending. He sheds some light on what we should do with our money and what God has to say about it, and those answers just might surprise you. Put down that bank statement for just a moment and give this one a listen, it could change your view on some things.

11-13-2011 What Does The Bible Teach Say About Money: Saving and Investing- Pastor Mark Rossington

There comes a time when everyone starts thinking about the future and what to do with their hard earned cash. The popular thing to do is to do is invest it into something so that way, when we get older, we can use that money in our golden years and be set. The huge question is, who do we invest with? How much should we save and invest? Who should we trust? Pastor Mark continues in his sermon series on What Does The Bible Say About Money, and how we should trust God and ask Him for help when it comes to this matter. So, put down your letters in the mail about your 401K, and give this a listen. It could help you out.

11-06-2011 What Does The Bible Say About Money: Giving- Pastor Mark Rossington

One of the biggest topics in discussions about being a Christian is giving, and all sorts of things get discussed. Who to give to, what to give, how much, or even, how little. Seeing as the economy is getting better any time soon, depending on who you ask, the topic of giving is being more and more discussed. So, what to do? Pastor Mark starts a brand new sermon series on money and what the bible has to say about it, and specifically on giving. So, grab some hot chocolate and give this a spin, won't you?

10-30-2011 Reformation Sunday: Love Will Hold Us Together- Pastor Mark Rossington

This past weekened was Reformation Day, and while that is very important to us Lutherans, there's also something very important that isn't just centered towards Lutherans, but to all of us, and that's love. What is love? What does it mean in our interactions with other people that we encounter in our daily lives, especially to the strangers on the street. Pastor Mark goes deeper into the meaning of love, and you might be surprised to find out that love isn't just a simple noun! Curious? Well, you're in luck! That particular sermon is right here, enjoy!

10-23-2011 Surviving Life's Changes- Pastor Mark Rossington

Things happen right? Some things can be a pleasant surprise and make our day or week more excited and joyful, but sometimes things come up that make us want to tear our hair out. An expense that came out of nowhere, a job that you either started or lost and you have no idea what to do, or finances just take a hit and your stuggling to make ends meet. What do you do? In this series finale in Pastor Mark's sermon on Managing Your Stress, this past Sunday he talked about how to survive changes that blind side you and how God can help you get through them. Got some time to take a listen? Yes? Excellent! Here it tis.

10-23-2011 Keeping Daily Stress From Stressing You Out- Pastor Mark Rossington

Everyday stress, it's the little things that we do everyday that we keep piling on to either get done or add onto our normal everyday lives. It can get very frustrating when it feels like there are a million things to do, but it doesn't seem to ever get done. But, are they really that important? What are our priorities? Is God even one of them? In part two of Pastor Mark's sermons series on Managing Your Stress, he talked about on Sunday what are some major stresses that we go through everyday and how we can prioritize them, and how we can make God first on that list. Grab some paper and pencil, and maybe comfy chair, and give this one a listen, right here for you convenience.

10-09-2011 Don't Worry About The Future- Pastor Mark Rossington

The future, it's all rather scary if you give it a thought. What will it bring? What will happen to the economy? What will happen to our health? Who knows, and the only person that knows for certain is God. We all stress about these things since we're never given a clear cut answer as to what will the future bring to us all, and we get very anxious about it. In this new sermon series called Managing Your Stress by Pastor Mark, he talks about how we all worry and stress about the future, and he gives us hope and solutions when those questions come rallying. So, why not start now and hear all about it? Get some hot tea, sit back, relax, and give this one a listen, won't you?

10-02-2011 Defining Confidence- Pastor Gerard Sparaco

Confidence. We all have it to varying degrees, and it's an aspect in people that everyone looks at, even if we're not conscious of it. It's a tool that we all use when we try to get a job, meet new people, and carry on with friends and family. What is? What does it really mean to have confidence? Well, these questions were answered this past Sunday by guest preacher Pastor Gerard Sparaco. Wanna know more about what it means to be confident and have it through Jesus? You're in luck! Tis right here.

09-25-2011 Make Friends And Impact Lives- Pastor Mark Rossington

Typically when you and I hang out with friends we will talk about our week and/or complain about the lastest thing that happened at work or at home. And sometimes, we say and do things that try to make ourselves popular with our friends, and have that be nothing more than status. Where does Jesus fall into this though? Usually by the wayside, unfortunately. Good news though! Pastor Mark gives great advice about how to impact our friend's lives by faith in Jesus Christ and using that popularity to humbly do so. Want to hear more about that? Why, it's right here!

09-18-2011 Your Arms Are Too Short to Box With God- Pastor Mark Rossington

You know how in boxing where if you have short arms it's extremely difficult to box with someone with much longer arms? That's how it's like when you box, or go against God. When we pray to Him we always forget the 'wait' part in prayer, and we tend to think He says 'no', and we tend to do things our way. This past Sunday, Pastor Mark talks about what happens when we do things our way and not God's way in his sermon. Now that the round is over, take a breather, and give his sermon a listen, won't you?

09-11-2011 How Can I Forgive When It Hurts So Much?- Pastor Mark Rossington

Forgiving people is a common action that people do everyday for offenses done to them, and it's something that most of us don't really think about. But what if the offense was so great and so painful that you couldn't do it? What if it hurts so much that you couldn't forgive the person? Could you forgive the person that's begging you to forgive them? Or worse, what if you forgave the person and they don't care? Pastor Mark digs real deep into those questions and more about forgiveness in Sunday's sermon, which is right here.

09-04-2011 Christian Civility- Pastor Mark Rossington

You know that elephant in the room that most people either ignore or pretend doesn't exist? What if that elephant can cause damage to people's relationships with friends, family, and to anyone that we meet on a daily basis? What if that elephant is Satan? Christians are not immune to being uncivil and hurtful to other people, but Pastor Mark tells us how we, as Christians, can overcome knee jerk reactions and usher that elephant out the door. Which I'm told can be heard right here.

08-28-2011 For The Glory of God- Pastor Mark Rossington

So does being or becoming a Christian mean that you have to give up everything that you love to do? That perception has been around for quite some time, and even the thought of taking up the cross sounds demoralizing, but is it true? In his sermon, Pastor Mark says that that is not true and can actually be fun, fun you say? Interested? Well, give it a listen here.

08-21-2011 What Do You Build A Church On?- Pastor Mark Rossington

What do you do to make a church grow? Is it the pastor? The building? The music? Or is it even the style of worship that the church offers? All those things certainly help; however, there's one thing that every church should be built on, and that's Jesus Christ. Pastor Mark goes deeper into that in last weekend's sermon, which is right here.

08-14-2011 Persistence Prevails- Pastor Mark Rossington

In our prayers we always ask God for answers to our needs, and the three types of responses from Him are: 'yes', 'no', or 'wait'. The 'wait' answer can be trying and frustrating, in Pastor Mark's sermon, he goes deeper into the 'wait' response and how it can be rewarding if we are persistent in our waiting for God's response to prayer. Give it a listen right here. 

08-07-2011 Overcoming Your Fears- Pastor Mark Rossington

This past weekend, Pastor Mark dicusses about our own fears that we carry on a day to day basis, and how we can overcome those fears when we have faith in Jesus. Want to know more? Click here to find out.

07-31-2011 My Needs Can Be Met! - Pastor Mark Rossington

We live in a world of uncertainty of not knowing if our personal needs can be met and fear of the future and what it might bring. Pastor Mark's sermon this part weekend assures us that God will provide and that if we trust in Him, they can be met. Go ahead, give it a listen.

07-24-2011 Overcoming Adversity- Pastor Mark Rossington

In last Sunday's sermon, Pastor Mark talks about the types of adversities that we face in everyday life and how we can overcome them.
It's a really good sermon that can be found here.

07-17-2011 Unfinished Business- Pastor Mark Rossington

Pastor Mark has returned! This past Sunday he goes deeper into Jesus' parable of the field that talks about heaven. What does it mean for all of us? Click here to find out!

07-10-2011 Farmers Wanted- Deacon Mark Bittner

This past weekend, Deacon Mark Bittner's sermon is based on the Parable of the Sower, or Seed as it's commonly known. Give it a listen, won't you?

07-03-2011 The Cost of Freedom- Deacon Bill Buerger

Deacon Bill Buerger gives this weekend's sermon on not only our nation's freedom, but also what that freedom means to us as Christians. You can listen to it here.

06-26-2011 Dependence Day- Pastor Jim Pfluger

As we prepare for Indedence Day next week, guest preacher Pastor Jim talks about our Dependence Day this past Sunday in his sermon.

06-19-2011 Father's Day: Characteristics of a Great Man

This past Father's Day, Pastor Mark went into what makes a great man and this message is geared towards all the dads!

06-12-11 Pentecost 2011 - Pastor Mark Rossington

Pentecost Sunday means the official birthday of the Christian Church. Listen to Pastor Mark's message!

06-05 Confirmation 2011: The Crooked Path - Pastor Mark Rossington

Here is Pastor's message for the Confirmation service.

05-29-11 A Pirate's Guide to Evangelism - Pastor Mark Rossington

Ahoy, there maties! This weekend, we peruse the horizon, batten down the hatches and discover new journeys to make the evanglizing pirate proud! It's the Pirate's Guide to Evangelism - Pastor Mark's message for the 11 am youth-led worship. get mp3

05-15-11 God's Work: Growing the Church - Pastor Mark Rossington

Growth in the church is only through God!

05-08-11 Mother's Day: No Greater Task - Pastor Mark Rossington

We look at the words of 2 Timothy 1:5 for the Mother's Day message and how important it is to raise a child in the faith.

05-01-11 Where There is His Will, There is a Way - Pastor Mark Rossington

God has a plan for us that can be exciting or tedious, but whatever it is it'll be for His glory!
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04-24-11 Easter Worship - Pastor Mark Rossington

Easter Sunday brings a time of celebration and joy!

04-22-11 Good Friday _ Pastor Mark Rossington

Good Friday worship service as we remember the day that Jesus gave everything for us.

04-17-11 Palm Sunday: Lay Your Palms Down - Pastor Mark Rossington

It's the start of Holy Week as we celebrate Palm Sunday this week! Hosanna!

04-10-11 After Four Days - He Stunk Like a Skunk! - Pastor Mark Rossington

The raising of Lazarus from the dead by Jesus and the teaching that accompanied this miracle guarantees that we will go to Heaven and see our own mortal bodies rise again, too!

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04-06-11 Encouragement: When You Don't Feel God Is With You

We continue our Lenten sermon series on 'Encouragement'.

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04-03-11 Hunting for God - Deacon Mark Bittner

Deacon Mark Bittner looks at Jesus' command to go and baptize others. We look at how such ministries as Epiphany's Ironmen Ministry can help to do just that.

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03-30-11 Encouragement: When Pain Enters Your Life

We continue our Lenten worship services on 'Encouragement' as we journey to Easter morning.

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03-27-11 Truth and Spirit - What Does This Mean? - Pastor Mark Rossington

Why do we have to come to church when we worship? Why is it important to set aside time out of the week to worship God? We look at the words of Jesus that we should worship "In Spirit and in Truth". What does this mean?

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03-23-11 Encouragement: When Every Day Seems Harder - Deacon Bill Buerger

We continue our Lenten Worship series on Encouragement. Deacon Bill Buerger guest preaches.

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03-20-11 A Different Scale of Justice

In the American justice system, you are innocent until proven guilty. Through God's Law, we are guilty with original sin but made pure through Jesus Christ.

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03-16-11 Encouragement: Will God Abandon Me?

We kick off the Lenten services with a Sermon Series on Encouragement...

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03-13-11 - Tragedy in Japan: Why? - Pastor Mark Rossington

In times of great tragedy, it is natural to ask 'why did this happen?' Pastor Mark takes a look at the earthquake and tsunami that has destroyed parts of Japan and looks at this tragedy in terms of the Bible.

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03-09-11 Ash Wednesday

We begin the season of Lent with Ash Wednesday. Encouragement: For When You Carry a Heavy Cross.


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03-06-11 The Transfiguration - Pastor Mark Rossington

We take a look at a momentous occasion that occured during Jesus' ministry on earth - the transfiguration. Was this the culmination of Jesus' ministry? What is the importance of this event that took place on the mountainside? Why did Jesus not want the witnesses to speak of this event to others?

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02-27-11 The Antidote to Worry - Pastor Mark Rossington

The Antidote to Worry

Based off of Matthew 6:25-34, the Bible tells us not to worry! With the economy struggling to recover, unemployment and political unrest, we as Christians can find it pretty difficult to take the words of Matthew to heart. But the Bible makes it clear. By worrying, we do not add a single hour to our lives.

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02-20-11 The Foundation of a Healthy Church - Pastor Mark Rossington

Based off of 1 Corinthians 3:10-23: Building a church isn't always as easy as focusing on five purposes. Sometimes we need to look closer at the foundation we build Christ's Church on. We also need to realize that Christ's Church is a living body - that means you and me! We also need to realize that the pastor works for God; God doesn't work for him!

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