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The Labor of Love
Rev. Leia Durland-Jones & Greg Townsend
September 6, 2026

Have you ever wondered what we mean when we say “love is at the
center” of our faith? How does putting love at the center help shape
who we are, what we believe, and how we show up? As we mark this Labor Day weekend, come explore what putting love at the center means to you.

JOIN US ON ZOOM

This Sunday, September 6, come to church early and join Music Director Scott DeVeaux in the Sanctuary at 10:30 AM to learn hymns from our NEW online hymnal! All ages are welcome!

Sharing Joys and Sorrows

If you would like to have a joy or sorrow shared aloud during the worship service, please complete this form by 9 AM Sunday morning.

December 6, 2015: The Angels Tell Us Not To Fear

Posted on December 6, 2015 | Pastor: Rev. Alex McGee

How do we find reassurance when we are fearful, and how do angels show up in our lives? Rev. Alex McGee and Adam Slate will led worship. Order of Service

November 29, 2015: Giving Thanks After Thanksgiving

Posted on November 29, 2015 | Pastor: Rev. Erik Wikstrom

This month the theme we’re exploring is: what does it mean to be a person of ancestry? Members of our lay Worship Weavers Guild facilitated this Thanksgiving Day Weekend worship. Order of Service

November 22, 2015: Multi-Bread Communion

Posted on November 22, 2015 | Pastor: Rev. Erik Wikstrom

This month the theme we’re exploring is: what does it mean to be a person of ancestry? Now a TJMC tradition, we will celebrate a “multi-bread communion” that is an expression of multicultural community, and we’ll be asking ourselves how Thanksgiving – the practice and the holiday – can reflect our identity as “people of […]

November 15, 2015: Love Will Find a Way ®

Posted on November 15, 2015 | Pastor: Guest Speaker

This month the theme we’re exploring is: what does it mean to be a person of ancestry? A look at how this story in Luke 7:36-47 can teach us about the power of love, especially in times like these. Note: Our guest preacher, Pastor Lehman Bates, was the pastor of Ebenezer Baptist Church and a […]

November 8, 2015: Ancestry as Comfort ®

Posted on November 8, 2015 | Pastor: Rev. Alex McGee

Whenever we have to rebuild a new identity, or mend an old one, we may find clues in our ancestry. Perhaps this is why so many world religions seek to remind us, to comfort us, to reassure us: no, you are not alone. Rev. Alexandra McGee led our exploration this week. Order of Service

November 1, 2015: Ancestors’ Sunday ®

Posted on November 1, 2015 | Pastor: Rev. Erik Wikstrom

Each year we pause to remember loved ones who have died – whether recently or in the distant past. Everyone was encouraged to bring a photo or a memento (or many) so that we might build together our annual “ancestors’ altar.” Order of Service

October 25, 2015: What Do We Need to Let Go of If We’re Going to Join Hands?

Posted on October 25, 2015 | Pastor: Guest Speaker, Rev. Erik Wikstrom

This month we will be considering the theme: “What does it mean to be a person of Letting Go?” This morning we will be recognizing those who have recently decided to formalize their membership with this community. As we take on a new identity – whatever it may be – must we shed our old identity? […]

October 18, 2015: Letting Go and Moving Forward ®

Posted on October 18, 2015 | Pastor: Guest Speaker

This month we will be considering the theme: “What does it mean to be a person of Letting Go?” It is so easy to get “stuck in the mud” of our lives, trapped in our anger, our pain, resentments, our wounds. To move freely forward into our future we must learn how to let go of […]

October 11, 2015: Letting Go of Ego ®

Posted on October 11, 2015 | Pastor: Rev. Alex McGee

This month we will be considering the theme: “What does it mean to be a person of Letting Go?” Letting go of ego is a state that we learn again and again in the stages of spiritual maturity. Order of Service

October 4, 2015: What’s So Great About Letting Go?

Posted on October 4, 2015 | Pastor: Rev. Erik Wikstrom

This month we will be considering the theme: “What does it mean to be a person of Letting Go?” Everybody keeps saying that it’s important to be able to “let go.” “Let go and let God,” the 12 Step movement counsels. “Live free from attachment,” is advised in every major religion (and many “minor” ones as […]