MORGAN CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE

August 28th, 2026

 

Greetings Morgan Church of the Nazarene!

 

I am looking forward to worshiping with all of you again this week, and I am looking forward to preaching on the sustaining grace of God! I am re-reading Way, Truth, Life and even the second time around it is life-giving and encouraging. It may not be easy, but it is worth working through. Keep reading!

 

The church board met last night, and as usual, I want to share with you my report as well as updates. My report is attached. Most of the meeting was updates and information about what has been going on in the church as well as things coming up. The main order of business was "Calling"  (naming) Andrea Davenport as the Associate Pastor here at Morgan Church of the Nazarene. If you recall, she received her credentials from the Colorado District back in June, and we celebrated that. And now, we have the privilege of continuing to grow with her as she continues to live in faithful obedience to God's call on her life. In all my years in ministry (16), one of my greatest joys has always been journeying with people who feel a call to ministry and pursue that calling. I think I have partnered with 10 people in receiving a local license, 5 of them went on to receive district licenses, 1 is still in process, and others gained greater clarity and went another direction. Andrea is only the third of which who received her license and now I get to serve with! It is truly a joy to serve with and continue to mentor young/new pastors. Functionally, Andrea will continue to serve in all the same capacities she currently serves, and will continue to do so as a volunteer (there is no compensation attached to the position). So things are not going to look much different, but this is a big step for all of us! 

 

 

Sunday Schedule:

9:30am: Worship Service (English)

11:00am: Welcome Back Brunch

12:30pm: Worship Service (Spanish)

 

Prayer: from Psalm 139

Search me, God, and know my heart

test me and know my anxious thoughts.

See if there is any offensive way in me,

and lead me in the way everlasting.

 

Announcements:

Mission Projects: The Colorado District has some mission projects coming up this fall. Check out the bulletin board in the foyer.

Family Cook-Out - Sept 2 - Our kick-off to our midweek ministries is coming up quickly! Join us on Wednesday September 2 at 6:00pm! Please bring a side dish or dessert to share

Midweek Ministries: On Wednesday September 9 our midweek ministries will resume. Free Meal @ 5:15. Compass Kids and Youth Group meeting at 6pm. I invite you to join me in prayer for these discipleship ministries. I don't have a formal plan in place or a sign-up sheet, but join me in fasting and praying for our discipleship ministries, for our "disciplers" as well as for our kids, teenagers, and families. This is a way for ALL OF US to participate in midweek ministries.

Pilcher Potluck Picnic and Pool Party: This Sunday August 30 @ 1pm (for English congregation since it is during our Spanish service). Sunday, September 6 after the Spanish service. 

District Women's Retreat: September 18-20. Register by September 4th. For details check out https://www.conazarene.org/ For questions, ask Stacey Fajardo or Andrea Davenport.

Alabaster Offering: On Sunday, September 13 we will be collecting our Alabaster offering. Money given toward this offering supports construction projects for the church of the Nazarene around the world, building things like churches, hospitals, childcare centers, and houses.

 

 

 

Hebrews 12:1-2a - Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith

 

Grace & Peace,

Pastor Kent