Zion Community Church of the Nazarene

06/08/2026

What a wonderful service yesterday hearing from Pastor Ryan about “The one ability we’re all called to have: Availability” and welcoming our new Growing Hearts Daycare and Preschool Director!

A great service kicking off our new church year!

"The one ability we're all called to have: Availability"Psalm 33:1...

05/26/2026

This is our Final week of our Word and Prayer Initiative.

Once again, we encourage you to prayerfully read and reread the Scripture passage, and to spend time in prayer and worship as you seek the Lord with all of your heart, mind, soul, and strength. May the Lord continue to fill you and bless you!

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Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-12 (NIV)

“These are the commands, decrees and laws the Lord your God directed me to teach you to observe in the land that you are crossing the Jordan to possess, 2 so that you, your children and their children after them may fear the Lord your God as long as you live by keeping all his decrees and commands that I give you, and so that you may enjoy long life. 3 Hear, Israel, and be careful to obey so that it may go well with you and that you may increase greatly in a land flowing with milk and honey, just as the Lord, the God of your ancestors, promised you.

4 Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. 5 Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength.6 These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts.7 Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. 8 Tie them as symbols on your hands and bind them on your foreheads. 9 Write them on the doorframes of your houses and on your gates.

10 When the Lord your God brings you into the land he swore to your fathers, to Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, to give you—a land with large, flourishing cities you did not build, 11 houses filled with all kinds of good things you did not provide, wells you did not dig, and vineyards and olive groves you did not plant—then when you eat and are satisfied, 12 be careful that you do not forget the Lord, who brought you out of Egypt, out of the land of slavery.”

Prayer Prompts:

Deuteronomy 6:4-9 is one of the most important passages in the Entire Bible! This passage is known as the “Shema” (which is Hebrew for “Hear”/”Listen”). It is an ancient prayer within Judaism, and one that Jesus Christ himself spoke about in the Gospels. Take a few minutes to pray these words as you align your heart with God’s Word.

Ask the Lord to impress his word into your hearts and minds, and for Him to empower you to live a life of godly love.

Worship Songs:

“Forever Reign” - Hillsong Worship

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZ3KIXadMoY&list=RDwZ3KIXadMoY&start_radio=1

“My Jesus I love Thee” - Rosemary Siemens

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZhuQo5GlhA&list=RDsZhuQo5GlhA&start_radio=1

05/18/2026

What a fun weekend- We had our monthly disc golf club at Edgewood and then our monthly game night at the church yesterday! A full day of community, games, and fellowship!

05/18/2026

We are now in our SEVENTH week of the Word and Prayer Initiative.

As this is our second to last week, we just want to encourage you to finish strong! Find time this week to once again read (and reread) through the Scripture passage as you think, meditate, and pray through it. Allow the Scripture to even guide your time in prayer and in worship. May the Lord Almighty continue to fill us and shape us with his grace and his truth.

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Scripture: Psalm 46 (NIV)

God is our refuge and strength,
an ever-present help in trouble.

Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way
and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea,
though its waters roar and foam
and the mountains quake with their surging.

There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God,
the holy place where the Most High dwells.

God is within her, she will not fall;
God will help her at break of day.

Nations are in uproar, kingdoms fall;
he lifts his voice, the earth melts.

The Lord Almighty is with us;
the God of Jacob is our fortress.

Come and see what the Lord has done,
the desolations he has brought on the earth.

He makes wars cease
to the ends of the earth.
He breaks the bow and shatters the spear;
he burns the shields with fire.

He says, “Be still, and know that I am God;
I will be exalted among the nations,
I will be exalted in the earth.”

The Lord Almighty is with us;
the God of Jacob is our fortress.

Prayer Prompts:

What does it mean that God is our refuge and strength? What does it mean that the Lord Almighty is with us? What battles or circumstances are you facing right now? As you pray, remember that God is your refuge and strength, and that the Lord Almighty is with you.

As you pray, how might you Be still…? Take a few moments and just concentrate your heart and mind on who God is as you draw near to Him.

Worship Songs:

“In Christ Along” - Keith and Kristyn Getty

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_063OI38RQ

“In the Garden” - Rosemary Siemens

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3_dMzucjEaw

05/12/2026

We are in our SIXTH week of our Word and Prayer Initiative!

May the Lord continue to fill you up with his glory and goodness. Have a great week and we hope to see you on Wednesday evening for Small Groups and Sunday morning for our Worship Service!

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Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-20 (NLT)

“Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children. 2 Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ. He loved us and offered himself as a sacrifice for us, a pleasing aroma to God.

3 Let there be no sexual immorality, impurity, or greed among you. Such sins have no place among God’s people. 4 Obscene stories, foolish talk, and coarse jokes—these are not for you. Instead, let there be thankfulness to God. 5 You can be sure that no immoral, impure, or greedy person will inherit the Kingdom of Christ and of God. For a greedy person is an idolater, worshiping the things of this world.

6 Don’t be fooled by those who try to excuse these sins, for the anger of God will fall on all who disobey him. 7 Don’t participate in the things these people do. 8 For once you were full of darkness, but now you have light from the Lord. So live as people of light! 9 For this light within you produces only what is good and right and true.

10 Carefully determine what pleases the Lord. 11 Take no part in the worthless deeds of evil and darkness; instead, expose them. 12 It is shameful even to talk about the things that ungodly people do in secret. 13 But their evil intentions will be exposed when the light shines on them, 14 for the light makes everything visible. This is why it is said,

“Awake, O sleeper,
rise up from the dead,
and Christ will give you light.”

15 So be careful how you live. Don’t live like fools, but like those who are wise. 16 Make the most of every opportunity in these evil days. 17 Don’t act thoughtlessly, but understand what the Lord wants you to do. 18 Don’t be drunk with wine, because that will ruin your life. Instead, be filled with the Holy Spirit, 19 singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs among yourselves, and making music to the Lord in your hearts. 20 And give thanks for everything to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.”

Prayer Prompts:

Are there sins or seeds of darkness within your own heart and mind? Don’t run from them. Shine a light on them in prayer, and ask God through the power of his Spirit to cleanse you and renew your heart and mind. Repent and seek him, knowing that He is a God of grace and compassion, but desires his people to be genuinely good and holy.

How are you being thoughtful and intentional with how you live your life in light of the gospel of Jesus? As you pray, seek gratitude and thanksgiving for who God is, what God has done, and what God promises to do.

Worship Songs:

“Here’s my Heart” - Lauren Daigle
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WTDoDA-1lsE

“His Mercy is More” - Shane and Shane
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uBZk0bVjCAA

05/06/2026

Join us at 5:30pm for dinner and 6:30pm for small groups!

05/04/2026

We are now more than half way through our Word and Prayer Initiative! And we are excited to see how God is going to move! Be intentional, be attentive, and be open for the Spirit to speak and guide you in your time of reading through God’s word and being in prayer.

This week, we are going to add one more element to our time of reading and reflecting on Scripture. Below, you will find that the passage of Scripture is duplicated - however - that is because it is the same passage of Scripture in two different translations. We want to encourage you to read both translations prayerfully and thoughtfully, and allow any differences and similarities to stick out and help guide your time of meditation, reflection, and prayer.

Remember to read these texts SLOWLY… and read the passage of Scripture at least 3-4 times (and because this week we have TWO translations of the same text, read each translation at least TWICE). Be willing to sit tight and really think about and pray over any word, phrase, sentence, concept, or thought that might be drawing your attention.

May the God of peace and grace be with you as you draw near to him in the Word, in Prayer, and in Worship.

Scripture: Titus 3:3-8

New International Version (NIV)
3 At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. We lived in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another. 4 But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, 5 he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, 6 whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, 7 so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life. 8 This is a trustworthy saying. And I want you to stress these things, so that those who have trusted in God may be careful to devote themselves to doing what is good. These things are excellent and profitable for everyone.

New Living Translation (NLT)
3 Once we, too, were foolish and disobedient. We were misled and became slaves to many lusts and pleasures. Our lives were full of evil and envy, and we hated each other. 4 But—
When God our Savior revealed his kindness and love, 5 he saved us, not because of the righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He washed away our sins, giving us a new birth and new life through the Holy Spirit. 6 He generously poured out the Spirit upon us through Jesus Christ our Savior. 7 Because of his grace he made us right in his sight and gave us confidence that we will inherit eternal life.
8 This is a trustworthy saying, and I want you to insist on these teachings so that all who trust in God will devote themselves to doing good. These teachings are good and beneficial for everyone.

Prayer Prompts:

Verses 5-7 speak of God washing away our sins and giving us a new birth through the Holy Spirit. Because of God’s grace, our lives have changed… How has your life changed? Have you ever fully committed your life to Jesus? What about now? As you pray, seek a cleansed heart and mind as you continually devote your whole life to God.

Are we devoting ourselves to doing good? What does doing “good” look like? As you pray, ask for the Spirit 1) to reveal what it is that is good and 2) to empower you to do that which is good.

Worship Songs:

“Goodness of God” - Bethel Music
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-f4MUUMWMV4

“There is a Fountain (Full of Love)” - Shane and Shane
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gXx558v5eik&list=RDgXx558v5eik&start_radio=1

“Create in Me” - Rend Collective
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=it4BHq6DYKs

05/03/2026

We had a great group show up at McCormick's Creek State Park this afternoon for our first Hiking Club outing of the year! Be sure to join us for the next hike on the first Sunday in June. Kids, pets & friends are welcome! 🩵

05/03/2026

Join us this morning online if you’re not able to make it in person!

May 3rd 2026 - Rev. Ryan Farmer

04/27/2026

This Monday is our FOURTH week in our Word and Prayer Initiative!

We are looking forward to another fruitful week of being in God’s word and spending time in prayer. My hope is that each and every one of us will find time to deliberately read, meditate, and soak up Scripture as we allow it to continue to fill, shape, and transform our lives.

Find at least 10-15 minutes today (or sometime this week) as we spend quality time in the word, prayer, and worship.

Scripture: Isaiah 40:25-31

“To whom will you compare me?
Or who is my equal?” says the Holy One.

Lift up your eyes and look to the heavens:
Who created all these?
He who brings out the starry host one by one
and calls forth each of them by name.
Because of his great power and mighty strength,
not one of them is missing.

Why do you complain, Jacob?
Why do you say, Israel,
“My way is hidden from the Lord;
my cause is disregarded by my God”?

Do you not know?
Have you not heard?
The Lord is the everlasting God,
the Creator of the ends of the earth.
He will not grow tired or weary,
and his understanding no one can fathom.

He gives strength to the weary
and increases the power of the weak.

Even youths grow tired and weary,
and young men stumble and fall;

but those who hope in the Lord
will renew their strength.
They will soar on wings like eagles;
they will run and not grow weary,
they will walk and not be faint.

Prayer Prompts:

How often do you think about who God is and what God is like? As you read his word, pray, and worship, how might Isaiah 40 shape your understanding? As you pray, keep in mind that it is this God who hears you, who loves you, who knows you, and who is calling you towards himself.

As you wait and hope in the Lord, remember how God has acted throughout the history of Israel, the Apostles of Jesus, the Church, and even your own life. Pray that Yahweh, the Creator and Redeemer, would restore and renew your heart and mind in times of weariness, exhaustion, and suffering.

Worship Songs:

“God that Saves” - Iron Bell Music (Feat. Stephen Mcwhirter)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=irypgQVwauE&list=RDirypgQVwauE&start_radio=1

“Great is Thy Faithfulness” - Reawaken Hymns

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lbDNkwcuBus&list=RDlbDNkwcuBus&start_radio=1