Bowling Green First United Methodist Church

06/07/2026

Annual Conference Day 2 has given me much to reflect on.

One theme that surfaced repeatedly was this: God is doing something new. The question is not whether God is at work, but whether we have eyes to see it. Are we willing to look beyond the familiar, step outside our doors, and join God where God is already moving?

One quote from Bishop Farr gave me pause:

"Who are you becoming even if there is no evidence of it yet?"

What a powerful reminder that God is often shaping us long before others can see the results. Growth, transformation, and calling often begin beneath the surface before they become visible.

Another takeaway came from Rev. Mona Candea, who challenged us to:

"Name a future for someone who may not see that future for themselves yet."

What a gift it is to encourage others, to speak hope where there is doubt, and to help people see the possibilities God sees in them.

We witnessed the passing of the mantel from the retiring pastors to the new class of ordained pastors and and inspiring call to action from our youth leadership team.

As I reflect on today, I am reminded that discipleship is about seeing what God is doing, becoming who God is calling us to be, and helping others discover the future God has prepared for them.

Looking forward to what tomorrow will bring.

06/06/2026

Ann and I are kicking off our second day at annual conference . Day one was a powerful reminder that we are connectional people.
Bishop João Sambo of Mozambique challenged us to be the salt and light of the world. Looking around the room at friends and fellow servants in ministry, I was reminded that we don't do ministry alone. We are stronger together, connected through Christ and united in our mission.
Please keep Annual Conference in your prayers.

05/31/2026

05/24/2026

Week 4 CALLED Sermon Series - Message

05/24/2026

Sunday, May 24, is the day we celebrate Pentecost. Pentecost occurs 50 days after Easter, and marks the day the Holy Spirit descended on the Apostles as described in Acts 2. It is often referred to as the "birthday of the church”. All are encouraged to wear red clothing on this day to represent the fire of the Holy Spirit.

05/03/2026

Looking for a connection?
Looking for hope?

Join us for worship today as we come together as one body in Christ.

⏰ 10:30 AM

04/29/2026

You are CALLED.

Called to belong.
Called to grow.
Called to be part of something bigger than yourself.

This Sunday, we begin a new series called CALLED, and we start with a powerful truth:
We were never meant to do life alone.

Come join us as we discover what it means to be connected as the Body of Christ.

Worship with us this Sunday at 10:30 AM—we’d love to see you!

04/27/2026

With the extreme weather we’ve been experiencing here in Missouri, I’ve been thinking of all of you.

I am praying that each of you is safe—that you, your families, and your homes are protected through these storms. Times like these remind us how quickly things can shift and how important it is to look out for one another.

“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” (Psalm 46:1)

Stay safe, take care, and know you are being lifted up in prayer. ❤️