Peace Tree UMC

09/03/2026

This week's passage is Philippians 4:6-7 "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."

I struggle with this passage. It feels like something that has the intention of being super comforting, but doesn't exactly start off that way. To me it feels like when the angels start off with "do not be afraid!" I mean, have you seen a drawing of a biblically accurate angel? I feel like telling me not to be scared when an eyeball creature with twelve wings comes to me as a messenger from God isn't exactly the best way to get me to calm down.

Being anxious is human. It's a normal to have fears and doubts and worries about the things bothering you or things in your future. I don't think that's what is really being asked here. We aren't expected to just let go of everything, it's part of our imperfections, what we need to do is remember that we have a graceful God who we go to for peace in times of anxiety. God is our guard, like it says in the passage, He will protect us and give us peace and strength to ride the waves of life and come out on the other side strong.

So it's okay to be anxious, have fears or doubts. Verse 7 reminds us of our protector and the love he has for us is the peace that I hope you're seeing this week. If you are having fears and worries, call on God in prayer. Seek your shepherd and be surrounded by His devoted love.

Happy Wednesday, friends.

Kayla Cave
Director of Youth Ministry - Engagement

09/01/2026

Let the wisdom from above enlighten you and bring you peace this week. Amen.

08/30/2026

Join us for online worship! Say hello in the Chat😀

08/27/2026

“They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. Everyone was filled with awe at the many wonders and signs performed by the apostles. All the believers were together and had everything in common. They sold property and possessions to give to anyone who had need. Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.” - Acts 2:42-47

This month’s theme for the Roots is cultivation (lol, get it?). We’ve talked about cultivating our faith and our culture, and with our church wide meal happing tonight (that I’ve been affectionately calling family dinner), I want to talk about cultivating our community.

Community is an integral part of who we are as humans and believers. Without a support system, it’s hard to survive. I know I wouldn’t be able to without mine. I am a very careful community cultivator. I don’t let just anyone into my close circle. It may sound cynical at face value, but I do firmly believe that God will send people my way that I can trust to be my closest advisors and accountability peers. That is also not to say that I am not a willing and eager participant in my bigger community. In fact, I have a fierce pride in being a member of my community. I find that there is beauty and importance in both.

It is crucial for us to cultivate both the tree and the flower. We cannot flourish fully without them. God will give you people in your life, some for seasons and some for good. Take those relationships with love and grow in God.

08/26/2026

GREAT news y’all - the power is back ON at the church building!
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That means we’re good to go for Wednesday night’s church-wide dinner.
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Fried chicken, corn, hash brown casserole, and dinner rolls are on the menu.
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We’re asking church members to bring along dessert, and the suggested donation is $5 per person to cover the cost of the meal.

Invite your friends, classmates, neighbors, and co-workers and we’ll see you Wednesday night at 6:00pm!

08/25/2026

Our church building will remain closed on Tuesday, August 25 due to the ongoing power outage in our neighborhood.
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For pastoral care concerns or prayer requests, please email [email protected] or call/txt 901-286-5532.
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Coffee with Kris and Harry at Levee Creamery WILL continue as scheduled since our friends have power at the coffeehouse.
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Join us at Levee Creamery this morning from 10:00am until 12:00 Noon for coffee, conversation, and prayer 🙏

08/25/2026

Community is important to who we are as believers. Reach out to your community this week to see how you can be a light, share each other’s burdens, and praise Him together.

08/24/2026

NEW Blog post out now! Join Peace Tree as we journey through 40 Days of Prayer & Discernment, listening for God's voice to guide and direct us as we determine our next steps as a congregation.

We proudly claim that Church Can Happen Anywhere, but what does that look like for Peace Tree in 2026 and is that Vision still part of our congregation's DNA?

08/24/2026

Our church building will remain closed on Monday, August 24 due to the ongoing power outage to our neighborhood.
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For pastoral care concerns or prayer requests, please email [email protected] or call/txt 901-286-5532
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Monday Night Hangout at Mellow Mushroom (Stephen Meek) WILL continue as scheduled since our friends still have power at the restaurant. Join us in Germantown at 7:30pm for dinner, conversation, and trivia!
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