Five Small Stones
The message this week is entitled “Five Small Stones” and focuses on the Biblical story of David and Goliath. The key point of the message will be about facing situations that seem hopeless with faith and with the tools we already have at hand. The title comes from the five small stones that David picked up after refusing to wear a grown man’s armor (which didn’t fit him). Those stones, his familiar sling, and faith where what David took with him to meet the giant Goliath.
The message will also briefly touch on Juneteenth, Father’s Day, and Pride Month. The message will be delivered by Craig A. Stewart, a member of St. Mark’s UMC and a Certified Lay Speaker. Craig encourages those who are looking for ways to expand their faith and service to consider the Certified Lay Speaker program.
Certified Lay Speakers receive training that is useful to their own faith journeys while preparing them to serve in the Pulpit. (CLMs do not perform weddings, baptisms, or lead communion). Training includes six classes ranging from the history of governance in the UMC to very practical instruction and practice in preaching. More information is available at https://www.inumc.org/ministries/leadership-development/lay-leadership-development/lay-servant-ministries/certified-lay-speaker/ .
In our time of worship, we will share inspiring music including hymns and musical offerings from our Sanctuary Singers (accompanied by Ilze Akerbergs), a children’s moment with Mary Beth Morgan, prayer and reflection, and a reading of the scripture passage based on 1 Samuel 17:(1a, 4-11, 19-23) by Rev. John McFarland. The sermon title is “Five Small Stones”.
If you have been part of the St. Mark’s community for decades, or will be joining us for the first time, we look forward to connecting with those of you here or on the live stream at 10:30am this Sunday.