Sermons

First Congregational United Church of Christ Sunday, January 17, 2021 “When I find myself in times of trouble, Mother Mary comes to me, speaking words of wisdom, let it be”   Welcome To Our Church Family! *Please be sure to watch each video in order, starting at the top and working down.          Our Annual Meeting is… Read More »

A little means A Lot!  Have you ever wondered if little, old you can make a difference in a world with so many huge problems? Then this is the service for you! Hear some stories and songs that will inspire and direct you as you seek to have a positive impact on your world   Sermon Transcript: LittleMeansLot.Serm9.20.20 PDF Online… Read More »

Consider The Source  In today’s service, we consider the Source…the Source of our gifts. As we continue our exploration of human giftedness, Toby encourages us to uncover and unleash gifts we didn’t even know we had! Through his personal stories and some great music, you’ll be inspired to open up some presents that have been tucked away in a closet… Read More »

“We Are Gifted” offered by Toby Jones  Have you ever thought of yourself as “gifted?” Chances are you’ve always thought that lofty adjective applies to others but not you. Time to think again! In this worship service, Toby Jones takes us through the biblical concept of gifts in a way that will inspire and move you. There’s some terrific music… Read More »

“Why Music is My Drug of Choice” offered by Toby Jones   Our Music Celebration Sunday! This service features guest performances by finger-style virtuoso John Warstler, award-winning Irish balladeer David Bowen, and Shelley Fisher. Toby tells the story of his musical upbringing and why he considers music to be his “drug of choice.” Don’t miss it!     Sermon Transcript:… Read More »

“A Reverend in Blue Jeans”  Come and see why our new pastor just wants to be a Reverend in Blue Jeans! You’ll learn what Sacerdotalism is and why Jesus railed against it. Plus you’ll hear some great music and find out why people are so excited about what’s going on at 1st Congregational UCC of Charlevoix, Michigan! Sermon Transcript: Reverend… Read More »

“Fear is the lock and laughter the key to your heart” Stephen Stills  A Time to Laugh 08-16-2020 08-16-2020 Bulletin

Fanning the Flame of the Christ in You Based on John 14:8-20 and I Timothy 1:3-14 Offered by Toby Jones to the People of ChxUCC on 8/9/20 Sermon Transcript- FanningFlameSermon Please join us for virtual coffee hour (joys & concerns and sermon discussions) via Zoom at 11:00am on Sunday. The Zoom invite will be sent out via email.  You Can… Read More »

Steve Jobs called time the most precious commodity we have. Our perception of time in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic has changed. Today’s worship service explores time in the days of Covid. Great scripture, great music, and a message you won’t soon forget. Sermon Transcript – LivingInCovidTime 8.2.20             You Can Now Give Online… Read More »

We Are All In This Together, Sermon by Rev. Toby Jones We’re All in This Together!– Sermon Transcript                    You Can Now Give Online Using Breeze!  We have added a section to the website that allows you to easily click and give. The is a fast and secure option that shows you… Read More »