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Demonstrating God’s Grace

By David Frerichs / April 24, 2020

Demonstrating God’s grace includes ordinary daily acts. Having freely received God’s grace and Christ’s benefits, Christians no longer work for themselves, but for the good of others.

Midweek Devotional and Update

By Rev. Corey Gray / April 22, 2020

Here is the midweek update for this week along with a reminder about online Congregational Prayer tonight from 5:30 to 6:00 p.m. See the information directly below the video.

That Lasting City

By Rev. Corey Gray / April 15, 2020

On March 12, I returned from visiting with EPC churches in Puerto Rico to a whole new world.

Midweek Devotional and Update

By Dr. Todd Smedley / April 15, 2020

Here is my midweek update for this week along with a reminder about online Congregational Prayer tonight from 5:30 to 6:00 p.m. See the information directly below the video.

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Good Friday Message

By Dr. Todd Smedley / April 10, 2020

Dear Church, I pray you will be built up and encouraged as we look to God’s word together on this most unusual Good Friday. —Todd

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Maundy Thursday Teaching

By Dr. Robert Norris / April 9, 2020

Dear friends, I invite you to take time to watch and listen as Dr. Robert Norris reflects on the holy moment of the Last Supper. —Todd

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Delighting in God’s Glory

By David Frerichs / April 7, 2020

A famous statement from the Westminster Shorter Catechism proclaims the liberating truth that our purpose is revealed, not discovered.

Midweek Devotional and Update

By Dr. Todd Smedley / March 31, 2020

I am posting my midweek update a bit earlier this week in hopes of drawing your attention to our first online Congregational Prayer meeting tomorrow from 5:30 to 6:00 p.m.

Redeeming the Time

By Rev. Thomas Myrick / March 31, 2020

These are good days for us to consider what it will mean for us to ‘redeem the time’ and make it useful, both for God’s glory and our sanctification (Ephes. 5:15-17; 1 Cor. 10:31).

Sunday Online Gathering

By Dr. Todd Smedley / March 29, 2020

I encourage you to listen, sing, and pray at home as we use the means of video and the Internet to gather online again this Sunday.

Holding Forth the Word of Life

By Rev. Ron Meyer / March 28, 2020

For years, the words from Philippians 2:16, “…holding forth the word of life….” (ASV), were written on Fourth Church bulletins and newsletters (even doormats)…

Midweek Devotional and Update

By Dr. Todd Smedley / March 25, 2020

Along with my midweek devotional [VIDEO], we have included care and prayer resources for your reference during this time when we are unable to gather at church.

Faithful in Place

By Dr. Robert Norris / March 24, 2020

The story of Martin Rinkart, a pastor in the German city of Eilenburg at the time of the Thirty Years War. A man frail in body but strong in faith and sacrificial service.

Sunday Online Gathering

By Dr. Todd Smedley / March 22, 2020

Once again I have prerecorded my sermon, along with Scripture readings, prayers, and family news. I encourage you to listen, sing, and pray as you worship at home.

Ever-Abiding Word?

By Rev. Thomas Myrick / March 20, 2020

Have you found it difficult to read and appreciate the Bible this week? If so, you’re not alone.

Midweek Devotional and Update

By Dr. Todd Smedley / March 18, 2020

I pray you will be edified by this devotional message [VIDEO] with brief updates on care, prayer, resources, and weekly activities during this time when we are unable to gather.

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Be Still and Know

By Rev. Thomas Myrick / March 18, 2020

Over the past several days I’ve found myself feeling jostled by each successive breaking news alert. Perhaps you have too. It’s difficult to know how to respond and prepare…

Plans for Sunday, March 15

By Dr. Todd Smedley / March 14, 2020

A video update with guidance for your Sunday worship plans. Look for a new post by 8:00 a.m. tomorrow morning (3/15) with a Sunday message and resources for your worship time.

Sunday Services and Classes Canceled Until Further Notice

By Dr. Todd Smedley / March 13, 2020

Yesterday morning, I called a Session meeting for the elders to pray for our church family and to make decisions about the latest developments with COVID-19…

Sunday Worship Services Update

By Don Nalle / March 13, 2020

In an effort to mitigate the spread of coronavirus, Maryland Governor Larry Hogan issued an executive order yesterday banning gatherings of 250 people or more…

Quick Updates Tonight, More Tomorrow

By Don Nalle / March 12, 2020

Please check back tomorrow, March 13, for a full update in response to the latest announcements from the Maryland Department of Health.

Measures in Light of the Coronavirus

By Dr. Todd Smedley / March 11, 2020

As national and local governments and individual citizens of many countries wrestle with how to respond to COVID-19, it strikes me that Christians bring a unique perspective…