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The Canton United Methodist Church is a fellowship that strives to make disciples of Jesus Christ and make a difference. Join us for worship on Sunday mornings in person and online via Facebook Live. Our podcast channel will feature messages from our pastor and a weekly discussion of things that have been cut for time.
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Monday Aug 14, 2023
Sunday Message: Friendless and Alone
Monday Aug 14, 2023
Monday Aug 14, 2023
Scripture: John 13
Series: Unafraid
Autophobia, or monophobia, is the fear of being alone. As we think about heading to new schools or new seasons of life, it may be natural to experience some level of autophobia. As Jesus' disciples were about to face life without Jesus, they may have been feeling the same way. Jesus spent so much time preparing them and helping them see that even without him, they were not alone. And neither are we!

Tuesday Aug 08, 2023
Sunday Message: The Fear of the Other
Tuesday Aug 08, 2023
Tuesday Aug 08, 2023
Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48 & 1 John 4:18-19
Series: Unafraid
We are not all the same; the world is complex and diverse. And sometimes we recognize the beauty in diversity, but other times we see people as a challenge and their views as a threat. How do we address this fear? Jesus knew because this fear is as old as humanity itself. Let's listen in as we learn about our differences and Jesus' desire for us to show love not just to those with whom we agree but also those with whom we disagree.

Wednesday Aug 02, 2023
Cut for Time: We’re Back (And We’re Afraid)
Wednesday Aug 02, 2023
Wednesday Aug 02, 2023
Pastor Clay & Eric are back together after a few weeks off to discuss the start of a new message series based on fear. Things are changing, which can be a fearful reality, so how do we overcome fear?

Monday Jul 31, 2023
Sunday Message: An Age of Anxiety
Monday Jul 31, 2023
Monday Jul 31, 2023
Scripture: Isaiah 41:1-10 & Psalm 56:3-4
Series: Unafraid
As summer gives way to fall and our schedules prepare to adjust to a new rhythm, it is not unheard of to be a bit anxious or fearful about all that is going to happen next. What does God's word have to say about times when we are fearful? Quite a lot, actually. Over the next few weeks, we are going to be talking about things we are afraid of and how God helps us overcome our fears so that we can live with hope and courage.

Monday Jul 17, 2023
Sunday Message: His Eye is on the Sparrow
Monday Jul 17, 2023
Monday Jul 17, 2023
Scripture: Matthew 10:26-33
Series: Summer Setlist
What is the strangest thing you have ever bragged about? (Or what's your weirdest flex?) Are you double jointed? Can you perform an amazing party trick? How about this one from Jesus: you are worth more than many sparrows. Imagine your next corporate mixer: "Name one fun fact about yourself." I am worth more than many sparrows! But according to Jesus it's true. Let's explore what that means and why it matters today.

Sunday Jul 09, 2023
Sunday Message: Long Cool Woman
Sunday Jul 09, 2023
Sunday Jul 09, 2023
Scripture: John 8:1-11
Series: Summer Setlist
Song: "Long Cool Woman" by The Hollies
The Pharisees and teachers of the law thought that they have caught Jesus in a trap as they brought a sinful woman in front of him and demanded a judgment. But Jesus had a bigger idea in mind and bigger vision for the woman's life. This moment of unwarranted grace and underserved rescue is a story we need to hear again and again.

Sunday Jul 02, 2023
Sunday Message: You Will Be Found
Sunday Jul 02, 2023
Sunday Jul 02, 2023
Scripture: Luke 15:1-24
Series: Summer Setlist
Song: "You Will Be Found" from Dear Evan Hansen
Jesus spent a great amount of time with the outcast, sick, hurting, and hopeless during his ministry on earth. This caused no shortage of frustration for the Pharisees and scribes. One day when they were grumbling, Jesus decided to respond with parables about lost things and people being found. His gospel speaks directly to your life and the life of Evan Hansen with this promise: you will be found.

Sunday Jun 25, 2023
Sunday Message: The Hymn of Promise (Featuring Eric Stearns)
Sunday Jun 25, 2023
Sunday Jun 25, 2023
Scripture: Revelation 21:1-7
Series: Summer Setlist

Wednesday Jun 21, 2023
Cut for Time: Building the Kingdom is Hard.
Wednesday Jun 21, 2023
Wednesday Jun 21, 2023
Eric and Pastor Clay met up to talk about the new message series based on songs and specifically Pastor Clay's message about Luke 10 and "Build Your Kingdom Here" by Rend Collective. One of the things Pastor Clay eluded to was that the group in Seattle faced opposition to the kingdom-work they were doing, so tune in to hear more about that and what it means to knock the dust off our feet and keep doing the hard work of building the kingdom.

Sunday Jun 18, 2023
Sunday Message: Build Your Kingdom Here
Sunday Jun 18, 2023
Sunday Jun 18, 2023
Scripture: Luke 10:1-9 (GNT)
Series: Summer Setlist
Have you ever a heard a song so many times it lost all meaning? That almost happened to Pastor Clay and the song "Build Your Kingdom Here" from Rend Collective. Thankfully it didn't because of the songs connection to scripture. In Luke 10, Jesus sends out seventy-two apostles to proclaim God's kingdom to areas that Jesus hadn't visited yet. That call, despite its difficulties, is a call we live out today.