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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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Sunday Jan 19, 2025
Sunday Message: We Give Thanks
Sunday Jan 19, 2025
Sunday Jan 19, 2025
Scripture: Philippians 4:12-20
Message Series: The 5 Marks of United Methodism
Hearing a message about giving thanks to God does not feel all that challenging... until you remember that the Apostle Paul challenged the Philippians to give thanks in every circumstance. Some times in life are harder than others, but what Paul learned and shared is that these times are manageable because Christ is with us just as Christ was with him.

Wednesday Jan 15, 2025
Cut for Time: A United Methodist Foundation
Wednesday Jan 15, 2025
Wednesday Jan 15, 2025
Welcome back to a more normal-ish episode of the Cut for Time Podcast! As we begin a new message series at the church, Pastor Clay walks through some of the reasoning and rationale for why this series is up first in 2025 and then lays a foundation in the history of John Wesley, the Methodist Movement, and the United Methodist Church. How does this foundation help us build our faith today?

Sunday Jan 12, 2025
Sunday Message: We Rejoice in God
Sunday Jan 12, 2025
Sunday Jan 12, 2025
Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10
Series: The 5 Marks of a United Methodist
We continue our look at our identifying factors as we look at the joy of the Lord. God's people heard a reading of God's word and were moved to tears. Nehemiah and Ezra invited the people feast and celebrate God's goodness. When we gather for worship or spend time with God, do we experience this type of whole-hearted joy?

Sunday Jan 05, 2025
Sunday Message: We Love God
Sunday Jan 05, 2025
Sunday Jan 05, 2025
Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40
Series: The 5 Marks of a United Methodist
As we embrace this new year as God's gift to us, it is important for us to have clarity about who we are as United Methodists. All the way back at the start of the Methodist movement, our founder John Wesley claimed that there are five distinguishing marks of a Methodist. The first one is that we love God. While that may seem very basic, it is important for us to build a strong foundation on this truth before we move to any further aspects of who we are. How can you grow in your capacity to love God this week?

Wednesday Jan 01, 2025
Cut for Time: The Impact of the Incarnation
Wednesday Jan 01, 2025
Wednesday Jan 01, 2025
The panel is back one more time to think back on Christmas Eve and the importance of the Incarnation. God took on flesh and dwelt among us in Jesus. Why is this so important to our faith during Christmas and even beyond?
Guests on the Podcast:
Rev. Stephanie Schneider: Village Baptist & First Baptist, Glens Falls & Ft. Edward, NY
Rev. Peggy Hanson: Madison UMC, Madison SD
Rev. Teresa Whetsel: Flame of Faith UMC, West Fargo, ND
Beata Ferris: Discipleship Coordinator at Pierre First UMC, Pierre, SD
Eric Stearns: Lay Leader at Canton UMC, Canton, SD

Wednesday Dec 25, 2024
Cut for Time: Do You Feel What I Feel?
Wednesday Dec 25, 2024
Wednesday Dec 25, 2024
Pastor Clay and his friends are back for the 4th Week of Advent to discuss what some of the touchstones of the holidays are for them. This goes with our week on touch and feeling, so what are some of the touchstones and traditions that make it feel like Christmas?
Guests on the Podcast:
Rev. Stephanie Schneider: Village Baptist & First Baptist, Glens Falls & Ft. Edward, NY
Rev. Peggy Hanson: Madison UMC, Madison SD
Rev. Teresa Whetsel: Flame of Faith UMC, West Fargo, ND
Beata Ferris: Discipleship Coordinator at Pierre First UMC, Pierre, SD
Eric Stearns: Lay Leader at Canton UMC, Canton, SD

Tuesday Dec 24, 2024
Christmas Eve Message: Do You Know What I Know?
Tuesday Dec 24, 2024
Tuesday Dec 24, 2024
Scripture: Luke 2:1-20
Series: Experiencing Christmas
Christ is born! Let us celebrate. In the fullness of God's time, God let us all in on a surprise that was centuries in the making. With all of our senses, we now know what God was up to this entire time. The birth of Christ is good news that we get to share with everyone around us! Merry Christmas!

Sunday Dec 22, 2024
Sunday Message: Do You Feel What I Feel?
Sunday Dec 22, 2024
Sunday Dec 22, 2024
Scripture: Luke 2:25-35
Series: Experiencing Christmas
Whether it is the itchy Christmas program costumes or a special decoration, our sense of touch is just as activated during the season as the rest of our senses. Jesus was touched during his life and touched many people, even people that the world would not touch. As we finish out the Advent season, may we think of the times that Jesus touched us and be inspired to reach out to touch others.

Wednesday Dec 18, 2024
Cut for Time: Do You Taste What I Taste?
Wednesday Dec 18, 2024
Wednesday Dec 18, 2024
The panel is back to discuss another one of our senses as it relates to Advent and Christmas. One of the most amazing parts of this season is the special meals and treats we get to enjoy along with the special people around us. We hope you enjoy all these stories. What treat lets you know that the season is truly here?
Guests on the Podcast:
Rev. Stephanie Schneider: Village Baptist & First Baptist, Glens Falls & Ft. Edward, NY
Rev. Peggy Hanson: Madison UMC, Madison SD
Rev. Teresa Whetsel: Flame of Faith UMC, West Fargo, ND
Beata Ferris: Discipleship Coordinator at Pierre First UMC, Pierre, SD
Eric Stearns: Lay Leader at Canton UMC, Canton, SD

Sunday Dec 15, 2024
Sunday Message: Do You Taste What I Taste?
Sunday Dec 15, 2024
Sunday Dec 15, 2024
Scripture: Psalm 34:1-10
Series: Experiencing Christmas
Thus far in our journey through the senses, we have noted how the sights and the sounds of the season point us to Jesus. But this is also a season that features special meals and treats that convey deep memories for us. How can the things we eat and enjoy this season help us to "taste and see that God is good?"