“All good gifts around us are sent from heaven above so thank the Lord, oh thank the Lord for all his love.” So sings the chorus of the song “All Good Gifts” by Stephen Schwartz composed for the musical Godspell. In this sermon series, titled “Giving Thanks,” we will explore the different gifts that God has given to us through our ministries with children, youth, young adults, adults and our wider community. Jesus speaks to us all in Luke 12:48 when he says, “From everyone to whom much has been given, much will be required.” As we gather with friends and family for our Thanksgiving celebrations with grateful hearts, we will explore how we are invited to give so the ministry of Jesus Christ may continue! Rev. Dr. Rodger Nishioka preaches this series.

Oct. 22	Giving Thanks for Children
Oct. 29	Giving Thanks for Young People
Nov. 5	Giving Thanks for Young Adults
Nov. 12	Being Salt and Light
Nov. 19	Giving Thanks for All God's Good Gifts

Giving Thanks for All God's Good Gifts
​Nov. 19, 2023 - Rev. Dr. Rodger Nishioka

Rev. Dr. Rodger Nishioka concludes his sermon series “Giving Thanks” with “Giving Thanks for All God’s Good Gifts” on Commitment Sunday. Our scripture reading is Psalm 138. ​
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On Being Salt and Light
​Nov. 12, 2023 - Rev. Dr. Rodger Nishioka

Rev. Dr. Rodger Nishioka  preaches about what it means to be salt and light. Jesus talks about you and me and says, "You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the world." Rodger tells us more about how Christ is calling us to be salt and light for the whole world every day. Our scripture reading is Matthew 5:13-16​​.
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Giving Thanks for Young Adults
​Nov. 5, 2023 - Rev. Dr. Rodger Nishioka

Rev. Dr. Rodger Nishioka explores the different gifts that God has given to us through our Young Adult Ministry. Our scripture reading is Matthew 19:16-22​​.
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Giving Thanks for Young People
​Oct. 29, 2023 - Rev. Dr. Rodger Nishioka

Rev. Dr. Rodger Nishioka explores the different gifts that God has given to us through our ministries with young people. Our scripture reading is Luke 2:41-52​​.
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Giving Thanks for Children 
​Oct. 22, 2023 - Rev. Dr. Rodger Nishioka

Rev. Dr. Rodger Nishioka explores the different gifts that God has given to us through our ministries with children and families. Our scripture reading is Mark 10:13-16​.
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