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Knowing Who We Are - June 21, 2026
π Scripture: Genesis 1:1-7; Romans 1:18-25; Ephesians 5:6-8 π Message: Knowing Who We Are β Rev. Romy Velasco Our world is filled with competing voices telling us who we should be, how we should act, and where we should find our worth. This Sunday, we explore the foundational truth of our identity. Beginning with the creation account in Genesis, we are reminded that our lives are intentionally designed by a loving God. True self-understanding does not come from looking inwa

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Growing Up In Faith - June 14, 2026
π Scriptures: 2 Peter 3:18; Colossians 2:6-7; 2 Thessalonians 1:3 π Message: Growing Up In Faith β Rev. Romy Velasco A healthy faith is never static. Just like living organisms in the physical world, our spiritual lives are designed by God to progress, mature, and expand. This week, we examine several New Testament letters that challenge believers to move past spiritual infancy. We look at Peter's final instruction to grow in grace and knowledge, alongside Paul's encouragem

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Jun 82 min read
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The Mission - June 7, 2026
π Scriptures: Matthew 4:8-11; John 6:38 π Message: The Mission β Rev. Romy Velasco Every great endeavor requires a clear sense of purpose, but no mission in history carries the weight and eternal significance of the one undertaken by Jesus Christ. This week, we examine the laser-focus of Jesusβs ministry. In the Gospel of Matthew, we witness the enemy offering Jesus all the kingdoms of the world if He would only compromise. Jesusβs immediate refusal demonstrates that His mi

Green Camp UMC
Jun 22 min read
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The Church and It's Eternal Ramifications - May 31, 2026
π Scriptures: Acts 2:1-8; Matthew 10:28-30; Matthew 16:24-26 π Message: The Church and Its Eternal Ramifications β Rev. Romy Velasco When the Holy Spirit fell upon the early believers in Jerusalem, it wasn't just a temporary marvel for those in attendance; it was the launching of an institution with eternal consequences. The Church was designed to be a living, breathing embassy of God's Kingdom on earth. This week, we examine how the gathering of believers carries a weight

Green Camp UMC
May 262 min read
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A Day to Remember - May 24, 2026
π Scriptures: Luke 24:50-52; Acts 1:1-11 π Message: A Day To Remember β Rev. Romy Velasco Memorial Day weekend is a sacred time in our nation to remember and honor those who gave everything in service to others. Memory is a powerful gift; it tethers us to foundational truths and shapes how we live in the present. This Sunday, we look at a profound moment of transition and memory for the disciples: the day Jesus ascended into heaven. Rev. Romy Velasco will lead us through th

Green Camp UMC
May 182 min read
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Is There Really Life Hereafter? - May 17, 2026
π Scriptures: Genesis 2:15-17; 1 Thessalonians 2:13-14; 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 π Message: Is There Really Life Hereafter? β Rev. Romy Velasco The concept of eternity often feels like a mystery, yet it is a central pillar of the Christian faith. This week, we go back to the beginning in Genesis to understand Godβs original intent for humanity and life. We will examine how the entrance of mortality changed our world, but more importantly, how Godβs Word provides a bridge back

Green Camp UMC
May 112 min read
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The Persistent Mother - May 10, 2026
π Scriptures: Matthew 15:25-28 π Message: The Persistent Mother β Rev. Romy Velasco This Motherβs Day, we turn our hearts to a powerful encounter in the Gospel of Matthew. We find a mother whose daughter is suffering greatly, leading her to approach Jesus with a persistence that refuses to be ignored. Her story is a testament to the lengths a motherβs love will go and the profound depth of faith that moves the heart of God. Rev. Romy Velasco will explore how this womanβs hu

Green Camp UMC
May 62 min read
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In God's Own Timing - May 3, 2026
π Scriptures: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8; 2nd Corinthians 6:1-10 π Message: In God's Own Timing β Rev. Romy Velasco The book of Ecclesiastes famously reminds us that for everything there is a seasonβa time to weep and a time to laugh, a time to keep and a time to throw away. This ancient wisdom suggests that life is not a series of random events, but a rhythmic journey overseen by a sovereign Creator. Understanding this rhythm is key to finding contentment in a world that often dem

Green Camp UMC
Apr 302 min read
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The Holy Spirit Power - April 26, 2026
π Scriptures: Acts 2:1-21 π Message: The Holy Spirit Power β Rev. Romy Velasco The day of Pentecost stands as one of the most pivotal moments in the history of the faith. In Acts chapter two, we find the followers of Jesus gathered in one place when the atmosphere suddenly changed. With the sound of a rushing wind and the appearance of tongues of fire, the Holy Spirit was poured out, marking the birth of the Church as a dynamic, empowered body. In our modern context, the po

Green Camp UMC
Apr 201 min read
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Where Is Jesus After Resurrection (Part 2) - April 19, 2026
π Scriptures: Matthew 28:20; Luke 22:69; Mark 16:19; Colossians 3:1-4 π Message: Where is Jesus After Resurrection? (Part 2) β Rev. Romy Velasco In the conclusion of our two-part series, we turn our attention to the Ascension of Jesus. While the disciples watched Him depart into the clouds, the scriptures clarify that this was not a "goodbye" but a promotion to His rightful throne. As Mark and Luke record, Jesus took His seat at the right hand of Godβa position of ultimat

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Apr 132 min read
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Where Is Jesus After Resurrection - April 12, 2026
π Scriptures: Acts 1:3-14; Luke 23:39-43 π Message: Where is Jesus After Resurrection (Part 1) β Rev. Romy Velasco The resurrection was not the end of the story; it was a powerful new beginning. In the book of Acts, we read that Jesus spent forty days with His disciples, providing "many proofs" that He was alive and speaking to them about the Kingdom of God. This period was essential for the disciples to move from grief and confusion into a place of bold faith. Rev. Romy Ve

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Apr 62 min read
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The Resurrection Power - April 5, 2026
π Scriptures: John 11:1β27; John 20:1β18 π Message: βThe Resurrection Powerβ β Rev. Romy Velasco Easter Sunday is the celebration of the greatest victory in history β the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It is a day filled with hope, joy, and the promise of new life. In John 11:1β27, Jesus declares, βI am the resurrection and the life,β as He raises Lazarus, revealing His authority even over death. In John 20:1β18, we witness the empty tomb and the risen Christ appearing to

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Mar 301 min read
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The Power of Rising Up for Jesus - Easter Sunrise Service - April 5, 2026
π Scripture: Matthew 27:52β53 π Message: βThe Power of Rising Up for Jesusβ β Rev. Romy Velasco Easter morning begins with hope, light, and the celebration of new life in Christ. As the sun rises, we are reminded of the resurrection β the moment that changed everything. In Matthew 27:52β53, we see a powerful sign of that victory: even the graves are opened, and life is restored. This passage points to the far-reaching impact of Jesusβ resurrection β a power that brings re

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Mar 301 min read
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The Transforming Power of the Nail - Good Friday Service - April 3, 2026
π Scriptures: Luke 23:31β34; Colossians 2:13β15 π Message: βThe Transforming Power of the Nailβ β Rev. Romy Velasco Good Friday is a solemn reminder of the cost of redemption and the depth of Godβs love for the world. As Jesus is led to the cross in Luke 23:31β34, He speaks words of forgiveness even in the midst of suffering β revealing a grace that extends beyond human understanding. Colossians 2:13β15 proclaims the meaning of that sacrifice: through the cross, the recor

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Mar 301 min read
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Jesus Arrives Today! - March 29, 2026
π Scripture: Mark 11:1β11 π Message: βJesus Arrives Today!β β Rev. Romy Velasco Palm Sunday begins Holy Week with celebration and anticipation. In Mark 11:1β11, Jesus enters Jerusalem riding on a colt, greeted by crowds who lay down cloaks and wave palm branches, shouting praises and declaring Him King. Yet this moment is filled with deeper meaning. While the crowds expect a political savior, Jesus comes in humility, bringing a kingdom defined not by power, but by peace,

Green Camp UMC
Mar 241 min read
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The Light of the World - March 22, 2026
π Scriptures: John 8:12; Matthew 5:14β16 π Message: βThe Light of the Worldβ β Rev. Romy Velasco Light is one of the most powerful images used throughout Scripture. It represents truth, guidance, hope, and the presence of God. In John 8:12, Jesus boldly declares, βI am the light of the world,β promising that those who follow Him will not walk in darkness but will have the light of life. In Matthew 5:14β16, Jesus extends this calling to His followers, encouraging them to l

Green Camp UMC
Mar 161 min read
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Passing the Blessing - March 15, 2026
π Scriptures: 1 Samuel 1:21β28; Genesis 27:25β29; Genesis 17:1β7 π Message: βPassing the Blessingβ β Rev. Romy Velasco Throughout the Bible, blessings are more than kind words β they represent Godβs promises, faithfulness, and covenant passed from one generation to the next. In Genesis 17:1β7, God establishes a covenant with Abraham that extends beyond his lifetime to future generations. Genesis 27:25β29 reflects the powerful tradition of parental blessing, while 1 Samuel

Green Camp UMC
Mar 91 min read
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Knowing Each Other in Heaven - March 8, 2026
π Scriptures: Matthew 22:23β30; Luke 24:37β39; Philippians 3:20 π Message: βKnowing Each Other In Heavenβ β Rev. Romy Velasco Questions about heaven often stir both curiosity and comfort. What will eternal life be like? Will we recognize those we love? Scripture offers glimpses that both ground us and lift our hope. In Matthew 22:23β30, Jesus speaks about the resurrection, revealing that life in heaven is different from life on earth, yet still real and meaningful. In Luk

Green Camp UMC
Mar 31 min read
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Living Sober-Minded - March 1, 2026
π Scriptures: Mark 11:12β21; Titus 2:6; 2 Chronicles 7:14 π Message: βLiving Sober-Mindedβ β Rev. Romy Velasco In a world full of noise, distraction, and competing priorities, Scripture calls us to a different way of living β one marked by clarity, discipline, and attentiveness to God. Mark 11:12β21 presents a striking moment in Jesusβ ministry, reminding us that outward appearances do not always reflect inward faithfulness. Titus 2:6 encourages believers toward self-cont

Green Camp UMC
Feb 231 min read
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The Prayer of Jesus at the Garden of Gethsemane - February 22, 2026
π Scripture: Matthew 26:36β46 π Message: βThe Prayer of Jesus at the Garden of Gethsemaneβ β Rev. Romy Velasco As Jesus enters the Garden of Gethsemane, the weight of what lies ahead becomes clear. In Matthew 26:36β46, we see Him turn to the Father in deep prayer β expressing sorrow, asking honestly for the cup to pass, and yet ultimately surrendering to Godβs will. This powerful moment reveals both the humanity of Christ and His unwavering obedience. His prayer is not de

Green Camp UMC
Feb 181 min read
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