📖 Scriptures:  1 Samuel 1:21–28; Genesis 27:25–29; Genesis 17:1–7 🎙 Message:  “Passing the Blessing” – Rev. Romy Velasco Throughout the Bible, blessings are more than kind words — they represent God’s promises, faithfulness, and covenant passed from one generation to the next. In Genesis 17:1–7, God establishes a covenant with Abraham that extends beyond his lifetime to future generations. Genesis 27:25–29 reflects the powerful tradition of parental blessing, while 1 Samuel

📖 Scriptures:  Matthew 22:23–30; Luke 24:37–39; Philippians 3:20 🎙 Message:  “Knowing Each Other In Heaven” – 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 22:23–30, Jesus speaks about the resurrection, revealing that life in heaven is different from life on earth, yet still real and meaningful. In Luk

📖 Scriptures:  Mark 11:12–21; Titus 2:6; 2 Chronicles 7:14 🎙 Message:  “Living Sober-Minded” – Rev. Romy Velasco In a world full of noise, distraction, and competing priorities, Scripture calls us to a different way of living — one marked by clarity, discipline, and attentiveness to God. Mark 11:12–21 presents a striking moment in Jesus’ ministry, reminding us that outward appearances do not always reflect inward faithfulness. Titus 2:6 encourages believers toward self-cont

📖 Scripture:  Matthew 26:36–46 🎙 Message:  “The Prayer of Jesus at the Garden of Gethsemane” – Rev. Romy Velasco As Jesus enters the Garden of Gethsemane, the weight of what lies ahead becomes clear. In Matthew 26:36–46, we see Him turn to the Father in deep prayer — expressing sorrow, asking honestly for the cup to pass, and yet ultimately surrendering to God’s will. This powerful moment reveals both the humanity of Christ and His unwavering obedience. His prayer is not de

📖 Scriptures:  2 Corinthians 5:20; Genesis 3:19 🎙 Message:  “Dust to Dust” – Rev. Romy Velasco Ash Wednesday begins the season of Lent with a solemn and meaningful reminder of our humanity and our need for God’s grace. The words spoken on this day — “Remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return” — call us to humility, reflection, and repentance. In Genesis 3:19, we are reminded of our mortality. Yet in 2 Corinthians 5:20 and 6:2, we hear a powerful invitation: “

📖 Scripture:  Luke 10:25–37 🎙 Message:  “The Parable of the Good Samaritan” – Rev. Romy Velasco In Luke 10, a lawyer asks Jesus a profound question: “Who is my neighbor?” Rather than offering a simple definition, Jesus tells a story that turns expectations upside down. The parable of the Good Samaritan reveals that neighborly love crosses boundaries of ethnicity, status, and comfort. While others pass by, the Samaritan stops, sees, and acts with compassion. His mercy become

📖 Scripture:  Luke 16:19–31 🎙 Message:  “The Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus” – Rev. Romy Velasco In Luke 16, Jesus tells a parable that confronts listeners with the stark contrast between wealth and poverty, comfort and suffering, attention and neglect. The story of the Rich Man and Lazarus is not simply about possessions, but about awareness, responsibility, and compassion. The rich man fails to notice Lazarus at his gate, revealing how easily comfort can dull our sen

📖 Scriptures:  Matthew 13:44, 53–57 🎙 Message:  “The Parable of the Hidden Treasure” – Rev. Romy Velasco In Matthew 13, Jesus uses simple images to reveal profound truths about the kingdom of heaven. The parable of the hidden treasure speaks of a discovery so valuable that it reorders priorities and reshapes a person’s entire life. Alongside this parable, verses 53–57 remind us that Jesus’ teaching was sometimes met with familiarity and resistance. Together, these passages

📖 Scripture:  Matthew 25:1–13 🎙 Message:  “The Parable of the Ten Virgins” – Rev. Romy Velasco In Matthew 25, Jesus tells a parable about waiting — waiting that requires wisdom, preparation, and faithfulness. The story of the Ten Virgins reminds us that following Christ is not about last-minute readiness, but about a life shaped by trust and obedience. As the wedding procession is delayed, some are prepared and others are not. The parable calls listeners to examine how they

📖 Scriptures:  Isaiah 7:14; Micah 5:2; Matthew 16:27; Revelation 1:7 🎙 Message:  “The First and Second Coming of Christ” – Rev. Romy Velasco From the prophets of the Old Testament to the final visions of Revelation, Scripture tells one unfolding story — God’s promise to come near and to make all things new. Isaiah and Micah speak centuries before Jesus’ birth, foretelling a Savior who would be born of a virgin and come from Bethlehem. In the Gospels and the book of Revelati

📖 Scriptures:  Matthew 3:13–17; Colossians 1:15–20 🎙 Message:  Baptism of the Lord – Rev. Romy Velasco The Baptism of the Lord celebrates a defining moment in the life of Jesus and in the story of salvation. As Jesus steps into the waters of the Jordan, heaven opens, the Spirit descends, and God’s voice declares Jesus as the beloved Son. Matthew 3:13–17 shows us Jesus’ humility and obedience as he is baptized by John, fully embracing his mission. Colossians 1:15–20 expands

📖 Scripture:  Matthew 2:1–12 🎙 Message:  “The Wise Men” – Rev. Romy Velasco Epiphany Sunday celebrates the revealing of Jesus Christ to the world. In Matthew 2, the Magi — often called the Wise Men — follow a star, trusting that God is guiding them toward something greater than they can fully understand. Their journey is marked by persistence, courage, and faith. They travel far, ask hard questions, and refuse to stop seeking until they encounter the Christ child. When they

📖 Scriptures: Luke 1:18, 26–30; Matthew 1:20 🎙 Message: “All Fear Is Gone” – Rev. Romy Velasco As the Christmas season continues, Scripture reminds us that the coming of Christ is also the coming of courage, peace, and trust in God’s promises. Again and again in the birth narrative of Jesus, God meets human fear with divine reassurance. In Luke 1 , both Zechariah and Mary encounter the unexpected work of God — and with it, uncertainty and fear. In Matthew 1:20 , Joseph is r

📖 Scripture: John 12:35–37 🎙 Message: “The Light of the World” – Rev. Romy Velasco Christmas Eve is a sacred night — a time when the Church gathers to proclaim that the light of Christ has come into the world. In John 12:35–37 , Jesus urges His followers to walk in the light and to believe, so that they may become children of the light. In this Christmas Eve message, “The Light of the World,”   Pastor Romy Velasco  will reflect on how Christ’s light continues to shine today

📖 Scriptures: 1 John 4:9–10; Ephesians 3:17; Romans 8:38–39 🎙 Message: “Peace, Love, and Children” – Rev. Romy Velasco This Sunday, we gather for a meaningful and joyful Advent worship service centered on the theme Peace, Love, and Children . As Christmas approaches, we are reminded that God revealed His love to the world through the gift of His Son — a child born to bring peace and salvation to all. In 1 John 4:9–10 , we are reminded that love begins with God, who sent His

📖 Scriptures: John 14:27; Philippians 4:4–9; Matthew 5:9 🎙 Message: “Peace” – Rev. Romy Velasco This Sunday, we reflect on the Advent theme of Peace  — not simply the absence of conflict, but the deep, steady peace that comes from Christ Himself. In John 14:27 , Jesus reassures His disciples with the promise of His peace, a peace unlike anything the world can offer. In Philippians 4:4–9 , Paul teaches us how to live in that peace: by praying, rejoicing, giving thanks, and f

📖 Scriptures: Luke 2:10–12; Philippians 1:12–26 🎙 Message: “Great Joy” – Rev. Romy Velasco This Sunday, we continue our Advent journey by reflecting on the theme of Great Joy  — the kind of joy that transforms us from the inside out. In Luke 2:10–12 , the angels announce the birth of Jesus as “good news of great joy for all people.”  This joy is not temporary or fragile; it is rooted in the arrival of the Savior. In Philippians 1:12–26 , we see the Apostle Paul living out t

📖 Scriptures: Matthew 24:36–44; Isaiah 9:6–7 🎙 Message: “Anticipation” – Rev. Romy Velasco The season of Advent begins this Sunday at Green Camp United Methodist Church , inviting us into a time of watching, waiting, and preparing. Advent calls us to hold two truths together: Christ has come — and Christ will come again. In this week’s message, “Anticipation,” Pastor Romy Velasco  will guide us through Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 24 , reminding us to stay awake, stay faithf

🗓 Wednesday, November 26, 2025 - 7 PM 📖 Scriptures: Romans 8:12–18, 31; 1 Corinthians 12:1–14 🎙 Message: “Why Give Thanks?” – Rev. Romy Velasco Before we gather around Thanksgiving tables, we invite you to join us for a special evening of worship and reflection at Green Camp United Methodist Church . Our Thanksgiving Eve service offers a quiet, sacred pause — a chance to remember why gratitude is at the heart of the Christian life. In his message “Why Give Thanks?”   Pasto

📖 Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1–9; Mark 1:16–20 🎙 Message: “Let Go, Let God” – Rev. Romy Velasco At times, the world around us feels chaotic — full of challenges, uncertainty, and spiritual struggle. In 2 Timothy 3:1–9 , Paul describes difficult days that test our faith and resilience. Yet in Mark 1:16–20 , Jesus offers a different way: a simple but life-changing invitation to follow Him. This Sunday at Green Camp United Methodist Church , Pastor Romy Velasco  will bring a messa