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Spread Hope
The light of Jesus shines in the darkness and there is no amount of darkness that can overcome it.

Pastor Gary Rideout
Aug 14, 20203 min read


Created for Change
Change is always a constant in our lives. Thankfully, God’s grace at work around us is also a constant.
Pastor Jayne Rideout
Aug 7, 20202 min read


Getting to Know You
So, beginning Sunday August 16, we would like to invite you to a “Virtual Lunch with the Pastors.”

Pastor Gary Rideout
Jul 31, 20202 min read


Youth Ministry
Much of the conversation around town this week has around when and how the public schools in Hillsborough County will open due to...
charissejones0
Jul 24, 20201 min read


You Have Influence
We believe that EVERYONE is a leader because we all have influence ...
charissejones0
Jul 17, 20202 min read


We Want to Hear From You!
We want to hear from you! During the month of July, we will begin planning out sermon topics for the next six months. Since we are new...
charissejones0
Jul 10, 20201 min read


New Pastors and Reopening Update
Our new pastors Gary & Jayne Rideout share some heartfelt thoughts and give an update on the reopening of our campus.
charissejones0
Jul 3, 20201 min read


Waiting
Are you tired of waiting for either a vaccine or for COVID-19 to just go away? I am. Are you tired of waiting to be released from...
charissejones0
Jun 26, 20202 min read


Beloved
I pray that you find rest under the protection of God and seek strength there. It has been an honor to serve you at this time.
charissejones0
Jun 19, 20203 min read


To Be Clear
The transformed life that does justice, embraces faithful love and walks humbly with God is the enemy of racism.
charissejones0
Jun 12, 20202 min read


We Are the Church
After getting right with God these early believers fell in love with each other.
charissejones0
Jun 5, 20202 min read


Pentecost Power
Many of you know that I have a pre-ministry history with automobile racing. At I.V.’s Tire Shop in Tampa we made racing recaps for both...
charissejones0
May 29, 20202 min read


Road to Reopening
There are many things to be considered, such as wearing masks; seating arrangements; removal from the pews of hymnals, Bibles, connect cards
charissejones0
May 22, 20202 min read


The Way
Over the past six weeks we have heard the message again and again to follow social distancing, wash our hands regularly, wear a mask if...
charissejones0
May 15, 20202 min read


Mom's Hands
An author, whose name is unknown to me, likened motherhood to a crazy quilt and called it “Love’s Masterpiece.”
charissejones0
May 8, 20202 min read


Standing on the Shoulders of Giants
The truth is that we all need to be reminded that sometimes things do not work out the way we had hoped.
charissejones0
May 1, 20205 min read


Spiritual Warfare
The weapon we have is love. It is the only weapon needed to defeat the enemy of the Church.
charissejones0
Apr 24, 20202 min read


Resurrection and Rebirth
The resurrection of Jesus shows the human story does not end with the finality of death, but continues with everlasting life in Jesus.
charissejones0
Apr 17, 20205 min read


What's Good About Good Friday
All things do work together for good for the ones who love God, but sometime the good is not immediately visible.
charissejones0
Apr 10, 20202 min read


God's Got This
It is an understatement to say that life as we know it has been drastically changed. In a very short time, the old normal has become the...
charissejones0
Apr 3, 20202 min read
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