Strange as it may sound (since I’m the preacher), I so thoroughly enjoyed worship last Sunday. I think we had a good service, and I hope you felt uplifted too.

Each Sunday night before bed, I usually check the online recording to see how everything turned out—especially the music. Last Sunday, I went to bed a little discouraged. Not because of the music (our choir sounded beautiful!) but because of what the camera showed.

Here’s the problem: most of us sit toward the back on the left side, so the camera’s wide shot makes it look like we’re preaching to empty pews. When we have 60 or 70 people in worship, the camera makes it look like 15 or 20. If I were a first-time viewer online, I’d probably think, “small and dying”—or worse, “small and dead.”

So, I’ve asked our amazing tech guy, Jason, and his helpers to adjust the camera angles. From now on, the view will focus only on the first few pews and the heart of the action. No more sweeping shots of what I’ve come to call “the wasteland.” Our online service will feel more intimate and better reflect the warmth and spirit we all experience together in the sanctuary.

Be sure to check it out this Sunday and see the difference for yourself!

Pastor’s Class

Some things we were taught may not be true.

Join us at 9:45 AM, followed by breakfast at 10:30 AM.

It’s a “We-bring Sunday”—feel free to bring something to share!

This Sunday

Mary will be back, our choir will sing, and we’re hopeful that some of our missing friends will feel well enough to return.

Sermon: It Is One or the Other

Scripture: Luke 6:27–36

I’ll be looking for you this Sunday.

God bless,

Max