The Sparta Spirit
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The Sparta Spirit.
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Dan and Joanne recorded a couple of patriotic songs for our enjoyment. You will find them under "Latest Duets" on our website's music page.
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SURVEY for In-Person Return
Tentatively, we will worship in person on Sunday, July 12.
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When we return to in-person worship, for a time we will not have Sunday School, choir, or practice to adhere to social distancing guidelines, but we will continue with the ONLINE Wednesday evening Bible study.
Our Father's World
Loving God, we thank you — the true Father of our country — for the blessings of this land and the gifts of cultures around the world. Prompt us to strive for justice for all, at home and abroad. Remind us, in the words of the hymn, that “this is our Father's world” and that your goodness prevails. Amid tragedies and conflicts, guard us against despair. Help us focus on the kindness evident daily: from generous neighbors to conscientious public servants (because most are). On Independence Day and every day, “O let [us] ne’er forget that though the wrong seems oft so strong, God is the Ruler yet.” Amen.
—Sandy Hyland
Spirit's Word
Spirit's Touch
King of the nations, thank you for the freedoms we enjoy. Empower us to work for basic freedoms for all people worldwide. Amen.
“If you want to touch the past, touch a rock. If you want to touch the present, touch a flower. If you want to touch the future, touch a life.”
—Author unknown
Fluency [in prayer] is a questionable endowment, especially when it is not accompanied with the weight of thought and depth of feeling. Some [people] pray by the yard, but true prayer is measured by weight, not by length. A single groan before God may have more fullness of prayer in it than a fine oration of great length.
—Charles Spurgeon
Upcoming Events
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