Using the 17th chapter of John, Pastor Gary reminds us that, because God is not limited by time and space the prayers that we pray today will remain active beyond the end of our lives. Plus he reminds us that the prayers that Jesus prayed in John 17 are still in effect. Think about that.…
Rev. Gary reminds us that we are never alone. We are reminded that the Holy Spirit is always with us. Speaking of Memorial Day, he reminds us to remember, not only those who lost their lives in defense of our country, but to remember we are always accompanied by God’s Holy Spirit as we move…
Rev. Gary Kennedy shares from Acts 5:27-32
John 12:1-8, In this passage, Rev. Gary points out that Jesus is trying to teach His disciples the importance of the sacrifice He will soon give when he is crucified and resurrected so that they may live. This transition in his teaching is still confusing to them and when Mary anoints His feet with perfume,…
Rev. Gary Kennedy will retire from Willowbrook the end of June 2025. This video shows much of the celebration of his many years of ministry including ten years at Willowbrook. The church family presented him with gifts and accolades prior to many of them leaving for the summer. We are grateful Pastor Gary will be…
Isaiah 6:1-8 – Following the death of King Uziah, Isaiah sees a vision of God. Isaiah said, “Woe is me!” Rev. Gary asks, “What would you say?’ Then he restates the phrase he used in his introduction of the message referring to the song by Mercy Me. “I can only imagine!” As you reflect on…
God’s blessings seem to teach us life lessons over and over. Rev. Kennedy illustrates how the same blessings can be seen over and over through the generations.
Rev. Gary Kennedy shares interesting facts and some accepted speculation about the Wise Men who came to Jerusalem and then Bethlehem to find a new-born king. While there were three gifts, the wise men probably had a large entourage of people with supplies and servants for the long journey to follow the star. Even with…
In 2 Corinthians 9:5-12 in the New Living Translation we are reminded God loves a cheerful giver! On this final day of our Pledge Campaign we are reminded by Rev. Gary Kennedy that our gifts are to come from the heart. God does not want us to give grudgingly but joyfully. We are also praising…
Following a thankful tribute to the veterans in the service, we sang favorite songs celebrating each service branch. After this expression of gratitude, Rev. Gary Kennedy and Dr. Linda Reese presented a moving and challenging message on stewardship as we embark our month of GRATITUDE.