By the Rev. Dr. Larry Ruby for June 28, 2020Text: Acts 10 ·I grew up in a world filled with prejudice, inequality and injustice. I wish I could say those days are over, but the daily news makes it pretty clear that some people have more freedom than others. I want to believe we’re getting better...Read More
By the Rev. Dr. Larry Ruby for June 21, 2020Text: Luke 15:11-32Happy Father’s Day! Today is a double celebration because we are able to return to in-person worship! If you were unable to join us this morning, here is my message for the day.On this Father’s Day, the parable of the Prodigal Son (or the...Read More
By the Rev. Dr. Larry Ruby for June 14, 2020Text: Joel 2:28-29; Ephesians 5:15-20Do you feel like you aren’t in control? I sure do! Our world is pretty chaotic at the moment as we deal with a worldwide pandemic and moves to address the pandemic of racism. We all know that God is in control,...Read More
by Rev. Dr. Larry Ruby for June 7, 2020 Text: Isaiah 58:1-10; Micah 6:8 Dear JUPC Family, Is your heart aching? Mine is. Only a few days ago we celebrated the wonderful birthday of the church on Pentecost as the Spirit of God descended as a mighty wind and tongues of fire. This week we...Read More
