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In Our Relationship with God and Others
Come Gather at the River
Sugar River United Methodist Church is a new church start in Verona, Wisconsin.
We offer you worship that is authentic, passionate and meaningful; contemporary music that is high-energy and inspiring;
and help for the life challenges you face today, hope for a better tomorrow in Christ and a warm, friendly
place for you and your family to belong.
Join us for worship Sunday at 8:30 a.m or 10:15 a.m.. Every service features
a sermon that challenges the intellect and warms the heart, inspiring contemporary music, and a children’s message
followed by an innovative, multi-age children’s ministry. Between services enjoy coffee and bakery fellowship .
We are located at 130 N. Franklin Street in
Verona (the former Verona Public Library).
Sugar River's professionally staffed nursery is committed
to providing a safe, nurturing Christian environment for young children.
Click here to read Pastor Gary's Financial Principles
Letter and to access his financial planning and budgeting worksheets.
February 7th Worship Message:
When Christians Get It Wrong
When Christians Get It Right
Text: 1 John 4:11-21
This week we will let up on our self-criticism as a church. I pray we
have all learned more about how God would like us to live in a Christ-like, compassionate, humble, teachable,
and loving way. Today we will seek to recognize when the Christian church gets it right. We will explore the basic
teaching of Jesus and celebrate our life in faith. Welcome to Sugar River!
Sermon notes, Prayer Guide, and Growth Guide
February 14th Worship Preview:
A Celebration of Love: Lips and Hearts
Text: Romans 10:9-10
Don't miss this very exciting service of celebrating the love of God next
Sunday. We will seek to grow in our love for God and the important people in our life. Could your love for God and
others use a tune up? Please come gather at the River next Sunday and improve your love connections!
In Christ,
Pastor Gary
Lenten Series
Historically, the season of Lent is a time of repentance and an intentional practice of the
spiritual disciplines such as prayer, scripture reading, fasting, acts of compassion, and making room for the
grace of our Lord Jesus Christ to reign more fully in our lives. Here at Sugar River we hope to assist your
journey of Lent with meaning and blessing. The season begins on Ash Wednesday and concludes on Easter.
Each Wednesday, beginning February 24th, there will be a Lenten Luncheon from noon to 1PM, soup and sandwich provided.
The lunch will include food for the body and soul, as we share a short devotion. Please join us for a season of meaning and hope.
Ash Wednesday Service
Wednesday, February 17th 7 PM
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The Day of the Lord
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Joel 2:1-2, 12-17 |
This season of Lent will focus on "Our Unfolding Story" as we reflect upon the stories of those who encountered
Jesus in the Bible as well as stories from Sugar River folks.
The luncheon devotionals will be guided by a book by Richard Stearns, President of World Vision U.S. called
"The Hole in Our Gospel." Stearns book identified a change in his life that transformed his life and faith…maybe
it will do the same for us.
Sunday February 21
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First Sunday in Lent: Andrew's Story
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John 1:35-42
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Wednesday February 24
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"The Hole in Our Gospel."
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Sunday February 28
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Second Sunday in Lent: Bartimaeus' Story
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Mark 10:46-52
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Wednesday March 3
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"The Hole in Our Gospel."
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Sunday March 7
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Third Sunday in Lent: Mary and Martha's Story
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Luke 10:38-42
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Wednesday March 10
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The Hole Gets Deeper
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Sunday March 14
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Forth Sunday in Lent: The Rich Ruler's Story
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Luke 18:18-30
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Wednesday March 17
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A Hole in the World and Church
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Sunday March 21
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Fifth Sunday in Lent: Zacchaeus' Story
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Luke 19:1-10
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Wednesday March 24
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Repairing the Hole
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Holy Week
Palm Sunday:
Sunday March 28
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The Common People's Story
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Mark 12:35-37
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Maundy Thursday
Thursday April 1, 7 PM
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Tenebrae Service: Mary Magdalene's Story
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John 20:11-18
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Good Friday
Friday April 2, 1 PM
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Prayer Service: The Old Rugged Cross
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Easter Sunday
Sunday April 4
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Peter's Story
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John 21:15-19
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