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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.
March 7th Worship Message:
Our Unfolding Story: Mary and Martha
Text: Luke 10:38-42
If you are one that has little tolerance for those who seem to have time
to sit when there is work to be done, there may be a lesson for you this week. Why would Jesus tell Martha that
Mary has chosen the right thing to sit at Jesus feet? Take time this next Sunday to come and gather at the River...
and understand the importance of sitting at Jesus feet...it will give more direction and power to when you are busy again.
Download or listen to Pastor Gary's message
Sermon notes, Prayer Guide, and Growth Guide
March 14th Worship Preview:
Our Unfolding Story: The Rich Ruler
Text: Luke 18:18-30
Next week we will examine the story of the Rich Ruler from the Gospel
of Luke. This ruler was a faithful Jew. He attended to the rituals and practices of his faith...a good church goer.
Yet, Jesus saw in him a discontentedness. Jesus saw that all the exterior practices were not leading him to a deeper
relationship with God. The practices were only satisfying the law without fulfilling the need to nurture his
relationship with God. This is a challenging text that I pray you will examine this week, and join us for worship
next Sunday as we all seek to identify the gods in our lives that still rule over our relationship with the true God
who loves us.
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.
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 The World."
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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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The Hole in the World
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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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The Hole in the Church
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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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Wednesday March 30
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The Hole in the World
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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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