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As we move through the week, we’re reminded that life can bring moments of joy, moments of challenge, and everything in between. But no matter what we face, God’s love remains constant: patient, kind, and unfailing, just as we were reminded in 1 Corinthians 13. Today, we invite you to pause and look for God’s love at work in your life. Finish the sentence: ✨ “Today I thank God for _____.” ✨ Your gratitude—big or small—helps us see how God continues to move, sustain, and love us deeply. Share below so we can celebrate God’s goodness together!
We know that some weeks feel light and easy… and other weeks feel heavy and overwhelming. No matter what your week has looked like so far, we hold tight to the truth from 1 Corinthians 13 — that God’s love endures all things, hopes all things, and never fails. As we reach the middle of the week, we want to check in with you. Which do you need more of right now? 💚 Peace 💛 Encouragement 💙 Patience ❤️ Strength Comment your color, and know we’re praying for you. God’s love meets you exactly where you are. 🤍🙏
🎄✨ You’re Invited to Our Christmas Musical: Carol of the Toys! ✨🎄 St. Stephen UMC is excited to present Carol of the Toys, a heartwarming holiday musical by Semsen Music where forgotten toys come to life and discover the true meaning of giving, friendship, and love. This joyful performance features our Youth & Young Disciples, along with youth from First UMC Mesquite. It’s a beautiful way to celebrate the season and support our young performers! 📅 December 6 🕕 6:00 PM 📍 St. Stephen UMC 🎟 Admission is free — a love offering will be gladly accepted. Come enjoy an evening of music, story, and Christmas cheer for the whole family! 🌟🎁🎶
This week, our church gathered for our Annual Love Feast—one of the most meaningful services of our year. ❤️ A Love Feast is a special time of worship focused on fellowship, unity, and sharing God’s love with one another. It’s not a sacrament, but a simple, beautiful tradition where we reflect on God’s love and our call to love others. Our youth planned and led the entire service, grounding it in 1 Corinthians 13:1–13, reminding us that love is patient, kind, and the greatest gift we can give. They also guided a thoughtful homily Q&A with our pastor, exploring what love truly means and how God’s love continues to shape and transform our world today. We are so proud of our youth for their leadership, insight, and the heartfelt way they shared God’s message of love with our congregation. Love never fails.
Hi St. Stephen family, This Sunday at 10:50 am, we’re gathering for our Love Feast—a special time of worship centered on God’s amazing love. We’ll hear from our youth and explore what it means to be fully known and deeply loved by God. Through scripture, conversation, and shared table fellowship, we’ll remember that everyone has a place at God’s table. Come as you are and bring a friend and/or a family member. Let’s celebrate the love that binds us together. You are loved, Pastor Randall
World Kindness Day reminds us of what Jesus teaches in Luke 20, that we all share one loving God and one shared humanity. Kindness is how we practice remembering that truth. Every act of care is a way of saying: “We belong to one another.” ✨ Today, let kindness lead the way.
Midweek Check-In 🌿 In Luke 20:27-38, Jesus reminds us that we are all part of one family held in God’s love. None of us stand alone. Take a moment to Pause. Breathe. Trust that you belong. Then reflect: Where have you felt connected to someone this week? A conversation, a helping hand, a smile — even a small moment counts. Share (if you’d like) in the comments, or simply hold it in your heart today. All are welcome here!
God loves us all the same. We grow in faith together. 🌱 Young Disciples Time: A New World (November 9, 2025)
Today we honor our veterans and their families, giving thanks for their service and dedication. In Luke 20, Jesus responds to challenging questions with calm strength and steady truth. His words remind us that wisdom, courage, and faithfulness matter deeply in shaping the world around us. We see those same qualities reflected in our veterans — those who stepped forward to serve and to care for others. May God bless our veterans with peace and strength. We are grateful for you.
Happy STEAM/STEM Day! 🧪⚙️💡 In science, technology, engineering, art, and math, we know the value of experimenting, observing, and patiently waiting for results. In life, faith works in much the same way. Habakkuk reminds us: “The vision awaits its appointed time… it will surely come.” As we explore, create, and solve problems today, may we remember to trust God’s timing in our own lives—faith and discovery often take patience, step by step. #AwaitingTheVision #Habakkuk #FaithInTheWaiting #STEAMDay #STEMDay #UnitedMethodistChurch #ReconcilingUMC #MesquiteTX #FaithAndLearning #GodsTiming #CuriosityAndFaith #InclusiveChurch #CommunityOfFaith