Pastor Will Shewey, Shades of Grace United Methodist Church Mark 2:23 – Jesus Forgives and Heals a Paralyzed Man Mark 3:6 – Then the Pharisees went out and began to plot with the Herodians how they might kill Jesus. Link to YouTube Video – From Pastor Will Shewey I heard a report that 1 out of 4 children in Tennessee are food insecure! It’s just not only homeless folk whom…Keep Reading

The crow was desperately calling for help. He had gotten in trouble over his head. In an attempt to rob a bird’s nest he discovered the power of unity. The Robin sent out a cry of distress, and every bird in the area responded without hesitation. They zoomed in and out, pecking and clawing, chasing the enemy away from his destructive plan. Jesus taught us that when we think about…Keep Reading

“Then God looked over all that he had made, and he saw that it was very good.” Genesis 1:31 Duke and I stepped out into the dark this morning. Neighborhood Watch saw us right away. There were two of them, and they wanted to know “who” we were. The Hoot Owls brought an early morning smile, and all I could think was, What a wonderful world. I haven’t heard a…Keep Reading

“Even the sparrow has found a home, and the swallow a nest for herself, where she may have her young– a place near your altar, LORD Almighty, my King and my God.” Psalm 84:3 We had a bluebird house that was visited each year by the little family wearing royal blue jackets and red-brown shirts. I came home one day and Pat told me that she had been watching the…Keep Reading

“Even the sparrow has found a home, and the swallow a nest for herself, where she may have her young– a place near your altar, LORD Almighty, my King and my God.” Psalm 84:3 We had a bluebird house that was visited each year by the little family wearing royal blue jackets and red-brown shirts. I came home one day and Pat told me that she had been watching the…Keep Reading

“In the midst of my confusion, In the time of desperate need, When I am thinking not too clearly, A gentle voice does intercede. ‘Slow down, slow down, be still. Be still and wait, on the Spirit of the Lord. Slow down and hear His voice, And know that He is God.” One of the traits of Jesus was the steady pace of His life. It is not recorded that…Keep Reading

“Things hoped for” Hebrews 11:1 The lady spoke of the rift that was robbing her family. She had exhausted her efforts to get them to love and come together. Her heart was broken because she suffered loneliness and lost joy. She said, “All I can do is pray and wish.” “Pray and wish,” those were the words of a longing heart. A prayer and a wish are two different things,…Keep Reading

Pastor Will Shewey, Shades of Grace United Methodist Church John 3:1-8 Link to YouTube Video – Pentecost From Pastor Will Shewey Ten years ago, this beautiful building sat empty and laden with dust. The windows were covered with brown paper. It has become a sacred meeting place affectionately known as God‘s Living Room. In just a few days, I will be reappointed by our bishop of the United Methodist Church…Keep Reading

“We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields.” Some have the idea that it is no longer possible to love both God and Country. My love for God has never in the smallest way been hindered because I love my homeland. The cross is no less an emblem of God’s love because I…Keep Reading

I don’t know how great actors get discovered. I had my chance once, but the talent scouts must have been somewhere else. It was our sixth grade class play. I played the character of a hillbilly. As the song says, “All I had to do was act naturally.” I made a mustache from a piece of fodder twine, and dyed it black with shoe polish. I can even remember my…Keep Reading

But Moses said to God, “Who am I that I should go…” Exodus 3:12 Sometimes I get asked the “Why” question. It can be the most difficult of all to answer. When I was a young pastor I thought that I was expected to answer it. It didn’t take long to realize that most of those questions were unanswerable. Sharing my struggle with an older pastor friend; he gave me…Keep Reading

I don’t know why I tried hunting, but I’m sure about why I never tried it again. It was many years ago when I went with a good friend. I told Pat that I should be home around midnight. We soon headed down the road in a truck. Mable, the coon dog, was in the back. When we started climbing the mountain, it didn’t take long to realize that I…Keep Reading