First United Church
of Christ
201 E. Chestnut St.
Sheffield, IL 61361
201 E. Chestnut St.
Sheffield, IL 61361
Worship: Sundays at 10:00am
Worship: Sundays at 10:00am
Wonder Kids
Elementary Youth Group K-5 Wednesdays 3:30-5:00pm
If you are interested in Sunday School classes for your children,
please contact Margaret DeVenney at margaret_devenney@yahoo.com.
If you are interested in Sunday School classes for your children,
please contact Margaret DeVenney at margaret_devenney@yahoo.com.
(815) 454-2786
(815) 454-2786
Coffee & Fellowship Following Worship
Coffee & Fellowship Following Worship
Community Coffee 8-10am on the first Saturday of each month with fresh baked cinnamon rolls
The First United Church of Christ Elementary Youth Group K-5!
The First United Church of Christ Elementary Youth Group K-5!
Wonder Kids Every Wednesdays 3:30-5:00pm (after bus drop off--Not on early dismissals.)
Wonder Kids Every Wednesdays 3:30-5:00pm (after bus drop off--Not on early dismissals.)
For all children K through 5th grade
For all children K through 5th grade
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Pastor Martin's last day was January 9. We are currently using guest ministers until we find an interim. Therefore, sermons have not been recorded. Please join us every Sunday during worship at 10:00am.
January 9, 2022 Rev Nussbaum's Last Day It is my last day in the pulpit. Join us for a talk about discerning the future with the three wisemen.
January 9, 2022 Rev Nussbaum's Last Day It is my last day in the pulpit. Join us for a talk about discerning the future with the three wisemen.
December 26, 2021 Jesus at the Temple Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ, Sheffield, IL talks about how even Jesus participated in church and why we still should be today.
December 26, 2021 Jesus at the Temple Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ, Sheffield, IL talks about how even Jesus participated in church and why we still should be today.
December 24, 2021 Christmas Eve Service Join First United Church of Christ in Sheffield, IL for their Lessons and Carols service.
December 24, 2021 Christmas Eve Service Join First United Church of Christ in Sheffield, IL for their Lessons and Carols service.
December 19, 2021 Love is a Verb Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about how God put love into action with the incarnation.
December 19, 2021 Love is a Verb Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about how God put love into action with the incarnation.
December 12, 2021 Joy vs Happiness Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ Sheffield, IL talks about the difference between joy and happiness and John the Baptist's challenge of repentance.
December 12, 2021 Joy vs Happiness Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ Sheffield, IL talks about the difference between joy and happiness and John the Baptist's challenge of repentance.
December 5, 2021 Like a Lotus in the Mud Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about finding love when you feel unloved at the holidays.
December 5, 2021 Like a Lotus in the Mud Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about finding love when you feel unloved at the holidays.
November 28, 2021 Preparing with Thanksgiving Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ talks about preparing for Christ's advent.
November 28, 2021 Preparing with Thanksgiving Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ talks about preparing for Christ's advent.
November 21, 2021 Christ the What? On one of two Sundays honoring a title of Jesus, Rev. Martin Nussbaum challenges us to think about the title most meaningful and transformative to us.
November 21, 2021 Christ the What? On one of two Sundays honoring a title of Jesus, Rev. Martin Nussbaum challenges us to think about the title most meaningful and transformative to us.
November 14, 2021 Flip the Script Why the apocalyptic scriptures are positive and uplifting! Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ Sheffield, IL talks about the little apocalypse and what hope it embodies.
November 14, 2021 Flip the Script Why the apocalyptic scriptures are positive and uplifting! Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ Sheffield, IL talks about the little apocalypse and what hope it embodies.
November 7, 2021 Like Sands Through the Hour Glass An All Saints' Day celebration talking about our place in the church with Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ, Sheffield, IL.
November 7, 2021 Like Sands Through the Hour Glass An All Saints' Day celebration talking about our place in the church with Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ, Sheffield, IL.
October 31, 2021 The Greatest Laws Jesus answers what the Greatest Laws of the Old Testament are and Rev. Martin Nussbaum explains why all religions agree on them and why we would be miserable if we forgot them.
October 31, 2021 The Greatest Laws Jesus answers what the Greatest Laws of the Old Testament are and Rev. Martin Nussbaum explains why all religions agree on them and why we would be miserable if we forgot them.
October 24, 2021 God's Possibilities God does not need winners to do great things. God can work with the losers as well.
October 24, 2021 God's Possibilities God does not need winners to do great things. God can work with the losers as well.
October 17, 2021 Present in Doubt & Grief Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about how doubt and grief are not signs of lack of faith, but being open to God's presence in sorrow.
October 17, 2021 Present in Doubt & Grief Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about how doubt and grief are not signs of lack of faith, but being open to God's presence in sorrow.
October 10, 2021 Life of St. Francis Jesus tells a rich man to give up all of his possessions. Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ in Sheffield, IL talks about the saint who did that.
October 10, 2021 Life of St. Francis Jesus tells a rich man to give up all of his possessions. Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ in Sheffield, IL talks about the saint who did that.
October 3, 2021 For Weal or Woe Rev. Martin Nussbaum of Sheffield, IL United Church of Christ talks about the righteousness of Job. Do we remain faithful to God in good times and bad?
October 3, 2021 For Weal or Woe Rev. Martin Nussbaum of Sheffield, IL United Church of Christ talks about the righteousness of Job. Do we remain faithful to God in good times and bad?
September 26, 2021 Queen Esther The Church is still Queen Esther according to Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ in Sheffield, IL. Who are you?
September 26, 2021 Queen Esther The Church is still Queen Esther according to Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ in Sheffield, IL. Who are you?
September 19, 2021 Passing to Our Children Churches are struggling and Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about how the future of the church is owned by younger generations.
September 19, 2021 Passing to Our Children Churches are struggling and Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about how the future of the church is owned by younger generations.
September 12, 2021 Finding Wisdom Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ, Sheffield, IL shares some pointers on discerning true from false.
September 12, 2021 Finding Wisdom Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ, Sheffield, IL shares some pointers on discerning true from false.
September 5, 2021 Jesus Changed His Mind There was only one time in scriptures that Jesus was bested in a debate. Find out who it was and what it means for us today. Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ, Sheffield, IL
September 5, 2021 Jesus Changed His Mind There was only one time in scriptures that Jesus was bested in a debate. Find out who it was and what it means for us today. Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ, Sheffield, IL
August 29, 2021 In or Out What is Christian Ethics? Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about how New Testament Ethics calls for a change of heart.
August 29, 2021 In or Out What is Christian Ethics? Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about how New Testament Ethics calls for a change of heart.
August 22, 2021 The Whole Armor of God Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of God talks about how a pacifist religion found value in the image of wearing a knight's armor.
August 22, 2021 The Whole Armor of God Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of God talks about how a pacifist religion found value in the image of wearing a knight's armor.
August 15, 2021 Solomon's Wisdom Is it Wisdom or Intelligence? If Jesus is the embodiment of Wisdom, what does it mean to eat of his body? Rev. Martin Nussbaum of Sheffield, IL United Church of Christ shares some ideas.
August 15, 2021 Solomon's Wisdom Is it Wisdom or Intelligence? If Jesus is the embodiment of Wisdom, what does it mean to eat of his body? Rev. Martin Nussbaum of Sheffield, IL United Church of Christ shares some ideas.
August 8, 2021 Oh Absalom, Oh Absalom Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ of Sheffield, IL talks about the generational results and consequences of the lack of forgiveness.
August 8, 2021 Oh Absalom, Oh Absalom Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ of Sheffield, IL talks about the generational results and consequences of the lack of forgiveness.
August 1, 2021 Looking for a Sign What is the Sign of God's Presence in the World? Rev. Martin Nussbaum of Sheffield, IL First United Church of Christ has some thoughts.
August 1, 2021 Looking for a Sign What is the Sign of God's Presence in the World? Rev. Martin Nussbaum of Sheffield, IL First United Church of Christ has some thoughts.
July 11, 2021 About 2 Dancers Why do you do what you do? Rev. Martin Nussbaum compares and contrasts King David and Salome dancing in the Bible.
July 11, 2021 About 2 Dancers Why do you do what you do? Rev. Martin Nussbaum compares and contrasts King David and Salome dancing in the Bible.
July 4, 2021 National Covenent Rev. Martin Nussbaum compares the covenant the Judeans made with King David and our national covenant today.
July 4, 2021 National Covenent Rev. Martin Nussbaum compares the covenant the Judeans made with King David and our national covenant today.
June 27, 2021 To Forgive as We are Forgiven Reasons to Forgive. Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks forgiveness with King David, the Apostle Paul, and Jesus.
June 27, 2021 To Forgive as We are Forgiven Reasons to Forgive. Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks forgiveness with King David, the Apostle Paul, and Jesus.
June 20, 2021 Oil on the Water Jesus calms the waters in the storm, Even those today. Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ, Sheffield, IL.
June 20, 2021 Oil on the Water Jesus calms the waters in the storm, Even those today. Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ, Sheffield, IL.
June 13, 2021 God Sees Your Potential Rev. Martin Nussbaum of Sheffield IL talks about the Process theology concepts of concrescence vs potential and how God sees much more in us than we can imagine for ourselves. The story of King David and the parable of the Mustard Seed.
June 13, 2021 God Sees Your Potential Rev. Martin Nussbaum of Sheffield IL talks about the Process theology concepts of concrescence vs potential and how God sees much more in us than we can imagine for ourselves. The story of King David and the parable of the Mustard Seed.
June 6, 2021 Turning Points Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ, Sheffield, IL talks about two turning points in the Bible and the Holy Spirit working through them.
June 6, 2021 Turning Points Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ, Sheffield, IL talks about two turning points in the Bible and the Holy Spirit working through them.
May 30, 2021 Apart from the Spirit The Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ, Sheffield, IL talks about God working through people of good will all around the world.
May 30, 2021 Apart from the Spirit The Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ, Sheffield, IL talks about God working through people of good will all around the world.
May 23, 2021 Waiting for the Birth Rev. Martin Nussbaum of Sheffield Il talks about the Birth of the church and the movement of the Holy Spirit.
May 23, 2021 Waiting for the Birth Rev. Martin Nussbaum of Sheffield Il talks about the Birth of the church and the movement of the Holy Spirit.
May 16, 2021 That They All May Be One Rev. Martin Nussbaum finishes his series on the last prayer of Christ talking about unity in the church.
May 16, 2021 That They All May Be One Rev. Martin Nussbaum finishes his series on the last prayer of Christ talking about unity in the church.
May 9, 2021 Gathered In Happy Mother's Day. Rev. Martin Nussbaum of Sheffield IL talks about the maternal vs. paternal role that God takes in the world.
May 9, 2021 Gathered In Happy Mother's Day. Rev. Martin Nussbaum of Sheffield IL talks about the maternal vs. paternal role that God takes in the world.
May 2, 2021 Abide in Love Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about how Salvation is not only a relationship with God, but a loving relationship with the rest of the world at First United Church of Christ, Sheffield, IL.
May 2, 2021 Abide in Love Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about how Salvation is not only a relationship with God, but a loving relationship with the rest of the world at First United Church of Christ, Sheffield, IL.
April 25, 2021 Love of the Good Shepherd It is Good Shepherd Sunday and Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about what it means to truly love others at First United Church of Christ in Sheffield, IL.
April 25, 2021 Love of the Good Shepherd It is Good Shepherd Sunday and Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about what it means to truly love others at First United Church of Christ in Sheffield, IL.
April 18, 2021 On Fish and Beggars Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ in Sheffield, IL talks about the resurrected body of Christ and keeping it real. Sorry about the cinematography today. Some days it is in focus and today it just did not happen. Liturgist: Nancy Carper, Cameraman: Gary Humphrey
April 18, 2021 On Fish and Beggars Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ in Sheffield, IL talks about the resurrected body of Christ and keeping it real. Sorry about the cinematography today. Some days it is in focus and today it just did not happen. Liturgist: Nancy Carper, Cameraman: Gary Humphrey
April 11, 2021 Don't Be Afraid to Doubt Is doubting Thomas the least faithful of Christ's disciples or the most brave? Rev. Martin Nussbaum of Sheffield, IL explains the value of doubt as opening yourself to resurrection and new life.
April 11, 2021 Don't Be Afraid to Doubt Is doubting Thomas the least faithful of Christ's disciples or the most brave? Rev. Martin Nussbaum of Sheffield, IL explains the value of doubt as opening yourself to resurrection and new life.
April 4, 2021 EASTER SUNDAY Do Not Be Afraid of the Resurrection Is the Resurrection about the past or the future? Join Rev. Martin Nussbaum as he talks about the Spiritual body.
April 4, 2021 EASTER SUNDAY Do Not Be Afraid of the Resurrection Is the Resurrection about the past or the future? Join Rev. Martin Nussbaum as he talks about the Spiritual body.
March 28, 2021 Finding Victory on Palm Sunday Rev. Martin Nussbaum's Palm sunday sermon today talks about finding the blessing in the midst of hard time.
March 28, 2021 Finding Victory on Palm Sunday Rev. Martin Nussbaum's Palm sunday sermon today talks about finding the blessing in the midst of hard time.
March 21, 2021 As Taught by Jesus Christ Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about how to know the teachings of Jesus through 2000 years as he concludes his discussion of Sheffield UCC's mission statement.
March 21, 2021 As Taught by Jesus Christ Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about how to know the teachings of Jesus through 2000 years as he concludes his discussion of Sheffield UCC's mission statement.
March 7, 2021 Courage, Hope, & Encouragement As we continue our look at Sheffield United Church of Christ's mission statement. Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about how we can give comfort, hope and encouragement.
March 7, 2021 Courage, Hope, & Encouragement As we continue our look at Sheffield United Church of Christ's mission statement. Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about how we can give comfort, hope and encouragement.
February 28, 2021 Love Has No Labels | Diversity & Inclusion | Ad Council My camera did not work as well as theirs this morning. The sermon title was "strive to be the Family of God" and the text was Philemon 8-22; the story of Apostle Paul sending one spiritual son Onesimus back to another spiritual son Philemon to either remain a slave or become a brother.
February 28, 2021 Love Has No Labels | Diversity & Inclusion | Ad Council My camera did not work as well as theirs this morning. The sermon title was "strive to be the Family of God" and the text was Philemon 8-22; the story of Apostle Paul sending one spiritual son Onesimus back to another spiritual son Philemon to either remain a slave or become a brother.
February 21, 2021 I hate Burger King The First United Church of Christ, Sheffield, IL begins a Lenten series about their mission statement. Today Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about the subtle but important distinctions between Mission statements, creeds and covenants.
February 21, 2021 I hate Burger King The First United Church of Christ, Sheffield, IL begins a Lenten series about their mission statement. Today Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about the subtle but important distinctions between Mission statements, creeds and covenants.
February 14, 2021 The Best Ice Cream On a chilly icy Transfiguration Sunday, Pastor Martin talks about the best ice cream.
February 14, 2021 The Best Ice Cream On a chilly icy Transfiguration Sunday, Pastor Martin talks about the best ice cream.
February 7, 2021 Lifted Up to Serve Rev. Martin Nussbaum of Sheffield United Church of Christ talks about Simon's mother and what it meant when Jesus healed her.
February 7, 2021 Lifted Up to Serve Rev. Martin Nussbaum of Sheffield United Church of Christ talks about Simon's mother and what it meant when Jesus healed her.
January 31, 2021 Speaking with Authority Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about how anybody can share their faith at First United Church of Christ, Sheffield, IL.
January 31, 2021 Speaking with Authority Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about how anybody can share their faith at First United Church of Christ, Sheffield, IL.
January 24, 2021 Why Jonah did not want to go to Nineveh! Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about Jonah and the Whale at First United Church of Christ in Sheffield, IL. Why did Jonah turn away from God?
January 24, 2021 Why Jonah did not want to go to Nineveh! Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about Jonah and the Whale at First United Church of Christ in Sheffield, IL. Why did Jonah turn away from God?
January 17, 2021 Here I am, Lord God issues an expansive call during divisive times. Rev.Martin Nussbaum talks about the call of Samuel vs Phinehas and Hophni in 1 Samuel chapters 2 and 3.
January 17, 2021 Here I am, Lord God issues an expansive call during divisive times. Rev.Martin Nussbaum talks about the call of Samuel vs Phinehas and Hophni in 1 Samuel chapters 2 and 3.
January 10, 2021 Lectionary for First Sunday After Advent It is Christ's Baptism Sunday. For an unknown technical reason, only half a second of my sermon got recorded, but if you want to hear the assigned Bible readings, you may listen to them.
January 10, 2021 Lectionary for First Sunday After Advent It is Christ's Baptism Sunday. For an unknown technical reason, only half a second of my sermon got recorded, but if you want to hear the assigned Bible readings, you may listen to them.
January 3, 2021 Come to the Light Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about John's creation story and the Second Sunday of Christmas 2021.
January 3, 2021 Come to the Light Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about John's creation story and the Second Sunday of Christmas 2021.
December 27, 2020 Anna the Prophetess Rev. Martin Nussbaum talk about the forgotten heroes of the nativity story, Anna and Simeon. Luke 2:22-40
December 27, 2020 Anna the Prophetess Rev. Martin Nussbaum talk about the forgotten heroes of the nativity story, Anna and Simeon. Luke 2:22-40
December 20, 2020 Peace Established Forever It is the fourth Sunday of Advent. The Sunday of Peace and Rev. Martin Nussbaum of Sheffield, IL reflects on the David covenant and the love between God and humans.
December 20, 2020 Peace Established Forever It is the fourth Sunday of Advent. The Sunday of Peace and Rev. Martin Nussbaum of Sheffield, IL reflects on the David covenant and the love between God and humans.
December 13, 2020 The Magnificat and Joy The third Sunday in Advent. Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ in Sheffield talks about Joy in the Advent of Christ's dominion.
December 13, 2020 The Magnificat and Joy The third Sunday in Advent. Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ in Sheffield talks about Joy in the Advent of Christ's dominion.
December 6, 2020 Advent of Love Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about waiting for love in dark times. No that is not the name of a Country music song!
December 6, 2020 Advent of Love Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about waiting for love in dark times. No that is not the name of a Country music song!
November 29, 2020 A Season of Hope Advent is a Season of Hope even during an apocalypse. Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about the little apocalypse in Mark. Also watch the first episode of the Luke nativity done by the Prairie Association Pastor Puppeteers.
November 29, 2020 A Season of Hope Advent is a Season of Hope even during an apocalypse. Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about the little apocalypse in Mark. Also watch the first episode of the Luke nativity done by the Prairie Association Pastor Puppeteers.
November 22, 2020 Thankful for Loving The Parable of the Sheep and the Goats explained in the light of Thanksgiving. Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ Sheffield, IL says there is much to be thankful for even in 2020.
November 22, 2020 Thankful for Loving The Parable of the Sheep and the Goats explained in the light of Thanksgiving. Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ Sheffield, IL says there is much to be thankful for even in 2020.
November 15, 2020 Prepared for the Day of the Lord Rev. Martin Nussbaum of Sheffield, IL United Church of Christ talks about the Parable of the Talents and being prepared to use your talents every day of your life.
November 15, 2020 Prepared for the Day of the Lord Rev. Martin Nussbaum of Sheffield, IL United Church of Christ talks about the Parable of the Talents and being prepared to use your talents every day of your life.
November 8, 2020 A Meditation for America It is the week after the election and Rev. Martin Nussbaum leads us in a patriotic meditation on I Timothy 2:1-6 and Titus 3:1-11.
November 8, 2020 A Meditation for America It is the week after the election and Rev. Martin Nussbaum leads us in a patriotic meditation on I Timothy 2:1-6 and Titus 3:1-11.
November 1, 2020 How to be Perfect Happy All Saints Day! What does it mean that without us, they would not be perfect?
November 1, 2020 How to be Perfect Happy All Saints Day! What does it mean that without us, they would not be perfect?
October 25, 2020 A Rule of Compassion Rev. Nussbaum talks about putting the Golden Rule into action. Are we better than rats?
October 25, 2020 A Rule of Compassion Rev. Nussbaum talks about putting the Golden Rule into action. Are we better than rats?
October 18, 2020 Show Me Your Glory Taking a look at the value, structure and purpose of worship with Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ of Sheffield, IL.
October 18, 2020 Show Me Your Glory Taking a look at the value, structure and purpose of worship with Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ of Sheffield, IL.
October 11, 2020 Rejoicing during the Apocalypse Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about how the early church grew when it ought to have died. Are we prepared to rejoice when everything is all a mess? Matthew 22:1-14, Philippians 4:1-9
October 11, 2020 Rejoicing during the Apocalypse Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about how the early church grew when it ought to have died. Are we prepared to rejoice when everything is all a mess? Matthew 22:1-14, Philippians 4:1-9
October 4, 2020 Welcome to the Vineyard Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about the parable of the Vineyard and the challenge it was to Pharisees then and for us now.
October 4, 2020 Welcome to the Vineyard Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about the parable of the Vineyard and the challenge it was to Pharisees then and for us now.
September 27, 2020 Slaves to One Another Today's sermon talks about how to be of one mind even if we are of two opinions.
September 27, 2020 Slaves to One Another Today's sermon talks about how to be of one mind even if we are of two opinions.
September 20, 2020 And the Worm Went Up Jonah and the Last Shall be First Rev. Martin Nussbaum discusses who participates in God's Kingdom. It won't be just who you expect.
September 20, 2020 And the Worm Went Up Jonah and the Last Shall be First Rev. Martin Nussbaum discusses who participates in God's Kingdom. It won't be just who you expect.
September 13, 2020 Forgiveness Today's sermon has to deal with forgiving those who have hurt you. It is not always easy so I talked about it in terms of my own personal pain.
September 13, 2020 Forgiveness Today's sermon has to deal with forgiving those who have hurt you. It is not always easy so I talked about it in terms of my own personal pain.
September 6, 2020 1 + 1 = 3 My latest sermon. Fun fact: Mathemetician Dr. Eugenia Cheng of the University of Sheffield has a video with the same title out there purely coincidentally.
September 6, 2020 1 + 1 = 3 My latest sermon. Fun fact: Mathemetician Dr. Eugenia Cheng of the University of Sheffield has a video with the same title out there purely coincidentally.
August 30, 2020 Love the Sinner Love the sinner, but hate the sin? Today's volume is a bit low, so be sure to crank the volume on your computer.
August 30, 2020 Love the Sinner Love the sinner, but hate the sin? Today's volume is a bit low, so be sure to crank the volume on your computer.
August 16, 2020 Co-conspirators Today's sermon talks about Joseph, the Canaanite woman and Dungeons and Dragons' wheelchairs. The Canaanite woman tells Jesus off, paraplegic women tell Dungeon and Dragons players off, and everybody learns how to pray
August 16, 2020 Co-conspirators Today's sermon talks about Joseph, the Canaanite woman and Dungeons and Dragons' wheelchairs. The Canaanite woman tells Jesus off, paraplegic women tell Dungeon and Dragons players off, and everybody learns how to pray
August 1, 2020 Feeding the Hungry Bob Elliott, church member. Feeding Your Spiritual Hunger. Parable of fish & loaves.
August 1, 2020 Feeding the Hungry Bob Elliott, church member. Feeding Your Spiritual Hunger. Parable of fish & loaves.
July 26, 2020 Fisher's of Men Church member, Bob Carroll gave the sermon today while Pastor is on vacation. How can we be Fisher's of Men.
July 26, 2020 Fisher's of Men Church member, Bob Carroll gave the sermon today while Pastor is on vacation. How can we be Fisher's of Men.
July 12, 2020 Parable of the Seeds Parable of the Seeds as learning to listen to God rather than what to tell others. Isaiah 55:10-13, Matthew 13:1-9
July 12, 2020 Parable of the Seeds Parable of the Seeds as learning to listen to God rather than what to tell others. Isaiah 55:10-13, Matthew 13:1-9
July 5, 2020 Deeds of Power A church that performs Deeds of Power. Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about sin, shame, and glory.
July 5, 2020 Deeds of Power A church that performs Deeds of Power. Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about sin, shame, and glory.
June 28, 2020: Righteous Welcome I am behind on publishing a sermon video by a couple of weeks, but thanks to Margaret, we are able to publish this week's sermon on welcoming others and righteousness from the gospel of Matthew.
June 28, 2020: Righteous Welcome I am behind on publishing a sermon video by a couple of weeks, but thanks to Margaret, we are able to publish this week's sermon on welcoming others and righteousness from the gospel of Matthew.
June 14, 2020: Sent to Laugh Why does Sarah Laugh? We open today with a flag day medley by Jack, then Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about Sarah laughing when God tells her that she will have a child.
June 14, 2020: Sent to Laugh Why does Sarah Laugh? We open today with a flag day medley by Jack, then Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about Sarah laughing when God tells her that she will have a child.
May 31, 2020: All Together They were altogether gathered in one place. Do we have to be in one room to experience Pentecost? Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ Sheffield, IL talks about that question as churches decide whether they have to be or not.
May 31, 2020: All Together They were altogether gathered in one place. Do we have to be in one room to experience Pentecost? Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ Sheffield, IL talks about that question as churches decide whether they have to be or not.
May 24, 2020: Relationships Reordered Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about Jesus role in teaching and under girding connection one to another and to God.
May 24, 2020: Relationships Reordered Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about Jesus role in teaching and under girding connection one to another and to God.
May 9, 2020: The Architecture of the Church Take a virtual tour of First United Church of Christ in Sheffield, IL and talk about how architecture shapes and is shaped by our theology.
May 9, 2020: The Architecture of the Church Take a virtual tour of First United Church of Christ in Sheffield, IL and talk about how architecture shapes and is shaped by our theology.
May 2, 2020: The Demonstration of Faith We all claim to be Biblical Christians, but we often times have trouble reconciling our faith statements with the Bible. Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about one of the most troubling passages of the Old Testament and how we move towards dealing with divisive issues in the church.
May 2, 2020: The Demonstration of Faith We all claim to be Biblical Christians, but we often times have trouble reconciling our faith statements with the Bible. Rev. Martin Nussbaum talks about one of the most troubling passages of the Old Testament and how we move towards dealing with divisive issues in the church.
April 26, 2020: The Road to Emmaus Join Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ and the disciples on the road to Emmaus for a celebration of communion
April 26, 2020: The Road to Emmaus Join Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ and the disciples on the road to Emmaus for a celebration of communion
April 19, 2020: The Unexpected Resurrection It is holy humor Sunday, the first Sunday after Easter, and we learn who the bravest disciple is, what we can expect for the future of the church, and tell a couple of jokes.
April 19, 2020: The Unexpected Resurrection It is holy humor Sunday, the first Sunday after Easter, and we learn who the bravest disciple is, what we can expect for the future of the church, and tell a couple of jokes.
March 25, 2020: We Are All Together Alone Song Video That Accompanies Sermon Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ in Sheffield, IL talks about Good Friday and the pop band Voice of the Beehive in light of the coronavirus pandemic.
March 25, 2020: We Are All Together Alone Song Video That Accompanies Sermon Rev. Martin Nussbaum of First United Church of Christ in Sheffield, IL talks about Good Friday and the pop band Voice of the Beehive in light of the coronavirus pandemic.
