The Woodlands Methodist Church: Traditional Audio

Traditional Worship | Bishop Bob Hayes | Lent is the sacred season of the church that has its roots in the 40 days Jesus spent fasting and being tempted in the wilderness. As it was then, so it is today: Lent is a time of testing and of longing — a time that is intended to produce within all of us a “holy hunger” that fills the emptiness of our spirits and refreshes our souls with the presence of God. This season invites us to cultivate a deep desire for God’s presence and truth, seeking renewal as we journey toward the cross and ultimately Easter morning. In Matthew’s Gospel, Jesus said: “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.” We are delighted that you are on this Lenten journey with us as we seek fulfillment from the only One who can satisfy our hunger.

Traditional Worship | Bishop Bob Hayes | Good morning! We are so happy that you are here, and we look forward to entering into the presence of Jesus with you through our worship experience. Whether you want to grow in your faith, find an authentic community of friends, or invest in the lives of others, we have a place for you here.

Traditional Worship | Rev. Drew Essen |  As we begin the new year, we are taking some time to discover what God’s Word says about how we steward every gift God has given us — our experiences, our gifts, our resources and our lives. Jesus said we are the salt of the earth — created to bring flavor, preserve what is good and add value wherever God places us. But salt only makes a difference when it’s poured out. So often, life shakes us through change, loss or challenge, and we wonder why. What if the shaking isn’t meant to break us, but to deploy us? In this series, we’ll discover how God uses those moments to grow our faith, reveal the treasure within us and pour His grace through us into a world that desperately needs it.

Traditional Worship | Bishop Bob Hayes | As we begin the new year, we are taking some time to discover what God’s Word says about how we steward every gift God has given us — our experiences, our gifts, our resources and our lives. Jesus said we are the salt of the earth — created to bring flavor, preserve what is good and add value wherever God places us. But salt only makes a difference when it’s poured out.So often, life shakes us through change, loss or challenge, and we wonder why. What if the shaking isn’t meant to break us, but to deploy us? In this series, we’ll discover how God uses those moments to grow our faith, reveal the treasure within us and pour His grace through us into a world that desperately needs it.

Traditional Worship | Bishop Bob Hayes | As we begin the new year, we are taking some time to discover what God’s Word says about how we steward every gift God has given us — our experiences, our gifts, our resources and our lives. Jesus said we are the salt of the earth — created to bring flavor, preserve what is good and add value wherever God places us. But salt only makes a difference when it’s poured out. So often, life shakes us through change, loss or challenge, and we wonder why. What if the shaking isn’t meant to break us, but to deploy us? In this series, we’ll discover how God uses those moments to grow our faith, reveal the treasure within us and pour His grace through us into a world that desperately needs it.

The Wesley Covenant Service | Dr. Ed Robb | Good morning! We are so happy that you are beginning the new year with us, and we look forward to entering into the presence of Jesus with you through our worship experience. Many of us like to take the opportunity to begin a new year with new goals. Whether you want to grow in your faith, find an authentic community of friends, or invest in the lives of others, we have a place for you here.

Traditional Worship | Rev. Dr. Ashley Goad | The shepherds were the first to hear the good news, the first to see the Christ Child, and the first to share the message. Their story reminds us that God’s love often arrives quietly, in fields — in ordinary places, among ordinary people — and then calls us to tell others. As we gather for worship today, may our hearts echo the shepherds’ telegram of joy: Christ is born! God is with us! May we, too, go forth glorifying and praising God for all we have seen and heard this Christmas.

Traditional Christmas Service | Bishop Bob Hayes |More than 2,000 years have passed since Christ was born and we are still drawn to this story that never gets old. Scripture says, “But when the set time had fully come, God sent his Son” (Galatians 4:4). And with the entire universe moving at His command, every participant in this great human drama took their place as planned on the stage of eternity. But it didn’t end on that night. We are here both as witnesses and participants in the same narrative that was conceived, produced and directed by God, and we all have a role to play in this timeless story.  Rather than observing the birth of Christ with a sense of nostalgia, why not rediscover the meaning and purpose it holds for us all? For the babe born in that stable has the power to transform us again and again. Welcome. We are glad you are here!

Traditional Worship | Bishop Bob Hayes |It was the prophet Isaiah who first introduced us to one of the most beautiful words found in the Old Testament — Emmanuel. When translated, it means “God with us.” The word not only holds historical and sacred significance to all of God’s people, but it also symbolizes God’s divine presence and protection for both the present and future.   Emmanuel conveys a sense of promise and belonging, of care and comfort, of courage and optimism. As we find ourselves in this season of Advent, it is so important for us to know that even now God is with us in our waiting, Our Celebration, our celebration for the gift of the Messiah, and most of all, for the love He brings to all people. We are delighted that you have joined us for worship in this sacred Advent season, and we hope you feel the love and warmth of our congregation. Indeed, God is with us!

Traditional Worship | Dr. Ed Robb | It was the prophet Isaiah who first introduced us to one of the most beautiful words found in the Old Testament — Emmanuel. When translated, it means “God with us.” The word not only holds historical and sacred significance to all of God’s people, but it also symbolizes God’s divine presence and protection for both the present and future.   Emmanuel conveys a sense of promise and belonging, of care and comfort, of courage and optimism. As we find ourselves in this season of Advent, it is so important for us to know that even now God is with us in our waiting, Our Celebration, our celebration for the gift of the Messiah, and most of all, for the love He brings to all people. We are delighted that you have joined us for worship in this sacred Advent season, and we hope you feel the love and warmth of our congregation. Indeed, God is with us!

Traditional Worship | Bishop Bob Hayes | It was the prophet Isaiah who first introduced us to one of the most beautiful words found in the Old Testament — Emmanuel. When translated, it means “God with us.” The word not only holds historical and sacred significance to all of God’s people, but it also symbolizes God’s divine presence and protection for both the present and future.   Emmanuel conveys a sense of promise and belonging, of care and comfort, of courage and optimism. As we find ourselves in this season of Advent, it is so important for us to know that even now God is with us in our waiting, our chaos, our celebration for the gift of the Messiah, and most of all, for the love He brings to all people. We are delighted that you have joined us for worship in this sacred Advent season, and we hope you feel the love and warmth of our congregation. Indeed, God is with us!

The WOodlands Methodist Church Chancel Choir and Sanctuary Orchestra present Lessons and Carols. This beautiful service celebrates the joy of the season and the promise found in Christmas through Scripture readings and timeless carols.

Traditional Worship | Dr. Ed Robb |  It was the prophet Isaiah who first introduced us to one of the most beautiful words found in the Old Testament — Emmanuel. When translated, it means “God with us.” The word not only holds historical and sacred significance to all of God’s people, but it also symbolizes God’s divine presence and protection for both the present and future.  Emmanuel conveys a sense of promise and belonging, of care and comfort, of courage and optimism. As we find ourselves in this season of Advent, it is so important for us to know that even now God is with us in our waiting, our chaos, our celebration for the gift of the Messiah, and most of all, for the love He brings to all people. We are delighted that you have joined us for worship in this sacred Advent season, and we hope you feel the love and warmth of our congregation. Indeed, God is with us!

Traditional Worship | Bishop Bob Hayes |  The Gospel of John is without a doubt one of the most fascinating books in the Bible. Often called the “spiritual gospel,” this unique and powerful testimony provides us with an up close and personal perspective of Jesus like no other book ever written. From the prologue to the epilogue, the main message of John’s Gospel is that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and we can have eternal life by believing in Him. Beautifully crafted, the book has an abundance of signs, symbols and miracle stories. In the coming weeks we will journey through this amazing testament, and we invite you to come and journey with us as Jesus’ identity is made known to the people of His time and to us today through its timeless message. We are delighted that you have chosen to worship with us, and we pray your spirit will be fed.

Traditional Worship | Rev. Drew Essen | The Gospel of John is without a doubt one of the most fascinating books in the Bible. Often called the “spiritual gospel,” this unique and powerful testimony provides us with an up close and personal perspective of Jesus like no other book ever written. From the prologue to the epilogue, the main message of John’s Gospel is that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and we can have eternal life by believing in Him. Beautifully crafted, the book has an abundance of signs, symbols and miracle stories. In the coming weeks we will journey through this amazing testament, and we invite you to come and journey with us as Jesus’ identity is made known to the people of His time and to us today through its timeless message. We are delighted that you have chosen to worship with us, and we pray your spirit will be fed.

Traditional Worship | Bishop Bob Hayes |The Gospel of John is without a doubt one of the most fascinating books in the Bible. Often called the “spiritual gospel,” this unique and powerful testimony provides us with an up close and personal perspective of Jesus like no other book ever written. From the prologue to the epilogue, the main message of John’s Gospel is that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and we can have eternal life by believing in Him. Beautifully crafted, the book has an abundance of signs, symbols and miracle stories. In the coming weeks we will journey through this amazing testament, and we invite you to come and journey with us as Jesus’ identity is made known to the people of His time and to us today through its timeless message. We are delighted that you have chosen to worship with us, and we pray your spirit will be fed.

Traditional Worship | Bishop Bob Hayes |  The Gospel of John is without a doubt one of the most fascinating books in the Bible. Often called the “spiritual gospel,” this unique and powerful testimony provides us with an up close and personal perspective of Jesus like no other book ever written. From the prologue to the epilogue, the main message of John’s Gospel is that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and we can have eternal life by believing in Him. Beautifully crafted, the book has an abundance of signs, symbols and miracle stories. In the coming weeks we will journey through this amazing testament, and we invite you to come and journey with us as Jesus’ identity is made known to the people of His time and to us today through its timeless message. We are delighted that you have chosen to worship with us, and we pray your spirit will be fed.

Traditional Worship | Rev. Dr. Jeff Olive | The Gospel of John is without a doubt one of the most fascinating books in the Bible. Often called the “spiritual gospel,” this unique and powerful testimony provides us with an up close and personal perspective of Jesus like no other book ever written. From the prologue to the epilogue, the main message of John’s Gospel is that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and we can have eternal life by believing in Him. Beautifully crafted, the book has an abundance of signs, symbols and miracle stories. In the coming weeks we will journey through this amazing testament, and we invite you to come and journey with us as Jesus’ identity is made known to the people of His time and to us today through its timeless message. We are delighted that you have chosen to worship with us, and we pray your spirit will be fed.

Missions Sunday | Rev. Dr. Ashley Goad |  The Gospel of John is without a doubt one of the most fascinating books in the Bible. Often called the “spiritual gospel,” this unique and powerful testimony provides us with an up close and personal perspective of Jesus like no other book ever written. From the prologue to the epilogue, the main message of John’s Gospel is that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and we can have eternal life by believing in Him. Beautifully crafted, the book has an abundance of signs, symbols and miracle stories. In the coming weeks we will journey through this amazing testament, and we invite you to come and journey with us as Jesus’ identity is made known to the people of His time and to