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Project Transformation SundayWe held a special online worship service in order to highlight the work of Project Transformation. This non-profit organization provides children with an amazing summer reading program by partnering with churches and employing motivated college interns.
We'll enjoyed a children's moment from church member and former PT intern, Rachel Younger, and we heard a message from Meagan Cloutier, Director of Memphis Programs for Project Transformation Tennessee. #ChurchCanHappenAnywhere |
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Easter Sunday 2021 (Online)Christ is risen! Celebrate Easter online with your friends from Peace Tree. We're receiving Communion, singing hymns about Jesus' resurrection, and taking a closer look at the twentieth chapter John's Gospel.
And be sure to watch until the very end since our closing hymn will be led by the United Methodist Church's Virtual Easter Choir. It all begins at 10:00AM CDT on April 4. #ChurchCanHappenAnywhere |
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Savior | Lent 2021Have you ever asked, "Why did Jesus have to die? How does Jesus save us? Did God plan the death of Jesus?" During the season of Lent, we'll be taking a closer look at Jesus' death and learning how his sacrifice impacted the whole of human history.
Join us online every Sunday at 10:00 a.m. CT as we learn about different atonement theories. Savior: What the Bible Says About the Cross by Magrey deVega is serving as our companion study for this series. #ChurchCanHappenAnywhere |
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Big Heart Sunday 2021We held a special online worship service on Valentine's Day in order to highlight the work of the Big Heart Fund. Watch the video below to hear how this amazing non-profit organization aids families at the Heart Institute at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital with compassionate care and emotional support.
We sang hymns and songs focused on our hearts & souls, and we also receive a special message from Bishop Bill McAlilly for the second week in a row. #ChurchCanHappenAnywhere |
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Founders' Day 2021This year, we celebrated Founders' Day during the February 6-7 weekend. On Saturday, February 6, we held our fourth-ever Drive-in Worship Service in the church parking lot. We sang some of our favorite hymns & songs, heard a homily from Pastor Kris entitled "Scattered|Gathered," and we welcomed our newest members.
On Sunday, February 7, we continued celebrating Founders' Day online with a special message from Bishop Bill McAlilly. Contact us today to learn how you can join Peace Tree. |
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Best Song Ever, Vol. 3Each week in January, we heard the stories behind some of your favorite hymns and praise songs. Pastor Kris dove deep into songs such as "Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing," "Just As I Am, Without One Plea," and "Great Is Thy Faithfulness."
We were also treated to special musical solos & duets from worship leaders, friends of Peace Tree, and members of our worship team. #ChurchCanHappenAnywhere |
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Epiphany 2021We celebrated the start of a new year as we observed Epiphany. Together, we worshiped online as we learned about the gift of the Magi, the faithfulness of God, and how the Light of Christ entered the world through the person of Jesus.
We were joined by special guest preacher, Rev. Terry A. Roof, who serves as the senior pastor of Bethel Park UMC in Denmark, SC and is the father of our Lead Pastor. #ChurchCanHappenAnywhere |
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Covenant Renewal ServiceWe celebrated the 3rd Day of Christmas with a special Covenant Renewal Service featuring a message from Bishop Bill McAlilly. We also heard a Scripture reading from Dr. Deborah Smith and enjoyed music from a trio of choir directors from Paducah, KY along with an acoustic version of "Go, Tell it on the Mountain" from the Peace Tree praise team.
How are you closing out 2020? How might you serve God and renew your covenant for 2021? #ChurchCanHappenAnywhere |
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Christmas Eve 2020Jesus Christ is born in Bethlehem! When we consider all of the unexpected events of 2020, we may begin to understand the unexpected journey that Mary & Joseph took from engagement to pregnancy to marriage as well as their physical journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem.
What can the shepherds teach us about joy, grace, and the possibilities within God's unexpected plans? And what can we learn about God's character? #ChurchCanHappenAnywhere |
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The Road to BethlehemWe're celebrating the Advent season online this year with our favorite Christmas carols and Bible stories about Mary, Joseph, and Jesus.
Prepare your hearts for Christmas as families & friends light candles on the Advent wreath, and hear an inspiring message each week as we travel the Road to the Bethlehem. Join us online every Sunday at 10:00 a.m. CT. #ChurchCanHappenAnywhere |
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SpiritualThis November, we hosted a three-week series in order to take a closer look at some lesser-known Spiritual practices: Confession, Generosity, and Celebration.
What does it mean to be both religious and spiritual, and how can these practices help deepen our relationship with God while strengthening our fellowship with others? Join us Sundays at 10:00 a.m. CT from YouTube, Facebook Live, and the home page of our church website. #ChurchCanHappenAnywhere |
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All Saints Day 2020We celebrated All Saints Day with Holy Communion and a message from Revelation 7:9-17. Watch this video in order to hear the names of church members who have entered the Church triumphant this past year read out loud. While doing so, be sure to say a prayer for all the saints in your life.
We also sang hymns and praise songs which turned our attention toward heaven, and Mrs. Connie shared a special Kids Time to share with our children. #ChurchCanHappenAnywhere |
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Through the StormThis year's laity month sermon series included church members and friends of Peace Tree who shared stories of hope and perseverance. Each week we heard how God showed up in the midst of personal storms to provide and guide each speaker in profound and powerful ways.
Guest speakers included Nathan & Sarah Herr, Jaime Yanes, Letitia Sutherlen, and Rev. Amanda Crice with members of the UT-Martin Wesley Foundation worship team. |
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All You CanWe spent 3 weeks in September discussing money and the ways in which John Wesley and the early Methodists talked about earning, saving, and giving.
With an economy that's been impacted by Covid-19, friends who have been affected by furloughs and firings, and a church family that continues to grow into the future, this was the best time to discover what the Bible has to say about our relationship with money. |
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Tailgate Sunday 2020Labor Day weekend has traditionally been the start of the college football season, but due to the global pandemic, college athletics looks drastically different this year.
We still wanted to celebrate our love of sports and the way we can tie its lessons to the lessons we gain from the Bible. So we gathered some friends for a roundtable discussion, we polled our church family to see what their favorite teams, leagues, and tailgate dishes were, and we held our 4th Annual Tailgate Sunday. |
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Justice For AllDuring the month of August, we took a closer look at passages of Scripture found within Proverbs and several of the Old Testament prophets which highlight God's Justice. What types of injustices did God's people experience? How did the prophets speak judgment, and how did the people of Israel respond?
After journeying through these passages together, we'll ask how to best apply the lessons from Micah, Amos, Isaiah, and Proverbs to our present-day reality. |
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Golden Cross Sunday 2020We hosted a special online-only worship service on Sunday, August 2 to highlight the work and ministry of Golden Cross Senior Ministries. We were joined by the President of Golden Cross, David Kabakoff, as well as their Outreach & Advocacy Coordinator, Rev. Dr. Harry Durbin, whom also preached the message that day.
Sing along with hymns and praise songs from our worship team, and learn about upcoming events and online opportunities from lead pastor, Rev. Kristofer Roof. |
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Summer Movie Series 2020Movies offer us a great opportunity to talk about our faith using examples from pop culture. Each week in June & July, we participated in Netflix watch parties and Online Bible studies to discover where faith and film intersect.
Each Sunday, Pastor Kris spent time talking with a panel of church members and fellow movie-lovers to talk about the film of the week. All videos from this series can be found below. |
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Pentecost Online 2020We celebrated the birth of the Church this Pentecost Sunday on May 31 at 10:00 a.m. CT via Online Worship. We spent the past six weeks studying the activity of the Holy Spirit and the movement of the Early Church; on this Sunday, we discussed the Gifts of the Spirit while sharing Communion together at the Virtual Table. Join us this summer as we discuss movies as modern day parables and see how film intersects with faith. If you have prayer requests or you'd like to learn more about Peace Tree, then be sure to contact us this week!
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The Acts of the ApostlesDuring the Easter season, we continued to follow the movement of Jesus through the work of his disciples in the Book of Acts. During the time of quarantine, our worship services premiered online at 10:00 a.m. from the home page of our website as well as Facebook Live and YouTube. To go deeper into Sunday's passage of Scripture, check out our Bible study sessions from Wednesday nights. If you have prayer requests or you'd like to learn more about Peace Tree, then be sure to contact us this week!
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Easter Online 2020We celebrated Easter online this year, and we were led in worship by musicians from all across the country. Ms. Connie shared a Children's sermon with our young ones, One of our Peace Tree Kids read the Gospel lesson, and Pastor Kris preached “With Fear and Great Joy,” based on Matthew 28:1-10. At the end of the service, we observed Holy Communion. During this time of Safe at Home orders, we invite you to worship with us on YouTube, Facebook, and the home page of our website. Contact us for more details!
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Entering the Passion of JesusDuring the Lenten season, we gathered together as a church family to prepare our hearts and minds for Holy Week. Lent is a time when Christians participate in spiritual disciplines that draw us closer to the Cross and help us better understand the sacrifice that Jesus made. Each Sunday, we closely studied an episode from Holy Week to better understand Jesus's final days with his disciples before being crucified on the Cross. Join us every Sunday at 9315 E Shelby Dr in Collierville. Plan your visit to Peace Tree's Large Group worship celebration, and Contact us for more details!
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Ash Wednesday 2020We gathered as a church family to celebrate the beginning of the Lenten season with an Ash Wednesday service. We met inside the gym of our church building for a service of Word, song, reflection, prayer, and the imposition of ashes. Pastor Kris made the sign of the Cross on our foreheads using the ashes from last year's Palm Sunday branches, and we were reminded that "from dust you came, and to dust you shall return." Join us every Sunday at 9315 E Shelby Dr in Collierville. Plan your visit to Peace Tree's Large Group worship celebration, and Contact us for more details!
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Best Song Ever, Vol. 2We brought back a crowd-favorite sermon series for 2020 in "Best Song Ever, Volume 2." This month, we're taking a closer look at hymns and songs that have impacted Christians throughout time and shaped our faith. We'll also have an opportunity to hear from members of our worship team as they share some of their favorite songs during special musical moments. Join us every Sunday at 9315 E Shelby Dr in Collierville. Plan your visit to Peace Tree's Large Group worship celebration, and Contact us for more details!
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Founders' Day 2020We remembered the launch of our Sunday morning Large Group worship celebration from our days in the Malco Theatre and celebrated our 3rd Annual Founders' Day. We collected canned goods for our Souper Bowl of Caring food drive. We also welcomed our newest members, heard a faith witness from our Children's Minister, and Pastor Kris preached "Good Tree, Good Fruit" based on Luke 6:43-49. Join us every Sunday at 9315 E Shelby Dr in Collierville. Plan your visit to Peace Tree's Large Group worship celebration, and Contact us for more details!
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2020 VisionAs we kicked off a new year, we dove into Scripture to discover how God has communicated with God's people using signs and wonders. We spent time sharing our dreams and visions for Peace Tree in 2020 - new ministries, more outreach, and a potential renovation to our church facility and worship space. Join us every Sunday at 9315 E Shelby Dr in Collierville. Plan your visit to Peace Tree's Large Group worship celebration, and Contact us for more details!
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Christmas Eve 2019We gathered together as a church family on December 24, 2019 to celebrate the birth Jesus Christ in Bethlehem. We lit the Advent candles, sang classic carols, enjoyed a Children's Time with our young ones, and gathered at the Lord's Table for Communion before ending with a candlelight carol. Join us every Sunday at 9315 E Shelby Dr in Collierville. Plan your visit to Peace Tree's Large Group worship celebration, and Contact us for more details!
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Mary's ChristmasThis December, we took a closer look at the birth and life of Jesus Christ through the eyes of his mother, Mary. We spent the Advent season singing classic carols, lighting candles, recalling ancient prophecies, and journeying with Mary backwards through time - from Jerusalem to Bethlehem. Join us every Sunday at 9315 E Shelby Dr in Collierville. Plan your visit to Peace Tree's Large Group worship celebration, and Contact us for more details!
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Thank GodDuring the month of November, we heard from three guest preachers as they shared messages about God's blessings and our thankfulness. Ms. Kelly Greer is a first-year student at the University of Memphis, Mr. Morgan Stafford is the Executive Director of the Wesley Foundation Memphis, and Ms. Jennie Dickerson is the Director of Communications & Development at Lakeshore Camp & Retreat Center. Join us every Sunday at 9315 E Shelby Dr in Collierville. Plan your visit to Peace Tree's Large Group worship celebration, and Contact us for more details!
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All Saints' Sunday 2019We gathered as a church family on All Saints' Sunday to remember loved ones who have passed away since last November 1. We also read aloud the names of church members who have gone on to join the Church Triumphant. Rev. Jonathan Lewis preached the message, "Blessed Are They Who Weep" based on Luke 6:20-31. Join us every Sunday at 9315 E Shelby Dr in Collierville. Plan your visit to Peace Tree's Large Group worship celebration, and Contact us for more details!
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Made for MoreDuring the month of October, we learned how we were Made for More. We discussed what it means to experience More Life, how serving others helps us become More Like Jesus, how worshiping a God of abundance means we can give More Than We Imagine, and that when we share our faith with others God gives us More Opportunities to spread the Gospel. Join us every Sunday at 9315 E Shelby Dr in Collierville. Plan your visit to Peace Tree's Large Group worship celebration, and Contact us for more details!
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PrayDuring the month of September, we talked about prayer. We started off by looking at The Lord's Prayer as a pattern and template for prayer. Then, we discussed praying consistently, praying boldly, and demonstrating faith and trust in God as we pray. Join us every Sunday at 9315 E Shelby Dr in Collierville. Plan your visit to Peace Tree's Large Group worship celebration, and Contact us for more details!
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Tailgate Sunday 2019We celebrated Labor Day Weekend and the start of the college football season by hosting a Tailgate Sunday! Pastor Kris preached the message "Cross Training" based on Hebrews 12:1-13. Join us every Sunday in our new facility located at 9315 E Shelby Dr in Collierville. Plan your visit to Peace Tree's Large Group worship celebration, and Contact us for more details!
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Building BlocksAs students head back to school, we took a closer look at some foundational words from Scripture. Using the metaphor of a house, we got our priorities straight so that we might build our spiritual homes on God's Word. Join us every Sunday in our new facility located at 9315 E Shelby Dr in Collierville. Plan your visit to Peace Tree's Large Group worship celebration, and Contact us for more details!
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Summer Movie Series 2019Each week in June and July, we watched a different video clip from a Summer blockbuster to highlight a passage of Scripture. We said goodbye to the Malco Forest Hill Cinema on Memorial Day weekend, and started worshiping in our new facility located at 9315 E Shelby Dr in Collierville on June 2, 2019. Plan your visit to Peace Tree's Large Group worship celebration, and Contact us for more details!
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Road to the CrossEach week during the season of Lent, we focused on a different moment from Jesus' last 24 hours on earth. We did this to prepare for Easter Sunday and the miracle of the resurrection. Watch the sermons from this playlist to journey with Peace Tree through Scripture as we traveled the Road to the Cross. Peace Tree gathers as a Large Group for weekly worship services at the Malco Forest Hill Cinema in Germantown every Sunday at 10:00 a.m. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. and Peace Tree Kids gets going at 10:30 a.m. Contact us for more details!
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LOVE (Philia, Storge, Agape)During the month of February, we spent time walking through Scripture to see what the Bible has to say to us about LOVE. The world's definition for love is very particular, but God has given us many different types of love: love for friends, love for family, and the type of unconditional love that God has for the world which was demonstrated through Jesus' ultimate sacrifice. Watch this playlist to see all three sermons on LOVE. Peace Tree gathers as a Large Group for weekly worship services at the Malco Forest Hill Cinema in Germantown) every Sunday at 10:00 a.m. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. and Peace Tree Kids gets going at 10:30 a.m. Contact us for more details!
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"This Is Why We're Here"
This message was preached by Pastor Kris at our official Launch Day worship celebration at the Malco Collierville Towne Cinema on February 5, 2017. Peace Tree is now holding weekly worship services at the Malco Forest Hill Cinema in Germantown every Sunday at 10:00 a.m. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. and Peace Tree Kids gets going at 10:30 a.m. Contact us for more details!
"Come Near"
This message was preached by Pastor Kris at January's third weekly preview worship service at the Malco Collierville Towne Cinema on January 22, 2017. Peace Tree is now holding weekly worship services at the Malco Collierville (380 Market Blvd, Collierville, TN 38017) every Sunday at 10:00 a.m. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. and Peace Tree Kids gets going at 10:30 a.m. Contact us for more details!
"Come and See"
This message was preached by Pastor Kris at January's second weekly preview worship service at the Malco Collierville Towne Cinema on January 15, 2017. Peace Tree is now holding weekly worship services at the Malco Collierville (380 Market Blvd, Collierville, TN 38017) every Sunday at 10:00 a.m. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. and Peace Tree Kids gets going at 10:30 a.m. Contact us for more details!
"The Heavens Were Opened"
This message was preached by Pastor Kris at January's first weekly preview worship service at the Malco Collierville Towne Cinema on January 8, 2017. Peace Tree is now holding weekly worship services at the Malco Collierville (380 Market Blvd, Collierville, TN 38017) every Sunday at 10:00 a.m. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. and Peace Tree Kids gets going at 10:30 a.m. Contact us for more details!
"Live Together / Follow Christ"
This message was preached by Pastor Kris at our fourth preview worship service at the Malco Collierville Towne Cinema on November 13, 2016. Peace Tree is now holding weekly worship services at the Malco Collierville (380 Market Blvd, Collierville, TN 38017) every Sunday at 10:00 a.m. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. and Peace Tree Kids gets going at 10:30 a.m. Contact us for more details!
"Love All / Serve All"
This message was preached by Pastor Kris at our third preview worship service at the Malco Collierville Towne Cinema on October 16, 2016. Peace Tree is now holding weekly worship services at the Malco Collierville (380 Market Blvd, Collierville, TN 38017) every Sunday at 10:00 a.m. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. and Peace Tree Kids gets going at 10:30 a.m. Contact us for more details!
"Love God by Loving Others"
This message was preached by Pastor Kris at our second preview worship service at the Malco Collierville Towne Cinema on September 18, 2016. Peace Tree is now holding weekly worship services at the Malco Collierville (380 Market Blvd, Collierville, TN 38017) every Sunday at 10:00 a.m. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. and Peace Tree Kids gets going at 10:30 a.m. Contact us for more details!
"Church Can Happen Anywhere"
This message was preached by Pastor Kris at our first preview worship service at the Malco Collierville Towne Cinema on August 21, 2016. Peace Tree is now holding weekly worship services at the Malco Collierville (380 Market Blvd, Collierville, TN 38017) every Sunday at 10:00 a.m. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. and Peace Tree Kids gets going at 10:30 a.m. Contact us for more details!