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Sunday, December 29, 2013

Speaker – Judith Pothier

Sharing the Word of God this morning is Judith Pothier. She gives leadership to the prayer/healing ministry at our church and serves on the church board. She will also be interviewing for her first District license in the Church of the Nazarene next week. She recently was presented with a special service award by the Housing and Community Services Agency of Lane County for serving as Chair of the HACSA agency.

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Sunday, December 22, 2013 - Fourth Sunday of Advent

Pastor John M. Hanna

"God's Good Gifts – The Gift of Eternal Life"

John 3:1-16; Romans 6:22-23

The good gift of God we receive in Christ is the gift of salvation, which frees us to live the full, abundant, and everlasting life that Jesus offers us.

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Sunday, December 15, 2013 - Third Sunday of Advent

Pastor John M. Hanna

"God's Good Gifts – The Gift of the Spirit"

Luke 11:1-13; Galatians 5:22-23

Of all the gifts that will be exchanged this holiday season, it is the gift of the Holy Spirit given to us by God through an amazing event called "sanctification" that is the most rewarding.

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Sunday, December 8, 2013 - Second Sunday of Advent

Due to the snow storm, below freezing temperatures, and icy roads, church services were cancelled. The congregation was encouraged to be safe by staying home.


Sunday, December 1, 2013 - First Sunday of Advent

Pastor John M. Hanna

"God’s Good Gifts – The Gift of Life"

Genesis 2:1-7; 18-23; Psalm 139:13-14

The Bible tells us in James 1:17 that every good and perfect gift comes from God. We often take for granted and perhaps don’t even recognize the good gifts God gives us, gifts that are far greater than any gift we will give or receive this season

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Sunday, November 24, 2013

Mission Sunday - Pastor John and the church board share the new mission of our church and what we believe God is calling each and everyone of us to be a part of.

Our new mission is, "Introducing people to Jesus, who changed history and changes lives today."

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Sunday, November 17, 2013

Special Guest – Rev. Ray Morris

Ray grew up in the Nazarene church and attended Northwest Nazarene University in Nampa, Idaho where he and Pastor John met and have been friends ever since. He is currently the pastor of the innovative Renaissance Church, an independent, non-denominational church in east Portland. The church meets in a coffee shop, Renaissance Cafe, which serves as Ray's home base for pastoring the neighborhood. He currently understands his calling as a missionary to the foreign culture of Portland. We welcome Ray and his wife Deidre to Springfield!

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Sunday, November 10, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"The Mark of a Jesus Follower – The 16 Important Words of Jesus in Mark 16:16 (NIV)"

Mark 16:1-16

In the NIV version of the Bible we read the following 16 words in Mark 16:16, "Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned" - the starting point for anyone who will follow Jesus; with a special video presentation from the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association entitled "The Cross."

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Sunday, November 3, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"The Mark of a Jesus Follower – When Followers are Faithful"

Mark 15:33-47

Faithfulness in following Jesus is best on display and lived out not when everything is going well but in the darkest and most difficult of circumstances.

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Sunday, October 27, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"The Mark of a Jesus Follower – When Followers Fail"

Mark 14:1-11; 27-52; 66-72

Even those with the best of intentions and willingness to faithfully follow Jesus will fall short and fail. And yet failure doesn’t have to defeat us, it can strengthen our commitment.

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Sunday, October 20, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"The Mark of a Jesus Follower – 'Watch!'"

Mark 13:3-13; 21-37

In what is the most "apocalyptic" chapter in the Gospel of Mark, Jesus warns those who would follow Him to be vigilant and attentive, especially in the last days.

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Sunday, October 13, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"The Mark of a Jesus Follower – Love God, Love Neighbor, Love Self"

Mark 12:28-44

In what is summarized as the greatest commandment, Jesus taught that following Him will require nothing less than love.

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Sunday, October 6, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"The Mark of a Jesus Follower – Authority, Prayer, and Forgiveness"

Mark 11:12-33

Jesus continues to impart to those who would follow Him the essential qualities that can and should be demonstrated.

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Sunday, September 29, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"The Mark of a Jesus Follower – Everything Means Everything"

Mark 10:13-31

Just when we thought the requirements that Jesus places on us to follow Him were demanding enough, Jesus reiterates that truly following Him will cost us everything.

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Sunday, September 22, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"The Mark of a Jesus Follower – Squabbling or Serving?"

Mark 9:33-50

The closing words of Jesus in Mark 9 to "be at peace with each other" was in direct response to the squabbling that followers of Jesus sometimes get caught up in that keep us distracted from our mission.

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Sunday, September 15, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"The Mark of a Jesus Follower – If Anyone Would Follow Me..."

Mark 8:22-38

In what are the definitive marks of a Jesus follower, Jesus succinctly lays out what it will take for anyone to follow Him.

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Sunday, September 8, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"The Mark of a Jesus Follower – Three Strikes and You're In"

Mark 7:24-37

Jesus of Nazareth extended the power of the Kingdom of God to any and all who would believe, even to "those kinds of people."

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Sunday, September 1, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"The Mark of a Jesus Follower – Blessed to be a Blessing"

Mark 6:30-44

Followers of Jesus have undoubtedly been graciously blessed beyond measure for the sole purpose of blessing others.

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Sunday, August 25, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"The Mark of a Jesus Follower – Relief, Resurrection, and Renewal"

Mark 5:21-43

The ministry of Jesus not only dramatically impacted people at their deepest point of need, but pointed toward a greater purpose of renewal in the grand purposes of God.

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Sunday, August 18, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"The Mark of a Jesus Follower – Seeds, Weeds, and a Story about Our Hearts"

Mark 4:1-20; 26-34

In one of the most fascinating stories that Jesus told, He talks about the condition of our hearts and our ability or lack thereof to receive the message of the Kingdom.

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Sunday, August 11, 2013

No sermon today because of an amazing move of the Holy Spirit that led to extended prayer, worship, and congregational testimonies of God’s grace, physical healing, and empowerment! God is working in remarkable ways!

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Sunday, August 4, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"The Mark of a Jesus Follower – Synagogues, Shriveled Hands, and Sabbath Breakers"

Mark 3:1-19; 31-35

As Jesus talks about those who do the will of God, we look at some of the ways He fulfilled God’s will as an example for us.

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Sunday, July 28, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"The Mark of a Jesus Follower – Is There a Patient in the House?"

Mark 2:1-17

Followers of Jesus have as their great and divine Physician the One who took them in when they were sick and makes them well.

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Sunday, July 21, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"The Mark of a Jesus Follower – Who Will Follow this Jesus?"

Mark 1:1-20

As we begin this series through the Gospel of Mark we start by asking the all important question, "Who will follow this Jesus?" in our quest to be authentic followers.

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Sunday, July 14, 2013

Presentation – Mission to Moore

On May 20, 2013 an EF5 tornado ripped through Moore, Oklahoma, just outside of Oklahoma City, completely devastating the town. Pastor John, Caleb, and Micah Hanna share about their recent trip to Moore and the week they spent in Oklahoma.

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Sunday, July 7, 2013

Speaker – Shari Painter

Shari is our new children’s leader and we are excited about the passion that she brings to love kids and lead them to Jesus. Tim Biggs is our music leader and he shares with us through song.

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Sunday, June 30, 2013

Speaker – Judith Pothier

We are so grateful to have Judith share with us from God’s Word this morning. Judith heads our prayer/healing ministry at the church and has a deep passion for the things of God.

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Sunday, June 23, 2013

Guest Speaker – Ray Gruener

Our speaker is Ray Gruener who hosts the television show "Answers to Addiction Jesus Christ's Way" which airs locally every Sunday on KEVU on 1:30 pm. Ray has a desire to see people set free from the bondages of sin and addiction. We welcome Ray and his wife Sharon to Springfield Church today!

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Sunday, June 16, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"A Father Is..."

Psalm 103:13; Proverbs 20:7

On this Father’s Day 2013, we look at those necessary qualities that make a man a father.

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Sunday, June 9, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"Swipe Generation – Facebook Can’t Compare with the Lamb’s Book"

Revelation 21:1-27

If only more people were as concerned about whether their name was listed in the Lamb’s Book of life than they were about what’s going on in Facebook.

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Sunday, June 2, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"Swipe Generation – Texting is a Bad Substitute for Togetherness"

Hebrews 10:19-25; I John 1:5-7

While texting and instant messaging are quick and expedient ways to communicate, they are poor alternatives for genuine Christian community.

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Sunday, May 26, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"Swipe Generation – Trojan Horses Make Bad Pets"

Matthew 7:13-23

Long before Trojan horses became synonymous with disruptions in our operating systems, Jesus warned of wolves in sheep's clothing that bring destruction.

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Sunday, May 19, 2013 - Pentecost Sunday

Pastor John M. Hanna

"Swipe Generation – Hotspots are Cool"

Psalm 4; Psalm 61

Unlike WiFi connections that are not always reliable and dependable, our connection with God through prayer can be the constant source of strength we daily need.

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Sunday, May 12, 2013 - Mother's Day

Today is a special Mother’s Day service giving honor to the special women in our lives. Renee Hanna will be sharing some thoughts about lessons she’s learned from her mother, and the children will be presenting handmade gifts to their moms.

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Sunday, May 5, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"Swipe Generation – Google Doesn't Have all the Answers"

Psalm 16:7-17:6

It can be all too easy to depend on the technology available to us today at the tip of our fingers than it is to seek out the Lord with all our heart.

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Sunday, April 28, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"Swipe Generation – God Isn’t an App"

Deuteronomy 11:13-21

With the development of the smart phone and with the world literally at our fingertips, it can be all too easy to compartmentalize God as we do our apps.

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Sunday, April 21, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"Your Life Matters – So Lose It!"

Matthew 10:39; Mark 8:35

In what seems to be quite the paradoxical statement, Jesus teaches that if life is to be truly lived, it must be given away in a lifetime of servanthood.

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Sunday, April 14, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"Your Life Matters – So Learn It!"

Romans 12:4-8

Since we are each distinctively created by God, life is a wonderful discovery of learning about ourselves and our unique gifts and abilities as we serve God by serving others.

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Sunday, April 7, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"Your Life Matters – So Love It!"

Matthew 22:35-40

Jesus taught that we should love God, which begins by loving our neighbor, which begins by first loving ourselves.

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Sunday, March 31, 2013 - Resurrection Sunday

Pastor John M. Hanna

"Your Life Matters – So Live It!"

John 10:10; 20:31

Because Jesus was raised to life from the dead, we too can live, truly live life to the full, to the glory of God!

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Sunday, March 24, 2013 - Palm Sunday

Pastor John M. Hanna

"Crucified with Christ – Take Up Your Cross"

Luke 9:18-27

Palm Sunday reminds us that casually following Jesus is a cause for joy and celebration. Good Friday reminds us that truly following Jesus will involve the self denial of taking up a cross.

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Sunday, March 17, 2013 - Fifth Sunday of Lent

Pastor John M. Hanna

"Crucified with Christ – The Death of a Seed"

John 12:20-36; Romans 6:8

Jesus gives a most remarkable and vivid analogy when He talks about the seed that first must die so that it can produce that which it could have never produced unless it died.

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Sunday, March 10, 2013 - Fourth Sunday of Lent

Pastor John M. Hanna

"Crucified with Christ – Christ Lives In Me"

Galatians 2:17-21

As we approach Holy Week and Good Friday, we are reminded that our participation with Christ in His death makes possible His life lived through us.

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Sunday, March 3, 2013 - Third Sunday of Lent

Faith Promise Sunday

Special Speaker – Glenn Culbertson

Glenn has pastored Nazarene churches for 20 years, including ministering in Mexico. Now he serves with the Voice Volunteer Network for Voice of the Martyrs. He has served on short term missions to Central America and the Caribbean. More recently, he ministered twice in India, teaching at Bible Colleges, conducting seminars, and leading a short term mission team. Currently, he is a regular contributor to "Global Prayer Digest," a monthly devotional focused on Unreached People Groups. And he acts as the administrator for “Summit to Summit Men's Retreat.”

Voice of the Martyrs (VOM) exists to help persecuted Christians and their families in more than 50 countries around the world. VOM began after the Communist Romanian government arrested Pastor Richard Wurmbrand and tortured him for years. When he and his family were allowed to leave the country they told the world what the Communists were doing. Today their ministry has grown to serve persecuted believers wherever they are. Find more information at www.persecution.com

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Sunday, February 24, 2013 - Second Sunday of Lent

Pastor John M. Hanna

"Christianity for Sinners – By Grace Through Faith"

Romans 5:17-6:2; Ephesians 2:1-5, 8-9

Our response to the grace of God that saves and sanctifies us from our sin is to continuously respond and live by faith in Him.

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Sunday, February 17, 2013 - First Sunday of Lent

With Pastor John unable to make it to church because of the flu, Renee and the children lead our congregation to pray through the Beatitudes.

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Sunday, February 10, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"Christianity for Sinners – Sanctification"

Ezekiel 36:24-29a; I Thessalonians 5:23-24

While we are saved from our sins when we seek forgiveness, there is a second equally necessary work that God desires to bring about in our lives that is required if we are to rise above sin.

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Sunday, February 3, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"Christianity for Sinners – Salvation"

Psalm 40:1-17; Hebrews 8:12

Since the beginning of time people have called out to God to save them from their troubles, distress, calamities, and sin… and He continues to deliver.

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Sunday, January 27, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"Christianity for Sinners – Repentance"

Acts 2:14-38; II Corinthians 7:10

Just as a key unlocks a door, repentance is the “key” that brings the forgiveness of God we desperately need and begins to unlock the grip that sin has on each of us.

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Sunday, January 20, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"Christianity for Sinners – Relationships"

Genesis 4:1-11; I John 3:11-12; 14-15; 23

When sin entered the world, not only has it separated humankind from God, but it continues to be the source of animosity and hostility between one another.

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Sunday, January 13, 2013

Pastor John M. Hanna

"Christianity for Sinners – Creation"

Genesis 2:4-7; Romans 8:19-23

This series is set to explore how the power of Christ is continuously at work in conquering the sin that has so saturated the world, beginning with redeeming creation itself and all creatures big and small.

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Sunday, January 6, 2013

No sermon today due to a very special outpouring of God's Spirit in worship that led to congregational prayers and sharing. What a remarkable first Sunday of the New Year!

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