The Vine UMC Podcast

Erin's Story: Called Beyond The Walls | This Is Our Story Week 2

Behind every ministry is a story, a journey shaped by calling, struggle, hope, and grace. In this six-week preaching series, This Is Our Story, the pastors of The Vine will share their personal paths to ministry: our gifts, our passions, and the moments that shaped our call. As we open our lives to you, we will also reflect on how these stories are woven into the larger story of The Vine, a hybrid faith community rooted in healing and belonging. Through our stories, may you hear echoes of your own and be reminded that God is still writing a story in all of us.
Pastor Erin shares her journey of being called into ministry at a young age and how that call has transformed over time. From first sensing God's voice while in college to stepping into leadership early on, her path has been shaped by both deep conviction and the shifting landscape of the church. As traditional models of ministry have evolved, Pastor Erin has been drawn to cultivate new, Spirit-led expressions of faith that extend beyond the four walls of the church. Her story reflects a longing to embody the spirit of the early church, a movement grounded in belonging, healing, and shared mission. Through her testimony, Pastor Erin invites the community to see that God’s call is not fixed, but ever-unfolding, and that each person’s story is part of the larger narrative God continues to write.
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Sean's Story: Are you sure you are calling me? | This Is Our Story Week 1

Behind every ministry is a story, a journey shaped by calling, struggle, hope, and grace. In this six-week preaching series, This Is Our Story, the pastors of The Vine will share their personal paths to ministry: our gifts, our passions, and the moments that shaped our call. As we open our lives to you, we will also reflect on how these stories are woven into the larger story of The Vine, a hybrid faith community rooted in healing and belonging. Through our stories, may you hear echoes of your own and be reminded that God is still writing a story in all of us.
Pastor Sean shares his journey of being called into ministry at a later age after working in retail management for several years. It was a difficult but faith filled decision to step away from something that was comfortable and easy but what God called Sean into something that was something greater than he could ever imagine. Through his testimony you will see how God showed just how God’s faithfulness grew in Sean’s life but also called Sean to be faithful in his journey with learning how to trust and obey. This old hymn is still one of his favorite hymns today.
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Happy or Blessed? | Sermon on the Mount Week 6

The Sermon on the Mount is more than a collection of wise sayings—it is a revolutionary invitation to live in alignment with the kingdom of God. Over six weeks, we’ll explore how Jesus redefines righteousness—not as external performance but as a transformation that begins deep within. From our attitudes to our motivations, our relationships to our foundations, Jesus calls us to build lives that reflect God’s heart. This series challenges us to move beyond surface faith and let Christ shape us from the inside out.
 
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Righteousness the Matter | Sermon on the Mount Week 5

The Sermon on the Mount is more than a collection of wise sayings—it is a revolutionary invitation to live in alignment with the kingdom of God. Over six weeks, we’ll explore how Jesus redefines righteousness—not as external performance but as a transformation that begins deep within. From our attitudes to our motivations, our relationships to our foundations, Jesus calls us to build lives that reflect God’s heart. This series challenges us to move beyond surface faith and let Christ shape us from the inside out.
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Let Jesus Speak Into Your Life | Sermon on the Mount Week 4

The Sermon on the Mount is more than a collection of wise sayings—it is a revolutionary invitation to live in alignment with the kingdom of God. Over six weeks, we’ll explore how Jesus redefines righteousness—not as external performance but as a transformation that begins deep within. From our attitudes to our motivations, our relationships to our foundations, Jesus calls us to build lives that reflect God’s heart. This series challenges us to move beyond surface faith and let Christ shape us from the inside out.
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What are you building on? | Sermon on the Mount Week 3

The Sermon on the Mount is more than a collection of wise sayings—it is a revolutionary invitation to live in alignment with the kingdom of God. Over six weeks, we’ll explore how Jesus redefines righteousness—not as external performance but as a transformation that begins deep within. From our attitudes to our motivations, our relationships to our foundations, Jesus calls us to build lives that reflect God’s heart. This series challenges us to move beyond surface faith and let Christ shape us from the inside out.
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Check the Mirror First | Sermon on the Mount Week 2

The Sermon on the Mount is more than a collection of wise sayings—it is a revolutionary invitation to live in alignment with the kingdom of God. Over six weeks, we’ll explore how Jesus redefines righteousness—not as external performance but as a transformation that begins deep within. From our attitudes to our motivations, our relationships to our foundations, Jesus calls us to build lives that reflect God’s heart. This series challenges us to move beyond surface faith and let Christ shape us from the inside out.
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Whose Applause Are You After? | Sermon on the Mount Week 1

The Sermon on the Mount is more than a collection of wise sayings—it is a revolutionary invitation to live in alignment with the kingdom of God. Over six weeks, we’ll explore how Jesus redefines righteousness—not as external performance but as a transformation that begins deep within. From our attitudes to our motivations, our relationships to our foundations, Jesus calls us to build lives that reflect God’s heart. This series challenges us to move beyond surface faith and let Christ shape us from the inside out.
 
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Empathy as Sacred Connection | Practicing Empathy Week 4

Empathy reminds us of our shared humanity and divine origin. We are all made in the image of God. When we practice empathy, we honor that image in ourselves and in others. This final week, we’ll reflect on how empathy deepens our relationships and connects us in the sacred web of God’s creation.
 
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Empathy as Resistance | Practicing Empathy Week 3

Empathy is resistance against a culture of indifference, division, and dehumanization. When we choose to understand rather than ignore, and connect rather than condemn, we become part of God’s work of justice. This week, we’ll talk about how empathy can be a powerful tool in confronting the forces of evil and injustice in this world.
 
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