Author Archives: Pastor Jesse

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About Pastor Jesse

I am someone loved by Jesus - a disciple, husband, father, pastor, and engineer. God has a mission and invites us into it. I want to do my part to encourage and equip people for life on that mission!

FCMC News and Locations

Posted on September 8, 2015 by Pastor Jesse

I wanted to let you know what’s coming up in the next few weeks with First Coast Missional Communities: 1) Worship – We’re holding our monthly worship celebration on Saturday, September 12 at 6:30 freshly renovated St.  John’s Room at … Continue reading →

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Bivocational Pastor Reflections

Posted on August 31, 2015 by Pastor Jesse

A few days ago, I posted a short statement of Facebook about being a bi-vocational pastor.  But I’d like to give a more complete answer.  In doing so, I have two groups in mind: 1) those who may be thinking of … Continue reading →

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Wounded Disciples

Posted on August 30, 2015 by Pastor Jesse

Bless the LORD, O my soul, and do not forget all his benefits– who forgives all your iniquity, who heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from the pit, who crowns you with steadfast love and mercy… (Psalm 103:3 … Continue reading →

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FCMC Prayer Requests

Posted on August 21, 2015 by Pastor Jesse

Please keep us in your prayers: The Stewards are meeting: (Jim, Rita, Cathy, Kent, Nicholl, Jesse, and Kris comes, too!) Jesse is preaching at the Presbyterian Church in Waycross in August. The Wehmeiers are sharing part of their story. Norma … Continue reading →

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Why People Are Disillusioned with the Church AND Things To Do About It

Posted on August 16, 2015 by Pastor Jesse

Originally posted on LoveFirst Coast:
Why are people disillusioned with the church?  There are too many reasons.  In a short video, Mark Vanderstelt (Soma Communities) shares insight from a couple in his fellowship that had become disillusioned with church.  I summarize the…

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