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    Author: infofccmelroseorg

    Why MLK Jr. Day Is Still Needed

    There are efforts underway to get rid of this coming weekend’s federal holiday: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.  I think that would be catastrophic for our country’s…… Read more “Why MLK Jr. Day Is Still Needed”

    January 13, 2026 by infofccmelroseorg

    The One Minute Sermon

    A new person to our church mentioned to me that they are grateful that I don’t run on and on in my sermons.  I took it as…… Read more “The One Minute Sermon”

    January 6, 2026 by infofccmelroseorg

    Good News for 2026

    Here’s a fun fact: Recent surveys found that more people will be making New Year’s resolutions this year than last year.  Why would that be?  Well, it’s…… Read more “Good News for 2026”

    December 23, 2025 by infofccmelroseorg

    At Last, the Christ Candle

    Every Sunday of Advent during the Call to Worship and again during the Children’s Sermon, we have gather around the Advent Wreath. Each week, we have endeavored…… Read more “At Last, the Christ Candle”

    December 16, 2025 by infofccmelroseorg

    Why Christmas Pageants Still Matter

    This Sunday is Christmas Pageant Sunday! A special thank you to Heidi Buser for again organizing our annual pageant with its Dr. Seuss-esque narration. To anyone who…… Read more “Why Christmas Pageants Still Matter”

    December 10, 2025 by infofccmelroseorg

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