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This Sunday: February 15, 2026
SERMON
This Sunday: The Rev. Dr. Bill Hague
“The Gift of Grace that Keeps on Giving”
Bible Passages:
Deuteronomy 30:15-20; Psalm 119:1-8; Matthew 5:21-37
Lector: Steph Pratt
Crucifer: Maureen Sanders
Ushers: Scott Downs and Steve Bellavance
Fellowship: Rick Mayer and Ruth Donohugh
Flowers:Leland and Dianne Dennis, “In celebration of 10 loving and adventurous years of marriage, to this magical church, where we made our vows, and to 100 more!”
Jubal Joslyn, tenor
Cathryn Wilkinson, piano and organ
Prelude
Songs of Hope……….Ricky Ian Gordon
Will There Really Be a Morning
A Horse with Wings
Prayer
Joy
Offertory
Sometimes I Feel Like A Motherless Child……….African American Spiritual, arr. Coleridge Taylor
Postlude
Praise to the Lord, the Almighty……….Joachim Neander, arr. Cherwien
Music for today comes from two widely different sources. February is Black History month. The African American tradition is rich with imagery and moving melodies, one being “Sometimes I Feel Like A Motherless Child” by Samuel Coleridge-Taylor. Coleridge-Taylor was raised in London and built his reputation as a composer and conductor in the Western European tradition. He performed widely across North America and championed the musical heritage of African Americans.
Ricky Ian Gordon is New York through and through, where he currently resides, teaches, and composes vocal music that spans art song, opera, and musical theater. He has received the Sondheim Award, among many others. The song selections are inspired by thoughts of hope, set to poetry by Langston Hughes, Emily Dickinson, and Ricky Ian Gordon.
Last Sunday’s Service
Sunday Services Archive
The Rev. Dr. Michael Harbert
Pastor's Letter
Dear CitF Family,
As you read this I am away for a week of “study leave” at Lake Tahoe with two of my life-long friends. I’ve shared a picture above from when the three of us gathered at this same time and place last year. Each year we gather for a time of spiritual retreat—to share how we are doing, enjoy great walks along the beautiful and chilly lake, eat some good food and pray for one another as we move into our New Year. We’ve been doing this since we met in college many years ago.
I’m so glad you’re in good hands in my absence, with the Rev. Dr. Bill Hague preaching this Sunday and the Rev. Natalie Stewart assisting. They are also available this week if there is a pastoral emergency. If needed, please call the church office to make your need known.
My prayers are with you and I look forward to being with you again on the 22nd!
Grace and Peace,
Pastor Mike
Small Groups & Bible Study
Growth Groups
These are gatherings where CitF members and friends can explore faith and deepen fellowship.
Sunday Bible Study
We meet every Sunday in the Multipurpose Room
from 9:00 – 9:40 a.m.
to discuss the scripture passages of the day.
Pastor Mike leads our weekly discussions.
Women’s Bible Study
with Rev. Dr. Laura Harbert
The third Tuesday of each month 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Starting Tuesday, February 17th
At Mia Jarick’s home in Pacific Grove
Contact Mia to RSVP
miajarick1@yahoo.com
831-917-3202
Men’s Bible Study
Men’s Bible Study meets on Thursdays from
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
in the Multipurpose Room and/or on Zoom (as announced)
and is studying the Old Testament book of Daniel.
For more information contact Bob Axley at rjaxley@icloud.com