November 22, 2023
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We have the privilege of leading a multi-generational, maturity-diverse congregation. Like you, we want God to be glorified in our congregation and community through our homes, workplaces, and campuses....
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September 27, 2023
by Shane Kohout
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Local Impact
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This is the first part in a 3 part series updating our church on our local missions. This post focuses on our Pre-born and Family ministries....
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September 27, 2023
by Shane Kohout
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Local Impact
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This is the second post in a 3 part series on our local missions. We have partnered with a new local ministry that exists to mourish bodies and souls with dignity and grace by providing low-cost groceries to ALICE families....
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September 27, 2023
by Shane Kohout
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Local Impact
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In this final post in our local mission update series, we look at our partnership with several other local churches. We also have some exciting upcoming opportunities for mission together!...
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January 26, 2023
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We pray for an increase in lives saved, dignity affirmed, and the hope, not of a better life, but of eternal life shared....
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September 23, 2022
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Grow
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Looking for a great new read? We've got some updated suggestions in our Connect Room for you—here's a preview of what's new!...
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January 27, 2022
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We would like to take a moment to say a heartfelt ‘Thank you!’ to all of you. Your generosity allows us to extend our mission to Love, Grow and Share as we are seeing lives transformed through the gospel. We’re grateful for each of you as you are doing your part, not only in giving but in serving and participating in the community that makes up Metro Life Church....
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May 4, 2021
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We gathered at the end of April to review a few items related to the life of the church - including what it means to be a transformational church in the years ahead - you can review that meeting here...
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April 4, 2021
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Making Sense of God, a CHURCH PICNIC, Gather (a new event for women), Neighbor 2 Neighbor, and more - Take a look at what's happening this month at MLC!...
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March 13, 2021
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Not just things to do, our bulletin offers ways to get involved, find fellowship, grow or even use the gifts God has uniquely given you - take a look at what's happening this month at MLC!...
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January 27, 2021
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Here is an update related to our current response to COVID-19 throughout our gatherings and facility. We hope that this helps you and your family make the best decision for your needs....
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November 24, 2020
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Some of the sweetest times for small groups/gatherings or families are when they can participate in the Lord’s Supper together. The Bible stresses the importance of unity in Communion, which is why taking Communion with those you do life with on a regular basis can be powerful....
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July 31, 2020
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Love for others will continue to be our overarching priority as we return. To that end, and in keeping with our local government guidelines, we will continue to practice physical distancing in the building. Masks are required as you enter, in the lobby, and while moving within the building. Additionally, we ask that all conversations take place outside of the building. ...
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April 7, 2020
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| Tags: Grow, Love, Easter, SHARE, Good Friday, communion
Some of the sweetest times for small groups/gatherings or families are when they can participate in the Lord’s Supper together. The Bible stresses the importance of unity in Communion, which is why taking Communion with those you do life with on a regular basis can be powerful....
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March 20, 2020
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It can be easy to say "be on mission" or "love your neighbor" at times like this, scripture tells us to be ready to give a "defense for our faith" (I Peter 3:15), but where might we even consider staring?
Here are some practical ways you can be equipped to respond when most helpful, it's a "round-up of resources" so to speak. Let's begin with Prayer......
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March 10, 2020
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Our aim here is to provide clarity to the definition and expression of the Gifts of the Spirit at Metro Life Church. This will help both in right belief, teaching and practice of the gifts in all expressions throughout the church....
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August 20, 2019
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Ladies, this fall we've got additional ways for you to find community together. These groups meet weekly, bi-weekly, every other week, monthly...whatever will serve the group in carrying out the purpose, vision and mission of the group for a 6 week to 4 month period of time. Click here to find out more...
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March 3, 2019
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A deeper look into the biblical connections of Hebrews 10:19-25 to 10 other verses in Hebrews and 11 through the rest of scripture including the references....
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April 5, 2018
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A behind the scenes look to see and understand some of the work of our design team and process in putting together resources for our series. I’m grateful for a church that values creativity as a part of the way that we display the Glory of God, our creator!...
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February 17, 2018
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God has a purpose for us on this earth. That calling is to be on mission for God where He has placed us. And since many people spend the majority of their waking hours on the job, we have to stop compartmentalizing life into “spiritual activities” and “work activities.” How are we living examples of the gospel while we work? ...
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January 18, 2018
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Like the sun keeping planets in orbit, God is at the center of existence and our lives are meant to center on Him. The truth is that our lives often don't center on Him. Most of us go each day unaware of the unimaginable power of God.
The grand narrative of scripture began with God and all of history centers around God. But we constantly fail to center our lives on Him an...
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January 10, 2018
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We are grateful that the resolve that God has for His own Glory is far greater than our resolutions will ever be! Here are the songs that we sang on Sunday to reflect on that truth......
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September 7, 2017
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As we have continued to monitor the weather for the weekend as well as be in contact with local authorities, we think it best to go ahead and cancel all weekend services and activities through Monday. Many are already recommending that individuals be in place by 5p on Saturday.
We will assess any further scheduling updates as needed beyond that. More than any of these det...
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September 6, 2017
by Aron Osborne
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As we are preparing individually for what we pray will not happen, we are also preparing for the church as to schedules and safety precautions. We will be sending you updates along the way as to our Sunday schedule and serving those in need as the weather service determines the track.
As of 11:30 AM on Wednesday, our weekend service is still planned.
In the meantime we...
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July 2, 2017
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Here's a collection of resources for further study on rejection of worldliness and the blessing of repentance...
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June 1, 2017
by Shane Kohout
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Alive
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Shane gives us a glimpse into the summer of 2017 and the plans that Alive Youth Group has together...
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March 21, 2017
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Alive
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The past several summers have been a great time fellowshipping together, spending time in God's Word and going all out transforming whatever location we were going to for our teens to have an experience they'll never forget. As we were praying through plans for this year one thing we considered was how we can best minister to teens based on where they were at in life. We...
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January 1, 2017
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Life Together
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Perhaps your family is like mine, enjoying the break but making plans for the year ahead... there's family, school, vacations, budgets and a list of other things to consider. It can get overwhelming and at times we find our calendars full before we've even considered the things that God would want us to engage in through His church. This year, we've put together what we ho...
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September 30, 2016
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Local Impact
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Chris takes a moment to update us on the Casselberry Community Funtober Fest and how over the past several years we have had the opportunity to serve our community outside of the four walls of our church building or the 9 acres of our church property....
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September 19, 2016
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Alive
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The point this past Sunday was for our students to understand the role Jesus played in physically demonstrating God’s glory on this earth, and that they would evaluate what effect truly “seeing” Jesus’ glory has or could have on their relationship with Christ. Read more from our latest Alive Middle School Meting Here...
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September 15, 2016
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Alive
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Through Jesus and the work of the Spirit, God would establish a new covenant and give lasting life to his people in the new heavens and new earth. Jesus is the One through whom all of these promises find fulfillment, first in his sacrificial death as a necessary and just payment for sin and then in his victorious resurrection and reign as King....
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September 11, 2016
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Alive
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God’s glory can be one of those “church” words students think they understand. Until they actually try to define it. Then, they realize they really don’t have a good grasp on what God’s glory is. After this study, they won’t have any problem knowing what God’s glory is, and how it affects their lives....
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July 7, 2016
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Alive
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THE STORY SO FAR God created a kingdom, and he is the King, but he made human beings to represent him in that kingdom. Adam and Eve rejected this call, which led to sin and death. But God promised to defeat the Serpent through the seed of the woman, who is also the seed of Abraham. Through Abraham’s family, and specifically Judah’s royal seed, David, the covenant bless...
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June 16, 2016
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Alive
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THE STORY SO FAR God created a kingdom, and he is the King, but he made human beings to represent him in that kingdom. Adam and Eve rejected this call, which led to sin and death. But God promised to defeat the Serpent through the seed of the woman, who is also the seed of Abraham. Through Abraham’s family, and specifically Judah’s royal seed, David, the covenant bless...
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June 12, 2016
by Stephanie Jessee
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Truth Quest
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We are SO excited to have your kids join us as we learn that GOD IS WITH ME WHEREVER I GO.
Please read through this post as it will help you know what to expect next week related to check-in, daily routines of camp, special details for Friday and our special presentation for families...
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May 19, 2016
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Alive
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In order to finally defeat sin God would not send an animal sacrifice. Instead He would send a suffering servant and the Lord would lay on this servant the sin of all his people....
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May 12, 2016
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Alive
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We are halfway through our 16 verses series and our 8th stop brings us to King David. While there are many things about his life that are commonly recalled such as his days as a shepherd, triumph over Goliath, Kingship, sin and repentance there is one aspect of his life that can commonly be overlooked. His desire was to build a temple as a permanent place for the presenc...
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March 18, 2016
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Music & Worship
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We’d like to introduce you to celebrating Christ’s Resurrection by Flowering the Cross. During the corporate singing in the Easter Sunday morning service, you will see a wire-covered, wooden cross at the front. Place your flowers in the wire frame or around the foot of the cross. The old rugged cross is transformed with life and beauty before our eyes. Children and a...
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March 17, 2016
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Alive
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Even as He concluded His condemning words to the serpent, God gave a hint at what He planned to do for the human race. He would not leave then without hope. And, in these words of hope, we find a pattern for the conflict that will continue until the new creation comes....
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March 3, 2016
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Alive
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Genesis 3 is one of the most heartbreaking chapters in the entire Bible, because in it, we see God’s good creation turn rotten. In it, we see Adam and Eve, whom God made to love and trust Him, and to rule on His behalf, turn their backs on Him. And the saddest part of all is that every one of us can see ourselves reflected in Adam and Eve....
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February 28, 2016
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Local Impact
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We want to see the Kingdom of God built in Casselberry and surrounding areas. This is the location that we’ve set down roots as a church family and we want to serve our community well. More than that we have a vision for something far greater than the name of one church in the area, to that end Metro Life Church, Church Together, Willow Creek PCA, New Covenant Assembly o...
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January 21, 2016
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Alive
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We wanted to give you all a way to know what's been happening in our Alive meetings, here's a recap from our time together last night....
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October 22, 2015
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Local Impact
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We are excited for the opportunity to host several tents at the upcoming "Halloween Spooktoberfest" with the city of Casselberry.
We need your help and here's how!...
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October 6, 2015
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Local Impact
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Throughout our history we’ve enjoyed celebrating the Autumnal season together through events like Fall festivals, community outreaches, etc. This year was shaping up to be like so many we’ve previously enjoyed as we were planning for a Trunk-or-Treat style event.
That was, until a few weeks ago when I had the opportunity to meet with the event planners for the City ...
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July 7, 2015
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Gospel Series
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May we be less consumed with the diagnosis of our heart and more overwhelmed at the triumphant prognosis that Christ brings to our human condition as we consider these things, pray through them, asking God to change our hearts....
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June 22, 2015
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Truth Quest
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Here's your way to review everything that we learned and did at this year's Vacation Bible School: Bible Blast to the Past. Take a step back in time, all the way to last week, and discover the INCREDIBLE, FAITHFUL, INVINCIBLE, UNCONDITIONAL and REAL love of God the Father through His Son Jesus Christ....
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March 4, 2015
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Local Impact
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We want to see the Kingdom of God built in Casselberry and surrounding areas. This is the location that we’ve set down roots as a church family and we want to serve our community well. More than that we have a vision for something far greater than the name of one church in the area, to that end Metro Life Church and Church Together are partnering with one another for our...
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February 11, 2015
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Alive
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In this update on Alive, our ministry to students in middle and high school, Chris introduces us to a group of individuals who are seeking to make a difference in the life of our teens. D-Group (short for Discipleship Group) leaders want to break down walls as students walk in so they don’t have a chance to feel lonely, scared, or bored. Our goal in Alive is an engagem...
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June 4, 2014
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Music & Worship
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Good morning,
Here is a brief recap of the songs that we used to worship God through as well as some of the scriptures that inform them....
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April 17, 2014
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Alive
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We’ve been studying God’s Love recently, more specifically God’s Love as a part of His Character, God’s Love in it’s greatest display through the cross and how we’re called to show or display God’s Love as those who have so generously received it. Would you consider today how you’re being called to show love to other...
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November 19, 2013
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Build
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Shells are great for collecting. But if you take them out of the water and put them on a shelf, they all show one main thing: life used to be here but it’s not here any more. Romans 12:9-16 is about not settling for just the shell of something. Several times in in this passage, God calls us to more than just outward expressions of a commitment to one another, but a ...
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