Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. In this year’s edition of "Finding God in the Music" we will dive into the protest songs of the 1960s and 70s, exploring how these powerful anthems of love, peace, and justice echo the timeless truths of Scripture. Each week, we will examine a different song from this era, reflecting on its messa…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Today we worship at the farm, courtesy of the Koser family near Nicollet, MN. Pastor Matt speaks about patience and letting God handle things, even when we want control. Text NEW to 507-575-4222 to connect with Hilltop United Methodist Church. Hilltop United Methodist Church is located in Mankato…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. On a trip to Scotland in 2019, while Bishop Lanette was stepping onto a bus, the driver instructed her to “mind the gap” between the platform and the vehicle. “I believe God has uniquely positioned the United Methodist Church in Minnesota to be trailblazers as we mind the gaps of society,” she sa…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Lake Life: Finding God's Presence During the Summer In this concise 3-week series, we will explore how to see, know, and experience God while enjoying summer in Minnesota. Reflecting on the peacefulness and serenity of “up-north” experiences, we will emphasize the importance of starting each day …

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Lake Life: Finding God's Presence During the Summer. In this concise 3-week series, we will explore how to see, know, and experience God while enjoying summer in Minnesota. Reflecting on the peacefulness and serenity of “up-north” experiences, we will emphasize the importance of starting each day…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Lake Life: Finding God's Presence During the Summer In this concise 3-week series, we will explore how to see, know, and experience God while enjoying summer in Minnesota. Reflecting on the peacefulness and serenity of “up-north” experiences, we will emphasize the importance of starting each day …

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. This Sunday we have a thought-provoking and heartwarming message inspired by the beloved movies “Inside Out” and “Inside Out 2.” Abbie Page, our youth director, will delve into the fascinating world of our complex emotions and explore how each plays a crucial role in our lives. As Christians, we …

Whether you're a seasoned player, an avid fan, or simply attending to celebrate and worship, welcome to this softball /baseball themed worship service. In baseball and softball, we witness the power of teamwork, the thrill of competition, and the joy of community. These team sports teach us valuable lessons about perseverance, discipline, and the i…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. This week we welcome pastor Brad Herman, who shares his journey. Text NEW to 507-575-4222 to connect with Hilltop United Methodist Church. Hilltop United Methodist Church is located in Mankato Minnesota and we pray that everyone would experience God's presence through this channel. We are happy t…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Every social group is shaped by its core stories, customs, and histories, which collectively contribute to its character. These formative traditions serve as the foundation of a collective identity, akin to pieces of a mosaic. In the context of our faith, each story represents a building block in…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Every social group is shaped by its core stories, customs, and histories, which collectively contribute to its character. These formative traditions serve as the foundation of a collective identity, akin to pieces of a mosaic. In the context of our faith, each story represents a building block in…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Every social group is shaped by its core stories, customs, and histories, which collectively contribute to its character. These formative traditions serve as the foundation of a collective identity, akin to pieces of a mosaic. In the context of our faith, each story represents a building block in…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Every social group is shaped by its core stories, customs, and histories, which collectively contribute to its character. These formative traditions serve as the foundation of a collective identity, akin to pieces of a mosaic. In the context of our faith, each story represents a building block in…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Every social group is shaped by its core stories, customs, and histories, which collectively contribute to its character. These formative traditions serve as the foundation of a collective identity, akin to pieces of a mosaic. In the context of our faith, each story represents a building block in…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Every social group is shaped by its core stories, customs, and histories, which collectively contribute to its character. These formative traditions serve as the foundation of a collective identity, akin to pieces of a mosaic. In the context of our faith, each story represents a building block in…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Every social group is shaped by its core stories, customs, and histories, which collectively contribute to its character. These formative traditions serve as the foundation of a collective identity, akin to pieces of a mosaic. In the context of our faith, each story represents a building block in…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Every social group is shaped by its core stories, customs, and histories, which collectively contribute to its character. These formative traditions serve as the foundation of a collective identity, akin to pieces of a mosaic. In the context of our faith, each story represents a building block in…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Every social group is shaped by its core stories, customs, and histories, which collectively contribute to its character. These formative traditions serve as the foundation of a collective identity, akin to pieces of a mosaic. In the context of our faith, each story represents a building block in…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Every social group is shaped by its core stories, customs, and histories, which collectively contribute to its character. These formative traditions serve as the foundation of a collective identity, akin to pieces of a mosaic. In the context of our faith, each story represents a building block in…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. A message from Hilltop Church member Barb Keith. Text NEW to 507-575-4222 to connect with Hilltop United Methodist Church. Hilltop United Methodist Church is located in Mankato Minnesota and we pray that everyone would experience God's presence through this channel. We are happy to interact onlin…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. The Second Sunday of Easter in some traditions is known as Quasimodo Sunday. Most people know the name Quasimodo from Victor Hugo's 1831 novel "The Hunchback of Notre-Dame" or one of it's various adaptations to film. The name Quasimodo (or Quasimodogeniti) originates from the incipit of this day'…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Easter Sunday is the day Christians around the world celebrate Jesus' resurrection from the dead. Easter is also a season in the church (The Great 50 Days) that is an extended celebration of the resurrection and the vast new reality that this event brings to the world. Clarence Jordan, co-founder…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. In life and in death, Jesus’ words were powerful and meaningful. Despite the serious effort and increased pain required for Jesus to speak as he hung on the cross, Jesus spoke seven “final words”—statements that have much to teach us about Jesus, the Holy Trinity, and ourselves. Each week we'll e…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. In life and in death, Jesus’ words were powerful and meaningful. Despite the serious effort and increased pain required for Jesus to speak as he hung on the cross, Jesus spoke seven “final words”—statements that have much to teach us about Jesus, the Holy Trinity, and ourselves. Each week we'll e…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. In life and in death, Jesus’ words were powerful and meaningful. Despite the serious effort and increased pain required for Jesus to speak as he hung on the cross, Jesus spoke seven “final words”—statements that have much to teach us about Jesus, the Holy Trinity, and ourselves. Each week we'll e…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. In life and in death, Jesus’ words were powerful and meaningful. Despite the serious effort and increased pain required for Jesus to speak as he hung on the cross, Jesus spoke seven “final words”—statements that have much to teach us about Jesus, the Holy Trinity, and ourselves. Each week we'll e…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. In life and in death, Jesus’ words were powerful and meaningful. Despite the serious effort and increased pain required for Jesus to speak as he hung on the cross, Jesus spoke seven “final words”—statements that have much to teach us about Jesus, the Holy Trinity, and ourselves. Each week we'll e…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. In life and in death, Jesus’ words were powerful and meaningful. Despite the serious effort and increased pain required for Jesus to speak as he hung on the cross, Jesus spoke seven “final words”—statements that have much to teach us about Jesus, the Holy Trinity, and ourselves. Each week we'll e…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. This service will have the traditional imposition of ashes along with the kick-off to our Lenten theme: The Seven Last Words of Christ. Text NEW to 507-575-4222 to connect with Hilltop United Methodist Church. Hilltop United Methodist Church is located in Mankato Minnesota and we pray that everyo…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. How to Read Revelation is for those who are confused by, afraid of, and/or preoccupied with the book of Revelation. In rescuing the Apocalypse from those who either completely misinterpret it or completely ignore it, we’re going to spend 5 weeks diving into the Biblical text itself and its import…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. How to Read Revelation is for those who are confused by, afraid of, and/or preoccupied with the book of Revelation. In rescuing the Apocalypse from those who either completely misinterpret it or completely ignore it, we’re going to spend 5 weeks diving into the Biblical text itself and its import…

On this podcast Pastor Mathew Sipe and Juston Cline discuss the 7 Church Trends for 2024, predicted by Carey Nieuwhof. If you would like to look at the data while listening here is the link to the original article: https://careynieuwhof.com/church-trends-2024/ This became a good lengthy discussion with expansion on almost all 7 of the topics. We ho…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. How to Read Revelation is for those who are confused by, afraid of, and/or preoccupied with the book of Revelation. In rescuing the Apocalypse from those who either completely misinterpret it or completely ignore it, we’re going to spend 5 weeks diving into the Biblical text itself and its import…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. How to Read Revelation is for those who are confused by, afraid of, and/or preoccupied with the book of Revelation. In rescuing the Apocalypse from those who either completely misinterpret it or completely ignore it, we’re going to spend 5 weeks diving into the Biblical text itself and its import…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. How to Read Revelation is for those who are confused by, afraid of, and/or preoccupied with the book of Revelation. In rescuing the Apocalypse from those who either completely misinterpret it or completely ignore it, we’re going to spend 5 weeks diving into the Biblical text itself and its import…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. A special message from our District Superintendent Woojae Im. Text NEW to 507-575-4222 to connect with Hilltop United Methodist Church. Hilltop United Methodist Church is located in Mankato Minnesota and we pray that everyone would experience God's presence through this channel. We are happy to i…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. “You Say You Want a Resolution" including Spiritual Practice: Start, Stop, More, Less. This is a sermon and spiritual practice by guest preacher Rev. Nate Melcher from Richfield United Methodist Church. Text NEW to 507-575-4222 to connect with Hilltop United Methodist Church. Hilltop United Metho…

What's your favorite part of Christmas? After an opening with a child's view, Pastor Matt looks at Isaiah 9:2-7. Text NEW to 507-575-4222 to connect with Hilltop United Methodist Church. Hilltop United Methodist Church is located in Mankato Minnesota and we pray that everyone would experience God's presence through this channel. We are happy to int…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. With two wars raging in Gaza and Ukraine, and our restless hearts so prone to raging at others, especially with another election cycle about to start, PEACE comes surging into our midst again this Advent. It comes on the wings of the angels to the shepherds and in the words of the prophet Isaiah …

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. With two wars raging in Gaza and Ukraine, and our restless hearts so prone to raging at others, especially with another election cycle about to start, PEACE comes surging into our midst again this Advent. It comes on the wings of the angels to the shepherds and in the words of the prophet Isaiah …

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. With two wars raging in Gaza and Ukraine, and our restless hearts so prone to raging at others, especially with another election cycle about to start, PEACE comes surging into our midst again this Advent. It comes on the wings of the angels to the shepherds and in the words of the prophet Isaiah …

This is part 3 of 3 episodes where we sit down with Pastor Matt Sipe, Rev. Brian Marcoulier, Pastor Jake Adams-Wilson, Pastor Matt Fowler, and Pastor Rob Hamilton. This time they discuss what 3 things each of them feels the congregation needs to know about the life of a Pastor and what has been the most important thing they have learned in that rol…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. With two wars raging in Gaza and Ukraine, and our restless hearts so prone to raging at others, especially with another election cycle about to start, PEACE comes surging into our midst again this Advent. It comes on the wings of the angels to the shepherds and in the words of the prophet Isaiah …

This is part 2 of 3 episodes where we sit down with Pastor Matt Sipe, Rev. Brian Marcoulier, Pastor Jake Adams-Wilson, Pastor Matt Fowler, and Pastor Rob Hamilton. This time they discuss the split currently happening in the United Methodist Church and what it means to each of their respective conferences. Text NEW to 507-575-4222 to connect with Hi…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Hilltop is in the middle of a Capital Campaign called: Honor the Past - Hope for the Future. This campaign is based off of Romans 15:13 "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." For the next several weeks we…

This is part 1 of 3 episodes where we sit down with Pastor Matt Sipe, Rev. Brian Marcoulier, Pastor Jake Adams-Wilson, Pastor Matt Fowler, and Pastor Rob Hamilton. This time they discuss what some of the best things about being a pastor are and what their friendship really means to them. Text NEW to 507-575-4222 to connect with Hilltop United Metho…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Hilltop is in the middle of a Capital Campaign called: Honor the Past - Hope for the Future. This campaign is based off of Romans 15:13 "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." For the next several weeks we…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Hilltop is in the middle of a Capital Campaign called: Honor the Past - Hope for the Future. This campaign is based off of Romans 15:13 "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." For the next several weeks we…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Hilltop is in the middle of a Capital Campaign called: Honor the Past - Hope for the Future. This campaign is based off of Romans 15:13 "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." For the next several weeks we…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Hilltop is in the middle of a Capital Campaign called: Honor the Past - Hope for the Future. This campaign is based off of Romans 15:13 "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." For the next several weeks we…