Sermons by Rev. Dr. Rick Vance (Page 3)

Rev. Dr. Richard (Rick) Vance joined the General Commission on United Methodist Men as director of the Center for Men’s Ministries in 2016.

Vance began his trek to the ordained ministry in 1992. Following his graduation from Wesley Theological Seminary (M.Div. 1995), he was ordained elder in the Peninsula-Delaware Annual Conference. He received a Doctor of Ministry degree in 2006 and served the conference as a pastor and leader of UMM workshops until his appointment to the commission in 2016.

Since joining the commission, Vance has published resources in leadership, discipleship and gender-based violence prevention. He leads workshops and conferences focusing on leadership, discipleship and men’s ministry.

Rick has been a keynote speaker at events throughout the U.S. and internationally. He is frequently asked to address issues related to “the discernment of spiritual gifts”, “how to reach young people”, and “the work of the Holy Spirit”.

Vance was named a fellow in the John Wesley Society of the United Methodist Men Foundation in 2017. He serves on the Board of Directors for Discipleship Bible Outreach Ministries.

Dec 24, 2019

Family Christmas Eve Sermon

Rev. Dr. Rick Vance

This Family Friendly Interactive re-telling of the Nativity Story is a good option for those who have evening plans, who want something different full of family and child like faith, or have small children, as well as anyone who prefers a distinctively different service. It is a little less than an hour in length and includes an opportunity for children to dress as their favorite part of the nativity. All children are invited to participate.

Dec 18, 2019

Blue Christmas Service

Rev. Dr. Rick Vance, Rev. Louise Cole

Blue Christmas: A Service of Healing and Hope is a service of scripture, stories, special music, silent reflection and healing prayer for those not so merry and hurting this time of year. It is a time to recognize that Christmas can be a bittersweet time of the year. The constant refrain we hear about getting together with family, reminds many people of what and who they have lost, or what they never had. The anguish of broken relationships, the insecurity…

Nov 27, 2019

Thanksgiving Eve Service

Rev. Dr. Rick Vance, Shelley McBurney

On the Eve of Thanksgiving we gather together to discuss how do we actually give thanks for what has been given to us. Listen as Rev. Dr. Rick Vance and Shelley McBurney discuss.