Scott Kratz

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Isaiah & The Advent of Christ

To Us a Child is Born

December 22, 2024 · Isaiah 9:6-7; Luke 2:8-14

Has Christmas become more about the presents, or His presence? There are many names given to Jesus, but perhaps one to embrace this season- a gift to unwrap, and to treasure- is that He is our Prince of Peace. Isaiah foretold it, the angels retold it, but what does it mean for…

Following the Lamb

Being Present is a Gift

September 22, 2024 · Deuteronomy 11:8-21

Following Jesus, the Lamb, in our culture is challenging! It was in Jesus’ day too. Human nature and selfish desires is a cultural reality that doesn’t change with time. The word “technology” isn’t used in scripture, but we recognize it as a prized piece of our culture which…

What’s STANDing in your way?

April 7, 2024 · Exodus 5:1-9, 5:22- 6:8

Celebrate Recovery Sunday! CR is a Christ-centered 12 step recovery program that we’ve hosted at Franconia for almost 18 years! Our Celebrate Recovery group will be leading us on a journey from bondage to God’s promises, following the Israelites on a bumpy, and less than…

Peaceful Practices

Putting on Humility and Yieldedness

October 15, 2023 · John 4:1-26

Our world knows conflict. Other than a “couple” glorious days in the Garden of Eden, conflict has always been present. But God…gifts us with his son Jesus, the Prince of Peace- Peace on Earth! Peace is often seen as circumstantial, but if Jesus is Peace, and He is with us, then…

Celebrate Recovery

April 16, 2023 · John 4:1-30

Celebrate Recovery is a Christ centered 12 step recovery program that we’ve hosted at Franconia for almost 17 years! God’s healing is real! It reaches the darkest sin, and our deepest secret. It addresses our attitudes and cleans our hearts. It restores relationships and allows…

I AM

I Am The Resurrection

November 6, 2022 · John 11:1-44)

Jesus displayed His power over death in raising Lazarus from the dead. He offers a new life where there was once- not just disease- but death. Jesus offers everyone NEW LIFE in Him when we die to ourselves. Are there areas that Jesus is asking you to give completely to Him,…

If You Only Knew…You Are Not Alone

December 26, 2021 · Psalm 34: 1-19

Our church has hosted Celebrate Recovery meetings for over 15 years. But what is it really? Who is it for? CR exists to offer Freedom from life’s hurts, habits, and hang-ups- the BIG and the not so big issues. Through COMPLETE surrender to God, He empowers us all- by His Holy…