Rev. Dr. Mary Beth Hartenstein, Sermon 5.25.25, “Love God, Love Neighbor: When is the Right Time?”
“A time to love, and a time to hate; a time for war, and a time for peace.” We live in a messy, complicated world. It can be hard...
TP Team Member Category: Our Clergy
Rev. Ron Beaton
A lifelong United Methodist, Pastor Ron Beaton was baptized and confirmed at First United Methodist Church in Kennett – deep in the Missouri Bootheel. He graduated from Murray
July 30, 2024
Rev. Dr. Andy Blacksher
Rev. Dr. Andy Blacksher is the Executive Pastor at Manchester UMC. He and his wife, Kristen, met in college at Missouri State University. They have
August 3, 2023
Rev. Dr. Mary Beth Hartenstein
Rev. Dr. Mary Beth Hartenstein is the Pastor of Justice and Compassion at Manchester UMC. She is responsible for developing, organizing, and managing the Congregational
February 2, 2023
Rev. Ron Beaton, Sermon, 5.18.25, “The Shepherd’s Voice”
Rev. Ron Beaton, Sermon, 5.18.25, “Recognize: Discovering the Risen Christ, The Shepherd’s Voice” John 10:22-30. Psalm 23. Rev. Ron Beaton explores what it means to recognize the voice of...
Rev. Ron Beaton, Sermon 5.11.25, Recognize: Discovering the Risen Christ
Sermon 5.11.25 John 21: 1-19 Psalm 30 Pastor Ron Beaton explores the awe and wonder found not just in the miraculous, but also in the mundane. Through the story...
Rev. Ron Beaton, Sermon 4.27.25, “Incredulous”
John 20:19-31 We hope you have experienced the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the gift of life, through love. “God if I love thee for the hope of heaven,...
Rev. Ron Beaton, Easter Sermon 4.20.25
Christ has risen! Christ has risen indeed! Hallelujah!
Rev. Ron Beaton, Sermon, 4.6.25, “Beautiful Things Out of the Dust
Sermon April 6, 2025, “Beautiful Things Out of the Dust,” Sunday at Manchester UMC | John 12:1-8 Sermon Our sermon draws from John 12:1-8, where Mary pours an extravagant...