... In With the New - 1 Peter 1:13-23 Sermon
May 17, 2026
You have been born anew, not of perishable but of imperishable seed, through the living and enduring word of God.
Note: Our apologies for the distant camera. Our primary camera refused to work.
Where do we go to make the truly important decisions in life? Cemeteries, where we are confronted with our limited time on earth? Trash day, when the streets are lined with things our neighbors, and we once thought were so important? Jesus teaches us to store up treasure in heaven because of our human trait of often pursuing what is ultimately worthless and so ignoring what is eternal. This passage from 1st Peter calls us to live in light of God’s eternal purposes, freed from our previous shortsighted and selfish past. Jesus reveals true value through his love for sinners, his humility, his cross, and his resurrection. As we set our hope fully on the grace he brings, we are freed from futile living and transformed from self-centeredness to love, from pride to humility, and from temporary priorities to lives shaped by the living and enduring Word of God.
Link to the clip from Schindler's List mentioned in the sermon: Schindler's List Clip
Worshipping In-Person and Online
We are worshipping in-person at the church, live-streaming to wherever you are, and a recording will be available on YouTube later in the day. We will continue to offer these three ways to join us in worship.
In-Person Worship Begins at 9:30 am!
We are committed to offering worship opportunities for everyone during this time when it may be reasonable for some people to join in public gatherings, and yet still be too great of a risk for others.
- In-Person: Meeting in-person at the church at 9:30 am, (Fully vaccinated people have the option to not wear a mask. We do ask everyone to remain careful.).
- Live Video: Live-streaming the service to YouTube. Stream will start around 9:20 am with worship starting at 9:30 am. Don't worry if you join late, you can rewind to the beginning.
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Welcome to Oviedo Presbyterian Church
We are a family of Christ followers known for our love of Christ, love for one another, and reaching out to those in need. We value authenticity above formality, and honest relationships above token handshakes. We don't pretend to be perfect, and we don't expect that you are either.
If you just want to get lost in the crowd, we may not be the right place for you!
A church is not a building or something you attend, it is something you become a part of. If you want to be more than a number, to love and be loved, to grow in your faith, and to share your gifts and talents, we invite you to check us out.
Whether you are a seasoned saint or a questioning seeker, there is a place for you.
Our Sunday morning worship has a touch of tradition but without being stuffy. We worship in new songs of praise as well as hymns that have withstood the test of time. We preach and teach the Word of God in honest ways that connect with real life and real people. Like God’s love, we minister across the generations, rather than targeting just one. We believe that worship is something that we participate in rather than just watch.
Some of our older members dress in suits or dresses while some of the youth wear jeans. If you wear something "corporate casual" you'll fit right in. Who you are is more important that what you wear! Come as you are, we do!
