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Now Preaching: Philippians
As we prepare to dive into the Book of Philippians in our upcoming sermon series, it’s important to understand not only the content of...
Mario Bolivar
Jul 22, 20254 min read


Sermon Recap+ July 20, 2025
While They Were There: How Individual Faith Creates Collective Impact The Christmas story begins with a wide lens before zooming in on...
Mario Bolivar
Jul 22, 20254 min read


Sermon Recap+ Jul 13, 2025
In the familiar story of Mary and Martha from Luke 10:38-42, we find a powerful lesson about balance in our spiritual lives. While Jesus...
Mario Bolivar
Jul 15, 20254 min read


Trauma-Responsive
Key Insights from my time at Columbia—this writing is part of a larger paper; however, I wanted to share with you some of the progress...
Mario Bolivar
Jul 15, 20255 min read


Sermon Recap+ Jul 6, 2026
When Jesus was 12 years old, his parents lost track of him for three days during their journey home from Jerusalem. This story from Luke...
Mario Bolivar
Jul 9, 20253 min read


Special Congregational Meeting
The Cottage and Our Church Community We are excited to share a significant update regarding the future of theCottage at First...
Mario Bolivar
Jul 9, 20252 min read


Why Baptism Still Matters
Especially in a Fellowship Hall Full of Kids By Pastor Mario Bolivar Our Fellowship Hall was buzzing with energy. It was VBS Take Over...
Mario Bolivar
Jul 1, 20253 min read


Leadership Update at FPCE
Dear Members of First Presbyterian Church of Eustis, It is with mixed emotions that we announce Shannon Walter’s decision to step down...
Mario Bolivar
Jul 1, 20252 min read


Spare Change, Big Impact
Sometimes, the smallest things can make the biggest difference. A spare tire can save your journey. A spare in bowling can change your...
Mario Bolivar
Jul 1, 20252 min read


Sermon Recap+ June 22, 2025
Understanding Jesus as the Good Shepherd: More Than Just Sacrifice. When we think about Jesus, we often focus on His death on the cross....
Mario Bolivar
Jun 24, 20254 min read


One Worship June 29th 10:30 AM
We are thrilled to invite you to a special gathering on Sunday, June 29th at 10:30 AM in the Fellowship Hall for our 5th Sunday One...
Mario Bolivar
Jun 17, 20251 min read


Sermon Recap+ June 15, 2025
When we look at the story of Jesus' baptism in Matthew 3:13-17, we often focus on Jesus himself. But there's much to learn from John the...
Mario Bolivar
Jun 17, 20254 min read


First Light Worship in the Chapel
Since returning from medical leave after my accident, I’ve been blessed to witness a beautiful shift in the life of our church,...
Mario Bolivar
Jun 10, 20252 min read


Sermon Recap+ June 8, 2025
The Miracle of Pentecost: Understanding the Holy Spirit's Presence in Our Lives Pentecost isn't about the birth of the Holy Spirit but...
Mario Bolivar
Jun 10, 20253 min read


Pentecost Sunday June 8th 2025
This Sunday, June 8th, we come together to celebrate Pentecost, a day rich with history, meaning, and the power of the Holy Spirit....
Mario Bolivar
Jun 3, 20252 min read


Sermon Recap+ June 1, 2025
The image of Jesus praying in the Garden of Gethsemane holds profound significance in the context of God’s providence, especially when we...
Mario Bolivar
Jun 2, 20254 min read


A Legacy of Generosity
A Legacy of Generosity: Let’s Build the Future Together Dear Church Family, We’re excited to share some incredible news from our We...
Mario Bolivar
May 29, 20252 min read


Twelve Ordinary Men.
We are excited to announce an enriching opportunity for our congregation to delve deeper into the lives of Jesus' twelve disciples...
Mario Bolivar
May 28, 20252 min read


Nancy and I Are Out of Here
Yes, summer is upon us and we are heading to North Carolina, to Nancy’s Nook...

Edward J. Kirkland
May 28, 20252 min read


See You Later! George & Alan
We are walking through a season of collective grief, as our congregation remembers and gives thanks for the lives of two beloved members...
Mario Bolivar
May 28, 20252 min read
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