Welcome to worship at Armstrong Chapel! We’re so glad you’re here.

This week, we celebrate a special milestone in the life of our church as we recognize our Minister Emeritus,  Rev. Dr. Stephen H. Hoard, upon earning his Doctor of Ministry degree from Lancaster Theological Seminary.

During worship, we will acknowledge his achievement and celebrate the faithful ministry and lifelong commitment to learning that have blessed Armstrong Chapel and countless others. Rev. Dr. Hoard’s dissertation, “Susanna Wesley’s Educational Approach: ‘Conquer’ or ‘Break’ A Child’s Will?”, explores the influence of one of Methodism’s most significant mothers and teachers.

In that spirit, Rev. David W. Brown shares a message titled “Legacy of a Mother,” based on Proverbs 1:8-9, reflecting on the lasting impact of faith, wisdom, and godly influence passed from one generation to the next. As we honor both the educational legacy of Susanna Wesley and the accomplishments of Rev. Dr. Hoard, we are reminded that faith is not only taught—it is lived, modeled, and shared through the generations.

SCRIPTURE Proverbs 1:8-9 (NIV) (parental instruction)

8 Listen, my son, to your father’s instructionand do not forsake your mother’s teaching. 9 They are a garland to grace your head and a chain to adorn your neck.

Proverbs 22:6 (NIV) (training children)

Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it. The Word of God for the People of God.

Deuteronomy 6:6-7 (NIV) (teaching faith)

These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.

Psalm 86:5 (NIV) (God’s mercy)

You, Lord, are forgiving and good, abounding in love to all who call to you. The Word of God for the People of God. Thanks be to God.

Thank you for sharing this morning worship.  See you next week.