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Jasmine Smothers
@revjaz.bsky.social
Inspire. Create. Encourage.
“Now that we’ve exhausted all the possibilities, let’s get started.”
Daughter. Sister. #UnitedMethodist Pastor. Public Theologian. Consultant.
#Tech and #Photography Enthusiast with a serious case of Wanderlust.
You are invited to Worship with @atlantafirstumc.bsky.social tomorrow at 10 a.m. Eastern Time, in-person or online (atlantafirstumc.org/live). Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers will preach as we continue our September series, "Muddled, Mixed, and Made New."
September 14, 2025 at 12:08 AM
A Reflection on Evil, Killing, and God’s Relenting: open.substack.com/pub/therevja...
“…evil in my sight…”
I can’t sleep… again.
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September 11, 2025 at 7:49 PM
It's a new month and a new opportunity to gather in #worship! I can't wait to see you at 10:00am at Atlanta First United Methodist Church - in person or online. We’re kicking off a new worship series, sharing Holy Communion together, and Fall-Kick Off begins after worship! See you there!
September 7, 2025 at 1:36 AM
Some things I’ve been thinking about: open.substack.com/pub/therevja...
A Perplexing Nation. An Ineffectual Church?
Reflections on July 4, 2025
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July 4, 2025 at 7:16 PM
July 1: Let's do this!
July 1, 2025 at 12:46 PM
We made it to Friday!!! So… pause. Take a deep breath. And let us pray…
June 27, 2025 at 2:07 PM
“Where there is no #vision, the people perish…” Proverbs 29:18
June 13, 2025 at 1:30 PM
And the greatest of these is love!
June 1, 2025 at 6:22 PM
We can't wait to #worship with you at 10:00am! Join in the Historic Sanctuary on #PeachtreeStreet in #Atlanta or online at atlantafirstumc.org/live! We kick off our #SummerInTheCity Worship w/ a new series based on Disney Pixar's “Inside Out 2!” See you soon! Come casual and cool! #InsideFaith #Joy
May 31, 2025 at 10:05 PM
“& provide for those who grieve in Zion— to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of joy instead of mourning, & a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair. They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the Lord for the display of his splendor.” - Isa 61:3 NIV
May 16, 2025 at 2:33 AM
Reposted by Jasmine Smothers
“The purpose of leadership is not to make the present bearable. The purpose of leadership is to make the future possible.”
— Joan D. Chittister
May 15, 2025 at 11:44 AM
Just heard Dr. David Gushee give an incredible lecture on the Moral Teachings of Jesus based on his book, After Evangelicalism. I feel seen and heard… and reminded of who Jesus is. #FOH2025
May 14, 2025 at 6:15 PM
I can’t wait to worship with you as we continue our #Easter celebration! I’m preaching “Between the Cross and the Call” at 10:00 a.m. EDT. You can join in person in downtown #Atlanta or online through FB, YouTube, or atlantafirstumc.org/live. Everyone is always welcome!
April 27, 2025 at 3:01 AM
Pope Francis’ choice to be buried at the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore in Roma instead of St. Peter’s in Vatican City brings back so many memories and feels so on-brand…

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Pope Francis and the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
Pope Francis’ choice to be buried at the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore in Roma instead of St.
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April 22, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Hallelujah! Christ arose!
April 20, 2025 at 10:25 AM
I've joined Substack so that I can/will/try to write more and share more of my photography. I'd love for you to meet me there as well. substack.com/@therevjaz?r...
Jasmine Rose Smothers | Substack
Pastor. Preacher. Creative force. Bridging faith & real life in the heart of ATL—with boldness, beauty & a Yorkie named Levi.
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April 17, 2025 at 1:05 PM
Reposted by Jasmine Smothers
Join @revjaz.bsky.social, @revdjrapko.bsky.social, and the Atlanta First community for worship this #HolyThursday at 6:30pm.
April 16, 2025 at 11:49 PM
Let’s #worship together this #HolyWeek!
April 13, 2025 at 1:44 AM
Reposted by Jasmine Smothers
“We are not to simply bandage the wounds of victims beneath the wheels of injustice, we are to drive a spoke into the wheel itself.” — Dietrich Bonhoeffer, martyred by Nazis, 80 years ago today.
📸: Kelly Latimore Icons
April 9, 2025 at 11:42 PM
Love this prompt. What would your warning label say?
February 12, 2025 at 3:42 AM
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February 5, 2025 at 3:06 PM