• A Life of Love: Serving with Humility and Wisdom | Guest Preachers Brian & Wesley Lynch and Aly Hays
    Sep 24 2024

    In this sermon, we explore the transformative power of living a life of love through service, wisdom, and humility. Drawing on scriptural lessons, we’re reminded that true greatness is found not in status but in how we serve others. Join us as we reflect on these values and honor Beacons, a local organization supporting neurodivergent adults. Let’s come together to serve with humility and make a lasting difference in the lives of those in need.


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    7 mins
  • Filling the Void: Redefining What Makes Us Whole | Deacon Intern Gigi Miller
    Sep 18 2024

    In today’s world, we’re constantly seeking success, power, and fulfillment, but do these things truly satisfy us? In this sermon, we explore how our words shape our reality and how the narratives we follow often fall short of offering true wholeness. Join us as we challenge conventional ideas of leadership, sacrifice, and purpose, and discover a deeper way of living that embraces compassion, humility, and connection. Learn to look beyond the surface and rethink what truly makes us whole. #Purpose #Wholeness #Leadership #Success #Faith #Compassion #Spirituality


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    9 mins
  • Super Bloom of the Spirit: Letting Faith Transform Us | The Rev. Paige Blair-Hubert
    Sep 11 2024

    In this message, we explore the power of transformation in our faith journey. Using passages from the Gospel of Mark and the Epistle of James, we are reminded that faith is more than just words—it's a call to transformation. Just as Jesus was transformed through his encounters, we too are invited to let our faith change us, impacting our choices, priorities, and the way we live in the world. Watch this video to discover how faith in action can bring about a "Super Bloom of the Spirit" in your life. 🌸 Subscribe for more inspirational messages, and don't forget to like, share, and comment to let us know how you're living out your transformation.


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    16 mins
  • Faith, Magic, and the Power of Love | Harry Potter Sunday Sermon | The Rev. Susan Astarita
    Sep 4 2024

    In this inspiring sermon, we delve into the profound connections between faith, magic, and love as portrayed in both Scripture and popular literature. With a special nod to J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series, we explore how the themes of sacrifice, resurrection, and the battle between good and evil mirror the teachings of Jesus Christ.


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    14 mins
  • Offended by Grace: The Scandal of Jesus's Teaching | Seminary Intern Madeline Polhill
    Aug 27 2024

    In this powerful conclusion to our summer series on John 6, we delve into the most challenging and scandalous teachings of Jesus. What does it mean to follow a Savior who chose sacrifice over splendor, service over power? As we explore the final verses of this chapter, we confront the difficult call to embrace a life of sacrificial love—a life that defies the world's values of individualism and self-centered success. Join us as we reflect on the scandal of the cross and the beauty of a life lived in service to God and others. Discover how Jesus's teachings challenge us to look beyond our own comfort and toward a deeper, more fulfilling way of living. Key Takeaways: - The radical nature of Jesus's call to sacrificial love. - Understanding the true meaning of following a suffering Savior. - How embracing discomfort can lead to spiritual abundance and fullness of life in God. Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more inspirational messages. Let us know in the comments how this message spoke to you.


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    8 mins
  • Breaking the Pink Mold: Barbie, Jesus, and the Call to Authenticity | The Rev. Paige Blair-Hubert
    Aug 20 2024

    In this thought-provoking sermon, we dive deep into the surprising connections between the Barbie movie and the Christian faith. We explore how Barbie's journey from the perfect world of "Barbieland" to the complex realities of the real world mirrors the transformative power of Jesus' incarnation. Discover how a toy designed to empower became a symbol of both oppression and liberation, and how this reflects the challenges and beauty of living an authentic Christian life. Join us as we unpack the themes of empowerment, identity, and the radical love of God that calls us to break free from the molds society places on us.


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    12 mins
  • In the Stillness, We Rise | Guest Preacher The Rev. Dr. Frank Munoz
    Aug 14 2024

    In this sermon, we explore the profound connection between our physical hunger and the deeper spiritual hunger that only Jesus can satisfy. Drawing on a French proverb that says a good meal begins with hunger, we delve into Jesus' invitation to see Him as the Bread of Life—a source of nourishment that sustains us not just for a day, but for eternity.


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    15 mins
  • Lessons from the Margins: Gratitude, Resilience, and Hope | Deacon Intern Gigi Miller
    Aug 6 2024

    Through the lens of our community's work with the unhoused and those living in scarcity, we explore how those on the margins have profound lessons to teach us about gratitude, resilience, and hope. Learn about the incredible impact of programs like Showers of Blessings and Helping Hands, which provide essential services and build lasting relationships. Join us as we reflect on how these experiences of scarcity and community service reveal God's abundant economy, where no one is left hungry in body or soul.


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    9 mins