Acts 1;1-11 PRAYER:O Jesus, we are mindful that you have called us to be your disciples, bearing witness to God's love in our lives to a broken world. Strengthen us for the pathway ahead that we may live boldly and joyfully, knowing that you are with us right here and...
Sermons
In Common
Acts 17;22-31 PRAYER: O God our spiritual Mother, remind us today of all that we have to share with our community, that when we see an unknown God that others worship, we have an opportunity to see and share Christ in new and unique ways… perhaps even ways that we had...
We Are Connected
Acts 7;55-60 PRAYER: Remind us today, O God, that no matter what happens in this world, you are still on the throne; you bring your good out of even the worst that humanity offers. Remind us today, O God, that we are connected through your love and that in all things,...
Discernment and Change
Acts 2;42-47 PRAYER: Expand our hearts and minds O God, that we may see the world as you do and be strengthened to reimagine the church in your image. Remind us of our calling to demonstrate your love in all that we say and do. May the words of my mouth and the...
Repentance
Acts 2;14, 36-41 PRAYER: Expand our hearts and minds O God, that we may see the world as you do – with a heart for all whom you love. Enable us to see our lives not through a lens of individuality, but with a heart for the community which you envision. May the words...
God Is Still At Work
Acts 2;14, 22-32 PRAYER: God of new life, remind us today that you are still at work in the world: creating, teaching, loving. Remind us that the work of your church is a partnership into which you have drawn us, and inspire us to be engaged in your work today and...
Break Free
Luke 24;1-12 Sunrise Message: The Gospels are far from clear as to just what happened. It began in the dark. The stone had been rolled aside. Matthew alone speaks of an earthquake. In the tomb there were two white-clad figures or possibly just one. Mary Magdalene...
Why Be a Christian?
Mark 16;1-8 PRAYER: Resurrected Savior, we rejoice that you have broken free of the grave and brought new life to us. Because of your resurrection, we can live without fear. Instead, we can receive and offer hope. Empower us to use the spiritual gifts you have given...
Why is Jesus Special?
Mark 11;1-11 PRAYER: God of grace and mercy, Jesus taught us how to live – differently than the way the world worked around him. He reminded us that your commandments are based in loving one another and not in building empires of power and oppression. Remind us today...
How and Why Do I Forgive?
Matthew 6;9-15 PRAYER: God of grace and mercy, you have forgiven us, and in so doing, have taught us to forgive others and you have taught us to receive forgiveness, even when we don’t know how. Be among us today that we may hear of the hope that comes from your...