You’re riding out the prefect storm. Wind and waves have their way with your pitiful boat. You’re preoccupied with not drowning. Yet in the midst of this mighty surge, you see a figure on the water, beckoning you. Into the Storm. Into the Unknown. Into the New. Who do you trust more? The prefect storm, […]
Unfortunately, the message was not recorded this week. We apologize for any inconveniences. Based out of John 12:20-33, Chris explored how clinging leads to scarcity, but letting go leads to abundance. A reminder for us all to let go of your life, and hand it to God.
Andy discusses John 3:14-21, where we find our unshakeable identity as children of God, despite any shame we feel.
The Branch invites you to join us to worship on Good Friday. Service begins at 7p, childcare is available for children 0-3.
Drew Brennan leads us through John 2:13-22, where Jesus clears out the temple of those who were turning God’s house into a marketplace.
Every spring, we nominate new stewards to serve the Branch community. There are 6 stewards total – 3 Stewards of Care and 3 Stewards of Resource. Stewards serve a 3 year term, so annually one new Steward of Care and one new Steward of Resource are selected. Stewards are disciples who reflect Jesus in how […]
Beneath the Tree will be back in 2015! This amazing collection of local art and home decor helps support local ministries, not to mention the hundreds of artists involved. While several details are still being worked out, we have dates…Nov 13 & 14 so SAVE THEM. 🙂 Secondly, we are currently determining host homes and the areas […]
Unfortunately, the message was not recorded this week. The scripture used was Mark 8:31-38. Nate spoke on taking up our cross and the challenges we face.
Five years ago, two guys from the Branch starting thinking about Easter — talking about how we could celebrate. One thing led to another until one of them said, “Wouldn’t it be cool to have a tailgate party on Easter?” And here we are. Easter is a celebration, plain and simple — and what says […]
The first Sunday in Lent, Chris leads us through Mark 1:9-15 as we consider letting go of the belief that doing defines us.
Josh from Fair Haven visits again to wrap up our Tribe series. He addresses how conflict can be very beneficial to a community.
Lent begins Feb 18 and lasts until Easter on April 5. We hope you’ll join us in preparing our hearts in this season. Here you’ll find a weekly devotional that may help you. Week 1 – Reading Guide Week 2 – Reading Guide Lent Reading Guide – Week 3 Week 4 – Reading Guide Week […]
Nate joins us to discuss what it means to be sent and to send. A community of faith sends out ambassadors to the kingdom, and being sent means you never go alone.
The Alger Heights Collaborative and the Garfield Park Neighborhood Association are bringing the VITA tax preparation site back to the neighborhood for a second year. Seymour Church has offered to serve as the location and Tax prep begins this week. The United Way Kent County Tax Credit Coalition (KCTCC) helps working individuals and families achieve economic success through […]
The Stewards and Staff hold a family meeting, walking us through the changes coming as the Dragt family follows a new calling from God. Unfortunately, there were technical difficulties, and this message was not recorded. If you have questions, please email stewards@thebanchonline.org, Chris@thebranchonline.org or andy@thebranchonline.org. We as a church will be moving together to address […]
Chris continues our Tribe series, looking at when we recognize our own burdens, then as a Tribe, we can better carry each other’s burdens.
Guest pastor Josh Wall from Fair Haven Church continues our Tribe series, reflecting on how we are all formed by the community around us.
Another Community Game Night this week! Here’s a perfect way to shake off those winter blues! Join neighbors and friends again this winter for a Community Game Night. The game nights will be held on the 4th Friday of the month at Seymour Church at 6:30pm from January to April (see dates below). Bring the […]
Will You Be My Neighbor?: Sustaining the Practices of Good Neighboring We often have good intentions about knowing our neighbors and working with them to make our community a better place. It is easier to start things than to sustain them, and with the busy activity of our lives, our good intentions can sometimes remain unfulfilled. […]
Women of the Branch are hosting a clothing swap on Sunday, February 15 @ 7 pm. (Not Feb 1) Bring your gently used clothing to share with others. Accessories also welcome. Left over clothing will be donated. We will be gathering at Amy and Lynell’s studio at 401 Hall St SW, 4th floor (signs/directions will be […]
