I’ve been writing over the last couple of weeks about how we can grow in our ability to discern God’s voice. I’m convinced that this is an absolutely critical skill if we are to follow Jesus, because I’m convinced that following Jesus revolves around these two questions: “What is God saying to me?” “What am […]
Week 5 Reading Guide
Last week, I wrote a post that began looking at how we can grow in our ability to discern whether or not God is speaking to us. I suggested that it begins with stepping away from the noise — which you can read about here. So let’s say we do that — we step away , […]
We’re about a 1/4 of the way through! Glad you’re journeying with us! Week 4 Guide Week 4 Guide (Printer Friendly)
This Sunday, after worship, I found myself in one of those conversations I absolutely love. It had started out simple enough: how was your week?, how’s work?, etc. But then the friend I was talking with dropped this: “The message today was a tough one for me.” I had just preached on John 2:1-12 – […]
The journey continues… Week 3 Guide Week 3 Guide (printer friendly)
Here are the guides for January 6-12. Week 2 Guide Week 2 Guide (Printer Friendly)
Here’s the reading guide for the week:
Christmas Eve: join us at at 5pm
In order to worship together with New Life Reformed Church one last time, we will be shifting our gathering time to 10:00am! Please plan to arrive a little early as the service will not be starting on “branch time”.
There’s something unique that happens when we break away from our normal routines and spend time away. That’s why we’re so excited to announce our first ever fall retreat
Yesterday, we looked at how the first half of our vision statement is connected to the biblical theme of covenant. Today – let’s look at how the second half is rooted in Kingdom. in the renewal of all things through Christ = kingdom As we embrace the covenant God has made with us, and the […]
Vision: A community united with God in the renewal of all things through Christ. This past Sunday (10/20) we began a three week series about our vision, strategy and values. And while we hope that these messages are super-duper-amazing, we know that we can’t cover it all in 30 minutes. That’s why we’re writing this […]
Our process for forming our budget begins with your input and prayer. Here’s how you can join us.
Volunteer to support local artists and ministries through Beneath the Tree.
Starting the week of October 20 we’ll be launching a number of short-term small groups. The idea is simple: four households meeting for four consecutive weeks in order to connect and grow. These groups are for everyone – new to the Branch or ol’-timer, adult or child, and are centered around a meal and a […]
On Sunday we started a three week ‘mini-series on Ephesians 4:7-16 (you can listen to the podcast here). At the heart of this passage is the idea that Jesus has given each one of us a portion of grace. Or, as verse 8 puts it: a gift. These gifts — listed in verse 11 as apostle, […]
