The Sacredness of Questions (9.6.26)
Teresa and Chris consider the sacredness of questions — and invite us into a story full of them (John 21).
I’ve Always Wondered (8.16.26)
Over the summer, we invited folks to share some of the things they’ve always wondered about. We’re taking a look at some of them at summer winds down.
Today, Teresa looks at these two wonderings:
“Did God intentionally make the Bible such that we can interpret it in different ways? How can we know what is true and shalom?”
“Many of us have moved from a literal or traditional understanding of God, theology, faith, etc. to a more open and progressive view. How do we avoid falling into the sin of certainty we find so distasteful in the communities we’ve left behind?”
The Psalms – 8.2.26
We continue considering the interplay between disorientation and reorientation.
Psalm 34
Speaker: Chris DeBlaay
The Psalms – 7.12.26
We consider a lament Psalm that does not contain Israel’s complaints, directed at God. But the reverse.
God speaks a psalm of lament to Israel.
Psalm 81
Speaker: Teresa Kinnear
The Psalms – 6.28.26
We consider a psalm of disorientation — a song that speaks of those times when the world is turned upside down.
Psalm 74
Speaker: Chris DeBlaay
The Psalms – 6.21.28
We take our first look at a Psalm of Disorientation – a song for those times in our life when everything seems to be falling apart.
In these ancient lyrics we find an encouragement to be honest and to bring whatever it is we are feeling or thinking to God.
The Psalms – 6.14.26
Our third “orientation” psalm this week is Psalm 37. This longer song offers a hope for a world that is ordered and just, even though wickedness succeeds.
Speaker: Chris DeBlaay
The Psalms – 5.31.26
We begin a summer series on The Psalms.
One way to consider the 150 Psalms is see them as either psalms of orientation, disorientation or reorientation. Psalm 1 is a psalm of orientation as it grounds us and orients us toward a particular way of life.
Speaker: Chris DeBlaay
Hope – A User’s Manual (5.24.26)
Teresa and Christ wrap up this series by reflecting back on each week and sharing key take aways.
Rooted and Restored (5.17.26)
We begin a three year journey toward making the building a place that is accessible to all – a place where we and our community partners can grow, be transformed, and belong.
0:00 – Our building is not just for us. We own and care for it so that it can be a safe and transformative space for others. We remember those partners together.
2:36 – We remember and celebrate what we have already accomplished together.
4:55 – video
5:52 – Launch of Rooted and Restored
7:15 – What we will accomplish together through this campaign
8:42 – Our goal for Rooted and Restored, how we landed at this goal, and how we might accomplish it.
16:30 – Big reveal of how much has already been committed!
17:50 – We need everyone. There are a number of ways to help us reach our goal.
22:10 – Next steps
25:15 – Q&A
32:45 – Reflecting on how we may be feeling
35:30 – Hope as a compass
39:50 – Imagining a new future
Hope – A User’s Manual (5.10.26)
Hope can often seem elusive. In those moments, wisdom teaches us that hope is not dead if we find proximate purpose.
Text: John 21 – Jesus giving Peter ‘the next right thing’
Speaker: Chris
Hope – A User’s Manual (5.3.26)
Week 4
In order to embody hope we would be wise to lean into all of life, know when to hit the lower power mode, and cultivate joy.
Speaker: Chris
Lent:: Tell Me Something Good (3.29.26)
The Good News is Inspiring Us to Act
Mark 11:1-11
Preacher: Teresa Kinnear (it really is her — a technical snafu recorded the podcast at a different rate changing the tone of her voice 🙂
Lent:: Tell Me Something Good (3.22.26)
The Good News is rooted in justice, mercy, and faithfulness
John 8:2-11
Preacher: Neil Carlson
Lent:: Tell Me Something Good (3.15.26)
The Good News Is…Together, the Impossible is Possible
Mark 6:32-44
Preacher: Bethany DeBlaay
Lent :: Tell Me Something Good (3.8.26)
The Good News Is Protection and Care for the Vulnerable
Deuteronomy 24:17-22; Matthew 19:13-15, Matthew 18:1-5
Lent :: Tell Me Something Good (3.1.26)
Elliot leads us this morning.
The Good News is…Great Love for God and Neighbor
Luke 7:36-50; Matthew 25:35-40
Lent :: Tell Me Something Good (2.22.26)
Teresa leads us this morning.
The Good News Is…so good it catches us by surprise.
John 2:1-11; Matthew 13:31-32
Core Values – Purposeful Presence (2.1.26)
As we continue our look at our Core Values, we consider Purposeful Presence.
We look at a story from Luke 17 and conclude by reflecting on examples of people – including those in Minneapolis — who are purposefully choosing to show up for each other.
Core Values – Inclusiveness (1.25.26)
Our second core value is Inclusiveness.
This morning we consider together three different passages connected to this value and what it means to not only extend belonging, but to receive it as well.
