Counterintuitive as it may seem, creativity for its own sake, including a creative practice that’s just for you, will draw you closer to God who created all and called it “good.” We hope new sparks fly out from there as we consider creativity in technology, spirit, and relationships. 

After waiting well through Advent we are ready to burst into the new world of the Christ Child arrived in our midst. We invite you to join us for a celebration of Christmas. With six service time to choose from, everyone is welcome.

In this Advent reflection on Luke 2, we explore Simeon’s song (Nunc Dimittis) and what it teaches us about peace, waiting, generosity, and faith in an unfinished world. Christmas isn’t about getting everything we want—it’s about becoming the kind of people who pass hope forward.

In this sermon for the Third Sunday in Advent, "Joy," we explore the story of the shepherds and the angels' announcement—the "Gloria." What does it mean that God's great, extraordinary glory first breaks in upon the most ordinary, mud-caked, and weather-worn people?

In this Advent sermon, we explore the second canticle of Luke’s gospel—the Benedictus, the prophetic song of Zechariah. Before he could sing, Zechariah had to face something deeper than disbelief: the fear that God had forgotten him. And maybe that’s a fear many of us hold quietly during the Christmas season.

Join us as we contemplate the mystery of the Incarnation—God arriving in unexpected ways—and learn to trust the pattern of the Magnificat reversal in our own lives.

It’s a striking feature of the scriptures that, as the story of Jesus’ birth unfolds, key characters sometimes burst into song. 

There are songs of resignation, of protest, and of exultation. 

The Binding of Isaac is one of the most troubling stories in all of Scripture — but what if we’ve misunderstood the test all along? In this sermon we explore the God who sees, the God who tests, the fallout of Abraham’s choices, and the second question we often miss.

This isn’t a story about “those people.” It’s a story about us—about power, justice, hospitality, and the God who is far more patient and gracious than we expect. Join us as we revisit Sodom and Gomorrah through the lens of Abraham’s trust, God’s character, and the surprising grace hidden in a hard text.

This sermon unpacks the "base of fear" we often experience, the "hard-fought" space "where faith forms" through honest questions, and the "sacramental discernment" that guides our "ways forward." Discover how God's "sure sign" in a unilateral covenant reveals His unwavering commitment, stretching beyond our limited years and inviting us to live with a faith that trusts His goodness in every small, painful step.

Explore the moment Abraham begins to trust God after failure. Coming out of his mistakes in Egypt, Abraham faces a new test — will fear guide him again, or will faith take root this time? This story of Abraham and Lot isn’t just ancient history; it’s a mirror for our own journeys of grace, learning, and renewal.

Explore the story of Abraham and Sarah from Genesis, focusing on themes of discernment, the challenges of beauty, and God's unwavering devotion. It delves into how individuals navigate big and small changes in life, drawing parallels between ancient narratives and contemporary experiences.

In this opening message of our Big Promises, Small Steps series, we explore how the grand narrative of God’s reconciliation—what Paul calls “the healing of all things”—begins with a single family leaving home, not knowing where they’re going.

Has it been a while since you read the story of Abraham and Sarah? A quick flip through Genesis 12-25 reminds you of the zigzagging steps they take to be faithful to God’s promises. 

Through Thomas’ doubt, Philip’s confusion, and Jesus’ response of kindness, we discover a God who meets us not with precision or perfection, but with presence. This talk invites us to see that faith is not what we think—it’s what we trust ourselves to.

Bobbi shares her personal journey and the exciting news of leading the new Marda Loop Commons parish launching in late 2026. Discover the four ancient practices that guided the early church – devotion to apostles' teaching, breaking bread, prayer, and koinonia (fellowship) – and how these practices practically tie us to the world.

What does it really mean to be a peacemaker?

In this sermon from our Grounded series, we unpack Jesus’ words in the Sermon on the Mount: “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.”

In this sermon from our Grounded series, we explore the story of the Emmaus Road in Luke 24, where the risen Jesus walks with two disciples who don’t recognize him at first. What if faith isn’t just about ideas or passion, but about centering everything on Jesus?