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Kingdom Way (Teaching Series)

The Kingdom of God is right here: The lowly manger being lauded by well traveled kings; wisdom from on high unearthing the way of love; the blind seeing the light radiating from a cold tomb. It's backwards. It's beautiful. It's the Kingdom way.

Kingdom Way

The Kingdom of God is right here: The lowly manger being lauded by well traveled kings; wisdom from on high unearthing the way of love; the blind seeing the light radiating from a cold tomb. It's backwards. It's beautiful. It's the Kingdom way.

Christmas / Advent Schedule

  • Christmas Eve

    • Christmas Eve Service 4PM & 7PM

      • TDD Service with the Korean Church

  • Christmas Day

    • Communion Service 10:15am

  • Sunday December 29th

    • Communion Service 10:15am (just one service)

  • January 5th

    • Normal Sunday Schedule

Reading Plan
Read around the readings for Sunday

    • 11/24/24

      • Geneology of Matthew

        • 2 Samuel 23:1-7
          Revelation 1:4b-8
          Matthew 1:1-17

    • 12/1/24

      • Birth of Jesus

        • Psalm 80:1-7, 17-19
          Romans 1:1-7
          Matthew 1:18-25

    • 12/8/24

      • Magi

        • Isaiah 60:1-6
          Ephesians 3:1-12
          Matthew 2:1-12

    • 12/15/24

      • Flight to Egypt

        • Isaiah 63:7-9
          Hebrews 2:10-18
          Matthew 2:13-23

    • 12/22/24

      • John the Baptist prepares the way

        • Isaiah 11:1-10
          Romans 15:4-13
          Matthew 3:1-12

    • 12/25/24

      • Christmas

        • Isaiah 52:7-10
          Hebrews 1:1-6
          John 1:1-18

    • 12/29/24

      • Baptism of Jesus

        • Isaiah 42:1-9
          Acts 10:34-43
          Matthew 3:13-17

    • 1/5/25 Temptation of Jesus Matt 4

      • Genesis 3:1-7
        Romans 5:12-19
        Matthew 4:1-12

    • 1/12/25 Sermon on mount

      • Micah 6:1-8
        Matthew 5:1-12
        Matthew 7:11-14, 24-27

    • 1/19/25 Matthew 8-9 Shows kingdom brings to wrong poeple

      • Hosea 5:15-6:6
        Romans 4:13-25
        Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26

    • 1/26/25 Matthew 10 Deciples sent out

      • Jeremiah 28:5-9
        Romans 6:12-23
        Matthew 10:32-42

    • 2/2/25 Matthew 11 JTB questions who jesus is

      • Isaiah 35:1-10
        James 5:7-10
        Matthew 11:2-15

    • 2/9/25 Matthew 12 Religious leaders question who jesus is

      • Jonah 3:1-10
        James 3:2-12
        Matthew 12:33-42

    • 2/16/25 Matthew 13 parables explains who jesus is

      • Isaiah 44:6-8
        Romans 8:18-25
        Matthew 13:24-32

    • 2/23/25 Matthew 14-16: 12 crumbs are enough

      • Isaiah 56:1,6-8
        Romans 11:1-2a, 29-32
        Matthew 15:21-28

    • 3/2/25 Matthew 16:13-17 Jesus is the christ what does this mean

      • Exodus 3:1-15
        Romans 12:9-20
        Matthew 16:23-25

    • 3/5/25 Matthew 18-20 Who is the greatest

      • Joel 2:1-2, 12-17
        Matthew 18:1-6
        Matthew 20:20-28

    • 3/9/25 Matthew 21-22 entry, clearing temple What does kingdom look like

      • Zecheriah 9:9-17
        Philippians 2:5-11
        Matthew 21:1-17

    • 3/16/25 Matthew 23 woe to you scribes and phasees

      • Micah 3:5-12
        1 Thessalonians 2:9-13
        Matthew 23:1-12

    • 3/23/25 Matthew 24-25 Signs of the end of the age. Sheep and goats and such

      • Ezekiel 34:11-16, 20-24
        Ephesians 1:15-23
        Matthew 25:31-46

    • 3/30/25 Matthew 26a andointing passover and last supper

      • Exodus 12:21-24
        1 Corinthians 11:17-34
        Matthew 26:7-29

    • 4/6/25 Matthew 26b garden of ges with peter denile

      • Daneil 7:11-14
        Matthew 26:47-68

    • 4/13/25 Matthew 27 Jesus is king, we choose barabus

      • Isaiah 29:13-19
        Philippians 2:12-18
        Matthew 27:15-31

    • 4/20/25 Matthew 28:1-10 Easter

      • Jeremiah 31:1-6
        Colossians 3:1-4
        Matthew 28:1-10

    • 4/27/25 matthew Guards and commsioin

      • Exodus 40:34-38
        Acts 10:34-43
        Matthew 28:11-20

Wednesdays December 4th & 11th

  • Potluck Dinner 5:30PM

  • Carols & Fun 6:30PM

  • Wednesdays December 18th

    • Christmas Dinner Out 5:30PM - TBD

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Keep It Simple: Jesus has saved you. (Teaching Series!)

We often get in our own way, making salvation, giving, and all the ways God is involved in our lives more complicated than they need to be. Keep it simple; Jesus has saved you.

Keep it Simple: Jesus has saved you.

We often get in our own way, making salvation, giving, and all the ways God is involved in our lives more complicated than they need to be. Keep it simple; Jesus has saved you.

Reading Plan
Read around the readings for Sunday

  • 10/27/24

    • 2 Samuel 7:4-17
      Ephesians 2:1-10
      John 10:22-33

  • 11/3/24

    • Isaiah 49:8-16
      1 Cor 4:1-5
      Matthew 6:24-34

  • 11/10/24

    • Ezekiel 11:14-21
      Acts 4:32-35
      John 13:31-35

  • 11/17/24

    • Isaiah 25:1-9
      Philippians 4:10-20
      Matthew 22:1-14

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Serving Challenge! New Series in September

Discover what real freedom is like as we explore the powerful forgiveness that Jesus offers to each and every person, including you!

You were made for more than just believing and existing until you die. You were made to serve.

If Jesus offers a full and abundant life, then why does it feel as if words like burnout, exhaustion, anger, loneliness, unhappiness, and anxiety are winning the day? Something feels very off. A full and abundant life results in purpose, meaning, fulfillment, joy, and happiness. What are we missing?


  • September 15 Intro

    • Day 1: Tuesday

  • September 22

    • Attitude Day 6

  • September 29

    • Availability Day 13

  • October 6

    • Action Day 20

  • October 13

    • Ability Day 27

  • October 20

    • Ambition Day 34


September 15th we are starting the Serving Challenge.

Red Letter Challenge is a dynamic 40-day experience that helps people more effectively follow Jesus Christ!

  • Practice the Habits of Jesus

  • Find Joy in Relationship with God

  • Discover Purpose Being with God


Purchase the Workbook

  • Grabe a Workbook.

    • The books can be shared but feel free to grab what you need

  • The church has ordered some Serving books.

    • The books cost the church 25$ Per Book

    • As with everything if 25$ is too much please take one.

  • Both Amazon and RLC both are selling the book

    • both links are included.

      • Amazon may be faster,

      • RLC will be cheaper.

Buy the book on Red Letter challenge Site

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Hold Fast: 2 Timothy: Paul's Last Letter (Teaching Series)

Paul sits in prison as the weather gets colder. He's writing to his friend Timothy, encouraging him to remember the Gospel and his humble upbringing in it, to watch out for those who are ashamed of the marks of Christ, and for Timothy to bring him a coat. Hold Fast to the humble faith, Timothy!

Hold Fast: 2 Timothy: Pauls Last Letter

Paul sits in prison as the weather gets colder. He's writing to his friend Timothy, encouraging him to remember the Gospel and his humble upbringing in it, to watch out for those who are ashamed of the marks of Christ, and for Timothy to bring him a coat. Hold Fast to the humble faith, Timothy!


Reading Plan
Read around the readings for Sunday

  • 8/11/24
    Lamentations 1:1-6
    2 Timothy 1:1-18
    Luke 17:5-1

  • 08/18/24
    Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7
    2 Timothy 2:1-13
    Luke 17:11-19

  • 8/25/24
    Jeremiah 29:10-14
    2 Timothy 2:14-26
    Mark 16:1-8

  • 9/1/24
    Ezekiel 37:7-10
    2 Timothy 3:10-4:5
    Luke 18:9-14

  • 9/8/24
    Exodus 33:12-23
    2 Timonthy 4:6-18
    Matthew 28:16-20

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Missio dei: The Great Sending: Part 3 (Teaching Series)

From the beginning, God has been sending his spirit out to bring life and beauty in the universe. It's a great sending. In this sending, we can see the heart of God as we join in with God’s mission.

Missio Dei: The Great Sending Part 3

From the beginning, God has been sending his spirit out to bring life and beauty in the universe. It's a great sending. In this sending, we can see the heart of God as we join in with God’s mission.

Here is the amazon link for the book we are using.


Reading Plan
Read around the readings for Sunday

  • 6/23/24
    Isaiah 9:2-7
    Titus 2:11-14
    Luke 2:1-10

  • 6/30/24
    Genesis 18:1-15
    Romans 5:1-8
    Matthew 9:35- 10:8

  • 7/7/24
    Exodus 2:23-25
    1 Peter 5:5-11
    Matthew 18:1-14

  • 7/14/24
    Genesis 3:8-13
    2 Corinthians 5:14-21
    Luke 19:1-10

  • 7/21/24
    Joel 2:28-32
    2 corinthians 5:6-15
    Luke 24:39-49

  • 7/28/24
    Amos 9:11-15
    Romans 1:14-17
    John 4:7-26

  • 8/4/24
    Micah 6:6-8
    1 Cor 1:18-25
    John 17:6-26

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Say What? - Jesus Said What?

In those days there was no king in Israel; everyone did what was right in his own eyes. But they are never far from His eyes.

Jesus says some things about the Christian life that often seem confusing. Come and explore the teachings of Jesus as He shows us the Kingdom of God.

Reading Plan
Read around the readings for Sunday

  • 5/26/24 Hate Family? Luke 14:26

    • Exodus 20:1-12
      1 Peter 4:12-29
      Luke 14:25-35

  • 6/2/24 Buy Friends? Luke 16:9

    • Amos 8:4-7
      Philippians 3:2-11
      Luke 16:1-15

  • 6/9/24 Fear God? Luke 12:5

    • Job 39:27- 40:6
      2 Peter 3:1-10
      Luke 12:1-12

  • 6/16/24 Be Perfect? Matt. 5:48

    • Deuteronomy 6:1-9
      1 John 4:13-21
      Matthew 5:43 - 6:4

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His Eyes - The Book of Judges

In those days there was no king in Israel; everyone did what was right in his own eyes. But they are never far from His eyes.

In those days there was no king in Israel; everyone did what was right in his own eyes. But they are never far from His eyes.

Reading Plan
Read around the readings for Sunday

  • 4/7/24 - Intro Ch 1-2

    • Judges 2:10-16
      Romans 11:1-6
      Matthew 15:1-9

  • 4/14/24 - Ehud Ch 3

    • Judges 3:15-30
      Romans 11:7-10
      Matthew 15:10-20

  • 4/21/24 - Deborah Ch 4-5

    • Judges 4:1-8
      Romans 11:11-16
      Matthew 16:1-12

  • 4/28/24 - Gideon Ch 6-8

    • Judges 6:11-24
      Romans 11:17-24
      Matthew 19:3-12

  • 5/5/24 - Jephthah Ch 10-12

    • Judges 11:1-11
      Romans 11:25-27
      Matthew 21:23-32

  • 5/12/24 - Samson Ch 13-16

    • Judges 16:23-30
      Romans 11:28-32
      Matthew 22:34-46

  • 5/19/24 - Right in Own Eyes Ch 18-21

    • Judges 18:1a, 26-31
      Romans 11:33-36
      Matthew 23:2-12

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Comfort Comfort - John 13-17 - Lent

Before Jesus is arrested and is crucified, Before Jesus is arrested and crucified. Before all the pain and agonony. Before the diciples feel lost and alone. Before our own confusion and heart ach, Jesus speaks words of comfort as a rod and staff in the midst of the dark valley.

Before Jesus is arrested and crucified. Before all the pain and agonony. Before the diciples feel lost and alone. Before our own confusion and heart ach, Jesus speaks words of comfort as a rod and staff in the midst of the dark valley.

Reading Plan
Read around the readings for Sunday

  • 2/14/24 - Ash Wednesday

    • Joel 2:13-29
      2 Cor 5:20b-6:10
      John 13:1-21

  • 2/18/24

    • Isaiah 40:1-8
      James 1:12–18
      John 13:36- 14:7

  • 2/25/24

    • Isiah 40:1, 12-14
      Rom. 5:1–11
      John 14:22-31

  • 3/3/24

    • Isaiah 40:1, 15-20
      1 Cor. 1:18–31
      John 15:1-17

  • 3/10/24

    • Isaiah 40:1, 21-26
      Eph. 2:1–10
      John 16:16-24

  • 3/17/24

    • Isaiah 40:1, 27-31
      Heb. 5:1–10
      John 16:25 -- 17:5

  • 3/24/24 - Palm Sunday

    • Zecheriah 9:9-12
      Phil. 2:5–11
      John 17:6-26

  • 3/31/24 - Easter

    • Isaiah 25:6-9
      1 Cor. 15:1–11
      John 20:1-10, 19-23

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Called - Book of Ephesians (Teaching Series)

God has called His people together in unity, both Gentiles and Jews, to those far off and close, to bring the Hope of Christ to all. This call is not new but has extended back to the beginning as God had them look up to see His hope for the future.


God has called His people together in unity, both Gentiles and Jews, to those far off and close, to bring the Hope of Christ to all. This call is not new but has extended back to the beginning as God had them look up to see His hope for the future.

Reading Plan
Read around the readings for Sunday

  • 1-21-24 Abraham

    • Genesis 12:1-9
      Ephesians 1:3-14
      Mark 1:4-20

  • 1-28-24 Moses

    • Exodus 3:1-12
      Ephesians 2:8-22
      Mark 2:14-17

  • 2-4-24 Paul

    • Acts 9:1-9
      Ephesians 4:1-16
      Mark 3:13-19

  • 2-11-24 Here I am Send Me

    • Isaiah 6:1-13
      Ephesians 6:10-20
      Mark 6:6b-13

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Emmanuel - Joy in the Midst (Teaching Series)

The Christmas story is filled with struggle where unbelief, loneliness, waisted life, and acceptance fill the pages of the story.  But where there is struggle we find songs filled with Joy and discover God has come, He is Emmanuel,  and brings joy in the midst.


The Christmas story is filled with struggle where unbelief, loneliness, waisted life, and acceptance fill the pages of the story.  But where there is struggle we find songs filled with Joy and discover God has come, He is Emmanuel,  and brings joy in the midst.

Christmas / Advent Schedule

  • Wednesdays December 6th & 13th

    • Potluck Dinner 5:30PM

    • Service 6:30PM

  • Christmas Eve

    • Small Communion Sunday Service 10:15am

    • Christmas Eve Service 4PM & 7PM

      • 4PM Service with the Korean Church

  • Christmas Day

    • Communion Service 10:15am

  • New Years Eve

    • Communion Service 10:15am

  • January 7th

    • Normal Sunday Schedule


Reading Plan
Read around the readings for Sunday

  • 12/3/23

    • Psalm 69:16-21

    • Luke 7:11-17

    • Luke 1:8-25

  • 12/10/23

    • Isaiah 7:10-16

    • Matthew 9:9-13

    • Matthew 1:18-25

  • 12/17/23

    • Micah 5:2-4

    • John 5:1-15

    • Luke 2:8-20

  • 12/24/23

    • Luke 2:1-20

    • Luke 1:46-66

  • 12/25/23

    • Genesis 1:1-5, 24-28

    • Galatians 4:4-7

    • John 1:1-14

  • 12/31/23

    • Psalm 27:11-14

    • Mark 5:24b-34

    • Luke 2:22-40

  • 1/7/24

    • Exodus 13:1-10

    • 1 Corinthians 5:6-8

    • Matthew 2:1-18

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Generosity: What does this mean?

When we talk about stewardship and our money, it always seems like the law is being laid down with little hope aside from compliance. The same feeling can be said about the 10 commandments. But with all the hopelessness around, perhaps looking at the 10 commandments and our generosity though that old question of “What does this mean?” Can give us a vision of God’s abundance.

Generosity: What does this mean?

When we talk about stewardship and our money, it always seems like the law is being laid down with little hope aside from compliance. The same feeling can be said about the 10 commandments. But with all the hopelessness around, perhaps looking at the 10 commandments and our generosity though that old question of “What does this mean?” Can give us a vision of God’s abundance.


Reading Plan
Read around the readings for Sunday

  • Oct 22
    Commandments 1-3

    • Deuteronomy 5:1-15

    • Philippians 4:4-7

    • Luke 12:13-34

  • Oct 29
    Commandment 4

    • Genesis 47:1-2, 9-12

    • Romans 13:1-7

    • Mark 7:1-13

  • Nov 5
    Commandments 5,6,7,

    • 2 Kings 5:19b-24

    • Ephesians 4:25-32

    • Luke 19:1-10

  • Nov 12
    Commandments 9, 10

    • 1 Kings 21:1-10

    • Hebrews 13:1-8

    • Mark 10:35-45

  • Nov 19
    Commandment 8

    • Zecheriah 8:12-17

    • 1 Thessalonians 5:12-18

    • Mark 14:1-11

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Forgiving Challenge! New Series in September

Discover what real freedom is like as we explore the powerful forgiveness that Jesus offers to each and every person, including you!

Discover what real freedom is like as we explore the powerful forgiveness that Jesus offers to each and every person, including you!

Far more people struggle with reconciling their own mistakes than forgiving others. While we ought always to excel in being gracious to others, Forgiving Challenge is unique because it leads its readers on a personal journey to truly understand and receive God’s forgiveness. Also, we are invited to then live out of the forgiveness that Jesus has already won for us. A forgiven person is a forgiving person.


  • September 10 Intro

    • Day 1: Tuesday

  • September 17

    • Sin Day 6

  • September 24

    • Confession Day 13

  • October 1

    • Absolution Day 20

  • October 8

    • Restoration Day 27

  • October 15

    • Sanctification Day 34


September 10th we are starting the Forgiving Challenge.

Red Letter Challenge is a dynamic 40-day experience that helps people more effectively follow Jesus Christ!

  • Practice the Habits of Jesus

  • Find Joy in Relationship with God

  • Discover Purpose Being with God


Purchase the Workbook

  • Grabe a Workbook.

    • The books can be shared but feel free to grab what you need

  • The church has ordered some Being books.

    • The books cost the church 25$ Per Book

    • As with everything if 25$ is too much please take one.

  • Both Amazon and RLC both are selling the book

    • both links are included.

      • Amazon may be faster,

      • RLC will be cheaper.

Buy the book on Red Letter challenge Site

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Titus: Honor Amongst Dishonor (Teaching Series)

This short letter has a huge goal. The church should be an agent of transformation, not though culture wars or assimilation, but though wise participation in culture, devotion to Jesus and the common good. So that we will show the beauty of the message about our saving God.

Titus

This short letter has a huge goal. The church should be an agent of transformation, not though culture wars or assimilation, but though wise participation in culture, devotion to Jesus and the common good. So that we will show the beauty of the message about our saving God.


Reading Plan
Read around the readings for Sunday

  • Aug 20th

    • Leviticus 10:8-11

    • Titus 1:1-16

    • Matthew 23:23-28

  • Aug 27th

    • Isaiah 61:10- 62:3

    • Titus 2:1-15

    • Luke 6:46-49

  • Sep 3rd

    • Exodus 19:3-6

    • Titus 3:1-15

    • Matthew 22:15-22

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Missio dei: The Heart of God: Part 2 (Teaching Series)

From the beginning, God has been sending his spirit out to bring life and beauty in the universe. It's a great sending. In this sending, we can see the heart of God as we join in with God’s mission.

Missio Dei Part 2

From the beginning, God has been sending his spirit out to bring life and beauty in the universe. It's a great sending. In this sending, we can see the heart of God as we join in with God’s mission.

Here is the amazon link for the book we are using.


Reading Plan
Read around the readings for Sunday

  • July 2nd

    • Genesis 12:1-41

    • Corinthians 1:10-17

    • Matthew 4:12-22

  • July 9th

    • Isaiah 9:1-41

    • John 5:7-12

    • John 3:1-8

  • July 16th

    • Ezekiel 2:1-52

    • 1 Thessalonians 3:1-5

    • Mark 6:6b-13

  • July 23rd

    • Isaiah 25:1-9

    • Revelation 19:6-10

    • Luke 14:15-24

  • July 30th

    • Exodus 16:2-16

    • Philippians 1:20-24, 27

    • Matthew 20:1-16

  • August 6th

    • Isaiah 40:1-11

    • Acts 11:15-18

    • Mark 1:1-8

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Rise & Fall - Saul and David in Samuel (Teaching Series)

In a world where chaos has reigned, the people cry for the rule of a king, a king who will raise them into a bigger and brighter existence. However, as pride and the desire for power rise, so, too, come the falls.

In a world where chaos has reigned, the people cry for the rule of a king, a king who will raise them into a bigger and brighter existence. However, as pride and the desire for power rise, so, too, come the falls.


Reading Plan
The readings for Sunday

  • 4/16/23

    • 1 Samuel 2:1-10
      Romans 9:1-5
      Mark 13:1-8

  • 4/23/23

    • 1 Samuel 5:1-12
      Romans 9:6-15
      Luke 18:35-43

  • 4/30/23

    • 1 Samuel 8:19-22, 9:15-21
      Romans 9:16-24
      Matthew 21:6-11

  • 5/7/23

    • 1 Samuel 13:8-15
      Romans 9:24-29
      Matthew 23:13-17

  • 5/14/23

    • 1 Samuel 16:1-13
      Romans 9:30 - 10:4
      Matthew 18:1-5

  • 5/21/23

    • 1 Samuel 24:1-12
      Romans 10:5-13
      Luke 6:32-36

  • 5/28/23

    • 2 Samuel 1:1-6
      Romans 10:14-21
      Matthew 14:13-21

  • 6/4/23

    • 2 Samuel 7:8-16
      Romans 11:1-10
      Matthew 22:41-46

  • 6/11/23

    • 2 Samuel 12;1-13
      Romans 11:17-24
      Matthew 20:29-34

  • 6/18/23

    • 2 Samuel 18:31-19:2
      Romans 11:25-36
      Matthew 24:1-8

  • 6/25/23

    • 2 Samuel 24:10-17
      Romans 12:1-8
      Matthew 24:36-42

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The Seder: From Bitterness to the Lamb (Lent Wednesdays 23)

Every Week we will be going though the Seder plate of Passover meal. Discussing what each things mean from the Bitterness to the Lamb

Every Week we will be going though the Seder plate of Passover meal. Discussing what each things mean from the Bitterness to the Lamb


 
 

Reading Plan
The readings for Sunday

  • 2/22/2023

    • Ash Wednesday

      • Exodus 2:1-102
        Corinthians 5:16-21
        Matthew 6:1-4, 16-18

    • Maror and Chazert Bitter Herbs

  • 3/1/2023

    • 10Exodus 3:1-14
      Romans 12:1-2
      Matthew 16:21-28

    • Charoset Sweet Brown Mixture/Fruit

  • 3/15/2023

    • Exodus 14:1-29

    • Matthew 11:25-30

    • Karpas Vegetable/parsley dipped into salt water

  • 3/22/2023

    • Exodus 16:1-8,
      Exodus 17:1-7
      John 6:35-40

    • Unleven bread

  • 3/29/2023

    • Exodus 32:1-14
      1 Corinthians 10:5-8
      Matthew 5:27-30

    • Beitzah roasted egg

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The Way: Finding Meaning in the Gospel of John (Teaching Series)

There are certain indicators that we are on The Way with Jesus Justice, Spirituality, Relationships, Beauty, Freedom, Truth, and Power. But what If we do not live up to these ideals, our societies and individual lives become unbalanced, creating anger and frustration that divide us from ourselves and from God. Come and see how The Way seems broken but how easter vision can bring many along the way of Hope.e. Let’s acknowledges the problem and then explore how we can respond with both grace and truth.

There are certain indicators that we are on The Way with Jesus Justice, Spirituality, Relationships, Beauty, Freedom, Truth, and Power. But what If we do not live up to these ideals, our societies and individual lives become unbalanced, creating anger and frustration that divide us from ourselves and from God. Come and see how The Way seems broken but how easter vision can bring many along the way of Hope.


Wednesday Services during lent 2023

Our Wednesday Series through Lent

Amazon Link

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Reading Plan
The readings for Sunday

  • 2/19/23 - Justice

    • Exodus 17:1-7
      Hebrews 12:12-15
      John 4:5-26, 39-42

  • 2/26/23 - Love

    • Jeremiah 1:4-10
      1 Corinthians 13:1-13
      Matthew 5:38-48

  • 3/5/23 - Spirituality

    • Deuteronomy 26:1-11
      1 John 3:11-18
      Luke 4:16-21

  • 3/12/23 - Beauty

    • Isaiah 52:7-12
      Hebrews 13:1-16
      Matthew 13:31-35

  • 3/19/23 - Freedom

    • Exodus 19:1-6
      1 Corinthians 9:19-27
      Luke 4:1-13

  • 3/26/23 - Truth

    • Exodus 19:1-6
      1 Corinthians 9:19-27
      Luke 4:1-13

  • 4/2/23 - Power

    • Exodus 19:1-6
      1 Corinthians 9:19-27
      Luke 4:1-13

  • 4/9/23 - John’s Easter

    • Exodus 19:1-6
      1 Corinthians 9:19-27
      Luke 4:1-13

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Vanishing Grace (Teaching Series)

Christians have proclaimed the good news about Jesus for centuries. But the good news isn't sounding so good these days, at least to some. Let’s acknowledges the problem and then explore how we can respond with both grace and truth.

Christians have proclaimed the good news about Jesus for centuries. But the good news isn't sounding so good these days, at least to some. Let’s acknowledges the problem and then explore how we can respond with both grace and truth.


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Reading Plan
The readings for Sunday

  • 2/19/23 - Justice

    • Exodus 17:1-7
      Hebrews 12:12-15
      John 4:5-26, 39-42

  • 2/26/23 - What Can We Do About It

    • Jeremiah 1:4-10
      1 Corinthians 13:1-13
      Matthew 5:38-48

  • 3/5/23 - Who are the Grace Dispensers

    • Deuteronomy 26:1-11
      1 John 3:11-18
      Luke 4:16-21

  • 3/12/23 - Is it Really Good News?

    • Isaiah 52:7-12
      Hebrews 13:1-16
      Matthew 13:31-35

  • 3/19/23 - Holy Subverses

    • Exodus 19:1-6
      1 Corinthians 9:19-27
      Luke 4:1-13

  • 3/26/23 - Holy Subverses

    • Exodus 19:1-6
      1 Corinthians 9:19-27
      Luke 4:1-13

  • 4/2/23 - Holy Subverses

    • Exodus 19:1-6
      1 Corinthians 9:19-27
      Luke 4:1-13

  • 4/9/23 - Holy Subverses

    • Exodus 19:1-6
      1 Corinthians 9:19-27
      Luke 4:1-13

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The Book of Advents (Teaching Series)

The Christmas season is filled with so much tradition, but so often we feel tired and frustrated by our attempts to fulfill our own desires. However, the Bible is the book of advents, the book of new beginnings when we see God come in a new way to save us all.


Abraham just received the best promise from God - it’s like he can do no wrong. However, his life still falls into struggle and troubles, and when he and the promise, Isaac, climb the Lord’s mountain. Abraham truly sees the advent of God for himself.


Reading Plan
Read around the readings for Sunday

  • 11/27/22

    • Genesis 18:1-15
      Romans 4:18-21
      John 8:48–58

  • 12/4/22

    • Genesis 28:10-17
      1 Peter 3:15-22
      John 1:43-51

  • 12/11/22

    • Exodus 3:1-15
      Hebrews 3:1-6
      John 6:32-40

  • 12/18/22

    • Joshua 1:1-6
      1 Peter 1:3-9
      Matthew 24:36-44

  • 12/25/22

    • Isaiah 52:7-10
      Titus 2:11-15
      Matthew 1:18-25

  • 1/1/22

    • Isaiah 63:7-14
      Galatians 4:4-7
      Matthew 2:13-23

  • 1/8/22

    • Isaiah 60:1-6
      Ephesians 3:1-12
      Matthew 2:1-12

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Tripple H: Head, Heart, Hands (Teaching Series)

Jesus is standing on the shore calling Peter and the other disciples to follow him. He says, "Come follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men." Jesus, in this one phrase, is calling them into stewardship in God’s Kingdom, calling them in head, heart, and hands.


Jesus is standing on the shore calling Peter and the other disciples to follow him. He says, "Come follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men." Jesus, in this one phrase, is calling them into stewardship in God’s Kingdom, calling them in head, heart, and hands. 


Reading Plan
Read around the readings for Sunday

  • 10/23/22

    • Jeremiah 16:14-18
      1 Corinthians 1:1-10
      Matthew 4:17-25

  • 10/30/22

    • Deu 6:1-9
      Colossians 1:15-23
      John 10:7-18

  • 11/6/22

    • Hosea 2:16-23
      Galatians 5:16-26
      Matthew 6:19-34

  • 11/13/22

    • Micah 6:6-8
      2 Corinthians 5:14-20
      Matthew 10:5-15

  • 11/20/22

    • Ezekiel 34:11-16, 20-24
      Ephesians 1:15-23
      Matthew 25:31-46

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