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Celebrating Women’s History Month: March 16
Women’s History Month continues as we celebrate the profound contributions of women in hymnody, art, and sacred music.
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[Sermon] Finding Life in the Barren Places
It’s easy to believe that deserts—literal or spiritual—are places of absence. But what if they are places of transformation?


Celebrating Women’s History Month: March 9
Explore First Fruits by Rev. Lauren Wright Pittman and the music of Heather Sorenson as we honor women's creativity in worship.


[Sermon] Living in the Light of God's Reign
The Transfiguration is a moment of revelation, but its purpose is not to transport us to another world


Celebrating Women’s History Month: March 2
This week, we reflect on Transfiguration by Lauren Wright Pittman and a hymn by Karen Black—expressions of faith through art and music.


Celebrating Black History Month: Feb 23
Celebrate Black History Month with Alma Thomas's vibrant art and the enduring hope of "This Little Light of Mine."


Celebrating Black History Month: Feb 16
This Sunday, explore Laura James' vibrant art and sing "Lift Every Voice and Sing," a hymn of hope and unity.
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[Sermon] Into the Deep: Trusting God Beyond the Shore
Jesus calls us beyond the safety of the shore into the deep waters of faith.

Beverly Piro
Feb 9


Celebrating Black History Month: Feb 9
Celebrate Black History Month with art by Cassandra Gillens and the hymn "Give God All the Praise" by Mark A. Miller.
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[Sermon] Justice in the Body of Christ
Pastor Hector's Epiphany 3 sermon examines the role of justice within the church as the body of Christ.

Hector Garfias-Toledo
Jan 26
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[Sermon] Gifts for the Common Good
Every gift—whether wisdom, service, or energy—is intended to benefit the entire community

Jeff Tobin
Jan 19
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[Sermon] Baptized Into the Way of Christ
The baptism of Jesus marks the beginning of a ministry that defied expectations and dismantled the status quo.

Beverly Piro
Jan 12


Elevate Your Lent with Song!
Ready to add a little harmony to your spiritual journey? Join our choir for a transformative 40-day Lenten experience! Why sing with us?...

David Horton
Jan 8
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[Sermon] Winding Paths, Guiding Stars
The journey of the Magi to meet Jesus wasn’t straightforward, and neither are our lives.
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[Sermon] Love Calls You By Name
At the heart of the Christmas story is an extraordinary proclamation: a Savior is born, and God has drawn near.

Hector Garfias-Toledo
Dec 24, 2024
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[Sermon] The Call to Journey Together
Lives are shaped and strengthened by God’s presence through one another

Hector Garfias-Toledo
Dec 8, 2024
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[Sermon] Chosen by God, Chosen by Name
God pieces together the ordinary and imperfect parts of our lives to create something extraordinary.

Beverly Piro
Dec 1, 2024
![[Sermon] Finding Christ in Our Humanity](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/yMZwfrpF0FM/maxresdefault.jpg)
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[Sermon] Finding Christ in Our Humanity
, Aaron Franco-Ross deconstructs the common narrative of a hero in disguise, contrasting it with the true story of Christ's Incarnation.

Aaron Franco-Ross
Nov 24, 2024


Previewing Advent & Christmas 2024
Words For the Beginning: Advent Reminders for a New Season

Josh Judd-Herzfeldt
Nov 18, 2024
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[Sermon] Stone Upon Stone
When stability crumbles, Jesus calls us to trust in God's renewing work. From endings to beginnings, God is always making things new.

Beverly Piro
Nov 17, 2024
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