Aug 9th - When You Feel You Are Not Enough, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon.

Ever feel weighed down by guilt, shame, or the sense that you’ll never be “good enough”? This week we’re exploring a different picture of God, one who doesn’t keep score but keeps the door open. It’s about discovering that you already belong, and letting that kind of love change how you see yourself and others in a hurting, divided world.

You’re invited to join us this Sunday, online or in person, and simply come as you are.

Join us each Sunday, 10AM at bendfp.org, or 11AM KTVZ-CW Channel 612/12 in Bend.  Subscribe/Follow, and click the bell for alerts.

At First Presbyterian, you will meet people at many different places theologically and spiritually. And we love it that way. We want to be a place where our diversity brings us together and where conversation takes us all deeper in our understanding of God.

We call this kind of faith “Spacious Christianity.” We don’t ask anyone to sign creeds or statements of belief. The life of faith is about a way of being in the world and a faith that shows itself in love.

Thank you for your support of the mission of the First Presbyterian Church of Bend. Visit https://bendfp.org/giving/ for more information.

Keywords:

father, younger son, son, jesus, sons, god, spacious, image, home, story, servants, theology, love, begins, squandered, called, parables, imagine, people, world, presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregon

Featuring:

Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Rev. Sharon Edwards, Becca Ellis, Brave of Heart, Guests

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Aug 2nd - Presence, Mystery & Wonder, with Becca Breed. A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon.

Ever feel like life is on autopilot, or the news is just too much to take in? This week we’re talking about how to slow down enough to actually feel present, rediscover a bit of wonder, and find the “next right thing” when you’re anxious or overwhelmed.

If you’re curious and could use a gentle reset, you’re invited to join us this Sunday, online or in-person. Come as you are.

Join us each Sunday, 10AM at bendfp.org, or 11AM KTVZ-CW Channel 612/12 in Bend.  Subscribe/Follow, and click the bell for alerts.

At First Presbyterian, you will meet people at many different places theologically and spiritually. And we love it that way. We want to be a place where our diversity brings us together and where conversation takes us all deeper in our understanding of God.

We call this kind of faith “Spacious Christianity.” We don’t ask anyone to sign creeds or statements of belief. The life of faith is about a way of being in the world and a faith that shows itself in love.

Thank you for your support of the mission of the First Presbyterian Church of Bend. Visit https://bendfp.org/giving/ for more information.

Keywords:

life, world, writes, presence, interrupted, minds, love, find, moment, worry, childish, heart, practice, therapist, fist, living, sync, feels, mystery, present moment, presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregon

Featuring:

Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Rev. Sharon Edwards, Becca Breed, Brave of Heart, Guests

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Jul 26th - Not Who You Think God Is, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: More Than You Think: Discovering the Parables of Jesus A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Luke 16.19–26.

Ever felt like life is a constant test, and you’re never quite good enough to pass? This Sunday we’re talking about a different way to see God, ourselves, and the people right at our front gate. A God who meets us in our mess, not after we’ve cleaned it up. If you’re hungry for a faith that looks more like grace than pressure, you’re welcome to join us online or in person this Sunday.

Join us each Sunday, 10AM at bendfp.org, or 11AM KTVZ-CW Channel 612/12 in Bend.  Subscribe/Follow, and click the bell for alerts.

At First Presbyterian, you will meet people at many different places theologically and spiritually. And we love it that way. We want to be a place where our diversity brings us together and where conversation takes us all deeper in our understanding of God.

We call this kind of faith “Spacious Christianity.” We don’t ask anyone to sign creeds or statements of belief. The life of faith is about a way of being in the world and a faith that shows itself in love.

Thank you for your support of the mission of the First Presbyterian Church of Bend. Visit https://bendfp.org/giving/ for more information.

Keywords:

Grace, unconditional love, parable, rich man, Lazarus, reward and punishment, God’s favor, ledger theology, heaven and hell, living hell, bringing heaven to earth, kingdom of God, fullness of love, seeing others, compassion., presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregon

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Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Rev. Sharon Edwards, Becca Ellis, Brave of Heart, Guests

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Jul 19th - Who is Rescuing Who?, with Rev. Sharon Edwards. Series: More Than You Think: Discovering the Parables of Jesus A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Luke 10.25–37.

Ever feel torn between wanting to help others and barely holding it together yourself? Or wonder why it can be so hard to let someone help you?

This Sunday we are exploring what it means to give and receive care in real life. No perfect people, just honest stories about loneliness, purpose, and the quiet ways we rescue each other.

Join us each Sunday, 10AM at bendfp.org, or 11AM KTVZ-CW Channel 612/12 in Bend.  Subscribe/Follow, and click the bell for alerts.

At First Presbyterian, you will meet people at many different places theologically and spiritually. And we love it that way. We want to be a place where our diversity brings us together and where conversation takes us all deeper in our understanding of God.

We call this kind of faith “Spacious Christianity.” We don’t ask anyone to sign creeds or statements of belief. The life of faith is about a way of being in the world and a faith that shows itself in love.

Thank you for your support of the mission of the First Presbyterian Church of Bend. Visit https://bendfp.org/giving/ for more information.

Keywords:

Love, loneliness, rescue, parable, Good Samaritan, compassion, neighbor, vulnerability, care sharing, mutual rescue, spiritual practice, face of God, caregivers connection, Marty Richards, Stephen Fine., presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregon

Featuring:

Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Rev. Sharon Edwards, Becca Ellis, Brave of Heart, Guests

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Jul 12th - Stretched By Grace, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: More Than You Think: Discovering the Parables of Jesus A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Matthew 20.1-16.

Ever feel like life just isn’t fair, or like you’re always picked last or overlooked? This week we’re talking about a different kind of world, where worth is not something you earn and everyone gets enough, including you. A world where grace, not scorekeeping, has the final word.

You’re invited to explore that with us this Sunday, online or in person at First Presbyterian Church in Bend. Come as you are, bring your questions, and sit with a community that’s learning how to see and care for one another.

Join us each Sunday, 10AM at bendfp.org, or 11AM KTVZ-CW Channel 612/12 in Bend. Subscribe/Follow, and click the bell for alerts.

At First Presbyterian, you will meet people at many different places theologically and spiritually. And we love it that way. We want to be a place where our diversity brings us together and where conversation takes us all deeper in our understanding of God.

We call this kind of faith “Spacious Christianity.” We don’t ask anyone to sign creeds or statements of belief. The life of faith is about a way of being in the world and a faith that shows itself in love.

Thank you for your support of the mission of the First Presbyterian Church of Bend. Visit https://bendfp.org/giving/ for more information.

Keywords:

Parable, spiritual path, imagination, God’s generosity, daily wage, landowner, workers, merit-based system, national policies, immigration, grace, belonging, hope, undeserved gifts, extravagant generosity., presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregon

Featuring:

Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Rev. Sharon Edwards, Becca Ellis, Brave of Heart, Guests

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Jul 5th - Together: The Wheat and the Weeds, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: More Than You Think: Discovering the Parables of Jesus A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Matthew 13.24–30, 36–43.

Wondering how to love this country when you’re heartbroken by it too? This Sunday we’re talking about holding gratitude and grief together, and what it looks like to seek courage, integrity, and justice without giving up on each other. If you’re tired of shouting matches and looking for a more human way forward, you’re not alone.

Join us online or in person this Sunday at First Presbyterian Church of Bend. You are welcome here.

Join us each Sunday, 10AM at bendfp.org, or 11AM KTVZ-CW Channel 612/12 in Bend.  Subscribe/Follow, and click the bell for alerts.

At First Presbyterian, you will meet people at many different places theologically and spiritually. And we love it that way. We want to be a place where our diversity brings us together and where conversation takes us all deeper in our understanding of God.

We call this kind of faith “Spacious Christianity.” We don’t ask anyone to sign creeds or statements of belief. The life of faith is about a way of being in the world and a faith that shows itself in love.

Thank you for your support of the mission of the First Presbyterian Church of Bend. Visit https://bendfp.org/giving/ for more information.

Keywords:

America’s birthday, courage, integrity, justice, freedom of religion, Christian nationalism, love of country, patriotism, wheat and weeds, civil rights, mass incarceration, gun violence, Special Olympics, unity, freedom to disagree., presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregon

Featuring:

Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Rev. Sharon Edwards, Becca Ellis, Brave of Heart, Guests

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Jun 28th - The House Is Not Whole, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Luke 15.1–7, 11–32.

Ever felt like there’s no place you fully belong, especially if church has been a source of hurt or exclusion? This Sunday we’re talking about a God who keeps the door open, counts every life as precious, and refuses to give up on the ones the world pushes aside, including our LGBTQ+ neighbors, kids, and friends.

Join us in person or online this Sunday. Come as you are. You are welcome here.

Join us each Sunday, 10AM at bendfp.org, or 11AM KTVZ-CW Channel 612/12 in Bend.  Subscribe/Follow, and click the bell for alerts.

At First Presbyterian, you will meet people at many different places theologically and spiritually. And we love it that way. We want to be a place where our diversity brings us together and where conversation takes us all deeper in our understanding of God.

We call this kind of faith “Spacious Christianity.” We don’t ask anyone to sign creeds or statements of belief. The life of faith is about a way of being in the world and a faith that shows itself in love.

Thank you for your support of the mission of the First Presbyterian Church of Bend. Visit https://bendfp.org/giving/ for more information.

Keywords:

Hospitality, inclusion, belonging, LGBTQ+, church exclusion, Pride month, love wins, parable, shepherd, community, acceptance, radical welcome, God’s image, Jack’s story, fear and judgment., presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregon

Featuring:

Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Rev. Sharon Edwards, Becca Ellis, Brave of Heart, Guests

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Jun 21st - Generosity, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: More Than You Think: Discovering the Parables of Jesus A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Mark 4:1-9.

Ever feel like the world is meaner, more judgmental, and it makes you shrink a little inside? This week we’re talking about a God whose love looks more like wild generosity than scorekeeping, and how that kind of grace can free us to live with courage and kindness.

You’re welcome to join us online or in person this Sunday, just as you are.

Join us each Sunday, 10AM at bendfp.org, or 11AM KTVZ-CW Channel 612/12 in Bend.  Subscribe/Follow, and click the bell for alerts.

At First Presbyterian, you will meet people at many different places theologically and spiritually. And we love it that way. We want to be a place where our diversity brings us together and where conversation takes us all deeper in our understanding of God.

We call this kind of faith “Spacious Christianity.” We don’t ask anyone to sign creeds or statements of belief. The life of faith is about a way of being in the world and a faith that shows itself in love.

Thank you for your support of the mission of the First Presbyterian Church of Bend. Visit https://bendfp.org/giving/ for more information.

Keywords:

Fear, compassion, God, sower, parable, seeds, soil, generosity, love, judgment, abundance, scarcity, kindness, theology, image of God., presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregon

Featuring:

Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Rev. Sharon Edwards, Becca Ellis, Brave of Heart, Guests

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Jun 14th - Buen Camino, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Psalm 46.

Ever feel like life is moving faster than your soul can keep up? This Sunday, we’re talking about what it means to slow down, loosen your grip a bit, and let yourself be carried by grace and the kindness of others. It is about learning to receive help without shame and noticing the small, holy moments in an ordinary day.

Join us online or in person this Sunday. You are welcome here, just as you are.

Join us each Sunday, 10AM at bendfp.org, or 11AM KTVZ-CW Channel 612/12 in Bend.  Subscribe/Follow, and click the bell for alerts.

At First Presbyterian, you will meet people at many different places theologically and spiritually. And we love it that way. We want to be a place where our diversity brings us together and where conversation takes us all deeper in our understanding of God.

We call this kind of faith “Spacious Christianity.” We don’t ask anyone to sign creeds or statements of belief. The life of faith is about a way of being in the world and a faith that shows itself in love.

Thank you for your support of the mission of the First Presbyterian Church of Bend. Visit https://bendfp.org/giving/ for more information.

Keywords:

Camino de Santiago, pilgrimage, spiritual journey, transformation, be still, let go, mercy, kindness, presence, hurry, inner journey, outer journey, Buen Camino, spiritual awakening, nature’s rhythms., presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregon

Featuring:

Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Rev. Sharon Edwards, Becca Ellis, Brave of Heart, Guests

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Jun 7th - The Quality of Life Equals the Quality of Our Relationships, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13.

Join us Sunday when Rev. Dr. Steven Koski discusses the importance of love and acceptance in relationships and how one might embrace others’ imperfections with patience, kindness, and grace.

Join us each Sunday, 10AM at bendfp.org, or 11AM KTVZ-CW Channel 612/12 in Bend.  Subscribe/Follow, and click the bell for alerts.

At First Presbyterian, you will meet people at many different places theologically and spiritually. And we love it that way. We want to be a place where our diversity brings us together and where conversation takes us all deeper in our understanding of God.

We call this kind of faith “Spacious Christianity.” We don’t ask anyone to sign creeds or statements of belief. The life of faith is about a way of being in the world and a faith that shows itself in love.

Thank you for your support of the mission of the First Presbyterian Church of Bend. Visit https://bendfp.org/giving/ for more information.

Keywords:

agnes, love, lloyd, organist, church, play, relationships, preacher, young man, paul, lives, michael, law, smiled, years, grace, carthage, feeling, hymns, sunday, presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregon

Featuring:

Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Rev. Sharon Edwards, Becca Ellis, Brave of Heart, Guests

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