A Spacious Christianity

Thy Kingdom Come, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: The Jesus Prayer: 7 Spiritual Practices for the New Year A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Micah 4.3-4;Luke 10.31-35.

Curious about faith, justice, and the kind of love that shakes things up? Join Rev. Dr. Steven Koski this Sunday—online or in person—as he explores what it really means to pray, “Thy Kingdom come.” What if God’s dream is about transforming life here and now? Join us and be part of the conversation.

About the Series, The Jesus Prayer: 7 Spiritual Practices for the New Year: In the midst of their own uncertainty and anxiety, the disciples asked Jesus how to pray. Jesus replied, “Pray this way” and taught what is known as the Lord’s Prayer or Jesus Prayer. This series will focus on this teaching of Jesus as an invitation to 7 spiritual practices that will strengthen our faith and help us show up in the world with courage and compassion.

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:

Lord’s Prayer, Thy kingdom come, God’s kingdom, political metaphor, religious metaphor, Micah’s dream, economic justice, holy disturbance, Good Samaritan, holy disturbance, love’s call, stand in the gap, mercy, justice, love wins., presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregon

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

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Hallowed Be Thy Name: Awe, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: 7 Spiritual Practices for the New Year A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Matthew 6.9; Ephesians 3.19; Luke 5. 4-11.

Join Rev. Dr. Steven Koski this Sunday, either online or in-person, as he explores the power of awe and wonder. Don’t miss this thought-provoking message that just might shift your perspective. Come experience the mystery with us.

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:

Worship service, First Presbyterian, spacious Christianity, doubts and questions, diversity, sacred stories, radical love, prayer, attention guide, spiritual life, awe and wonder, miracle, faith journey, mystery, love beyond knowledge., presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregon

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

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Our Father: Community, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Matthew 6.9-13; 18.3.

oin us this Sunday, either online or in-person, as we dive deeper into the powerful message about community, connection, and living out the Lord’s Prayer.

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:

Rupert, mentorship, youth, underserved neighborhoods, Lord’s Prayer, mutuality, belonging, community, interdependence, prayer, healing, shared world, divine truth, beloved community, Naomi Shaybnai., presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregon

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

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Finding Strength in Who You Are, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Matthew 3:16-17, 1 John 4:16.

Join us this Sunday—online or in-person—for an inspiring message from Rev. Dr. Steven Koski about finding grit through grace. Discover how remembering we’re made by love can transform our lives and the world.

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,Grace,Grit,Resilience,Baptism,Belonging,Identity,Empathy,Transformation,Hope,Courage,Purpose,Spiritual Practice,Unconditional Love,Remembrance,Goodness,Connection,Community,Healing,New Year, presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregon

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

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A Moment to Arrive: Epiphany, Light & the New Year, with Becca Ellis. A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: 1John 4:7-9, 16, Matthew 2:1-12.

Join us this Sunday, either online or in-person, as we reflect on finding light in the darkness. Becca will share an inspiring message about embracing empathy, community, and the love that connects us all.

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:

2024 reflections, Dark Secrets, Epiphany Sunday, Magi’s visit, God’s light, Persian astrologers, daily grind, unexpected challenges, relentless year, choosing a word, family emergencies, terminal cancer, feeling alone, empathy power, overview effect, love and empathy, presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregon

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

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The Light Within Us All, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: Standalone Services A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: John 1:5.

Curious about finding light in the darkest times? Join us this Sunday, either online or in-person, for an uplifting message from Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Reflect on the profound truth that just a little light can illuminate even the deepest shadows. We might just carry the light of love and hope into the new year together.

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:

light of Jesus, bearers of light, Christmas Eve, Howard Thurman, work of Christmas, let there be light, mirror metaphor, bus driver story, reflecting light, agent of illumination, force of peace, candle of comfort, peace and love, small acts, ripple effect, presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregon

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

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Christmas Celebration, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Luke 2.

We invite you to join us in celebrating the wonder of Christmas Eve. Whether in-person or online, come experience the profound message of Emmanuel – God with us. In the midst of life’s joys and sorrows, may you find hope, comfort and the presence of the divine. We look forward to sharing this sacred time with you.

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:

child’s love, elderly neighbor, God with us, Emmanuel, Christmas message, angel’s words, God’s presence, vulnerability, enduring love, mystery of birth, God’s endurance, tender hearts, presence of love, Christmas gift, God’s love, presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregon

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

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Love's Light in the Waiting, with Rev. Morgan Schmidt. Series: The Gift of Advent (2024) A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon.

Join us this Sunday, either online or in-person, to hear a powerful message about the light of love in the waiting of Advent. Morgan’s got some great stories and insights you won’t want to miss. Come be inspired and find the love that’s on the way.

About the Series, The Gift of Advent (2024): Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love

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:

Advent season, progressive dinners, Red Cross volunteer, home fires, waiting practice, light from darkness, already and not yet, disaster response, love and light, active waiting, season of darkness, work of love, hurricane response, helping others, love finds you, presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregon

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Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Rev. Morgan Schmidt, Becca Ellis, Brave of Heart, Guests

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Joy in the Stable: Reimagining the Christmas Story, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: The Gift of Advent (2024) A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Luke 2.6-7.

Discover unexpected joy this Sunday at First Presbyterian Church of Bend. Join us online or in-person as we explore how love transforms ordinary moments into extraordinary gifts. Come curious, and leave inspired.

About the Series, The Gift of Advent (2024): Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love

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:

Bethlehem inn, compassionate innkeeper, unexpected joy, love takes over, personal treasures, heart’s gift, small moments, unexpected turn, Christmas pageant, love’s sacrifice, treasure found, heart’s fullness, God’s love, unexpected joy, heart’s gift, presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregon

Featuring:

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

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Peace in Unexpected Places, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: The Gift of Advent (2024) A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Luke 2:14.

About the Series, The Gift of Advent (2024): Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love

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.

Featuring:

Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Brave of Heart, Guests

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