Many of us are familiar with the story of Jesus feeding the multitudes of people who have gathered to see and hear him by multiplying five loaves of bread and two fish into a feast for thousands. This demonstration of divine abundance in the midst of scarcity can teach us something about how God can transform the seemingly insufficient into more than enough for all.

All around us we are told that there’s not enough, or worse, that we are not enough. A culture of comparison and consumerism keeps us constantly afraid of being on the “outside,” of not having the resources that make for a “good life.” Worse, we are often encouraged to hoard those resources, ever fearful that “someone” will take what is rightfully ours.

As followers of Jesus, we are challenged to discover how we might trust in God’s provision and care for our lives, even in this time of overwhelm and uncertainty. What belongs to us, anyway? And what do we owe to one another? Join us this Sunday as we explore these questions together.

Pastor Michael Vollbrecht preaching

Mark 6:30-34, 53-56

Rev. Keith Herron preaching

2 Samuel 6:1-5, 12b-19

Rev. Keith Herron preaching.

On July 7, Aaron will be released from his service as senior minister at Colonial Church as he prepares for his next call as a United States Navy Chaplain. We will be joined by the Kansas-Oklahoma Conference Minister, the Rev. Lorraine Ceniceros, who will preach and help us mark this important moment as a congregation.

Rev. Lorraine Ceniceros

Worship Series: I Want a Church ...

At Colonial Church, we understand the importance of nurturing not just the mind but also the spirit. Join us for a transformative church service this Sunday, where we delve into the depths of the heart and explore the intersection of spirituality, mental health, and the care of our souls.

Rev. Kelly Hansen

Worship Series: I Want a Church ...

At Colonial Church, we believe in the power of collective action to create a better world. Join our welcoming community this Sunday as we explore how each one of us can contribute to making a difference in our local community and beyond.

Pastor Michael Vollbrecht

Worship Series: I Want a Church ...

Colonial Church is an Open & Affirming congregation. Several years ago, we made a public covenant to welcome people of all orientations, gender identities, and expressions. But our work isn't finished. This Pride Sunday we explore the broad spectrum of diversity God calls us to embrace, and we look at the example of the autistic community's "Autistic Pride Day" as a model for how we can keep working for inclusion in our church. Wear your rainbow colors!

Pastor Michael Vollbrecht

We've done a good job as a church of saying who we welcome and why that's important. It feels good to know that everyone is welcome here. But what if we went deeper? What if we moved from words to action? This week, we'll explore what it might mean to go from a gathering of friends to a church community we can call "family."

Pastor Michael Vollbrecht

A local football player made national news recently following their divisive comments during a Benedictine College graduation speech. Benedict of Nursia, often called St. Benedict, was a 6th-century Italian monk, writer, and theologian. This week, we'll look at a few of Benedict's teachings and see if they match what we hear on social media and ESPN. And, in this time of transition as a church community, we'll explore Benedictine spirituality through one of the monk's most famous sayings: "Always, we begin again." Join us!

Pastor Michael Vollbrecht

Worship Series Les Miserables

This week, we wrap up our short series on Les Miserables. A major theme of Victor Hugo's classic tale is sacrifice and the choices we make for the sake of one another. We'll examine this theme through the characters of Eponine and Marius, and other characters whose selflessness results in both tragedy and triumph. Join us this Memorial Day weekend for one more rousing song from Les Mis!

Pastor Michael Vollbrecht