Speakers: Vince Klassen

Does it feel like our world is more divided than ever? Every conversation, every headline, every debate seems charged—like it’s no longer just about differences, but about winning or losing. One group against another. Us versus them.  A World Divided

It leaves us wondering: is this just the way things are now? Or is there a way back to feeling like we’re in this together again?

At Friends Church, we don’t believe division is disappearing anytime soon. But we do believe there’s a better way to live in the midst of it—one that requires spiritual presence, wisdom, and skill.

This week we’re launching a 2-part series: A Life With Purpose. Together, we’ll explore how to navigate the fractures around us without losing our center—and even become a healing presence in the process.

Don’t miss this opportunity to start the fall season with clarity, courage, and hope.

See you at the Spiritual Gym!

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Speakers: Jeff Jarvis and Mike Hanson

At Friends Church, our mission is simple: to inspire you to Take Water to your World.

“Taking Water” can look different in each of our lives. Sometimes it’s reactive – we respond to a need that arises unexpectedly to help in some way. Other times it’s proactive – we intentionally pursue an opportunity to make a difference because it connects with our deepest passions and unique talents. These proactive water causes don’t just ask for our time and energy; they become unique expressions of the mark we want to leave on our world.

This Sunday we’re exploring how to discover those deeper “water causes” that can shape our spirituality and give powerful expression to our unique purpose. Bring a friend and join us for this inspiring conversation!

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Speakers: Jeff Jarvis

What happens when you spend large amounts of time and effort chasing the approval of others but somehow lose parts of yourself in the process?

This weekend, we’re interviewing someone who struggled with this. He will open up about the breaking point that forced him to face the truth—and what he had to learn to rediscover himself.

If you or someone you know has worried perhaps too much about the opinions of others, this service could be a powerful catalyst for needed healthy change.  Make plans to join us and take a healthy step toward living a more authentic life.

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Speakers: Vince Klassen

I read a quote recently: “Mother: One person who does the work of twenty—for free.”

For many, this couldn’t be more true. From carrying us for nine months to raising us in a chaotic world, mothers often give everything they have—physically, emotionally, spiritually. They put others first, again and again. Mothers, you don’t need me to tell you this. You live it.

But here’s the question: How do we support you?

To those who aren’t mothers—if you think this is a little dramatic, talk to a mom of young kids. Ask how she’s doing. Really ask. Look beneath the “I’m fine,” and you’ll start to see the cost. A cost many gladly pay—but at what price?

This Sunday, join us—mothers, and everyone who loves one—as we explore the spiritual work of loving our mothers well. And moms, don’t miss it—we’ll have a mother on stage sharing real insight into how we can build healthier lives and relationships, together.

More information is available here about the book “Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle”.

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Speakers: Vince Klassen

We’ve all had them—relationships that just aren’t great. Maybe one part works, but the rest feels heavy, even toxic. So when is it okay to let go?

Jesus once said to forgive “70×7 times”—but does that mean we’re stuck in every relationship forever?

This week, we’re diving into the messy, beautiful, complicated world of relationships—good, bad, and everything in between. We’ll explore a model for navigating them with honesty, care, and what we call a “We” approach.

If you’ve ever asked, “Should I stay or should I go?”—this one’s for you.

See you at the Spiritual Gym.

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Speakers: David Hill

Here are moments when life leaves us feeling empty.

What do we do when disillusionment takes hold?

Join us this week as we explore how to rise from emptiness and reclaim meaning and purpose.

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Speakers: Jeff Jarvis

Last week, World No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler surprised many when he confessed that, even after 17 PGA wins and $90 million in prize money, his success offers only brief moments of happiness. At just 29, he’s wondering if it’s all as fulfilling as he hoped.

That kind of honesty can be unsettling—especially for those of us still hoping that happiness will arrive once we finally get “X”.

What if it doesn’t?

This Sunday, in a follow-up to my recent message on finding meaning, we’ll explore a spiritual principle and practice for those who sometimes struggle with contentment—no matter where they are on life’s path.

Join us.

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Speakers: Vince Klassen

It always starts with a moment—the tension between what I need and what They need. Whether it’s a parent with a child, a stranger at Stampede, or two people simply trying to navigate life together, the question is the same: who gets to care for whom?

This week, we continue exploring Jesus’ Great Commission. Last week, we talked about “going out into the world” as an antidote to loneliness. Now, we turn to the next part: “proclaim the good news to everyone.” But what is the good news? And who counts as “everyone”? Are we part of it?

Join us as we unpack a familiar phrase in a way that speaks to the choices we face every day.

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Speakers: Vince Klassen

Recently, someone sat me down and simply said, “I’m lonely.” They work from home and barely see anyone in person. Another just ended a relationship and now comes home to silence. Someone else shared they felt alone in their marriage—trapped in conflict, unseen. Then I saw a billboard that read, “The opposite of addiction is connection.”

Loneliness seems to be everywhere—either we’re feeling it, or someone close to us is. And it only seems to be getting worse.

So what do we do? How do we fight back against this growing disconnection?

Believe it or not, Jesus had some profound things to say about loneliness—and how to build real connection.

Join us this week at the Spiritual Gym as we explore how to reconnect in a disconnected world.

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Speakers: Jeff Jarvis

“Life is never made unbearable by circumstances, but only by lack of meaning and purpose.”

A deeper sense of meaning and purpose can feel surprisingly out of reach, even when lives look successful on the outside. You can have all the pieces in place, yet still find yourself wondering, “Is this really all there is?”

This Sunday, we’re exploring what well-known spiritual mystic Richard Rohr, refers to as the “Second-half-of-life”. A metaphor for a frame of mind that awakens to deeper reasons for living.

Maybe greater meaning won’t come from something “out there”, but rather something already hidden within the life you’re living…

Invite a friend and join us for a contemplative morning that will get you thinking deeply about your life.

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