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By Missiongathering CharlotteReligion & Spirituality
MGCLT Sermons episodes
- Part 4 Stone CatchersCheck in with your heart on the issue of racism in America, both past and present.How does a heart reconcile such violence against humanity?Does anyone ever profit from throwing stones? When and how does the church stepin to advocate for injustice?Change must come through us, the faith-filled. To the best of your ability(acknowledging that we all have blind spots to our character defects) admit whereyou cast judgment. Do you have an understanding as to why that is true for you?What could it look like for you and your church community to be stone catchers?22 min
- Part 3 The Idol Of WhitenessIdols separate us from God. Wallis suggests that whiteness as an ideal is idolatry.Society worships whiteness. Take some time to contemplate what hearing thisbrings up in you. Express how you feel and/or what questions this brings up foryou.The church of the future will continue to be larger than boarders. It continues tomove towards God’s ultimate dream of a united humankind. This means peoplewho have had animosity for generations will be worshipping side-by-side. Can youimagine it? Younger generations are already living it. Do you feel any resistance tochurch of today being deconstructed? Or rebuilt anew upon its cornerstone ofJesus’s imprint of Grace and Love?Consider this statement by Wallis: We are living out lies, the lie of race, race isn’t even real itis a social construct, we created it to justify slavery. It isn’t real, it is a myth. So we are living outthis lie and we are stuck in it. We aren’t free. It’s a lie. It’s not just people who are oppressedracially that are not free, it the part of that system who are white and don’t even see what is goingon…we are not free either.How are you imprisoned by white supremacy?Are you ready and willing to be set free? Jot down a few “next steps” for you.26 min
- Part 2 Beloved CommunityHow are you seeing disparity between what we say we believe and how we act asChristians?How are you feeling lately about the term Christian? About what is done in thename of God? How do you define yourself ?How do you feel knowing that churches lie, and people believe those lies? Have youexperienced this? What does it take to move into an awakening from these lies?It’s hard to reframe our expectations if we are not willing to challenge our beliefs.How do you think through your belief system?What sort of diversity do you have in your small group/study group? How doesthat effect the understanding of Jesus and humanity that you might move throughas a group?24 min
- Part 1 Restoration Of RelationshipReggie Williams reveals that racism is a construction of systems and structures around anideal race: white, European, and masculine. What is your view of this from whereyou live? Is it in your sight? In your periphery? Out of sight?Christ is always with those whose backs are pressed against the wall by oppressive regimes…Christ is (where he says in Mt 25) in society as the hungry, as the imprisoned, as the naked, as thethirsty… —Reggie WilliamsIf you shun people who are not the ideal, Williams says you are shunning Christ.Think about this.Imagine breaking down the systems and structures that dehumanize people. Whereis Jesus in this vision? Where is your church community? Where are you?What is the first door of oppression that you can participate in opening?27 min
- The Fourth Sunday Of EasterThe Fourth Sunday of Easter. Jesus tells a story that confuses everyone but in it is a deep message about who God is and how we relate to God. Listen along to this message. And stop by our Facebook page and let us know you are listening!15 min
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- The Second Sunday Of Easter 2020The Second Sunday of Easter 2020. Focusing on the gift of breath and the ancient practice of the Breath Prayer.12 min
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- HappinessCould it be that in the teachings of Jesus we find some ancient truths to happiness? Listen along as Missiongathering Charlotte and Pastor Andrew explore that possibility.41 min
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Vision Statement:
Missiongathering is a Progressive, Inclusive, and Anti-Racist Christian Church. Our vision is to be a space for healing, authentic relationships, and service to our local community. Our approach to faith and spirituality is less about doctrine or dogma, and more about living life fully and abundantly, which we believe to be impeccably modeled in the way of Christ.
What we mean by Progressive:
We embrace an open-handed approach to Christian theology. We interpret scripture through the lens of Christ-like love, empathy, and our continually evolving understanding of the world. Our community is a safe and welcoming space for wherever you might be in your spiritual journey, including those who are going through a deconstruction or faith shift.
What we mean by Inclusive:
We practice the inclusion and empowerment of all who have been historically excluded and disempowered in church communities, including women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ persons. Rather than simply “welcoming" to these individuals, we fully affirm and celebrate their identities, allowing full membership and leadership. Missiongathering Bellevue is a part of the Disciples of Christ, who historically practice an “open table”, where all are welcomed and invited to participate in the sacrament of communion, regardless of their background or spiritual beliefs.
What we mean by Anti-Racist:
We resonate with Angela Davis’ statement: “In a racist society, it is not enough to be non-racist, we must be anti-racist”. We strive to be a multicultural community that is a resource for racial justice and racial healing.