Making Space for What Comes Next

In the World

Know This

"...When Jesus says, 'I am the gate...,' what do you hear? What do you need to hear today?"

Our points of reference influence how we understand the metaphors Jesus uses. What images arise when you hear the word "door" or the word "gate"?

Listen as Pastor Nancy opens up the metaphor of a gate in her sermon on John 10:1-10.

On The Way

Whom Are You Looking For?

As Jesus carefully orchestrates a countercultural entrance into Jerusalem, we may find ourselves in the midst of the crowds lining the way. Echoes of hosanna, "save us," ring through the centuries. Who cries out "save us" today?

Jesus' path through Holy Week is one of sorrow and betrayal. Which path will we choose--the one promising power or the way of a humble servant?

(TW: In this sermon Pastor Nancy addresses the issues of gun violence and school shootings.)

Scripture reading: Matthew 21:1-11

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Pastor Nancy discusses recent questions surrounding early manuscripts of the gospel of John, particularly whether Martha may have been inserted into the story of the raising of Lazarus. For more information, see this 2019 article from Duke University.

Challenging Our Questions

Sharing Water with Jesus