Sunday Morning Adult Education at St. John the Divine

What does it really mean to love our city like Jesus? In this powerful panel, three local leaders share how their faith led them from corporate careers to full-time service in Houston’s communities. Hear inspiring stories from Michelle Schonbeck (Christian Community Service Center), Charles Rotramel (Houston Revision), and Dana Thomas (The Forge for Families) as they talk about their calling, the impact of volunteers, and how everyday Christians can make a difference.

If you’ve ever wondered how you can answer God’s call to serve—even in small, meaningful ways—this conversation will speak to your heart.

In this powerful session from our “Loving Our City Like Jesus” Easter series, we hear from the people behind A Lighted Path—a nonprofit born from the Church of St. John the Divine to be a light for the city of Houston. Through stories of transformation and hope, panelists share how three key initiatives—Strong Start, Adults in Training, and Loving Lamar—are making a real difference in the lives of children, youth, and young adults.

You’ll hear from volunteers, nonprofit partners, and program participants about the ways Jesus is at work in Houston through early childhood education, support for young adults aging out of foster care, and deep connection with a local high school. It’s an inspiring look at what it means to go forth and love the city like Jesus.

Between the cross and the resurrection, Jesus descends—to the dead, to the depths, to the forgotten places. In this short Holy Week lecture, explore the mystery of Holy Saturday through Scripture, tradition, and ancient art, and discover how Christ’s love reaches beyond even death itself.

David Modesette shares a heartfelt, deeply personal reflection on Philippians 4:1–9—the cornerstone passage that carried his family through cancer, anxiety, and the everyday struggles of life. With wisdom, humor, and honesty, he reminds us why surrendering our worries to God isn’t optional—it’s essential. This is a talk about peace that “surpasses all understanding,” moral clarity without judgment, and the kind of faith that carries across generations.

What motivates your life? What’s in your proverbial “spiritual box”? In this talk, Larry Lawyer dives into Philippians and Paul’s message of joy, perseverance, and true citizenship in heaven. From warnings about legalism and hedonism to the call for spiritual maturity, we explore how to fix our eyes on Christ and live as His disciples.