This past week Romans 13 was used to justify a heinous policy taking place in our country. This week Pastor Arik looks at the problems with doing so, taking a deeper dive into the issues surrounding the text

CW: Suicide

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After the most recent string of celebrity suicides, this week Pastor Arik looks at how depression can impact anyone. How do we respond? How can we reach out to help? Where do we go from here?

Ramadan Mubarak! The month of Ramadan has begun for our Muslim brothers and sisters, so this week Pastor Arik takes a quick look into what this sacred month is all about

His words gave voice to liberation. His theology gave the oppressed hope. In today's podcast, we honor the life and work of James Cone, whose message still has much to say to us, today

Too often we hold ourselves to the unrealistic expectation of perfection. In our homes, jobs, and relationships we strive to be perfect in all that we do. This week Pastor Arik looks at the perfection that can be found in our imperfection, as we strive to accept that we are perfect right now, just as we are.

As Pastor Arik prepares for the youth of the church to lead another worship service, he gives thanks and admires the gifts that the next generation brings

In response to the controversy surrounding the building of the local mosque, Pastor Arik wrote an opinion piece voicing his support. This is what that piece said

As Palm Sunday approaches, Pastor Arik looks at the power of protest as we prepare to celebrate the most well known protest in human history

Every person has a story worth sharing. This week, Pastor Arik encourages everyone to find a way to write down and pass along their story to future generations

This week we affirm that our lives have meaning and that we are here for a purpose. Join Pastor Arik as he celebrates all that we have to offer our world