What if the reason so many people feel lost, unstable, or unfulfilled is because they’ve been asking the wrong question about who they are? In Your Identity In Christ, Pastor David Menard opens the book of Ephesians to reveal a powerful truth: your life is being shaped—right now—by the identity you believe about yourself. Through a vivid journey into Acts 18–19 and Ephesians 1, he paints the backdrop of a broken, chaotic city transformed by the gospel and shows how God established a thriving church in the most unlikely place. From the calling of ordinary people to the radical transformation of lives steeped in darkness, this message highlights one central theme: true identity is not self-created—it is God-defined. And when we understand who God says we are, everything changes.

This is more than a message—it’s an invitation to rediscover who you truly are. As you listen, you’ll be challenged to confront the unstable identities the world offers and embrace the unshakable identity found in Christ: chosen, loved, redeemed, and secure. Pastor David doesn’t just teach theology—he calls you to live it, showing how knowing your identity can break cycles, restore purpose, and ignite transformation. If you’ve ever questioned your worth, your direction, or your place in life, this message will meet you there and point you forward. The takeaway is clear and urgent: when you truly know who you are in Christ, your life will never be the same—and neither will the world around you.

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The Mission Church / Sunday 04–19-2026 9:45 Service by David Menard  

Ephesians 1 NKJV

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What if the key to healing division in your relationships isn’t winning the argument—but transforming the way you listen, speak, and love? In Unity in a Polarized World, Pastor JC Cooper takes us into a powerful and tension-filled moment in John 8, where Jesus responds to hostility, judgment, and deep brokenness with wisdom and grace. Through this encounter, we discover three practical, biblical tools for navigating difficult conversations: listening to understand, opening closed ears, and inspiring others with truth and vision. With relatable stories and honest insight, this message reveals how Jesus models a radically different way to pursue unity—even when the world around us feels more divided than ever.

This message invites you to step into a better way of living—one that challenges your instincts, deepens your compassion, and equips you to reflect Christ in real-life conflict. Whether you’re navigating tension at home, work, or in your community, you’ll be encouraged to slow down, lead with love, and trust God to work through your words and actions. The call is clear and compelling: unity begins with a heart transformed by Jesus. If you’ve ever wondered how to stand firm in truth while still loving well, this message will both stretch and strengthen you—and might just change the way you engage with others starting today.

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The Mission Church / Sunday 04–12-2026 9:45 Service by JC Cooper  

John 8 NKJV

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What if the emptiness, confusion, or grief you’ve experienced is actually the very place where God wants to meet you and bring new life? In The Garden of Resurrection, Pastor David Menard invites us into the powerful scene of John 20, where Mary Magdalene stands weeping at an empty tomb—only to encounter the risen Jesus in a way that changes everything. Through vivid storytelling and deep biblical insight, the message traces the journey from the first garden of Eden, where sin entered the world, to the garden tomb, where Jesus—the “second gardener”—defeats sin and death. Along the way, we see how Scripture, especially Isaiah 53, foretells this moment with stunning clarity, revealing a Savior who was crushed for our sins so we could be made new.

This message isn’t just about what happened then—it’s about what can happen in you right now. You’re invited to listen and discover how Jesus meets us in our darkest moments, calls us by name, and leads us from confusion into clarity, from religion into real relationship. It challenges us to stop hiding, to stop trying to fix ourselves, and instead receive the new life only Christ can give. The question echoes: “Who has believed this report?” Your answer matters more than anything—because the same resurrection power that transformed that garden is still available today, ready to transform your life.

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The Mission Church / Sunday 04–5-2026 6:00 Service by David Menard  

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What do you do when God’s will doesn’t make sense—when obedience feels like loss, surrender feels like defeat, and everything in you wants to take control? In The Garden of Sacrifice, Pastor David Menard walks through Matthew 26, bringing us into the tension-filled moments of the Garden of Gethsemane and the arrest of Jesus. With vivid clarity, he reveals the humility of Christ, the pain of betrayal, and the intentional, unwavering love that led Jesus to the cross. From Judas’ kiss to Peter’s impulsive resistance, we see both the brokenness of humanity and the stunning reality that Jesus willingly chose sacrifice—not as a victim, but as Savior.

This message invites you to look deeper at your own heart and ask where self-will may be resisting God’s greater plan. It challenges you to trust God even when you don’t understand Him, and to surrender control in moments that feel unjust or uncertain. As you listen, you’ll be confronted, encouraged, and reminded that it is the love of Christ that transforms us from the inside out. Step into this powerful teaching and discover what it truly means to follow Jesus in the garden of sacrifice—because what He chose then changes everything for you now.

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We value Relationships.

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The Mission Church / Friday 04–3-2026 6:00 Service by David Menard  

Matthew 26 NKJV

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What if the greatest turning point in your life isn’t about trying harder—but finally surrendering? In The Garden of Surrender, David Menard invites us into a powerful journey from the brokenness of Eden in Genesis 3 to the agonizing obedience of Jesus in Matthew 26. Through vivid teaching, he reveals how sin fractures the human soul—filling us with guilt, shame, and distance from God—yet even in that devastation, God introduces hope through the first promise of redemption. The message beautifully traces how humanity’s failure in the garden is met by Christ’s victory in another garden, where Jesus chooses the Father’s will over His own, securing forgiveness and restoration through His sacrifice.

This message is more than a lesson—it’s an invitation. As you listen, you’ll be challenged to examine your own heart: Are you hiding, striving, or truly surrendering? Menard calls us to move beyond empty effort and into honest relationship with God, where confession leads to freedom and surrender leads to life. With urgency and compassion, he reminds us that Jesus succeeded where we fail, offering not just forgiveness but transformation. If you’re longing for peace, purpose, or a deeper walk with God, this message will stir your heart and draw you toward the life-changing power of surrender.

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The Mission Church / Sunday 03–29-2026 9:45 Service by David Menard  

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What happens when we choose our will over God’s—and could that one decision be the root of everything broken in our world? In The Garden of Decision, Pastor David Menard takes us back to Genesis 1–3 to uncover the beauty of God’s original design and the weight of humanity’s first choice. With vivid imagery and honest reflection, he walks through creation, revealing the incredible value of being made in the image of God and the purpose we were designed for—relationship, dominion, and life with Him. But at the center of the garden stands a single boundary, a defining moment where love, trust, and obedience are put to the test, ultimately exposing the true nature of sin and its devastating consequences.

This message invites you to step into that same moment of decision and consider how it still shapes your life today. As you listen, you’ll be challenged to examine who defines right and wrong in your life—and encouraged by the truth that God’s way leads to life, not restriction. There’s a powerful urgency here: every choice echoes Eden, and every decision either draws us closer to God or further from Him. If you’ve ever wrestled with why the world is broken or how to live with purpose and clarity, this message will both confront and inspire you to trust God fully and walk in the life He created you to experience.

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We value Relationships.

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The Mission Church / Sunday 03–22-2026 9:45 Service by Pastor David Menard  

Genesis 1 NKJV

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When life feels overwhelming and your heart is full of questions, do you honestly pour your soul out to God—or do you keep your prayers safe, polite, and distant? In the message Baring Our Soul Before The God Who Saves Us, Pastor David Menard walks through Psalm 102, a powerful prayer of someone who is afflicted, overwhelmed, and desperate for God to hear. This raw and deeply personal psalm shows that real faith isn’t about pretending everything is fine—it’s about bringing our pain, confusion, and struggles honestly before the Lord. As Pastor David unpacks the psalm, we see the author move from anguish and lament to renewed hope by lifting his eyes from his circumstances to the eternal, sovereign God who hears the cries of His people and keeps every promise He has made.

This message invites you to rediscover what true intimacy with God looks like. Instead of a shallow, transactional relationship with God, Psalm 102 calls us to honest prayer—where we bring our brokenness to the One who listens, cares, and ultimately saves. Along the way, the psalm also points forward to Jesus, the Savior who came to release us from the bondage of sin and death and bring us into eternal life with Him. If you’ve ever felt alone in your struggle or wondered how to pray in seasons of suffering, this message will challenge you, encourage you, and help you see that the God who rules forever also invites you to come boldly and bare your soul before Him.

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The Mission Church / Sunday 03–15-2026 9:45 Service by Pastor David Menard   

Psalm 102 NKJV

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What would you do differently today if you truly understood how short and valuable your life really is? In the message If I Had Known Then What I Know Now, Pastor David Menard opens Psalm 90 to reveal a perspective most of us only gain later in life. Written by Moses, this powerful psalm contrasts the eternal nature of God with the fleeting nature of human life, reminding us that our days pass quickly and that wisdom comes from learning to number them well. Through this passage, Pastor David explores how recognizing the brevity of life changes the way we view our priorities, our decisions, and our relationship with God.

This message is both a wake-up call and an invitation—to live today with the wisdom many people only wish they had later. As you listen, you’ll be challenged to reflect on what truly matters, encouraged by God’s enduring faithfulness, and inspired to pursue a life marked by purpose and eternal perspective. Psalm 90 reminds us that while life is short, it doesn’t have to be wasted. Don’t miss this timely message that may help you begin living now with the wisdom you’ll one day wish you had.

The Mission Church 

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We value Relationships.

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The Mission Church / Sunday 03–08-2026 9:45 Service by Pastor David Menard   

Psalm 90 NKJV

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Have you ever felt spiritually restless—even while doing all the “right” things—because what your heart truly longs for is God’s presence? In Pining for the Presence of God, Pastor JC Cooper invites us to move beyond routine religion into a deep, personal hunger for the Lord Himself. Teaching from Scripture, he unpacks the cry of a soul that refuses to settle for distant knowledge about God and instead aches to dwell with Him. Through a powerful look at a key passage that reveals God’s nearness and our invitation to seek Him wholeheartedly, Pastor JC highlights themes of intimacy, surrender, repentance, and the transforming joy found only in communion with God.

This message is more than a study—it’s a call to return to your first love. As you listen, you’ll be challenged to examine what you’re truly pursuing and encouraged to cultivate a daily longing for the Lord’s presence above everything else. Whether you feel dry, distracted, or deeply devoted, this teaching will help you grow in authentic relationship with God. If your heart is craving something deeper, don’t ignore it—lean in and discover why the greatest blessing isn’t what God gives, but God Himself.

The Mission Church 

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We value Relationships.

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The Mission Church / Sunday 03–01-2026 9:45 Service by Pastor JC Cooper  

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Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be fully known—every thought, fear, failure, and motive—and still be completely loved? In The Overwhelming Intimacy of God, Pastor David Menard invites us into the astonishing truth of Psalm 139, where King David wrestles with a God who knows us more deeply than we know ourselves. This message explores humanity’s deepest longing to be known and loved, the masks we wear to protect ourselves, and the radical reality that God searches us, understands us, surrounds us, and pursues us—not from a distance, but with personal, intimate love. Through Scripture, Pastor David reveals a God whose knowledge is not meant to terrify us, but to draw us into awe-filled relationship.

This message invites you to listen and encounter a God who sees past your curated life and meets you right where you are. You’ll be challenged to lay down fear, encouraged to embrace grace, and reminded that your life is not accidental—you were intentionally formed, thoughtfully known, and relentlessly pursued by God. As Psalm 139 unfolds, the main takeaway becomes clear: you are fully known and fully loved, even in your highest highs and lowest lows. Don’t miss this opportunity to discover how God’s overwhelming intimacy can free you to live honestly, love deeply, and walk confidently with Him.

The Mission Church 

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We value Relationships.

We worship Jesus.

The Mission Church / Sunday 02–22-2026 9:45 Service by Pastor David Menard   

Psalm 139 NKJV

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