Category: Video
Caught Between Hope and Despair
Worship, Aug 17, 8:30 & 11am
VIDEO. What can nature teach us about God and ourselves? What does it mean to live a faithful life when you are feeling caught between hope and despair? How can the Bible provide words of comfort and challenge in times such as these? With humor, wisdom and insight Pastor Andrew reflects on these questions and so much more.Read more
Guest, Matt Skinner
Worship, Aug 10, 8:30 & 11am
VIDEO. We welcome the Rev. Dr. Matt Skinner this Sunday as the guest preacher at both our services. Matt is an ordained minister in PC(USA), Professor of New Testament at Luther Seminary in Saint Paul, and the Scholar for Adult Education at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Minneapolis. Join us for his sermon "Be Astonished" at 8:30 on the rooftop and at 11:00 in the sanctuary and via livestream.Read more
Navigating Transitions
Adult Ed, Aug 10, 9:45am
VIDEO. This Sunday our adult education class welcomes the Rev. Dr. Matt Skinner who will share his wisdom on transitions, such as the one our church is now navigating. Matt is an ordained minister in PC(USA), Professor of New Testament at Luther Seminary in Saint Paul, and the Scholar for Adult Education at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Minneapolis. Join us in the McFarland Chapel or via Zoom.Read more
The Return of the Prodigal Son
Worship, Aug 3, 10am
VIDEO. “Jesus’ whole life and preaching had only one aim: to reveal this inexhaustible, unlimited motherly and fatherly love of his God and to show the way to let that love guide every part of our daily lives. In his painting, Rembrandt offers me a glimpse of that love. It is the love that always welcomes home and always wants to celebrate.” Quote by Henri Nouwen. Join the Rev. San Williams for Worship this Sunday as he speaks about Rembrandts painting. (Matthew 6:9-13). Our worship service is in the sanctuary and livestreamed.Read more
The Error Heard Round the World
Worship, Jul 27, 8:30 & 11am
VIDEO. Sunday Pastor Andrew explores with us: Who is God? Who are we? How do we deal with failure, imperfection, and brokenness in our lives? How can we learn from our mistakes, change our ways and head in a different direction. Join us at 8:30 on the rooftop garden and 11am in the sanctuary and via livestream.Read more
I Will Be As Christ To You
Worship, Jul 20, 8:30 & 11am
VIDEO. This Sunday, David Solem’s message to us is that we are the body of Christ. And Christ can only be incarnate in individuals who have a genuine felt response to Him. Felt response must be cultivated in us and articulated through us as individuals and as a church. The day’s scripture is Deuteronomy 30:11-20 and Luke 24:36-44.Read more
Level Headed: Preaching on Prophetic Preaching
Worship, Jul 13, 8:30 & 11am
VIDEO. Taking a page from the mighty prophet Amos, Pastor Andrew uses irony and humor to preach about preaching. Why do we preach? What's at stake? Why did Jesus so frequently quote the fiery prophets fiercely calling for justice and righteousness in the world of oppressive empire?Read more
Our Role in Resistance
Adult Ed, Jul 13, 9:45am
This week join Pastor Andrew as we continue our discussion of exactly what role should our church take in today's political climate and also look at some actions individuals can take. If you missed prior class(es) you can still view the videos, get all the handouts, and join in this important discussion. Join us in McFarland Chapel or on Zoom.Read more
“Give us… our daily bread”
Worship, Jul 6, 10am
VIDEO. Reflecting on the Lord's Prayer passage, "Give us this day our daily bread," St. Basil the Great (4th c) declared: “The bread that is spoiling in your house belongs to the hungry..." The Rev. San Williams focuses us on God's Revolution on Earth represented by the Lord's Prayer, as we look closely at Matthew 14:13-21.Read morePage 6 of 19