Epiphany

During the season of Epiphany, we ponder the revelations of Christ in the world: first to the Gentiles (represented by the “wise men from the east” in the nativity), and then beyond. Most importantly, we look for Christ to be revealed in our midst.

Message line-up:

1/6

The Mystery of Openness

Pastor Scott Austin

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We kick off the season of Epiphany with a reflection the revelation of a great mystery through Jesus: God’s “eternal purpose” to welcome all people.

Ephesians 3:1-12

1/13

The Spirit and the Voice

Pastor Scott Austin

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At the baptism of Jesus, the Spirit descended like a dove and a Voice thundered from the sky. We rejoice in the knowledge that the same Spirit and Voice hover over us, and the same God loves us. Do not fear! God is with you.

Isaiah 43:1-7; Psalm 29; Acts 8:14-17; Luke 3:15-17, 21-22

1/20

MLK Worship at Baber AME Church

We travel down the road to Baber AME church for our annual joint worship gathering on MLK weekend! One service at 10AM, 550 Meigs St.

1/27

Faith and Feelings

Penny Sterling

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How mad can you be at God?

Mark 10:13-16

2/3

Prophetic Boundaries

Pastor Scott Austin

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At times, Jesus enraged his religious community, not only by identifying himself with Messianic prophecy, but by reminding the people that God has always been interested in caring for people beyond the strict boundaries that people construct.

Luke 4:21-30

2/10

Transformational Salvation

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Too often, we think of salvation as a transaction: pray a prayer or do a ritual, and you’re done. But Jesus and the scriptures reveal to us a different model: a lifetime of ongoing transformation.

Isaiah 6:1-8, (9-13); Psalm 138; 1 Corinthians 15:1-11; Luke 5:1-11

2/17

Is [Y]our Salvation Safe?

Don Schiewer, Dust Church

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A discussion on the physicality of Salvation in our present world.

2/24

Shalom and the Good Gospel

José Humphreys, Metro Hope Church

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We are joined by José Humphreys, pastor of Metro Hope Church and author of Seeing Jesus in East Harlem, for an inspiring message. Copies of the book will be available for the reduced price of $10.

3/3

Glory Unveiled

Pastor Scott Austin

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In the account of the transfiguration of Jesus, we catch a glimpse of the glory of God embodied in a person. But the story is about more than just Jesus; in it, we catch a glimpse of our own potential to reflect God’s glory.

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