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Fr Shawn McCain Tirres - May 11, 2025 This Good Shepherd Sunday sermon offers an honest and vulnerable reflection on what it means to need a shepherd in today's uncertain world. Pastor Shawn begins by acknowledging the difficult state of our world and our personal lives, exploring why the ancient metaphor of God as shepherd remains deeply relevant for modern believers. This sermon will resonate with those experiencing burnout, anxiety, or feeling overwhelmed by life's uncertainties, while also offering practical ways to embody Christ's love in community. Todays Readings: Acts 9:36-43 | Psalm 23 | Revelation 7:9-17 | John 10:22-30 We're so glad you're here! Get in touch: https://rezaustin.churchcenter.com/people/forms/85960 Support our ministry: rezaustin.com/give

Rev. Janna Osborne - May 4, 2025 This sermon explores how the risen Christ appears in our lives, often when we least expect it. Drawing parallels between the liberation of Denmark in 1945, Saul's transformation on the road to Damascus, and the disciples' encounter with Jesus by the sea, we examine what it means to have the 'scales fall from our eyes' and recognize Christ's presence. The sermon challenges us to consider what 'blackout curtains' we need to tear down in our own lives so that we might better see, follow, and proclaim Christ - ultimately leading us to feed and care for the vulnerable 'lambs and sheep' in our world today. Readings: Acts 9:1-20 | Psalm 30 | Revelation 5:11-14 | John 21:1-19 We're so glad you're here! Get in touch: https://rezaustin.churchcenter.com/people/forms/85960 Support our ministry: rezaustin.com/give

Father Ryan Boetcher - April 27, 2025 (Second Sunday of Easter) Father Ryan's sermon explores different reactions to Jesus' resurrection as depicted in John 20 and Acts 5. He examine how the disciples initially hid behind locked doors in fear, Thomas's honest desire to see embodied proof, and the high priests' fearful suppression of the resurrection message. The sermon highlights Jesus' response of "Peace be with you" and his breathing the Holy Spirit onto the disciples, connecting this to creation in Genesis and new life in Ezekiel 37. He concludes by challenging listeners to consider what it means to live as those who believe "death does not finally exist" and how the resurrection should transform our daily lives beyond fear, power-seeking, and violence. Todays Readings: Acts 5:27-32 | Revelation 1:4-8 | John 20:19-31 | Psalm 150 We're so glad you're here! Get in touch: https://rezaustin.churchcenter.com/people/forms/85960 Support our ministry: rezaustin.com/give This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you.

Fr Shawn McCain Tirres Easter Sunday - April 20, 2025 In this Easter message, Father Shawn explores how the historic reality of Christ's resurrection transforms our present struggles. Drawing from Luke's gospel and the 10th anniversary of Resurrection South Austin, he invites us to receive a 'living hope' that confronts the darkness of our world. This sermon challenges us to not merely speak of resurrection but to embody it through acts of love, justice and mercy that proclaim Christ's victory over death and point to where history is ultimately heading.

Fr Shawn McCain Tirres April 18, 2025 - Good Friday Why is a day of crucifixion called "Good" Friday? Father Shawn challenges common misconceptions about the cross, revealing how God's love confronts the powers of evil, sin, and death. Rather than portraying an angry deity demanding punishment, discover how the cross demonstrates God's radical love—a love so good it's terrifying—and what it means for us to take up our own cross today. A powerful reflection on the mystery that has grasped believers for centuries.

Deacon Courtney Greene Maundy Thursday - April 17, 2025 This Maundy Thursday sermon explores Jesus's last meal with his disciples before his crucifixion. Reflecting on why we gather for communion, the message examines our spiritual hunger, Jesus's act of feeding his followers through both bread and humble service, and our calling to nourish others with whatever gifts we have to share. A timely meditation on Christ's love and our response as we journey through Holy Week. Join us for the rest of holy week https://www.rezaustin.com/holyweek

Palm Sunday - April 13, 2025 At the beginning of Holy Week, we commemorating Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem before his death and resurrection. Palm Sunday is a reminder that all that is to come in Holy Week is a reminder that Christ is King, as the prophets declared centuries earlier: “Behold, your king is coming to you; righteous and having salvation is he, humble and mounted on a donkey.” (Zechariah 9:9) We will be waving palm branches as we process and declare “Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!” Today's Readings: Isaiah 50:4-9a | Psalm 31:9-16 | Philippians 2:5-11 | Luke 23:1-49 We are a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

April 6, 2025 Today's Readings: Isaiah 43:16-21, Psalm 126, Philippians 3:4b-14, John 12:1-8 We are a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

Family Sunday - March 30, 2025 Today's Readings: Joshua 5:9-12 | Psalm 32 | 2 Corinthians 5:16-21 | Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32 We are a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

March 23, 2025 We're so glad you're here! Get connected with us at. this link: bit.ly/3RiftL1 Today's Readings: Exodus 3:1-15 | Psalm 63:1-8 | 1 Corinthians 10:1-13 | Luke 13:1-9 This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

March 16, 2025 We're so glad you're here! Get connected with us at. this link: bit.ly/3RiftL1 Today's Readings: Genesis 15:1-12,17-18 | Psalm 27 | Philippians 3:17-4:1 | Luke 13:31-35 This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

Ash Wednesday - March 5, 2025 We're so glad you're here! Get connected with us at. this link: bit.ly/3RiftL1 Today's Readings: Isaiah 58:1-12 | 2 Corinthians 5:20b-6:10 | Matthew 6:1-6,16-21 | Psalm 103 This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

How do we find joy in a troubled world? On this episode we talk about how the season of Lent can help us cultivate deep joy for our lives and others.

March 2, 2025 We're so glad you're here! Get connected with us at. this link: bit.ly/3RiftL1 Today's Readings: Exodus 34:29-35 | Psalm 99 | 2 Corinthians 3:12-4:2 | Luke 9:28-43a This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

February 23, 2025 Father Shawn discusses loving our enemies in the context of Rosa Parks' story, challenging our notion of who our "real enemies" are, and discussing how Christians should respond to injustice with love rather than violence. Today's Readings: Genesis 45:3-11, 15 | Psalm 37:1-12, 41-42 | 1 Corinthians 15:35-38,42-50 | Luke 6:27-38 This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

February 9, 2025 We're so glad you're here! Get connected with us at. this link: bit.ly/3RiftL1 Today's Readings: Isaiah 6:1-8, [9-13] | 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 | Luke 5:1-11 | Psalm 138 This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

January 19, 2025 We're so glad you're here! Get connected with us at. this link: bit.ly/3RiftL1 Today's Readings: Isaiah 62:1-5 | 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 | John 2:1-11 | Psalm 36:5-10 This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

January 12, 2025 We're so glad you're here! Get connected with us at: bit.ly/3RiftL1 Today's Readings: Isaiah 43:1-7 | Acts 8:14-17 | Luke 3:15-17, 21-22 | Psalm 29 This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

January 5, 2025 We're so glad you're here! Get connected with us at. this link: bit.ly/3RiftL1 Today's Readings: Jeremiah 31:7-14 | Ephesians 1:3-6,15-19 | Matthew 2:1-12 | Psalm 84 This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

Gustavo Gutierrez and the Poor | Fr. Shawn McCain Tirres by Resurrection South Austin

A Future Worth Preparing For | Fr. Shawn McCain Tirres by Resurrection South Austin

Christ is King...Therefore... | Fr. Shawn McCain Tirres by Resurrection South Austin

God Casts Down the Exploitation of the Poor | Fr. Shawn McCain Tirres by Resurrection South Austin

Following Jesus with All the Saints | Fr Ryan Boettcher by Resurrection South Austin

Deacon Courtney Greene - October 6, 2024: Proper 21 Genesis 2:18-24 | Psalm 8 | Hebrews 1:1-4; 2:5-12 | Mark 10:2-16 We're so glad you're here! Say hello in the comments or fill out this form (bit.ly/3RiftL1) to get connected. This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

October 6, 2024: Proper 21 Amos 5:6-7,10-15 | Psalm 90:12-17 | Hebrews 4:12-16 | Mark 10:17-31 We're so glad you're here! Say hello in the comments or fill out this form (bit.ly/3RiftL1) to get connected. This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

September 29, 2024: Proper 21 Numbers 11:4-6,10-16,24-29 | Psalm 19:7-14 | James 5:13-20 | Mark 9:38-50 We're so glad you're here! Say hello in the comments or fill out this form (bit.ly/3RiftL1) to get connected. This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

September 15, 2024: Proper 19 Isaiah 50:4-9a | Psalm 116:1-8 | James 3:1-12 | Mark 8:27-38 We're so glad you're here! Say hello in the comments or fill out this form (bit.ly/3RiftL1) to get connected. This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

Today's Readings: Isaiah 35:4-7a | Psalm 146 | James 2:1-10, [11-13], 14-17 | Mark 7:24-37 Get connected with us! bit.ly/3RiftL1 We're so glad you're here! Say hello in the comments or fill out this form (bit.ly/3RiftL1) to get connected. This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

Today's Readings: Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-9 | Psalm 15 | James 1:17-27 | Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23 Get connected with us! bit.ly/3RiftL1 We're so glad you're here! Say hello in the comments or fill out this form (bit.ly/3RiftL1) to get connected. This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

Fr Shawn McCain Tirres on the armor of God October 25, 2024 Joshua 24:1-2a,14-18 | Psalm 34:15-22 | Ephesians 6:10-20 | John 6:56-69 Say hey! bit.ly/3RiftL1 We're so glad you're here! Say hello in the comments or fill out this form (bit.ly/3RiftL1) to get connected. This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

Proverbs 9:1-6 | Psalm 34:9-14 | Ephesians 5:15-20 | John 6:51-58 Say hey! bit.ly/3RiftL1 We're so glad you're here! Say hello in the comments or fill out this form (bit.ly/3RiftL1) to get connected. This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

Hosts Shawn, Courtney, and Ryan explore the concept of spiritual discernment and gifts in this engaging podcast episode. Drawing from personal experiences and biblical teachings, they discuss: - Understanding discernment in Christian life - Spiritual gifts as described in Ephesians 4 - The role of community in discernment - Practical steps for identifying and using one's gifts - Balancing personal fulfillment with spiritual calling The hosts offer insights for Christians seeking to understand their role in the church, those considering vocational ministry, and anyone looking to align their talents with spiritual gifts. Their conversational style makes complex topics accessible, encouraging listeners to actively engage in discovering and using their gifts to serve others and grow in faith. 00:00:00 - Banter 00:02:41 - Ephesians Context 00:06:07 - Defining Discernment 00:24:22 - Spiritual Gifts in Ephesians 4 00:37:38 - Discernment in Community 00:48:16 - Practical Steps for Discernment 00:53:08 - Recognizing Your Gifts 00:54:01 - Balancing Enjoyment and Calling 00:57:38 - The Foundation of Gifts 00:58:28 - Vocational Service vs. Church Service

Deacon Courtney Greene | 2024-08-11 1 Kings 19:4-8 | Psalm 34:1-8 | Ephesians 4:25-5:2 | John 6:35, 41-51 Say hey! bit.ly/3RiftL1 We're so glad you're here! Say hello in the comments or fill out this form (bit.ly/3RiftL1) to get connected. This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

This episode explores the concept of "courageous unity" within the church, examining Paul's letter to the Ephesians and its relevance in today's world. While the church has historically been a source of division, this discussion takes a different approach, seeking to understand and bridge differences rather than amplify them. The conversation delves into the true meaning of divisiveness, often misunderstood in contemporary discourse, and tackles the complex relationship between politics and faith. It addresses the crucial role of reconciliation and forgiveness in fostering genuine unity within church communities. The discussion offers insights on cultivating unity amidst diversity, including the importance of humility, active listening, and seeking understanding. It also explores how embracing constructive conflict can deepen relationships and strengthen community bonds. Learn more at www.rezaustin.com

Ordinary Time - July 28, 2024 Exodus 16:2-4,9-15 | Psalm 78:23-29 | Ephesians 4:1-16 | John 6:24-35 Say hey! bit.ly/3RiftL1 We're so glad you're here! Say hello in the comments or fill out this form (bit.ly/3RiftL1) to get connected. This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

Ordinary Time - July 28, 2024 2 Kings 4:42-44 | Psalm 145:10-19 | Ephesians 3:14-21 | John 6:1-21 We're so glad you're here! Say hello in the comments or fill out this form (bit.ly/3RiftL1) to get connected. This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

Curate Angela Mattei - July 14, 2024 Jeremiah 23:1-6 | Psalm 23 | Ephesians 2:11-22 | Mark 6:30-34, 53-56 We're so glad you're here! Say hello in the comments or fill out this form (bit.ly/3RiftL1) to get connected. This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

Tashara Angelle - July 7, 2024 Ezekiel 2:1-5 | Psalm 123 | 2 Corinthians 12:2-10 | Mark 6:1-13 We're so glad you're here! Say hello in the comments or fill out this form (bit.ly/3RiftL1) to get connected. This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

Fr Shawn and Melisa Gray follow up a youth focused Sunday with a discussion about the vital topic of youth in the church. They delve into the real challenges facing today's teens - from mental health struggles to questions of faith - and explore how the church community can rise to meet these needs. They talk about personal experiences, both successes and setbacks, in connecting with youth. They challenge common misconceptions and offer practical strategies for creating a church where teens truly belong and thrive. With insights that will reshape perspectives on youth ministry and exciting updates on upcoming programs, this conversation promises to inspire listeners to play a transformative role in young people's lives. It's an episode that could change not just how we view youth in the church, but how we engage with them too. Join us at www.rezaustin.com 00:00 - Intro 09:41 - Why is it important to focus on youth? 12:43 - Youth Mental Health 16:39 - Church for doubting youth 20:08 - What can disagreement look like? 25:10 - Getting Kids to ask questions 28:15 - Make space for doubt and wonder? 30:38 - Our Values 43:27 - Telling Communal Stories that include our Youth 46:01 - Space to ask the three big questions: Who am I? Where do I fit? What difference can I make? 50:28 - Wrapping Up

On this special Youth Sunday we celebrate and offer a word of encouragement to the youth of our church: you matter to God and have a part to play in God's mission in the world. Lamentations 3:21-33 | Psalm 30 | 2 Corinthians 8:7-15 | Mark 5:21-43 We're so glad you're here! Say hello in the comments or fill out this form (bit.ly/3RiftL1) to get connected. This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

Fr Shawn's brother joins us and preaches on Jesus calming the storm June 23, 2024 Job 38:1-11 | Psalm 107:1-3, 23-32 | 2 Corinthians 6:1-13 | Mark 4:35-41 We're so glad you're here! Say hello in the comments or fill out this form (bit.ly/3RiftL1) to get connected. This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

Fr Ryan Boetcher on the last sermon in a short series on generosity. June 16, 2024 Ezekiel 17:22-24 | Psalm 92:1-4,11-14 | 2 Corinthians 5:6-10, 14-17 | Mark 4:26-34 We're so glad you're here! This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

In this episode of the Follow Up podcast, Father Shawn sits down with Adisyn and Melissa, for a candid conversation about generosity and stewardship. The guests share their personal journeys with giving, discuss the communal impact of generosity, and offer practical insights on cultivating a culture of joyful stewardship in families and church communities. At the heart of the conversation is an invitation for listeners to prayerfully consider their own participation in the "giving pathway" - not out of guilt or obligation, but as a means of experiencing the freedom and joy of aligning one's life with God's purposes. Get on the giving pathway at - https://www.rezaustin.com/give

Father Ryan stepped in last minute to preach. June 11, 2024 1 Samuel 8:4-11, 16-20 | Psalm 138 | 2 Corinthians 4:13-5:1 | Mark 3:20-35 We're so glad you're here! This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

Deacon Courtney Greene - June 6, 2024 Deuteronomy 5:12-15 | Psalm 81:1-10 | 2 Corinthians 4:5-12 | Mark 2:23-3:6 We're so glad you're here! This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

Fr Shawn McCain Tirres on Trinity Sunday - May 26, 2024 Isaiah 6:1-8 | Romans 8:12-17 | John 3:1-17 | Canticle 13 We're so glad you're here! This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you. If you would like to connect click here: bit.ly/3RiftL1 At Rez, generosity is part of following Jesus. We never talk about it with pressure or guilt, but always with a peaceful invitation. Our community gives as an outworking of God forming a non-anxious, generous, and abundant heart within us. If you would like to give to support our work, click here: bit.ly/3jeStQs

Fr. Ryan Boettcher - May 19, 2024 Ezekiel 37:1-14 | Acts 2:1-21 | Romans 8:22-27 | John 15:26-27; 16:4b-15 | Psalm 104:25-35, 37 We're so glad you're here! Get in touch: https://rezaustin.churchcenter.com/people/forms/85960 Support our ministry: rezaustin.com/give This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you.

Ascension Sunday, May 12 2024 Acts 1:15-17, 21-26 | 1 John 5:9-13 | John 17:6-19 | Psalm 1 We're so glad you're here! Get in touch: https://rezaustin.churchcenter.com/people/forms/85960 Support our ministry: rezaustin.com/give This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you.

On this Follow Up episode we discusses the importance and significance of Christ's ascension in the Christian faith. Shawn, Melissa, and Courtney, explore how the ascension affects the everyday lives of believers. We discuss how Christ's ascension means that he is truly in charge, even though he is not physically present on Earth. We also talk about how the ascension gives Christians a mission to be Christ's witnesses and brings hope that all things will ultimately be redeemed. The conversation touches on the role of the Holy Spirit, the presence of Christ in the sacraments, and the Christian view of reality in light of the ascension. If you prefer an audio version you can find us anywhere you get your podcast. We'd love to hear from you. Ask questions, suggest topics or, tell us how bad we are at podcasting at www.rezaustin.com/podcast 00:00 - Intro 05:24 - Collect for the Feast of the Ascension 07:20 - What people believe about the ascension 10:55 - The Story of the Ascension 12:02 - Our view of the world 16:00 - How Heaven Relates to Earth 18:36 - How does the ascension affect our lives today? 19:56 - Christian Nationalism and Theocracy 23:52 - The Necessity and Importance of the Ascension 32:13 - Why is it good that Jesus has gone? 36:22 - On felling overwhelmed by [gestures broadly] 40:26 - How do Christians in the Church Today Sand Looking into Heaven? 43:36 - The Ascension and Sacraments 46:42 - What does it then look like to go into the world as not just resurrection people but as ascension people?

Sixth Sunday of Easter - May 5, 2024 Acts 10:44-48 | 1 John 5:1-6 | John 15:9-17 | Psalm 98 We're so glad you're here! Get in touch: https://rezaustin.churchcenter.com/people/forms/85960 Support our ministry: rezaustin.com/give This is a community for everyone and all of life's questions. This is a place where Jesus welcomes, shapes, and sends disciples for the good of our neighborhood. No matter where you are in life, this is a place for you.