Sunnyside Presbyterian Church

Sermon on Luke 24:13-35. This is the second sermon in our Easter sermon series called Living with Christ.After Jesus' resurrection, his disciples began to share about how God had conquered death. This truth is the foundation of our life with Christ, and led to the church being built. Many individuals were part of this work, and have helped members of the church live with Christ. We'll consider several people during the season of Easter, and what they teach us about living with Christ today.In this sermon, we explore how even as we journey with Christ, we need God to open our eyes so we can recognize him.

Sermon on Luke 24:1-12. This is the first sermon in our Easter sermon series called Living with Christ.After Jesus' resurrection, his disciples began to share about how God had conquered death. This truth is the foundation of our life with Christ, and led to the church being built. Many individuals were part of this work, and have helped members of the church live with Christ. We'll consider several people during the season of Easter, and what they teach us about living with Christ today.In this sermon, we explore how it is not enough for faith to be seen or heard about, it must be experienced.

Sermon on Luke 19:29-44. This is the sixth and final sermon in our Lenten sermon series called Man of Sorrows.Isaiah describes the Messiah as a "man of sorrows" and "familiar with suffering." During the season of Lent, we'll learn about the sorrows of Jesus, sorrows which come from unexpected places. Each week, the source of Jesus' sorrow will move closer to his inner circle, forcing his followers (including us) to confess the ways they have missed the kingdom he wants to bring. These sorrows reveal to us the ways we can honor God as we prepare for Easter Sunday.In this sermon, we explore how Jesus enters our lives not to keep peace, but to make peace.

Sermon on Luke 18:31-19:10. This is the fifth sermon in our Lenten sermon series called Man of Sorrows.Isaiah describes the Messiah as a "man of sorrows" and "familiar with suffering." During the season of Lent, we'll learn about the sorrows of Jesus, sorrows which come from unexpected places. Each week, the source of Jesus' sorrow will move closer to his inner circle, forcing his followers (including us) to confess the ways they have missed the kingdom he wants to bring. These sorrows reveal to us the ways we can honor God as we prepare for Easter Sunday.In this sermon, we explore how Jesus' death and resurrection is for all people, followers and sinners alike.

Sermon on Luke 16:19-31. This is the fourth sermon in our Lenten sermon series called Man of Sorrows.Isaiah describes the Messiah as a "man of sorrows" and "familiar with suffering." During the season of Lent, we'll learn about the sorrows of Jesus, sorrows which come from unexpected places. Each week, the source of Jesus' sorrow will move closer to his inner circle, forcing his followers (including us) to confess the ways they have missed the kingdom he wants to bring. These sorrows reveal to us the ways we can honor God as we prepare for Easter Sunday.In this sermon, we explore how God cares for and invites us to care for the people in our world like Lazarus.

Sermon on Luke 15:1-32. This is the third sermon in our Lenten sermon series called Man of Sorrows.Isaiah describes the Messiah as a "man of sorrows" and "familiar with suffering." During the season of Lent, we'll learn about the sorrows of Jesus, sorrows which come from unexpected places. Each week, the source of Jesus' sorrow will move closer to his inner circle, forcing his followers (including us) to confess the ways they have missed the kingdom he wants to bring. These sorrows reveal to us the ways we can honor God as we prepare for Easter Sunday.In this sermon, we explore how God welcomes home all who are lost, no matter how near or far they wander, and invites us to do the same.

Sermon on Luke 13:1-9, 31-35. This is the second sermon in our Lenten sermon series called Man of Sorrows.Isaiah describes the Messiah as a "man of sorrows" and "familiar with suffering." During the season of Lent, we'll learn about the sorrows of Jesus, sorrows which come from unexpected places. Each week, the source of Jesus' sorrow will move closer to his inner circle, forcing his followers (including us) to confess the ways they have missed the kingdom he wants to bring. These sorrows reveal to us the ways we can honor God as we prepare for Easter Sunday.In this sermon, we explore how instead of seeing us as scapegoats or idols, Jesus reminds us of our need for repentance and the rich mercy of God.

Sermon on Luke 10:25-42. This is the first sermon in our Lenten sermon series called Man of Sorrows.Isaiah describes the Messiah as a "man of sorrows" and "familiar with suffering." During the season of Lent, we'll learn about the sorrows of Jesus, sorrows which come from unexpected places. Each week, the source of Jesus' sorrow will move closer to his inner circle, forcing his followers (including us) to confess the ways they have missed the kingdom he wants to bring. These sorrows reveal to us the ways we can honor God as we prepare for Easter Sunday.In this sermon, we explore how God intends for us to do love and be loved.

Sermon on Luke 9:28-45. This is the eighth and final sermon in our Epiphany sermon series called One with Authority.Jesus distinguished himself as a rabbi by teaching as "one with authority." What does Jesus have authority over? This sermon series will explore the various aspects of human life that Jesus reigns over. In each facet of Jesus' authority, we can learn how Jesus is working to form and transform us into people like him.In this sermon, we explore how Jesus has authority to reveal who the Messiah is and what the Messiah has come to do.

Sermon on Luke 7:36-50. This is the seventh sermon in our Epiphany sermon series called One with Authority.Jesus distinguished himself as a rabbi by teaching as "one with authority." What does Jesus have authority over? This sermon series will explore the various aspects of human life that Jesus reigns over. In each facet of Jesus' authority, we can learn how Jesus is working to form and transform us into people like him.In this sermon, we explore how we don't love Jesus to earn his forgiveness and acceptance, but in response to already having received it.

Sermon on Luke 7:18-35. This is the sixth sermon in our Epiphany sermon series called One with Authority.Jesus distinguished himself as a rabbi by teaching as "one with authority." What does Jesus have authority over? This sermon series will explore the various aspects of human life that Jesus reigns over. In each facet of Jesus' authority, we can learn how Jesus is working to form and transform us into people like him.In this sermon, we explore how Jesus speaks truth that we need to hear to draw us closer to God.

Sermon on Luke 7:1-17. This is the fifth sermon in our Epiphany sermon series called One with Authority.Jesus distinguished himself as a rabbi by teaching as "one with authority." What does Jesus have authority over? This sermon series will explore the various aspects of human life that Jesus reigns over. In each facet of Jesus' authority, we can learn how Jesus is working to form and transform us into people like him.In this sermon, we explore how Jesus heals every ailment we have, both as individuals and within our relationships.

Sermon on Luke 6:1-16. This is the fourth sermon in our Epiphany sermon series called One with Authority. Jesus distinguished himself as a rabbi by teaching as "one with authority." What does Jesus have authority over? This sermon series will explore the various aspects of human life that Jesus reigns over. In each facet of Jesus' authority, we can learn how Jesus is working to form and transform us into people like him. In this sermon, we explore how Jesus redefines Sabbath as God's gift of rest, healing, and trust, not rigid rule-keeping

Sermon on Luke 5:1-11. This is the third sermon in our Epiphany sermon series called One with Authority. Jesus distinguished himself as a rabbi by teaching as "one with authority." What does Jesus have authority over? This sermon series will explore the various aspects of human life that Jesus reigns over. In each facet of Jesus' authority, we can learn how Jesus is working to form and transform us into people like him. In this sermon, we explore how Jesus leads us to incredible feats of mercy and grace.

Sermon on Luke 4:14-30. This is the second sermon in our Epiphany sermon series called One with Authority. Jesus distinguished himself as a rabbi by teaching as "one with authority." What does Jesus have authority over? This sermon series will explore the various aspects of human life that Jesus reigns over. In each facet of Jesus' authority, we can learn how Jesus is working to form and transform us into people like him. In this sermon, we explore how Jesus teaches us to welcome even those who are distant from God.

Sermon on Luke 3:1-22. This is the first sermon in our Epiphany sermon series called One with Authority. Jesus distinguished himself as a rabbi by teaching as "one with authority." What does Jesus have authority over? This sermon series will explore the various aspects of human life that Jesus reigns over. In each facet of Jesus' authority, we can learn how Jesus is working to form and transform us into people like him. In this sermon, we explore how in baptism, God begins removing all that corrupts from our lives.

Each January, Calvin University brings together a group of academics, artists, activists, and educators to share lectures and conversations about their areas of expertise. In 2025, this 10-day series begins on January 20 and runs until January 31. Each of the lectures will be broadcast at Sunnyside beginning at 12:30 pm, Monday-Friday, and you can find more information (including speakers) here. If you're unable to attend at Sunnyside, you can stream the talks online instead. We hope you'll take advantage of this excellent way to grow in faith!

Sermon on Jeremiah 31:7-14. This is the seventh sermon in our Advent and Christmas sermon series called Hopes and Fears. Using a portion of "O Little Town of Bethlehem" for a title, this sermon series focuses on how Jesus' arrival confirms many of humanity's hopes and fears. Yes, we have a Savior, but no, we cannot earn God's favor ourselves. This good news of salvation carries judgment alongside it. Each sermon will highlight part of God's work in fulfilling human hopes and fears. In this sermon, we explore how prophets describe our God's invitation to return to his loving care where there is hope, renewal, and healing.

Sermon on Psalm 148. This is the forth sermon in our Advent and Christmas sermon series called Hopes and Fears. Using a portion of "O Little Town of Bethlehem" for a title, this sermon series focuses on how Jesus' arrival confirms many of humanity's hopes and fears. Yes, we have a Savior, but no, we cannot earn God's favor ourselves. This good news of salvation carries judgment alongside it. Each sermon will highlight part of God's work in fulfilling human hopes and fears. In this sermon, we explore our calling to live with gratitude in response to the gift of God's love.

Sermon on Luke 1:46-55. This is the third sermon in our Advent and Christmas sermon series called Hopes and Fears. Using a portion of "O Little Town of Bethlehem" for a title, this sermon series focuses on how Jesus' arrival confirms many of humanity's hopes and fears. Yes, we have a Savior, but no, we cannot earn God's favor ourselves. This good news of salvation carries judgment alongside it. Each sermon will highlight part of God's work in fulfilling human hopes and fears. In this sermon, we explore how revolution is a blessing God brings.

Sermon on Luke 1:68-79. This is the second sermon in our Advent and Christmas sermon series called Hopes and Fears. Using a portion of "O Little Town of Bethlehem" for a title, this sermon series focuses on how Jesus' arrival confirms many of humanity's hopes and fears. Yes, we have a Savior, but no, we cannot earn God's favor ourselves. This good news of salvation carries judgment alongside it. Each sermon will highlight part of God's work in fulfilling human hopes and fears. In this sermon, we explore how prophets describe our need for God, making us aware of God's work.

Sermon on Psalm 25:1-10. This is the first sermon in our Advent and Christmas sermon series called Hopes and Fears. Using a portion of "O Little Town of Bethlehem" for a title, this sermon series focuses on how Jesus' arrival confirms many of humanity's hopes and fears. Yes, we have a Savior, but no, we cannot earn God's favor ourselves. This good news of salvation carries judgment alongside it. Each sermon will highlight part of God's work in fulfilling human hopes and fears. In this sermon, we explore how we need God's salvation: it will change our lives. .

Sermon on Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14. This is the eighth and final sermon in our fall sermon series called Living Like Jesus. Jesus has a way of speaking our language, but arriving at radically different conclusions than we do. As we walk through the fall, we'll look at several things that are important both to us and to Jesus. However, as Jesus teaches, he unveils a different way of looking at each of these important qualities or ideas. Each sermon is designed to highlight a particular aspect of Jesus' teaching, helping us understand how we might apply it today. In this sermon, we explore how the Son of Man is the Son of God, and the King of all creation.

Sermon on Mark 13:1-8. This is the seventh sermon in our fall sermon series called Living Like Jesus. Jesus has a way of speaking our language, but arriving at radically different conclusions than we do. As we walk through the fall, we'll look at several things that are important both to us and to Jesus. However, as Jesus teaches, he unveils a different way of looking at each of these important qualities or ideas. Each sermon is designed to highlight a particular aspect of Jesus' teaching, helping us understand how we might apply it today. In this sermon, we explore how when the temples of our lives are desecrated and destroyed, we can turn to Jesus.

Sermon on Mark 12:38-44. This is the sixth sermon in our fall sermon series called Living Like Jesus. Jesus has a way of speaking our language, but arriving at radically different conclusions than we do. As we walk through the fall, we'll look at several things that are important both to us and to Jesus. However, as Jesus teaches, he unveils a different way of looking at each of these important qualities or ideas. Each sermon is designed to highlight a particular aspect of Jesus' teaching, helping us understand how we might apply it today. In this sermon, we explore how rather than performing for others, we are called to follow Jesus faithfully.

Sermon on Mark 12:28-34. This is the fifth sermon in our fall sermon series called Living Like Jesus. Jesus has a way of speaking our language, but arriving at radically different conclusions than we do. As we walk through the fall, we'll look at several things that are important both to us and to Jesus. However, as Jesus teaches, he unveils a different way of looking at each of these important qualities or ideas. Each sermon is designed to highlight a particular aspect of Jesus' teaching, helping us understand how we might apply it today. In this sermon, we explore how our love of God and of others flows from God's love for us.

Sermon on Mark 10:46-52. This is the fourthsermon in our fall sermon series called Living Like Jesus. Jesus has a way of speaking our language, but arriving at radically different conclusions than we do. As we walk through the fall, we'll look at several things that are important both to us and to Jesus. However, as Jesus teaches, he unveils a different way of looking at each of these important qualities or ideas. Each sermon is designed to highlight a particular aspect of Jesus' teaching, helping us understand how we might apply it today. In this sermon, we explore how Jesus helps us see the world afresh with eyes of mercy.

Sermon on Mark 10:35-45. This is the third sermon in our fall sermon series called Living Like Jesus. Jesus has a way of speaking our language, but arriving at radically different conclusions than we do. As we walk through the fall, we'll look at several things that are important both to us and to Jesus. However, as Jesus teaches, he unveils a different way of looking at each of these important qualities or ideas. Each sermon is designed to highlight a particular aspect of Jesus' teaching, helping us understand how we might apply it today. In this sermon, we explore how in God's kingdom, service is more important than status.

Sermon on Mark 10:17-31. This is the second sermon in our fall sermon series called Living Like Jesus. Jesus has a way of speaking our language, but arriving at radically different conclusions than we do. As we walk through the fall, we'll look at several things that are important both to us and to Jesus. However, as Jesus teaches, he unveils a different way of looking at each of these important qualities or ideas. Each sermon is designed to highlight a particular aspect of Jesus' teaching, helping us understand how we might apply it today. In this sermon, we explore how God invites us into complete and total obedience in every sphere of life.

Sermon on Mark 10:2-16. This is the first sermon in our fall sermon series called Living Like Jesus. Jesus has a way of speaking our language, but arriving at radically different conclusions than we do. As we walk through the fall, we'll look at several things that are important both to us and to Jesus. However, as Jesus teaches, he unveils a different way of looking at each of these important qualities or ideas. Each sermon is designed to highlight a particular aspect of Jesus' teaching, helping us understand how we might apply it today. In this sermon, we explore how because we follow a God who takes commitments seriously, our commitments matter.

Sermon on Mark 9:38-50. This is the fifth and final sermon in our September sermon series called Outsiders. As people, we like to know which groups are friends and which groups aren't. Those who fall outside our groups are people that are riskier to trust and work with. But Jesus rejects ideas of insiders and outsiders, welcoming all kinds of people to the table of grace. Nobody falls outside of God's love. While this perspective toward the world is hard to maintain, Jesus invites his disciples and us into seeing the world as entirely beloved by God. In this sermon, we explore how Jesus takes sin seriously enough to call his followers to separate themselves from its corrosive effects.

Sermon on Mark 9:30-37. This is the fourth sermon in our September sermon series called Outsiders. As people, we like to know which groups are friends and which groups aren't. Those who fall outside our groups are people that are riskier to trust and work with. But Jesus rejects ideas of insiders and outsiders, welcoming all kinds of people to the table of grace. Nobody falls outside of God's love. While this perspective toward the world is hard to maintain, Jesus invites his disciples and us into seeing the world as entirely beloved by God. In this sermon, we explore how Jesus measures greatness not by power, but by welcome.

Sermon on Mark 8:27-38. This is the third sermon in our September sermon series called Outsiders. As people, we like to know which groups are friends and which groups aren't. Those who fall outside our groups are people that are riskier to trust and work with. But Jesus rejects ideas of insiders and outsiders, welcoming all kinds of people to the table of grace. Nobody falls outside of God's love. While this perspective toward the world is hard to maintain, Jesus invites his disciples and us into seeing the world as entirely beloved by God. In this sermon, we explore how the Messiah isn't the one who seeks power, but who gives himself to others.

Sermon on Mark 7:24-37. This is the second sermon in our September sermon series called Outsiders. As people, we like to know which groups are friends and which groups aren't. Those who fall outside our groups are people that are riskier to trust and work with. But Jesus rejects ideas of insiders and outsiders, welcoming all kinds of people to the table of grace. Nobody falls outside of God's love. While this perspective toward the world is hard to maintain, Jesus invites his disciples and us into seeing the world as entirely beloved by God. In this sermon, we explore how all people may receive the grace and love of God, regardless of background.

Sermon on Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23. This is the first sermon in our September sermon series called Outsiders. As people, we like to know which groups are friends and which groups aren't. Those who fall outside our groups are people that are riskier to trust and work with. But Jesus rejects ideas of insiders and outsiders, welcoming all kinds of people to the table of grace. Nobody falls outside of God's love. While this perspective toward the world is hard to maintain, Jesus invites his disciples and us into seeing the world as entirely beloved by God. In this sermon, we explore how cleanness is about God's mercy, not our traditions.

Sermon on Ephesians 6:10-20. This is the seventh and final sermon in our Ephesians sermon series called Unity. With election season heating up, it's good to remember that what brings us together and keeps us together is our shared faith and shared Savior. The church in Ephesus needed to be reminded of that same truth, since there were many divisions in the Ephesian church, whether socioeconomic, ethnic, or faith background. Despite the many different priorities, the demand of Scripture is to find unity, not uniformity. As we study Ephesians, we'll identify different aspects of our unity together. In this sermon, we explore the difference between advocates and crusaders, and how instead of seeing other humans as our enemies, we're called to oppose all which opposes God.

As we study Ephesians in worship, there's a portion that we aren't able to cover from the pulpit, but will likely prompt several questions. This section from the end of chapter 5 through the first few verses of chapter 6 is difficult for many of us to interpret. Fortunately, Dr. David Lincicum was willing to sit for an interview to investigate this passage. Dr. Lincicum is an Associate Professor in the Theology department of the University of Notre Dame and the new Director of the Master of Theological Studies program. During our conversation, there were several helpful resources we discussed: Miroslav Volf's 1994 article "Soft Difference" Ruth Duck's hymn "Spirit, Open My Heart" Lisa Bowen's book African American Readings of Paul If you're interested in learning more about the community of people at Sunnyside, you can find out more ⁠on our website⁠, our ⁠YouTube library of worship services⁠, or by ⁠contacting the church office⁠.

Sermon on Ephesians 5:15-20. This is the sixth sermon in our Ephesians sermon series called Unity. With election season heating up, it's good to remember that what brings us together and keeps us together is our shared faith and shared Savior. The church in Ephesus needed to be reminded of that same truth, since there were many divisions in the Ephesian church, whether socioeconomic, ethnic, or faith background. Despite the many different priorities, the demand of Scripture is to find unity, not uniformity. As we study Ephesians, we'll identify different aspects of our unity together. In this sermon, we explore how in Jesus, we can experience and feel all the joy and pain of life without being overwhelmed.

Sermon on Ephesians 4:25-5:2. This is the fifth sermon in our Ephesians sermon series called Unity. With election season heating up, it's good to remember that what brings us together and keeps us together is our shared faith and shared Savior. The church in Ephesus needed to be reminded of that same truth, since there were many divisions in the Ephesian church, whether socioeconomic, ethnic, or faith background. Despite the many different priorities, the demand of Scripture is to find unity, not uniformity. As we study Ephesians, we'll identify different aspects of our unity together. In this sermon, we explore how we can work together, joining God in building up a compassionate community.

Sermon on Ephesians 4:1-16. This is the fourth sermon in our Ephesians sermon series called Unity. With election season heating up, it's good to remember that what brings us together and keeps us together is our shared faith and shared Savior. The church in Ephesus needed to be reminded of that same truth, since there were many divisions in the Ephesian church, whether socioeconomic, ethnic, or faith background. Despite the many different priorities, the demand of Scripture is to find unity, not uniformity. As we study Ephesians, we'll identify different aspects of our unity together. In this sermon, we explore how living a life worthily is not about perfection, but about serving God visibly.

Sermon on Ephesians 3:14-21. This is the third sermon in our Ephesians sermon series called Unity. With election season heating up, it's good to remember that what brings us together and keeps us together is our shared faith and shared Savior. The church in Ephesus needed to be reminded of that same truth, since there were many divisions in the Ephesian church, whether socioeconomic, ethnic, or faith background. Despite the many different priorities, the demand of Scripture is to find unity, not uniformity. As we study Ephesians, we'll identify different aspects of our unity together. In this sermon, we explore how our unity isn't based in a shared enemy, but a shared love of the Savior.

Sermon on Ephesians 2:11-22. This is the second sermon in our Ephesians sermon series called Unity. With election season heating up, it's good to remember that what brings us together and keeps us together is our shared faith and shared Savior. The church in Ephesus needed to be reminded of that same truth, since there were many divisions in the Ephesian church, whether socioeconomic, ethnic, or faith background. Despite the many different priorities, the demand of Scripture is to find unity, not uniformity. As we study Ephesians, we'll identify different aspects of our unity together. In this sermon, we explore how Jesus invites us to hold together not in unison, but in harmony.

Sermon on Ephesians 1:3-14. This is the first sermon in our Ephesians sermon series called Unity. With election season heating up, it's good to remember that what brings us together and keeps us together is our shared faith and shared Savior. The church in Ephesus needed to be reminded of that same truth, since there were many divisions in the Ephesian church, whether socioeconomic, ethnic, or faith background. Despite the many different priorities, the demand of Scripture is to find unity, not uniformity. As we study Ephesians, we'll identify different aspects of our unity together. In this sermon, we explore how the only unity that holds the church together is the person and work of Jesus.

Sermon on Mark 6:1-13. This is the seventh and final sermon in our sermon series called Great Expectations. We all come to God and faith with certain expectations. Perhaps we believe that if we're really faithful, God will provide for us. Through this section of Mark's Gospel, Jesus calls into question our expectations of God and our expectations of what is good. As Jesus offers us paradoxes of grace, we get a window into a life of faith. In this sermon, we explore how no matter how long we've known him, we can let the work of Jesus surprise us.

Sermon on Mark 5:21-43. This is the fifth sermon in our sermon series called Great Expectations. We all come to God and faith with certain expectations. Perhaps we believe that if we're really faithful, God will provide for us. Through this section of Mark's Gospel, Jesus calls into question our expectations of God and our expectations of what is good. As Jesus offers us paradoxes of grace, we get a window into a life of faith. The work of Jesus brings us back to life even in the midst of death

Sermon on Mark 4:35-41. This is the fifth sermon in our sermon series called Great Expectations. We all come to God and faith with certain expectations. Perhaps we believe that if we're really faithful, God will provide for us. Through this section of Mark's Gospel, Jesus calls into question our expectations of God and our expectations of what is good. As Jesus offers us paradoxes of grace, we get a window into a life of faith. Even in times of fear, we can trust the work of God in our lives.

Sermon on Mark 4:26-34. This is the fourth sermon in our sermon series called Great Expectations. We all come to God and faith with certain expectations. Perhaps we believe that if we're really faithful, God will provide for us. Through this section of Mark's Gospel, Jesus calls into question our expectations of God and our expectations of what is good. As Jesus offers us paradoxes of grace, we get a window into a life of faith. In this sermon, we explore when we are empowered by Jesus, even our weaknesses are made strong.

Sermon on Mark 3:20-35. This is the third sermon in our sermon series called Great Expectations. We all come to God and faith with certain expectations. Perhaps we believe that if we're really faithful, God will provide for us. Through this section of Mark's Gospel, Jesus calls into question our expectations of God and our expectations of what is good. As Jesus offers us paradoxes of grace, we get a window into a life of faith. In this sermon, we explore how the kingdom of God isn't about who or what we know, but who we love and who loves us.

Sermon on Mark 2:23-3:6. This is the second sermon in our sermon series called Great Expectations. We all come to God and faith with certain expectations. Perhaps we believe that if we're really faithful, God will provide for us. Through this section of Mark's Gospel, Jesus calls into question our expectations of God and our expectations of what is good. As Jesus offers us paradoxes of grace, we get a window into a life of faith. In this sermon, we explore how on the Sabbath, Jesus frees us to worship.

Confirmation is usually for teenagers, as a rite of passage for making faith their own. However, we are always being formed and re-formed as Christians. With this in mind, one of our classes this year was "Confirmation 2.0," in which learners of all ages were invited to engage with their faith and beliefs. In worship this last Sunday, we did a question and answer portion with our new "confirmands." This was loosely scripted, and intended to take the form of a sort of catechism. We hope you enjoy the depth of faith and knowledge this confirmation class offers!

Sermon on John 3:1-17. This is the first sermon in our sermon series called Great Expectations. We all come to God and faith with certain expectations. Perhaps we believe that if we're really faithful, God will provide for us. Through this section of Mark's Gospel, Jesus calls into question our expectations of God and our expectations of what is good. As Jesus offers us paradoxes of grace, we get a window into a life of faith. In this sermon, we explore how our belief in Jesus must be embodied through our actions.