In a return to our new summer series, seeking wisdom from the stories and voices of women throughout the Christian tradition, Pastor Mike Yager shares insights from the life and unique calling of Joni Eareckson Tada and the story of Jacob in Genesis; in both cases, journeys transformed by the reality of disability. A perspective often neglected, stories like that of Joni and so many others challenge the ableist assumptions within our culture (the church included), and are a resounding call to the vitality of vulnerability.

Pastor Chris Seay preaches from Uvalde in the wake of the deadly mass shooting at Robb Elementary School. As we process this horrific tragedy, and other recent events that have left us similarly shaken, Pastor Chris seeks guidance from the words of Jesus to prompt us into healthy and meaningful ways to respond as people of hope in the midst of such grief.

Following the horrific tragedy at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, our team gathered to shape and share this time of prayer and lament. We continue to pray for the families of the victims, and a community in the midst of deep trauma and mourning, but our response as a church will not end with prayer. Join us this weekend as Pastor Chris will invite us into specific ways that we will engage as a family in the days ahead. Lord, have mercy.

Pastor Sean Palmer continues our new series exploring the vital stories and voices of women throughout the Christian tradition, inviting us to consider the tragic circumstances faced by Agnes of Rome. Through her story, and the teachings of Jesus, we are reminded that earthly pursuits do not sustain us, that conviction is costly, and that we worship a God who sees and joins us in places of pain.

Pastor Chris Seay invites us into the beginning of a new series which will unfold over the course of the summer, exploring the stories and voices of women in Scripture and throughout Christian history. This week, we consider the story of Anna Spafford and how her response might help us reflect upon our own in facing the inescapability of grief. We hope you’ll continue joining us for more of these powerful, beautiful, and crucial stories of faith.

On Mother’s Day, Pastor Mitzi Mak shared vulnerable perspective from her own story, and invited us to explore the many instances in which the Scriptures speak to the feminine character of God. Today we pause to celebrate the many diverse forms of motherhood, wonder at the unique and miraculous experience of childbirth, and worship together our God who is nurturer, comforter, and protector.

Pastor Mike Yager leads us to consider Jesus’ “Great Commission” and subsequent ascension as a call into shared purpose and connection as a new kind of community. In light of the invitations shared, how might you be called to more fully participate in the life of the church in this season?

Pastor Sean Palmer closes the series which has guided us through the Lenten season; utilizing Mike Mantel’s Thirsting for Living Water as a resource to help us consider our stories in light of God’s greater movement of redemption for all people, places, and things. Sean enters the story of the early church in Acts to examine our call to become the kind of genuine community through which the Holy Spirit would turn the world upside down.

It was a deep joy to gather and celebrate together at White Oak Music Hall. We extend our gratitude to all who took part, especially those who joined us so generously in serving the community, and our love to the entire Ecclesia family, wherever your Resurrection celebrations may have found you. Here, you can revisit our online service, including an encouraging message from Pastor Chris Seay. Our audio podcast feed will resume on its regular schedule next Sunday. He is risen!

On this Palm Sunday, as we enter into Holy Week, Pastor Chris Seay teaches from Lviv, Ukraine. We have connected with local pastors, and are identifying ways we can partner with efforts to care for those fleeing violence, and those continuing to defend their homeland. As we engage with Jesus’ story, today and throughout the week, we are reminded that the Body of Christ is always called to move towards in these times of extreme trial.

Ericka Graham continues our Lenten series utilizing Mike Mantel’s Thirsting for Living Water as a resource to help us consider our stories in light of God’s greater movement of redemption for all people, places, and things. Ericka invites us to look at the story of Noah’s Ark with fresh eyes; as an invitation into a hope grounded in the reality of covenant.

Pastor Sean Palmer continues our Lenten series utilizing Mike Mantel’s Thirsting for Living Water as a resource to help us consider our stories in light of God’s greater movement of redemption for all people, places, and things. Sharing insights from his journey, and the wisdom of the Apostle Paul, Sean invites us to consider that even while doubt and despair may be agonizing to experience, God is always shining through in the midst of it.

Pastor Chris Seay continues our Lenten series utilizing Mike Mantel’s Thirsting for Living Water as a resource to help us consider our stories in light of God’s greater movement of redemption for all people, places, and things. Chris invites us to make an honest assessment, and ask if we are fully living into the gifts that God has given us to use and share in the world for his glory.

Throughout the six weeks of Lent, we are looking to Mike Mantel’s new book Thirsting For Living Water as a companion to guide our reflection. Mike serves as the CEO of Living Water International, and invites us to consider our stories in light of God’s BIG story of redemption and renewal. Continue to join us throughout this series of teaching as we seek God’s direction and the ways we are being urged into transformation during and beyond this sacred season.

Pastor Chris Seay invites us into the observance of a sacred and transformative season of Lent, and introduces the new series which will guide us through this season. Join us in the coming weeks as we seek to grow in awareness for the ways that God has been orchestrating in the midst of our stories; helping us to gain perspective for the ways we are uniquely called to participate in the larger narrative of God’s redemptive work.

Pastor Chris Seay concludes our series in the story of Joseph, speaking from Cúcuta, Colombia. For the first time in over two years, we have had the opportunity to connect directly with missional partners abroad, and are excited to share updates about the work God has been doing in a region beset by significant economic devastation in addition to the pandemic. Chris encourages us toward renewed intentionality in generosity and community connection as we continue to live out this important dimension of our calling as a church; serving the needs of our global family.

Pastor Mike Yager brings us to the closing episode of Joseph’s story, which has guided us over the past several weeks. As we witness an encounter of repentance and forgiveness between brothers, God is calling us to examine the places in our own past that reveal how God has been working throughout our stories to heal, shape, and urge us forward in faithfulness.

Pastor Sean Palmer leads us in our continued journey through the story of Joseph in the Book of Genesis. Through several encounters of veiled identity, we are reminded that while masks may help us get what we think we want, healing can only begin once they are removed.

Pastor Chris Seay continues our journey through Joseph’s story in the Book of Genesis. Though we will all face disappointment, or be forced to navigate frustrating and long seasons of waiting, there are critical rhythms that help us to remain attentive and ready to respond when God’s appointed time arrives.

Continuing our mini-series on navigating disappointments and setbacks, Pastor Sean Palmer guides us to seek insight in the unfolding story of Joseph. Wrongly imprisoned, Joseph perseveres in faith; trusting in the presence of God which sustains us in hope during endless seasons of waiting and circumstances beyond our control.