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A Welcoming Church Family Exploring Progressive Christian Theology
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The Ground’s Too Rocky By Far

January 31, 2021
Jesus reminds us that what may be clear to us may not be clear to others. But even as we work to tell stories that others understand, we need to…
Preacher : Nathan Willard
Passage: Mark 4:1-20
Service Type: Sunday Worship
Narrative Lectionary Year 2 (2019-20)

The Shame of Christ

February 23, 2020
It's important that Jesus's transfiguration comes only after he warns Peter not to be ashamed of his impending death. We are reminded that it is easy to promote Christ when…
Preacher : Nathan Willard
Passage: Mark 8:27-9:8
Service Type: Sunday Worship
Narrative Lectionary Year 2 (2019-20)

Ringing in Christmas

December 29, 2019
In the New Testament portion of our lectionary year, we hear the awkward phrasing and cut-down language of Mark, and ask what goes in-between. Reading through the spaces gives us…
Preacher : Nathan Willard
Passage: Mark 1:1-20
Service Type: Sunday Worship

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