SERVICES
Immersed in Belovedness
Matthew 3:13-17
January 18, 2026
Message by Rev. Brandon Johnson
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Jesus’s baptism is one of our foundational stories and signifies the beginning of his public ministry. Consequently, he is immersed in the beloved spirit of God and we affirm that truth for each one of us. What are the implications of being called beloved?
Silence with Curiosity
Luke 2:41-52
January 11, 2026
​Message by Rev. Brandon Johnson
There are limited stories about Jesus between birth and adulthood. Luke captures on, probably from an oral tradition, the reveals more about our collective curiosity than the Gospel writers’ silence. What can we learn from Jesus’s missing years?
What Do You Fear: When You're Afraid, Give Me Your Hand
Matthew 1:18-25
December 21, 2025
Message by Rev. Brandon Johnson
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When we find ourselves in fearful times, can we acknowledge our fears while also insisting on hope? Luke’s Gospel begins the story of Jesus with this opening line: “In the time of Herod…” This detail may seem minor to modern readers; however, it reveals layers of information about the fearful world Jesus entered, one filled with rampant disparity, uncertainty, and instability. A world not so unlike our own. And yet, throughout the stories of Christ’s birth, we hear the whispers of angels delivering a surprising message: “Do not fear.”
What Do You Fear:
Even in Our Fear, We are Called Forward
Luke 1:26-39
December 14, 2025
Message by Rev. Brandon Johnson
When we find ourselves in fearful times, can we acknowledge our fears while also insisting on hope? Luke’s Gospel begins the story of Jesus with this opening line: “In the time of Herod…” This detail may seem minor to modern readers; however, it reveals layers of information about the fearful world Jesus entered, one filled with rampant disparity, uncertainty, and instability. A world not so unlike our own. And yet, throughout the stories of Christ’s birth, we hear the whispers of angels delivering a surprising message: “Do not fear.”