2026 Denominational Celebration

The Denominational Celebration will be held in Dallas, Texas, U.S. on July 23-26, 2026. Registration for the 2026 Denominational Celebration is open! We would love for you to participate in our time together. This gathering gives our fellowship time to worship, learn, and enjoy being together. The schedule offers steady rhythms of teaching, connection, and … Continue reading "2026 Denominational Celebration" Read the article

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Sermon for February 22, 2026 — First Sunday in Lent

Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Video with English Subtitles Thumbnail Watch on YouTube Program Transcript + Discussion Watch video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PpEEk05UlV4 Program Transcript Easter Preparation – Led by the Spirit Journeys of transformation often begin in a place of testing. The wilderness is not a place of punishment. It … Continue reading "Sermon for February 22, 2026 — First Sunday in Lent" Read the article

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Sermon for February 15, 2026 — Transfiguration Sunday

Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube Program Transcript + Discussion Watch video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cyfX-pcvwfA Program Transcript Transfiguration Sunday – Seeing His Glory Some moments change everything. They lift the veil, revealing what has always been true but unseen. The mountain of transfiguration was one of those … Continue reading "Sermon for February 15, 2026 — Transfiguration Sunday" Read the article

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Sermon for February 8, 2026 — Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany

Welcome to this week’s episode, a special rerun from our Speaking of Life archive. We hope you find its timeless message as meaningful today as it was when it was first shared. Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube RSS Feed Google Podcast Spotify Program Transcript + Discussion … Continue reading "Sermon for February 8, 2026 — Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany" Read the article

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Sermon for February 1, 2026 — Fourth Sunday after Epiphany

Welcome to this week’s episode, a special rerun from our Speaking of Life archive. We hope you find its timeless message as meaningful today as it was when it was first shared. Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube RSS Feed Google Podcast Spotify Program Transcript + Discussion … Continue reading "Sermon for February 1, 2026 — Fourth Sunday after Epiphany" Read the article

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Offering and Communion Starters

In January we introduced a new resource to help you prepare for the time of giving and taking communion in your Hope Avenue. These are meaningful formational practices that we can plan with care and intentionality. How to Use This Resource An outline is provided for you to use as a guide, followed by a … Continue reading "Offering and Communion Starters" Read the article

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Neighborhood Camp

Neighborhood day camps begin with questions. Hosting a day camp in your neighborhood is a wonderful opportunity to begin new friendships. Has your leadership considered launching a neighborhood camp? In this GC Podcast conversation, members of the GC Surrey Hills team share examples from the first year of their camp. Listen to the full episode … Continue reading "Neighborhood Camp" Read the article

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Church Hack—Leadership Transitions

Are you walking through a leadership transition in your congregation? This Church Hack provides guidance for equipping new leaders and supporting your community through change. Use it with your team to navigate these shifts with wisdom and grace. Read the full Church Hack here. Read the article

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Seek Shalom

What does it look like to be attentive to the places in which we live? Author and theologian, Kristen Deede Johnson, was a guest on the Gospel Reverb podcast in 2021. She spoke about our calling to love our neighbor and the importance of discerning the needs “of the city.” “Also, seek the peace and … Continue reading "Seek Shalom" Read the article

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