The issue of immigration has become a hotly debated topic in our society which provokes emotions ranging from anger and defensiveness to compassion and inspiration. While it is certainly a complex, multilayered issue, it is also a common narrative of our Biblical ancestors. Join us this Sunday as we kick off our August sermon series, Why Don’t They Go Back? Stories of Migration and Home as we examine scriptural stories of immigrants, migration, and God’s call to find a new place to call home.
Aug 25, 2019 3:00 AM America/Los_Angeles
Usually the Pharaohs of Egypt are portrayed as oppressive enslavers of the Israelites. But in the story of Joseph, this Pharaoh is pro-immigration and full of hospitality for Joseph’s estranged brothers. Join Pastor Jen as she explores what we can learn
Aug 18, 2019 3:00 AM America/Los_Angeles
Sometimes we respond to the news of our world by oscillating between denial and despair. But in a letter sent by the Prophet Jeremiah to the exiles in Babylon who were feeling both denial and despair, Jeremiah provides a third option. Join Pastor Jacob as
Aug 11, 2019 3:00 AM America/Los_Angeles
Many of us today don't think of ourselves as migrants because we have the means and privilege of putting down roots and calling it home. But did you know that we are, all a species, migratory beings? What does it mean that our God ordains and blesses migr
Aug 4, 2019 3:00 AM America/Los_Angeles
Our new series comes at a poignant time a day after a hate crime against immigrants. People often wonder what the Bible has to say about modern issues and in today's sermon Pastor Jacob outlines God's instructions for how to love the "alien" in your land