by Elevation | Oct 26, 2026 | Sunday Morning
Simply Mark, Part 6.
This week we look at the story of Jesus’ crucifixion as told in the gospel of Mark. Our series has been exploring the gospel of Mark with open hands, asking what it looks like to give up scripture as a rulebook, and embrace the mystery inherent to the text. Following the themes we have explored so far, we ask how Christ’s death challenges the powers of the world, or critiques anything Jesus opposed? How does the crucifixion challenge any of his detractors when it ends in death? Together we will explore this story in hope to spark imagination and inspiration.
by Elevation | Oct 21, 2026 | Sunday Morning
Simply Mark, Part 5: Kingdom Leadership and Economics 101.
We are continuing the Simply Mark sermon series this week,and it would be helpful to read through Mark 10 in preparation for Sunday. Mark 10 provides a series of encounters where Jesus clearly teaches Kingdom values that stand in contrast and opposition to the norm. How might we consider and apply these teachings of Jesus in our time?
by Elevation | Oct 14, 2026 | Sunday Morning
Simply Mark, Part 4: Finding Freedom in the Gaps.
If you’ve ever felt like you were doing faith wrong because you couldn’t make all the pieces fit – this space is for you.
This Sunday, as we continue our series through the Gospel of Mark, we’re looking at what happens when even the closest disciples get things completely upside-down (Mark 8–9). Drawing on the ancient practice of midrash – the art of stepping into the Bible’s quiet gaps to question, wrestle, and imagine – we’re discovering a healthier, more human way to hold Scripture.
The Bible isn’t meant to be the ultimate destination. Like Moses and Elijah stepping back on the mountain, the text willingly steps aside so we can focus on what actually matters: the living, liberating love embodied in Christ.
Bring your questions, your curiosity, and your honest doubts. You don’t need to have every gap filled in to belong here. We’ll see you Sunday!
by Elevation | Oct 7, 2026 | Sunday Morning
This week, we warmly invite you to join us for our October Service and Learning:
Thursday, October 8th, 2026:
- Community Ministry Meal (5PM–6:30PM)
Sunday, October 11th, 2026:
- Learning Branch Opportunity at 22 Willow (9AM) — CHAPEL
- Tumaini Letu Project: Justin will share an update about this work, and then we will have an opportunity to ask Justin questions around a conversation circle.
- Cooking & Baking at 22 Willow (9AM)
- We will be using both the kitchen and gym at 22 Willow to assemble freezer meals, as well as apple crisp and applesauce that can be frozen or preserved to share over the coming months.
- Making and Sharing Brunch at SHOW (10AM–12PM)
- Connection to Nature (9:30–11AM)
- We’ll head to Bechtel Park in Waterloo for a hike on the trails.
- Journey for Justice – Alternate Date 10km Ride (9:30AM)
by Elevation | Oct 1, 2026 | Sunday Morning
Simply Mark, Part 3.
As we continue our journey through the gospel of Mark we begin to ask questions about the very nature and purpose of biblical story. Mark has long been viewed as a concise, journalistic description of Jesus’ life, demanding biblical certainty and historical consistency. This week we hope to explore Mark as an invitation to curiosity and imagination, experiencing Jesus in a way that may transcend some of the demands we often place on scripture.
