Mark 12:35-37By Mission Church Tucson

Send us a text On The Village Church Sermons podcast in Tucson, AZ, Pastor Eric delivers a message that’s anything but ordinary. He takes listeners on a spirited journey through Philippians 3:11-21, unpacking a profound idea: to understand what to do in the here and now, we’ve got to interpret our past through the lens of our future with Christ. It…

Send us a Text Message - include your name! In this episode of Faith Over Breakfast, Pastors Eric and Andy talk through the heart behind Pastor Appreciation Month. They share what kind of care resonates most with them personally, and reflect on their approach to extending that same care to others. It's a conversation about gratitude, connection, an…

November 3, 2024 Associate Pastor Eric Burch Summit Ridges Values: Grace Community Serving Generosity We Value Community We are created to be in community- to do life together. Together we worship, laugh, cry, give, serve, learn, and grow as followers of Jesus Christ. We were Created to be in Community Genesis 1:26-27 What does it Mean to be in Com…

Send us a text In this episode of the Village Church’s series on Philippians, Pastor Mark turns his gaze toward the opening verses of chapter three. He explores the call to rejoice, urging it not simply as an emotion but as a defense—a safeguard, standing firm against those who would reduce grace to mere rule-following. These verses are more than a…

October 27, 2024 Associate Pastor Louise Waller What is God’s Grace? Romans 3:10-18 Romans 5:8 How do we receive Grace? How do we extend Grace? Attitude Practice 2 Corinthians 9:8 2 Corinthians 12:9 Grace = Agape Love Grace is Holy (NIV)By Summit Ridge Community Church

Mark 12:13-34 (Andy Littleton)By Mission Church Tucson

Send us a Text Message - include your name! Eric and Andy tackle the challenging and ever-present reality of racism. They explore how it's woven into the fabric of society, highlighting the ways we contribute to it—sometimes intentionally, but often without even realizing it. The conversation doesn't shy away from the uncomfortable truths, as they …

Send us a text In this episode of the Village Church's sermon series, Pastor Eric takes us further into Philippians, honing in on the heart of Paul’s message. He draws out the affections of Jesus and His servanthood, emphasizing how these shape our understanding. Then, he explores Philippians 2:19-30, unpacking how the hope, solidarity, and service…

October 20, 2024 Lead Pastor Dr. Dan Acker Jeremiah 29:11 Jeremiah 32:19 Psalms 33:11 Romans 8:28 Ephesians 2:10 Mark 10:45 Mission of Summit Ridge Community Church: To make disciples who Serve Christ by Serving People. Matthew 28:16-20 "It's just stunning to watch churches struggle to get mission statements when there it is, the Great Commission, …

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October 13, 2024 Associate Pastor Eric Burch Galatians 3:26-29 We are a New Creation 2 Corinthians 5:17-18 Philemon 4-7 Philemon 10-14 We have a Alternative Way to Act Romans 8:28-29 Matthew 5:13-15 Philemon 20-25 Philippians 2:5-8 5 Ways to be Like Christ in this World Matthew 28:18-20 (NASB 2020)By Summit Ridge Community Church

Send us a text In this episode of The Village Church sermons, Pastor Eric unpacks Philippians 2:12-18. He introduces a straightforward memory tool to anchor the message—Obey, Work Out, Rejoice. As he encourages listeners to reflect on what it truly means to obey and work out their faith, he emphasizes the importance of not grumbling or complaining.…

Mark 11:27-33 (Andy Littleton)By Mission Church Tucson

Send us a Text Message - include your name! In this episode of the Faith Over Breakfast podcast, Pastor Eric and Pastor Andy tackle the topic of crystals and their role in our culture. They take a closer look at the unique sub-culture in Tucson, where many believe these stones hold healing properties and offer grounding energy. The conversation shi…

Send us a text In this episode of the Village Church’s sermon series on Philippians, Pastor Mark explores chapter 2:1-11. He encourages the Village community to see this passage not as a checklist of tasks to complete, but as a reminder of the grace they have already received from Jesus. As they reflect on the ways they’ve encountered Christ’s love…

October 6, 2024 Scott Soden, Global Partners Coordinator, Brethren Church National Office Staff Pastor Gary Castro, Philippine Brethren ChurchBy Summit Ridge Community Church

Mark 11:12-25 (Andy Littleton)By Mission Church Tucson

Send us a text In this sermon from the Village Church’s Philippians series, Pastor Eric turns our attention to Philippians 1:12-30. He invites both the Village community and anyone tuning in to reflect on Jesus' unique "operating procedure" for living out the Gospel. Pastor Eric breaks it down into three parts: creating space for the Gospel, procla…

September 30, 2024 Associate Pastor Justin Brunenkant Associate Pastor Louise Waller Associate Pastor Eric Burch Philemon 1: 1-7 (NKJV)By Summit Ridge Community Church

Mark 10:46-11:11By Mission Church Tucson

Send us a text In this episode of the Village Sermon Podcast, Pastor Susan Cepin launches the Village Church’s series on Philippians. She opens with an exploration of the letter’s background, touching on Paul, the city of Philippi, the nature of 1st-century letters, and the central theme of Philippians 1:6. Susan invites the congregation to reflect…

Send us a Text Message - include your name! In this episode of Faith Over Breakfast, Andy and Eric take a moment to talk about bitcoin. Their conversation springs from another podcast called Thank God For Bitcoin. Eric is particularly energized by the potential he sees for bitcoin, especially how it could be a game changer for missionaries in devel…

September 22, 2024 Associate Pastor Eric Burch We serve Christ by Serving People Colossians 4:7-8 Romans 1:1 1 Timothy 1:1-2 Colossians 4:9-13 Serving Christ by Serving People Takes Many Forms 1 Peter 3:15 Colossians 4:14-15 (NET) Romans 12:9-13 Colossians 4:16-18 1 Peter 4:10-11 (NASB)By Summit Ridge Community Church

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Send us a text In this episode of The Village Church's sermon series on the Shema, pastoral intern Daniel McConnell takes up the final section, centering on Deuteronomy 6:6-9. With thoughtful insight, he explores practical ways for us to immerse ourselves in God’s word. McConnell reminds us that while this journey demands our effort, Scripture—part…

September 15, 2024 Associate Pastor Justin Brunenkant (There were intermittent audio issues with this recording. Sorry for the inconvenience.) Colossians 4:1-6 Daniel 6:10 Luke 18:1-8 Matthew 7:11 (NKJV)By Summit Ridge Community Church

Mark 10:17-31 (Andy Littleton)By Mission Church Tucson

Send us a text In this episode of the Village Sermon podcast, Pastor Eric explores Deuteronomy 6:5, focusing on the Shema and the word Ahavah. He begins by guiding us through the opening of the Shema, urging us to reflect on what truly forms the foundation of our lives. From there, he explains the rich meaning of Ahavah, calling the community to co…

September 8, 2024 Lead Pastor Dr. Dan Acker “Denial of one's need for others is the most common type of defense against bonding. If people come from a situation, whether growing up or later in life, where good, safe relationships were not available to them, they learn to deny that they even want them. Why want what you can't have? They slowly get r…

Mark 10:13-16 (Andy Littleton)By Mission Church Tucson

Send us a Text Message - include your name! In this episode of Faith Over Breakfast, Pastor Andy and Pastor Eric respond to a listener's question about why emotions often run high in church and why change can feel so unsettling. They explore how to navigate transitions within a church community, examining both the personal impact and ways to suppor…

September 1, 2024 Associate Pastor Louise Waller (Technical difficulties at the beginning caused low audio.) Colossians 3:12-17 Unity and Love are REQUIRED No worship without loving community John 13:34-35 (Song: They’ll Know We are Christians by Our Love) No New Life in Christ without loving community ‘In the Name of Christ’ Loving community is Th…

Mark 10:1-12By Mission Church Tucson

Send us a Text Message - include your name! In this engaging episode of Faith Over Breakfast, pastors Eric and Andy weave through an array of intriguing topics, touching on politics, the upcoming election, the DNC convention, and the timeless wisdom of Ecclesiastes. With their unique blend of insight and humor, they even venture into the delicate t…

August 25, 2024 Lead Pastor Dr. Dan Acker Colossians 2:14-15 “Both God’s love and God’s wrath are ratcheted up in the move from the old covenant to the new, from the Old Testament to the New. These themes barrel along through redemptive history, unresolved, until they come to a resounding climax — at the cross. Do you wish to see God’s love? Look a…

Send us a text In this episode of the Village Sermons podcast, Pastor Eric kicks off a three-week series centered around the Shema. He zooms in on Deuteronomy 6:4, offering fresh insight into this ancient prayer. Pastor Eric invites us to consider the Shema as a "vaccine prayer"—a spiritual practice that helps realign us with Reality. By directing …

Mark 9:38-50By Mission Church Tucson

Send us a text In this episode of the Village Church podcast, Pastor Susan Cepin continues our series, "Healing the City, One Person at a Time." She opens with a discussion on Moses' meeting with God at Mt. Sinai, drawing a connection to the transfiguration of Jesus in Mark 9. Susan then shifts her attention to the healing of the demon-possessed bo…