Best First Presbyterian Church of Bend Podcasts (2025)

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Celebrating the Gift of Sacred Earth, with Rev. Sharon Edwards. 30:00

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Celebrating the Gift of Sacred Earth, with Rev. Sharon Edwards. Series: This Sweet Earth A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Genesis 2:1-3, Romans 12:1-2. Feeling disconnected? Discover how you’re deeply woven into the fabric of creation this Sunday. Join us in-person or online as Sharon explores our profo…

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Love Has the Last Word, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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Love Has the Last Word, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: Finding Hope in Hard Places A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: John 20.1; John 20.16. Join us this Easter Sunday and discover a powerful message of hope that breaks through darkness. Whether online or in-person, hear how love conquers despair and…

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Finding Hope in Copernicus Moments, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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Finding Hope in Copernicus Moments, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: Finding Hope in Hard Places A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Romans 8.28; Matthew 21.2. Join us this Sunday at First Presbyterian, online or in-person, for a powerful message about love, hope, and finding your place in the world. We…

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Blessed are the Curious, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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Blessed are the Curious, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: Finding Hope in Hard Places A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: John 3.1-17. Curiosity is a valuable trait we often lose with age. Nicodemus struggled to understand Jesus because he was limited by his preconceptions. Living well means embracing u…

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Becoming Agents of Hope in the ‘After’, with Becca Ellis. 30:00

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Becoming Agents of Hope in the ‘After’, with Becca Ellis. Series: Finding Hope in Hard Places A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Proverbs 8, James 3:13-17. Feeling lost or searching for wisdom in life’s twists and turns? Join us this Sunday as Becca explores how small moments and unexpected connections ca…

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Preventing Your Circuits From Overloading, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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Preventing Your Circuits From Overloading, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: Finding Hope in Hard Places A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Jeremiah 17.7-8. Feeling overwhelmed? Stressed out? Join us this Sunday as we explore how to stay grounded, connected, and hopeful when life feels like too much. Di…

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The Healing of Lament, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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The Healing of Lament, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: Finding Hope in Hard Places A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Psalm 13. Join us Sunday as Steven discusses the importance of embracing pain and honesty during the season of Lent, emphasizing that faith should allow for the expression of raw emoti…

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Terrible and Beautiful, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski 30:00

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Terrible and Beautiful, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: Finding Hope in Hard Places A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Luke 4.1-2. Feeling stuck? Wondering if there’s more to life? Join us this Sunday as we explore Lent – a journey of renewal, letting go, and rediscovering your true self. Whether onli…

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Deliver Us - Surrender, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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Deliver Us - Surrender, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: The Jesus Prayer: 7 Spiritual Practices for the New Year A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Rom. 12.21; Matt. 6.13; Gal. 5.22-23. Join us this Sunday to hear an inspiring message about overcoming evil with goodness. We’ll explore the power of kin…

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As We Forgive, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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As We Forgive, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: The Jesus Prayer: 7 Spiritual Practices for the New Year A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Matthew 18.21-22; Luke 23.34. Join us this Sunday to hear a powerful message on the transformative power of forgiveness. We’ll explore how to overcome hatred with …

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Forgive Us: Confession, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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Forgive Us: Confession, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: The Jesus Prayer: 7 Spiritual Practices for the New Year A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Romans 12.21; Luke 23.34; Luke 15.1, 24. Join us this Sunday, either online or in-person, to hear a powerful message on the transformative power of God’s …

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Give Us Today Our Daily Bread: Enough, with Becca Ellis. 30:00

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Give Us Today Our Daily Bread: Enough, with Becca Ellis. Series: The Jesus Prayer: 7 Spiritual Practices for the New Year A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Acts 2. Join us this Sunday, either online or in-person, as we dive deeper into the Lord’s Prayer. Becca has a powerful message on gratitude, abundan…

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Thy Kingdom Come, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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Thy Kingdom Come, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: The Jesus Prayer: 7 Spiritual Practices for the New Year A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Micah 4.3-4;Luke 10.31-35. Curious about faith, justice, and the kind of love that shakes things up? Join Rev. Dr. Steven Koski this Sunday—online or in person—…

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Hallowed Be Thy Name: Awe, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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Hallowed Be Thy Name: Awe, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: 7 Spiritual Practices for the New Year A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Matthew 6.9; Ephesians 3.19; Luke 5. 4-11. Join Rev. Dr. Steven Koski this Sunday, either online or in-person, as he explores the power of awe and wonder. Don’t miss thi…

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Our Father: Community, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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Our Father: Community, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Matthew 6.9-13; 18.3. oin us this Sunday, either online or in-person, as we dive deeper into the powerful message about community, connection, and living out the Lord’s Prayer. Join us each Sunday, 10AM at bendfp.org, or…

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Finding Strength in Who You Are, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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Finding Strength in Who You Are, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Matthew 3:16-17, 1 John 4:16. Join us this Sunday—online or in-person—for an inspiring message from Rev. Dr. Steven Koski about finding grit through grace. Discover how remembering we’re made by love can transf…

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A Moment to Arrive: Epiphany, Light & the New Year, with Becca Ellis. 30:00

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A Moment to Arrive: Epiphany, Light & the New Year, with Becca Ellis. A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: 1John 4:7-9, 16, Matthew 2:1-12. Join us this Sunday, either online or in-person, as we reflect on finding light in the darkness. Becca will share an inspiring message about embracing empathy, communit…

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The Light Within Us All, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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The Light Within Us All, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: Standalone Services A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: John 1:5. Curious about finding light in the darkest times? Join us this Sunday, either online or in-person, for an uplifting message from Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Reflect on the profound trut…

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Christmas Celebration, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 59:55

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Christmas Celebration, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Luke 2. We invite you to join us in celebrating the wonder of Christmas Eve. Whether in-person or online, come experience the profound message of Emmanuel – God with us. In the midst of life’s joys and sorrows, may you f…

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Love's Light in the Waiting, with Rev. Morgan Schmidt. 30:00

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Love's Light in the Waiting, with Rev. Morgan Schmidt. Series: The Gift of Advent (2024) A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Join us this Sunday, either online or in-person, to hear a powerful message about the light of love in the waiting of Advent. Morgan’s got some great stories and insights you won’t want to miss…

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Joy in the Stable: Reimagining the Christmas Story, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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Joy in the Stable: Reimagining the Christmas Story, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: The Gift of Advent (2024) A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Luke 2.6-7. Discover unexpected joy this Sunday at First Presbyterian Church of Bend. Join us online or in-person as we explore how love transforms ordinary …

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Peace in Unexpected Places, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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Peace in Unexpected Places, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: The Gift of Advent (2024) A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Luke 2:14. About the Series, The Gift of Advent (2024): Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love Join us each Sunday, 10AM at bendfp.org, or 11AM KTVZ-CW Channel 612/12 in Bend. Subscribe/Follow,…

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Journeying with Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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Journeying with Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: Advent 2024 A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Ephesians 3.20. Take the journey with Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem, envisioning their weariness on the long trip and finding shelter in a stable for Jesus’ birth, where God meet…

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Extraordinary Gratitude, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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Extraordinary Gratitude, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: Ordinary People With Extraordinary Hearts A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Ephesians 3.20. Come as you are this Sunday – whether in person or online – and join us as we explore the Parable of the Sower. Discover how God’s radical generosity ca…

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Extraordinary Empathy, with Becca Ellis. 30:00

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Extraordinary Empathy, with Becca Ellis. Series: Ordinary People With Extraordinary Hearts A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Matthew 9; 1 Kings; Isaiah 46. Join us this Sunday to hear a powerful message on finding hope and compassion in challenging times. We’ll be gathering online and in-person – come as…

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Extraordinary Service, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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Extraordinary Service, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: Ordinary People With Extraordinary Hearts A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Genesis 12.2;Matthew 16.24. Join us this Sunday to explore living a life of greater generosity and purpose. Hear an inspiring message on finding your ‘ikigai’ – the reaso…

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Extraordinary Generosity, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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Extraordinary Generosity, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: Ordinary People With Extraordinary Hearts A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1.1-3; Hebrews 12.1-2. Join us this Sunday, either online or in-person, to hear an inspiring message about choosing love over fear, even in challenging…

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Remembering Who We Are, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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Remembering Who We Are, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: A Braver Way A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Matthew 5.5, Matthew 23.11, 2 Corinthians 5. Join us this Sunday, either online or in-person, to hear a powerful message about promoting healing, peace, and the common good. Let’s come together to e…

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Generosity - Speaking a Good Word into People’s Lives, with Rev. Dr. Rob Hagan. 30:00

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Generosity - Speaking a Good Word into People’s Lives, with Rev. Dr. Rob Hagan. Series: A Braver Way A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9, , Acts 7:59-60. Join us this Sunday, either online or in-person, to hear an inspiring message on activating hope, living in abundance, and becoming ‘divi…

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Love Anyway…Don’t Be A Jerk, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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Love Anyway…Don’t Be A Jerk, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: A Braver Way A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Mark 7.24-30. Join us this Sunday to hear a thought-provoking message on loving others, even those we disagree with. Whether online or in-person, come with an open mind and heart as we explore …

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Being There for One Another, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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Being There for One Another, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: A Braver Way A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Matthew 5.43-44; John 8; Psalm 19; Colossians 3.12,15. Join us this Sunday, either online or in person, to hear a powerful message on choosing love over malice, even in divided times. Let’s com…

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Joy as Radical Resistance, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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Joy as Radical Resistance, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: A Braver Way A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Join us this Sunday, either online or in-person, to hear an inspiring message about finding joy and beauty even in the midst of life’s challenges. Come explore “The Braver Way” with us. It could be just wha…

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What is the Work of Love that is Ours to do?, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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What is the Work of Love that is Ours to do?, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: A Braver Way A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Matthew 7.13-14. Join us this Sunday to hear an inspiring message about how ordinary people can change the world through a movement of love. About the Series, A Braver Way: Fin…

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The Power of Persistent Faith, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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The Power of Persistent Faith, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: Standalone Services A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Luke 18:1-8. Join us this Sunday to hear an inspiring message on the power of persistence, based on the parable of the persistent widow in Luke 18:1-8. Whether online or in-person, you…

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Would Jesus Be a Christian?, with Rev. Barry Heath. 30:00

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Would Jesus Be a Christian?, with Rev. Barry Heath. A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Matthew 5.1-20. Join us this Sunday as we explore the question, “Would Jesus be a Christian?”. Rev. Barry Heath will examine Jesus’ teachings, particularly the Beatitudes, to understand how they should guide our faith a…

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Be En-Couraged, with Rev. Kally Elliott. 30:00

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Be En-Couraged, with Rev. Kally Elliott. Series: Re-Shaped A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Matthew 14. 22-23, Mark 6:45, John 6:17. You’re invited to join us this Sunday as we explore Kally Elliot’s powerful message on the immediate and relentless nature of life. Through personal stories and biblical i…

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Does Prayer Really Work?, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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Does Prayer Really Work?, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: Re-Shaped A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Join us this Sunday as Rev. Dr. Steven Koski explores the mystery and power of prayer, highlighting Jesus’ prayer life and the Lord’s Prayer as a way of being and emphasizing prayer’s transformative impact, con…

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Let It Go, with Rev. Kally Elliott. 30:00

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Let It Go, with Rev. Kally Elliott. Series: Re-Shaped A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: John 12.24-23. Join Rev. Kally Elliott as she discusses the importance of embracing new life through the act of letting go. Kally shares personal experiences of releasing her child into God’s hands, letting go of her …

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Inside Out, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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Inside Out, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: Re-Shaped A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Ephesians 3.16-17; Romans 8.28;2 Timothy 1.7. About the Series, Re-Shaped: Our brains were designed to be suspicious of change, and for good reason – homeostasis in good measure helps us thrive, protecting us from…

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Change is good… you go first!, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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Change is good… you go first!, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: Re-Shaped A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Exodus 3.1-14. Join us this Sunday as we begin a new worship series called “Reshaped, Embracing Change”. Discover how to see change not as a threat, but as an opportunity to grow and thrive. Exp…

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Presence, Mystery & Wonder, with Becca Ellis. 30:00

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Presence, Mystery & Wonder, with Becca Ellis. Series: Beguiled By Beauty: Cultivating a Life of Contemplation and Compassion A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34. Join us each Sunday, 10AM at bendfp.org, or 11AM KTVZ-CW Channel 612/12 in Bend. Subscribe/Follow, and click the bell for alerts.…

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Awakening to Beauty, Falling in Love with the World 30:00

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Awakening to Beauty, Falling in Love with the World, with Rev. Kally Elliott. Series: Beguiled By Beauty: Cultivating a Life of Contemplation and Compassion A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Psalm 147.1-11. Join us this week as Rev. Kally Elliott shares personal experiences and biblical examples to empha…

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We are Made for the Beloved, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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We are Made for the Beloved, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: Beguiled By Beauty A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Psalm 16.7-11. Join us this Sunday as Rev. Dr. Steven Koski challenges the traditional doctrine of original sin, arguing that it has been used to justify negative self-talk and critical a…

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Beauty, Contemplation, and Radical Compassion 30:00

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Beauty, Contemplation, and Radical Compassion, with Rev. Dr. Ken Evers-Hood. Series: Beguiled By Beauty: Cultivating a Life of Contemplation and Compassion A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. This Sunday, guest speaker Rev. Dr. Ken Evers-Hood discusses Finding Beauty in Difficult Places: Navigating Dualistic and Unit…

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Returning Home, with Rev. Tyler McQuilkin. 30:00

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Returning Home, with Rev. Tyler McQuilkin. Series: QUEST: The Awakened Traveler A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: John 15:1-17. Join us this Sunday as Tyler unpacks Jesus’ final teaching to his disciples in John 15, where he calls himself the true vine and calls us to remain rooted in our relationship wi…

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Unconditional means..., with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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Unconditional means..., with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: QUEST: The Awakened Traveler A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Luke 15.1-4; Acts 10 -11. Unconditional means without conditions: A worship service celebrating PRIDE week. We stand in solidarity with our siblings and the LGBTQ+ community as they …

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The Encounter, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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The Encounter, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: QUEST: The Awakened Traveler A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: John 4.7-40. Join us Sunday as Rev. Dr. Steven Koski as he discusses a “traveler’s mindset” by deepening relationships through vulnerability, empathy, and unconditional acceptance of others a…

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Leaving Home, with Rev. Kally Elliott. 30:00

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Leaving Home, with Rev. Kally Elliott. Series: QUEST: The Awakened Traveler A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Exodus 13.17-22, Matthew 4:19. Join us this Sunday to hear Reverend Kally discuss as one might be an “Awakened Traveler” and learn more about allowing God to transform us through life’s uncertain…

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What is Your Why?, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. 30:00

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What is Your Why?, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: What Makes A Good Life? A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. About the Series, What Makes A Good Life?: We spend our lives pursuing what we perceive to be 'the good life'. We pursue the things we believe will make us happy, bring us joy, make us fulfilled. What do…

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The Gift of Rest, with Rev. Tyler McQuilkin. 30:00

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The Gift of Rest, with Rev. Tyler McQuilkin. Series: What Makes A Good Life? A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Genesis 1:26-2:4. This Sunday, join Tyler as he discusses finding balance between work and rest, arguing that society and even the church overly emphasize work while neglecting rest. It encourag…

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