The Carry On Cast

We continue through Lent and remember we are never alone, that God always goes with us, and that God sees us when we hurt. Thank you for being together in this time of devotion.

With Jesus our Good Shepherd, we have confidence that even in adversity and change we can find peace and comfort. May this time of prayer and reflection help you follow him more closely through your week. Thanks for joining us!

Pastor Megan, Pastor Kevin and Pastor Erik discuss John 11:38-44, the story of Jesus' power over death. Lazarus still dies eventually. Death is still real. But Jesus reminds us that it is not the last word. Continue our journey to notice Jesus in unexpected ways and as he unites us all in his life, death and resurrection.

Pastor Megan, Pastor Kevin and Pastor Erik discuss John 10:1-16. Jesus uses metaphor to try to describe how he cares for and unifies us – and how others don’t. There is a word of promise and a word of warning. We listen for Jesus but also learn to avoid those who won’t care for God’s people. This is meant to be a comforting word, especially in the last verse – Jesus protects all of us. What does i...

Welcome to the season of Lent and its call to repentance and renewal. May this time of prayer help you in that faithful discipline. You may join us Mondays at 9 am or whenever it works in your week.

Pastor Megan, Pastor Erik and Pastor Kevin discuss John 9:24-38. This is a complex story of healing, judgment, cowardice, blame, and anger. Where do we see ourselves in this story? Jesus does not let anyone remain in suffering or without community. Jesus calls us together. What keeps us from being one in Christ – and what brings us together? 

Easter has now fully transitioned to our unified building at 4545 Pilot Knob Road. We give thanks to God for this new season and remember fondly all that God has done with us in our history. Thanks for joining in this time of devotion as we mark this meaningful moment.

This is our last worship service in this pattern. We’re about to go into a transitional stage. More than ever, we trust that Jesus is the one who brings us life. Pastor Megan, Pastor Erik and Pastor Kevin discuss John 3:1-17. Nicodemus tries to hide his seeking under cover of darkness. Maybe we feel suspicious or nervous, too. But Jesus meets us right where we’re at. Transfiguration Sunday is mean...

We trust in God’s action and presence among us, even through transition and trial. God promises to always love and care for us, and that is good news. Thanks for joining this time of devotion, whether you join at 9 am on Mondays or any other time in your week.

Pastor Erik and Pastor Kevin discuss John 4:46-54. This story comes right after the story of the Samaritan woman. It’s another story of Jesus crossing cultural boundaries to restore life and relationship. What Jesus has done doesn’t just bring the official to faith, it brings everyone around him to faith. While projects are a part of our partnerships, it’s not all there is. It’s also about being p...

Pastor Megan and Pastor Erik discuss John 4:31-42. Even though the woman seems ostracized, she still returns to her community to proclaim Christ. Her witness is what brings people to Jesus, but their encounter with Jesus is what really brings them to faith. How will we trust people to point us to Jesus? How will we truly meet him in unexpected places? A community is restored and faith grows. This...

On this day, when we remember the legacy and ministry of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, we hear again that the gospel calls us out into the world to love and serve our neighbors. Thank you for taking this pause for devotion and community today. From January 19

Pastor Megan and Pastor Kevin discuss John 4:16-29. Continued from last week: she is likely trapped in Levirate marriage, promised to the family member of a deceased husband who won’t marry her. She might be seen as bad luck, having caused many deaths. Jesus doesn’t judge this, he sees it and her. She engages with him in earnest questioning and truth-seeking. In this case, about the appropriate pl...

Pastor Megan, Pastor Kevin and Pastor Erik discuss John 4:1-15. Samaritans are culturally different and even despised by Jews of Jesus’ time. The text admits that Jesus should not be talking or sharing anything with the woman. More on this next week. When we want to share our faith or hear others’ stories, there can be too many cultural barriers. This encounter reminds us it’s still possible and w...

Through hard news and challenging times, we cling all the more to God’s promises. In our devotion today, we remember the gift of baptism and how it charges us to oppose evil and point to Jesus. Thanks for joining us; these devotions typically go live Mondays at 9 am.

Pastor Megan, Pastor Kevin and pastor Erik discuss John 1:25-34. John doesn’t baptize Jesus in this gospel. In many ways, it’s beside the point. Who baptizes isn’t as important as God’s love revealed in baptism. John says baptism is meant to reveal Jesus. It is still true – in our baptism, Jesus’ grace and mercy are revealed to us and to all. This story focus on Jesus and John’s proclamation of hi...

Happy new year! We take a moment together to reflect on all God’s gifts, especially the gift of communion. We remember that all are truly welcome to receive our Savior’s gifts at his table. Thanks for joining this time of devotion that typically goes live Mondays at 9 am.

Join Pastors Kevin, Megan, and Erik in discussion of John 1:35-46. Jesus’ invitation to “come and see” is more than words—it’s a call to reveal His presence through our lives.

Pastor Megan and Pastor Erik discuss John 1:1-14. We often hear this passage on Christmas Eve – today is still the Christmas season! This reading reinforces Jesus’ deity while reminding us that he truly lived as a human in our world. We remember God’s ongoing promises fulfilled in Jesus. How will we celebrate God’s promises incarnate in Jesus? 

As we come to the end of the Advent season, may this time of prayer give you space to prepare your heart for the good news of Christmas. Remember that you are welcome to join us for Christmas Eve worship here at Easter. Go to easter.org/christmas for schedules and details. We’ll be glad to see you there!

Pastor Megan, Pastor Erik and Pastor Kevin discuss Isaiah 55:1-13. Some of these verses are again familiar and the temptation is to pull them out of context. This comes to God’s people while they are in exile, while they are suffering. This is the shortest day of the year. How does this promise bring light to us? God’s promises are good news, especially as they remind us that God sends Jesus so al...

We continue through Advent, watching and listening for the good news of great joy that will come at Christmas. Thank you for joining this weekly time of reflection and prayer. Remember that you can go to easter.org/christmas to make your plans for this season, especially for Christmas Eve worship.

Pastor Megan, Pastor Kevin and Pastor Erik discuss Ezekiel 37:1-14. Through the prophet, God promises a return from exile and new life. It’s a kind of macabre image for this season, but the message is visceral and clear: God brings new life. This is the promise we celebrate: that the coming of Christ brings life. How will you share that good news in this Advent season? 

Welcome to our time of prayer and reflection together in this second week of Advent. May you find space throughout your week for rest and listening to what God is up to in your life.

Welcome to Advent! Together, we take time to prepare our hearts for the good news of Jesus’ birth, even in the midst of so much going on. Thanks for joining us wherever you can; devotions are typically posted Mondays at 9 am.