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As is tradition at Manna Church, the last Sunday of the year is our chance to slow down and worship from home in our PJ’s! This year’s “Service in Your PJ’s” invites us to experience one of the greatest sermons—not from a stage, but from creation itself. In this special online service, we’ll pause, breathe deeply, and listen as the world around us declares the glory of God. From ocean waves to mou...

This past Sunday Pastor Jake shared Christmas at Manna. Be sure to join us on December 24 at 6pm for our Christmas Eve Service at Brooke Point High School 1700 Courthouse Rd. Stafford, VA.  Our mission is to glorify God by equipping His people to change their world and by planting churches with the same world-changing vision. Website: https://mannastafford.church/ Find us on:  Facebook:   / mannas...

This past Sunday we heard from Manna Church Stafford’s Operations Lead, Josh Gaita. He shared a powerful message on anticipating Jesus’ return with the same excitement we feel for Christmas gifts. This sermon reminds us that Christ’s coming is the greatest gift of all and calls us to live with joyful expectation every day. Discover how hope and readiness can shape our priorities and deepen our fai...

This past Sunday Pastor Jake asked us "Are You Prepared?"  In this powerful message, we were challenged to reflect on our readiness for Christ’s return. Pastor Jake reminds us that His coming will be sudden and unexpected, urging us to live each day with faith, obedience, and intentional devotion. Watch now and be encouraged to prepare your heart, strengthen your walk, and live with eter...

This past Sunday Pastor Jake reminded us covetousness robs us of joy, distorts relationships, and accuses God of not giving enough. In Matthew 20, Jesus shows that envy—not injustice—fuels our cry of “That’s not fair.” God is not “fair” by human standards—He is far better: just, merciful, and generous. The antidote is learning contentment and practicing gratitude, guarding our hearts against compa...

Thanksgiving is more than turkey, football, and family traditions—it’s a season that invites us to reflect on gratitude and perspective. In this sermon, we explore how shifting our focus from circumstances to the condition of our soul can transform the way we experience the holiday and beyond. Even when family tensions, distance, or loneliness make Thanksgiving difficult, God offers us freedom fro...

This past Sunday, we continued our annual Reach Out Celebration (ROC), and Pastor Jake reminded us of a powerful truth: in our walk with the Lord, it’s not always “either/or”—sometimes it’s “and/both.” We invest our treasure where our heart is. So… where is your heart today? Don’t miss what’s coming next! Join us this Sunday for the final message in our “Build It” series as we celebrate what God i...

This past Sunday, we continued our annual Reach Out Celebration (ROC) with a powerful visit from our mission partners—Dan Kuhn from Convoy of Hope and Pastor Tony and Azucena Simon from Aguascalientes, Mexico. We were blessed to hear Pastor Tony share how God is moving through their ministry as they spread the Gospel across Mexico. Don’t miss what’s next—join us this Sunday for the third installme...

This Sunday we began our annual Reach Out Celebration (ROC) a powerful 4-week journey devoted to church multiplication, local outreach and global missions.  This year's theme, "Build It" call us to rise up and co-labor with Christ as He builds His Kingdom-right here in Stafford, across our nation and to the ends of the earth where the gospel has yet to be heard.  Next Sunday, we’ll...

This week we heard from Manna Stafford’s Teaching Team member and Operations Lead, Josh Gaita, as he shared a powerful message titled A Leader’s Heart.  In this message, Josh reminds us that leadership isn’t about titles—it’s about influence. Drawing from Scripture and the example of Jesus, he outlines five key character traits of a godly leader: thinking others first, expecting the best, respondi...

This week we had the pleasure of hearing from theologian and author Guillaume Bignon for the conclusion of our series "Go and Make Disciples".  This series has called us to live out the Great Commission with intentionality, compassion, and bold faith. This week’s message explores how renewing our minds empowers our hearts to respond—giving us permission to love, trust, and follow Jesus m...

This week we had the pleasure of hearing from Dr. Carlo Serrano, President of Manna University in Fayetteville, NC. In week 3 of “Go and Make Disciples” we we’re reminded that sharing the gospel boldly and effectively requires both confidence and preparation rooted in Scripture. Dr. Serrano challenges common cultural sayings and emphasizes the Bible as our true source of wisdom, morality, and King...

This week, we dove into Week 2 of our series Go and Make Disciples, continuing to explore what it means to live out the Great Commission.  Evangelism isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach. Most people share their faith naturally—in the rhythms of work, family, and neighborhood life. Just as David refused Saul’s armor, you’re called to share in a way that’s true to how God has uniquely equipped you. ...

This week we launched our brand-new sermon series, "Go and Make Disciples", with a powerful message on what it means to answer Jesus’ call to “go.” In Week 1, we explored the heart of the Great Commission—why it’s not just a suggestion, but a sacred invitation to live on mission. Pastor Jake reminded us that discipleship begins with obedience, and that every believer is called to carry t...

In this week’s message from the Potter’s Hands series, Pastor Jake Johnson explores what it means to live a life poured out in service, surrender, and love. Drawing from 2 Timothy and the example of Paul, the sermon challenges us to finish well—not just with faith, but with intentionality and impact. We’re reminded that being poured out isn’t about depletion, but about offering ourselves fully to...

This past Sunday, we stepped into Week 3 of our “Potter’s Hands” series. Pastor Jake reminded us that, just like pottery, we all experience dry seasons—times that may feel still or silent, but are actually vital for curing, strengthening, and drawing out hidden impurities. Don’t miss the final installment this Sunday as we wrap up this powerful series together! Our mission is to glorify God by equ...

This past Sunday, we were blessed to hear from Pastor Riley Halliday of Manna Church Newport News as he brought a powerful message in part two of our “Potter’s Hands” series.  In week one, we explored how Jesus centers us—and this week, Pastor Riley reminded us that He also shapes us, molding our hearts and lives with purpose and care.  Don’t miss part three this Sunday as we continue discovering...

This past Sunday we began our brand-new series “Potter’s Hands.” Pastor Jake reminded us God often uses pottery imagery to teach spiritual truth (Jeremiah 18). Just like clay is “just dirt” until it’s touched by a potter, we are ordinary until God places His hands on us. Join us this Sunday for week 2 of the series. Our mission is to glorify God by equipping His people to change their world and by...

This past Sunday, Pastor Jake asked us "Who Do You Run With?"  Consider what you are running towards and who you are running with.  If you want to go fast go alone…if you want to go far, go together. Join us this week for the beginning of a new series “Potter’s Hands”. Our mission is to glorify God by equipping His people to change their world and by planting churches with the same world...

This past Sunday, Pastor Jake continued our series, "A House of Honor". Your leaders owe it to you to:  Pray for you, challenge you and develop you.  You should honor them with encouragement and receive from them.  Rather, speaking the truth in love, we are to grow up in every way into him who is the head, into Christ, from whom the whole body, joined and held together by every joint wit...

This past Sunday, Pastor Jake continued our series, House of Honor.  Guards protect treasure and God has appointed a guardian for you. Guards keep us out of danger, and they will go to war for you. Listen to this week’s message to learn more. Our mission is to glorify God by equipping His people to change their world and by planting churches with the same world-changing vision. Website: https://ma...

This past Sunday, Pastor Jake kicked off our new series, House of Honor . Church is meant to be enjoyed—not just endured—and one powerful way we can honor both our church and the people in our lives is through our time, attention, work, and words. Our mission is to glorify God by equipping His people to change their world and by planting churches with the same world-changing vision. Website: https...

This past Sunday, Pastor Jake wrapped up our series "What Parenting Taught Me About God".  He Forgives Us. This week focused on the story of the prodigal son and how no matter how far the son fell away from the father, his love endured. God loves us in a similar way.  Join us this week for a new series “House of Honor.” Our mission is to glorify God by equipping His people to change thei...

This past Sunday, Pastor Jake continued our heartfelt new series, What Parenting Taught Me About God, with a powerful reminder: God doesn’t just love us—He enjoys us. It’s easy to believe in God’s love, but harder to grasp that He actually delights in who we are. Pastor Jake shared how parenting has revealed this truth in a personal way—just as a father naturally loves and enjoys his children, our...

This past Sunday, Pastor Jake kicked off our heartfelt new series: "What Parenting Taught Me About God."  In the message, we explored how a loving Father guides and disciplines His children. While it’s not always comfortable, God's correction is a sign of His deep care and desire for our growth. Just like any good parent, He walks with us through the tough moments with purpose and l...