Sherwood Community Friends Church

Message Title: Trust When Control Feels Safer Than Faith Speaker: Lisa Garon Date: January 18, 2026 Main Scripture: Luke 12:35-48 In this week’s message, originally shared on January 18, 2026, Pastor Lisa Garon teaches on Luke 12:35-48 and challenges us to ask if we see ourselves as stewards of what we have been given or if we see ourselves as owners. This message is adapted from the Generosity Pr...

Message Title: Trust that Shapes the Heart Speaker: Robert Garon Date: January 11, 2026 Main Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-10 In this week’s message, originally shared on January 11, 2026, Pastor Robert Garon teaches on 1 Timothy 6:6-10 and challenges us to consider where we seek our security. This message is adapted from the Generosity Practice by Practicing the Way . Stay connected: 📍 Visit us at ht...

Message Title: Treasures that Shape the Heart Speaker: Robert Garon Date: January 4, 2026 Main Scripture: Matthew 6:19-34 In this week’s message, originally shared on January 4, 2026, Pastor Robert Garon teaches on Matthew 6:19-34 and challenges us to consider where our heart is putting its trust. This message is adapted from the Generosity Practice by Practicing the Way . Stay connected: 📍 Visit...

Message Title: God’s Story Speaker: Robert Garon Date: December 28, 2025 Main Scripture: Bible Overview In this week’s message, originally shared on December 28, 2025, Pastor Robert Garon teaches on God’s Story, a 30,000-foot overview of the Bible from Genesis to Revelation and what that means for us today. Stay connected: 📍 Visit us at https://www.sherwoodfriends.church 🙏 Need prayer? We’re her...

Message Title: The King Has Come Speaker: Robert Garon Date: December 24, 2025 Main Scripture: Christmas Story In this special Christmas Eve message, originally shared on December 24, 2025, Pastor Robert Garon teaches the arrival of the King and how he came to bring us home. Stay connected: 📍 Visit us at https://www.sherwoodfriends.church 🙏 Need prayer? We’re here for you — just click “Get Praye...

Message Title: The People of the King Speaker: Lisa Garon Date: December 21, 2025 Main Scripture: Genesis 12:2-3 About this Episode: In this week’s message, originally shared on December 21, 2025, Pastor Lisa Garon teaches on The People of the King, recapping our BLESS sermon series. Stay connected: 📍 Visit us at https://www.sherwoodfriends.church 🙏 Need prayer? We’re here for you — just click “...

Message Title: The Rhythm of the King Speaker: Craig McIndoo Date: December 14, 2025 Main Scripture: James 1:22-25 About this Episode: In this week’s message, originally shared on December 14, 2025, Elder Craig McIndoo teaches on The Rhythm of the King, recapping our prayer and Sabbath series. Stay connected: 📍 Visit us at https://www.sherwoodfriends.church 🙏 Need prayer? We’re here for you — ju...

Message Title: The Way of the King Speaker: Carol Kelley Date: December 7, 2025 Main Scripture: Matthew 5-7 About this Episode: In this week’s message, originally shared on December 7, 2025, Elder Carol Kelley teaches on the Way of the King, recapping our Sermon on the Mount series. Stay connected: 📍 Visit us at https://www.sherwoodfriends.church 🙏 Need prayer? We’re here for you — just click “G...

Message Title: What You Carry Will Carry You Speaker: Robert Garon Date: November 30, 2025 Main Scripture: Galatians 6 About this Episode: In this week’s message, Pastor Robert Garon teaches on Galatians chapter 6. Stay connected: 📍 Visit us at https://www.sherwoodfriends.church 🙏 Need prayer? We’re here for you — just click “Get Prayer” on our website. 🗓️ Check out upcoming events and ways to g...

Message Title: Shadow Side vs. Spirit Side Speaker: Lisa Garon Date: November 23, 2025 Main Scripture: Galatians 5 About this Episode: In this week’s message, Pastor Lisa Garon teaches on Galatians chapter 4. Stay connected: 📍 Visit us at https://www.sherwoodfriends.church 🙏 Need prayer? We’re here for you — just click “Get Prayer” on our website. 🗓️ Check out upcoming events and ways to get inv...

Message Title: Children of Promise Speaker: Lisa Garon Date: November 16, 2025 Main Scripture: Galatians 4 About this Episode: In this week’s message, Pastor Lisa Garon teaches on Galatians chapter 4. Stay connected: 📍 Visit us at https://www.sherwoodfriends.church 🙏 Need prayer? We’re here for you — just click “Get Prayer” on our website. 🗓️ Check out upcoming events and ways to get involved at...

Message Title: Freedom Has a Name Speaker: Robert Garon Date: November 9, 2025 Main Scripture: Galatians 3 About this Episode: In this week’s message, Pastor Robert Garon teaches on Galatians chapter 3. Stay connected: 📍 Visit us at https://www.sherwoodfriends.church 🙏 Need prayer? We’re here for you — just click “Get Prayer” on our website. 🗓️ Check out upcoming events and ways to get involved...

Message Title: Living From the Cross Speaker: Robert Garon Date: November 2, 2025 Main Scripture: Galatians 2 About this Episode: In this week’s message, Pastor Robert Garon teaches on Galatians chapter 2. Stay connected: 📍 Visit us at https://www.sherwoodfriends.church 🙏 Need prayer? We’re here for you — just click “Get Prayer” on our website. 🗓️ Check out upcoming events and ways to get involv...

Message Title: Jesus Plus Nothing Speaker: Robert Garon Date: October 26, 2025 Main Scripture: Galatians 1 About this Episode: In today’s message, Pastor Robert Garon teaches on Galatians chapter 1. Stay connected: 📍 Visit us at https://www.sherwoodfriends.church 🙏 Need prayer? We’re here for you — just click “Get Prayer” on our website. 🗓️ Check out upcoming events and ways to get involved at h...

Message Title: Yes, Yes, and Amen Speaker: Robert Garon Date: October 19, 2025 Main Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30 About this Episode: In today’s message, Pastor Robert Garon teaches about living with renewed purpose, courage, and trust in God through Matthew 25:14-30. Stay connected: 📍 Visit us at https://www.sherwoodfriends.church 🙏 Need prayer? We’re here for you — just click “Get Prayer” on our...

Message Title: The Secret to Contentment Speaker: Lisa Garon Date: October 12, 2025 Main Scripture: Philippians 4:11-13 About this Episode: In today’s message, Pastor Lisa Garon teaches about the secret to contentment, based on Philippians 4:11-13. Stay connected: 📍 Visit us at https://www.sherwoodfriends.church 🙏 Need prayer? We’re here for you — just click “Get Prayer” on our website. 🗓️ Check...

Message Title: Share Your Story Speaker: Robert Garon Date: October 5, 2025 Main Scripture: John 9 & Acts 26 About this Episode: In today’s message, Pastor Robert Garon teaches about sharing our story with others. This sermon is based on the book B.L.E.S.S.: 5 Everyday Ways to Love Your Neighbor and Change the World by Dave Ferguson and Jon Ferguson. Stay connected: 📍 Visit us at https://www....

Message Title: Eat Speaker: Craig McIndoo Date: September 28, 2025 Main Scripture: John 13:12–15 About this Episode: In today’s message, Elder and Sherwood Community Friends Church member Craig McIndoo teaches about serving others and the impact this has for God’s kingdom. This sermon is based on the book B.L.E.S.S.: 5 Everyday Ways to Love Your Neighbor and Change the World by Dave Ferguson and J...

Message Title: Eat Speaker: Robert Garon Date: September 21, 2025 Main Scripture: 1 Peter‬ ‭4‬:‭9‬-‭10‬ ‭NLT‬‬ About this Episode: In today’s message, Pastor Robert Garon teaches about Eating with others and the impact this has for God’s kingdom. This sermon is based on the book B.L.E.S.S.: 5 Everyday Ways to Love Your Neighbor and Change the World by Dave Ferguson and Jon Ferguson. Stay connected...

Message Title: Listen Speaker: Carol Kelley Date: September 14, 2025 Main Scripture: Luke 10:30-37 and Acts 8:25-40 About this Episode: In today’s message, Sherwood Community Friends Church member and elder Carol Kelley teaches on listening to others. This sermon is based on the book B.L.E.S.S.: 5 Everyday Ways to Love Your Neighbor and Change the World by Dave Ferguson and Jon Ferguson. Stay conn...

Message Title: Begin with Prayer Speaker: Lisa Garon Date: September 7, 2025 Main Scripture: Luke 6:12-16 (among others) About this Episode: In today’s message, Pastor Lisa Garon teaches on Beginning with Prayer. This sermon is based on the book B.L.E.S.S.: 5 Everyday Ways to Love Your Neighbor and Change the World by Dave Ferguson and Jon Ferguson. Stay connected: 📍 Visit us at https://www.sherw...

Message Title: Transformative Hospitality Speaker: Nathaniel Vanderploeg Date: August 31, 2025 Main Scripture: Luke 19:1-10 About this Episode: In today’s message, Pastor and Church Planter Nathaniel Vanderploeg teaches on Transformative Hospitality from Luke 19:1-10. Learn more about Nathaniel’s work by joining his newsletter or contributing to building God’s kingdom in Portland, OR. (If contribu...

Message Title: Are You Really Saved? Speaker: Roger Knox Date: August 24, 2025 Main Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-11 About this Episode: In today’s message, retired pastor and current Sherwood Friends member Roger Knox teaches from 2 Peter 1:3-11. Stay connected: 📍 Visit us at https://www.sherwoodfriends.church 🙏 Need prayer? We’re here for you — just click “Get Prayer” on our website. 🗓️ Check out upc...

Message Title: Stewarding AI with our Faith Speaker: Beth Banham Date: August 17, 2025 Main Scripture: John 10:14 About this Episode: In today’s message, guest speaker Beth Banham teaches about AI, what it means for the church, and reminds us that God is good, no matter how the world changes. Stay connected: 📍 Visit us at https://www.sherwoodfriends.church 🙏 Need prayer? We’re here for you — jus...

Message Title: Being With God Speaker: Pastor Lisa Garon Date: August 10, 2025 Main Scripture: Luke 10:38-42 About this Episode: In today’s message, Pastor Lisa Garon teaches on prayer and being with God. This message is adapted from the 4-week Prayer series by Practicing the Way . Stay connected: 📍 Visit us at https://www.sherwoodfriends.church 🙏 Need prayer? We’re here for you — just click “Ge...