The Table Church DC

Reclaiming Romans: Examining God's Story Beyond Sin Management Join Pastor Anthony from The Table Church as he delves into the complexities of understanding the Book of Romans. In this enlightening sermon, he contrasts traditional interpretations focused on individual sin and salvation mechanisms with a broader context of systemic issues and the power of Jesus. Through exploring the current and hi...

Rediscovering Romans: Embracing Unity and Peace In this episode, we continue our deep dive into the book of Romans, focusing on Chapter 12. The conversation begins with an exploration of Proverbs 31 and its traditional interpretations, revealing the transformative power of viewing scripture through fresh perspectives. We then shift to Romans, unpacking the context in which Paul's letter was writte...

Romans Reclaimed: Uncovering the Gospel of Peace - Week 2 In this episode of our Romans Reclaimed series, we delve deeper into the true purpose of Paul's letter to the Romans, emphasizing peace within the church and dismantling divisions. We explore how the text has been misinterpreted and discuss the context surrounding Romans 1:18-32, highlighting the letter's aim to disarm prejudices. Through h...

Understanding Romans: A Gospel of Peace and Community Join us in a heartfelt prayer and an in-depth discussion on the transformative power of peace. In this episode, we reflect on recent events and their impact on our social consciousness, delving into the role of violence in political change and revolutionary justice. Through the lens of the Book of Romans, we explore its themes of peace, faithfu...

Understanding the Lord's Prayer: A Journey Through Faith, Oppression, and Collective Liberation In this final episode of our series on the Lord's Prayer, elder Daniel from the Table Church in DC delves into the profound significance of this age-old prayer. With co-pastors Tonetta and Anthony absent, Daniel recaps the series, emphasizing the communal and historical context of the prayer. He explore...

Forgiveness and Leadership in Ministry: Embracing Mercy and Compassion In this compelling video, we explore the crucial roles of volunteers and directors in ministry, highlighting the power of forgiveness and leadership. We initiate by recognizing and praying over the new team of directors, including Caroline Norris, Jules Park, Okechi, Serena, and Lisa Hick, who are dedicated to leading various c...

Exploring the Lord's Prayer: Community and Daily Needs Join Matt Collins as he delves into the Lord's Prayer with a focus on community and daily needs. In this unique sermon, Matt discusses the significance of communal prayer, using Matthew 6 as a reference point. He examines each word of verse 11, 'Give us this day our daily bread,' emphasizing the importance of collective care and responsibility...

Understanding Prayer: Embracing Mystery and Authenticity In this episode, we explore the essence of prayer and its role in spiritual formation. Through personal anecdotes and reflections on Eugene Peterson's teachings, we delve into the importance of authentic prayer over imitative practices. The sermon highlights the transformative power of the Lord's Prayer, focusing on themes of trust, reverenc...

Understanding Prayer: A Deep Dive into the Lord's Prayer In this episode, Pastor Anthony introduces a new series on the Lord's Prayer, discussing the complexities and importance of prayer in a Christian's life. He makes a relatable comparison between the anxiety around flossing and praying, and highlights the significance of honest, intimate communication with God. Anthony stresses the difficulty...

In this heartfelt sermon, Daniel and Shea, elders at the table, reflect on the intersection of faith and queerness during Pride weekend. Daniel shares personal experiences of growing up in a missionary-focused church and coming to terms with their non-binary identity. They delve into the creation story in Genesis, highlighting the expansiveness and reciprocal nature of God's creation. Shea builds...

Pastor Tonetta delivers the fourth sermon in the series Rethinking the Promised Land: Deuteronomy and the Mission of God.   Deut. 17:14-20; 18:9-21

Exploring Faith and Identity: Embracing Diversity in God's Kingdom Join us in this thought-provoking sermon delivered on Pride Sunday, delving into the intersections of faith, identity, and gender diversity. Reflecting on personal experiences andbiblical passages, the speaker explores the concept of 'eunuchs' and their symbolic significance in the Christian faith. Using scriptures from Matthew 19...

Toochi continues the series, Rethinking the Promised Land: Deuteronomy and the Mission of God. She discusses how mission calls us to fulfill the greatest commandment.

Pastor Anthony begins a new five-part series titled, Rethinking the Promised Land: Deuteronomy and the Mission of God.

Exploring the Holy Spirit and Gendered Language for God | Pentecost Sermon by Heidi In this heartfelt sermon, Heidi, co-director of the community at the table, shares her experience of connecting with God through worship songs, particularly focusing on the role and significance of the Holy Spirit. She delves into the story of Pentecost, highlighting the power and tangible presence of the Holy Spir...

Unveiling God's Multiplicity Through a Mother's Struggle - A Different Mother's Day Sermon In this unique Mother's Day sermon, Tonetta departs from their usual polished style due to recovering from illness, to deeply explore the multifaceted concept of God across gender. Reflecting on the story of a relentless Canaanite mother from the Bible, the sermon delves into themes of struggle, sass, and so...

Join Anthony as he steps in to conclude the Deuteronomy and mission series, discussing the paradoxes within the book and their relevance to modern-day evangelism. Anthony emphasizes non-coercive mission as an expression of authentic Christianity, addressing how the church can navigate historical and personal challenges associated with evangelism. He encourages participatory discussion on reimagini...

Death can make us all uncomfortable. Grief can make us sad, angry, and frustrated. Those closest to Jesus abandoned and denied him at the time of His death. Even though He was dying for them. Jesus welcomed the grieving and spent time with them. Pastor Anthony explains how pushing past our own discomfort helps us grow closer to others and might just lead us to encounter Jesus.

Aligning with the our value of Revolutionary Justice, Daniel preaches about how we're called to turn away from anti-Semitism.

Pastor Anthony helps to explain the history of Christian Zionism and the connection and impact it still has today. This complex topic deserves our attention and care as we work to live out a more beautiful gospel.

Genesis 11: 1-9   Through the story of the Tower of Babel, Heidi helps to reveal human tendencies and the warnings we can take as we discuss the ideologies we’re stealing away from as a church. The Tower of Babel becomes a metaphor for the structures of supremacy that we build in a modern world. Heidi quotes Sam Killermann in giving examples of Christian privilege. Even if we don’t think about the...

As we enter the Lent season, Pastor Tonetta begins a new series, Forgive Us: Repentance and Repair.  The first sermon gives us practical instructions for making amends with those we have harmed, understanding that to grow in maturity in Christ we also need to grow in maturity in repentance. This topic can be hard because many have been taught that the underlying cause for repentance is sin. Learni...

Tonetta continues the discussion around the qualities of a liberating church and guides us through the idea of sankofa - an Adinkra symbol in traditional Akan art which represents that “it is not taboo to go back and fetch what is at risk of being left behind.”   Discern together with Tonetta and members of the black affinity group, Lisa, Anselm, and Antonio, as they discuss intersections between...