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Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Village Church podcast, Intern Pastor Daniel wraps up our series on The Secret to Contentment . After rejoicing and releasing, what comes next? He explores how we’re called to embrace our freedom, recognize our limits, and rest in the truth that we are not God.  Support the show Pastors Eric, Mark, Susan, Daniel, and other Village leaders open the Scriptures...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Village Church podcast of sermons, Pastor Susan reflects on the secret to contentment—letting go of the burdens we cling to so tightly. With plenty of classic Sue stories and more than a few tears, she directs our gaze toward the cross, urging us to cast our cares upon Jesus. Contentment, she reminds us, isn’t something we stumble into; it’s something we lea...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Village Church sermon podcast, Pastor Rod steps out of retirement to share what he’s discovered about the secret to contentment—laying down our burdens. With his signature storytelling, a few tears, and plenty of wisdom hard-won through experience, he leads us to the foot of the cross. He reminds us that true contentment isn’t stumbled upon in comfort but le...

Send us Fan Mail  In this episode of The Village Church podcast, Pastor Eric launches a new series: The Secret to Contentment—Rejoice . He unpacks what biblical contentment truly is, exposing how easily we confuse joy with happiness. More than that, he points us toward rejoicing—not as a fleeting emotion, but as the very heartbeat of a life rooted in Christ.  Support the show Pastors Eric, Mark, S...

Send us Fan Mail 🍁 T he Village Church Thankfulness Service: A Celebration of God’s Provision! 🍁 Once a year, The Village gathers for a service that’s equal parts storytelling, celebration, and a big family reunion—minus the awkward political debates at the dinner table. This is our Thankfulness Service, where we look back, remember, and proclaim what God has done in our lives and our community...

Send us Fan Mail  In this episode of the Village Church's sermon podcast, Pastoral Intern Daniel McConnell brings the Micah 6:8 series to a close. He takes up the final phrase—"walk humbly with your God"—and lingers over each word, unpacking their depth in Hebrew. What does it mean to walk ? What does it mean to walk with God? And what does true humility look like in that journey? T...

Send us Fan Mail  In this episode of The Village Church sermon podcast, Pastor Mark continues the series on Micah 6:8, focusing on what it means to love mercy. He highlights how the word for love carries a sense of deep affection, even passion—something more than duty or obligation. We’re called not just to show mercy but to pursue it, much like we would chase after someone we deeply care for.  Su...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Village Church Sermons , Pastor Mark Crawford continues the journey through the powerful truth of Micah 6:8. With clarity and conviction, he explores the concept of justice—first through the lens of the world's perspective, which often feels fragmented and reactive. Mark doesn't leave it there. He carefully pivots, showing us how Jesus offers somet...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Village Church podcast, part of our sermon series on Micah 6:8, Pastor Eric Cepin explores the first part of the verse: "He has shown you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you?" With his thoughtful and approachable style, Eric brings clarity and depth, unpacking the heart of what God calls us to embrace.  Support the show Past...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Village Church podcast, Intern Pastor Daniel McConnell launches our new series on Micah 6:8 with a compelling introduction that draws listeners into the heart of the book. Pastor Daniel provides a rich overview of Micah, setting the prophet's message firmly within its historical and cultural context. He takes time to unpack the themes that run throughou...

Send us Fan Mail  In this episode of the Village Church podcast, Pastor Mark wraps up the year with a message on the Village’s 20-prayer discipline. Together with the other elders, he encourages the community to embrace this practice by writing down 20 prayers for the coming year. The breakdown is simple: 5 prayers for themselves, 5 for their family, 5 for the Village Church, and 5 for friends who...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Village Church podcast, Pastor Susan steps into the rhythm of Advent’s unfolding story, bringing us to the third week. Here, she invites us into Matthew's telling of Joseph’s journey, one so profoundly tied to Jesus. Joseph, a man faced with fear and uncertainty, stands at the crossroads of human frailty and divine calling. Pastor Susan reflects on Jose...

Send us Fan Mail  In this episode of the Village Advent sermon series, Pastor Mark explores the profound influence of anger on decision-making. He delves into how anger shaped Herod's choices, offering insights into the destructive power it can hold when left unchecked.  Support the show Pastors Eric, Mark, Susan, Daniel, and other Village leaders open the Scriptures as the witness to God’s k...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Village Church podcast, Pastor Eric launches Advent 2024 with a thoughtful explanation of Fallow Month, a cherished Village Church tradition. He unpacks its significance and connection to the Advent season. Wrapping up the introduction, Pastor Eric extends an invitation to join a three-day digital fast. From there, he transitions into a heartfelt discussion...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Village Church podcast, Pastor Mark brings us to the closing words of Paul’s letter to the Philippians. Here, Paul extends an invitation—an invitation to let our service to one another become a living testimony to the joy of following Jesus. This is no mere duty but a shared participation in the story of Christ, a story that shapes us and, in turn, becomes p...

Send us Fan Mail  On the Village Church podcast, Pastor Eric steps in for Intern Pastor Daniel, who fell gravely ill just an hour before the service. With grace and insight, Pastor Eric unpacks the depths of Philippians 4:10-13. He draws out the heart of the passage, showing how Paul learned —yes, learned—to be content no matter the circumstances life threw his way. Trinitarian Prayer Journaling S...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Village Church's sermon series on Philippians, Pastor Mark unpacks Philippians 4:1-9, building on Pastor Eric's message that our past, when interpreted through the lens of our future hope, shapes our present reality. Mark dives deeper into this idea, explaining that this transformation happens as we "chew on"—meditate on and embrace—whate...

Send us Fan Mail  On The Village Church Sermons podcast in Tucson, AZ, Pastor Eric delivers a message that’s anything but ordinary. He takes listeners on a spirited journey through Philippians 3:11-21, unpacking a profound idea: to understand what to do in the here and now, we’ve got to interpret our past through the lens of our future with Christ. It’s about living in expectation, eagerly awaitin...

Send us Fan Mail  In this episode of the Village Church’s series on Philippians, Pastor Mark turns his gaze toward the opening verses of chapter three. He explores the call to rejoice, urging it not simply as an emotion but as a defense—a safeguard, standing firm against those who would reduce grace to mere rule-following. These verses are more than an appeal; they’re a resistance against any who...

Send us Fan Mail  In this episode of the Village Church's sermon series, Pastor Eric takes us further into Philippians, honing in on the heart of Paul’s message. He draws out the affections of Jesus and His servanthood, emphasizing how these shape our understanding. Then, he explores Philippians 2:19-30, unpacking how the hope, solidarity, and service of Paul, Timothy, and Epaphroditus stand...

Send us Fan Mail  In this episode of The Village Church sermons, Pastor Eric unpacks Philippians 2:12-18. He introduces a straightforward memory tool to anchor the message—Obey, Work Out, Rejoice. As he encourages listeners to reflect on what it truly means to obey and work out their faith, he emphasizes the importance of not grumbling or complaining. It’s in this practice, Pastor Eric explains, t...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Village Church’s sermon series on Philippians, Pastor Mark explores chapter 2:1-11. He encourages the Village community to see this passage not as a checklist of tasks to complete, but as a reminder of the grace they have already received from Jesus. As they reflect on the ways they’ve encountered Christ’s love and humility, they are invited to respond in ki...

Send us Fan Mail  In this sermon from the Village Church’s Philippians series, Pastor Eric turns our attention to Philippians 1:12-30. He invites both the Village community and anyone tuning in to reflect on Jesus' unique "operating procedure" for living out the Gospel. Pastor Eric breaks it down into three parts: creating space for the Gospel, proclaiming the Gospel, and embodying...

Send us Fan Mail  In this episode of the Village Sermon Podcast, Pastor Susan Cepin launches the Village Church’s series on Philippians. She opens with an exploration of the letter’s background, touching on Paul, the city of Philippi, the nature of 1st-century letters, and the central theme of Philippians 1:6. Susan invites the congregation to reflect on Paul’s deep gratitude for the Philippians,...

Send us Fan Mail  In this episode of The Village Church's sermon series on the Shema, pastoral intern Daniel McConnell takes up the final section, centering on Deuteronomy 6:6-9. With thoughtful insight, he explores practical ways for us to immerse ourselves in God’s word. McConnell reminds us that while this journey demands our effort, Scripture—particularly in the words of the prophet Jerem...