Urban Village Church

UVC, Emily McGinley, Executive Pastor, “Becoming Fluent in New”, (Acts 2:1-21)

In Acts 2, those gathered were celebrating a festival marking the first fruits of the harvest, and more importantly, when God gifted God’s people with the Torah law. This law binded God’s people together centered around loving God, living abundantly, and caring for the least of these. This morning, Pastor Emily asks ask how the Spirit invites us to open our heads & hearts to remove barriers, become fluent in other’s realities, and seek wholeness. Looking inward, we’ll deepen our knowledge of self through understanding our connection to others.

 

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UVC, D’Angelo Smith, Site Pastor, Looking Inward, Finding Peace, (Philippians 4:4-13)

This morning we continue our series “The Inward Journey” with Paul’s letter to Philippi. Today’s scripture connects peace & rejoicing with a conviction that God’s peace does not rest on external circumstances. Pastor D’Angelo reflects that while the presence of God does not always deliver us from all anxiety, God’s presence does offer peace amid our circumstances. How is God present with you this day? Please join us- and bring a piece of paper!

 

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UVC 101: Does Prayer Work?

We conclude our three part series "UVC 101: Honest Answers To Frequently Asked Questions."

In this episode, we discuss prayer. How do I start praying? Are meditation and prayer the same? What if my prayers aren’t answered?

Our panel includes Teaching Pastor Hannah Kardon, Site Pastor D’Angelo Smith, and UVC member J Dayvid Green.

Join us every Sunday for online worship on Facebook and YouTube (/uvchurch) at 10:30 am (CST).

UVC 101: Do I Still Count As A Christian?

Welcome to part 2 of our three part series "UVC 101: Honest Answers To Frequently Asked Questions."

This episode tackles tough questions about what it means to be a Christian: What does “being saved” mean? If I'm not sure I believe in God, do I still count as a Christian? Do I still want to be a Christian?

Our panel includes Teaching Pastor Hannah Kardon, Church Planting Resident Juan Pablo, and UVC member John Sianghio.

Join us every Sunday for online worship on Facebook and YouTube (/uvchurch) at 10:30 am (CST).

UVC 101: What is the Bible, Really?

Welcome to our three part series "UVC 101: Honest Answers To Frequently Asked Questions."

In this episode, we're talking about the Bible. Where do the different parts of the Bible come from? What does it mean to take the Bible literally (and do we have to)? What do I do with contradictions in the Bible?

Our panel includes Teaching Pastor Hannah Kardon, Student Pastor Lijia Xie, and UVC member Gloria Feliciano Feltman.

Join us every Sunday for online worship on Facebook & YouTube (/uvchurch) at 10:30 am (CST).

UVC, Christian Coon (Pastor of Emerging Ministries), John 21:1-19, "Class Reunion"

As we think about what it will look like to come back together, we have many questions and anxieties. It will help for us to go back to doing what we know how to do. Jesus shows us how: To love.

UVC, Lijia Xie (Student Pastor), The Resurrection *and* the Body, (John 20:24-29)

A year ago we started quarantining and began a sermon series called “Now What?” to help us navigate an uncertain future. Today we’re facing similar questions. 

This morning, we’ll turn once again to the Scriptures, when after Jesus’ resurrection, the Church found itself asking, “now what?” Student Pastor Lijia explores the early Church’s attempts to be faithful while recognizing the scars, wounds, and trauma’s of Christ’s death. Recognizing Jesus’ wounds is part of what makes the resurrection so radical, and triumphant.

 

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UVC, Easter Sunday (Group Sermon) Matthew 28:1-10

Christ is Risen! Jesus’ resurrection is a story that is constantly being written over and over again. This morning, Pastors Hannah, D’Angelo, and Juan Pablo share their own stories of God’s  ability to resurrect and call us in to something new. Join us in worship! Happy Easter :)

 

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D’Angelo Smith (Site Pastor – Hyde Park-Woodlawn & Wicker Park)

Hannah Kardon (Teaching Pastor)

Juan Pablo Herrera (Church Planting Resident)

UVC, Christian Coon (Pastor of Emerging Ministries), "Easter in the In-Between Time," John 20:1-19

Our world is in an "in-between time" as we wait for the opportunity to fully be back and engaged with our friends and family. Can Easter speak to us in this limbo? Yes! Mary experienced the risen Christ in that uncertain time, too.

UVC, Sam Coker (Student Pastor), “Expectant Hope” Mark 11:1-11

It’s Palm Sunday! In many ways this is a culmination of Christ’s ministry. Jesus is publicly recognized as the Messiah and the massive crowds, even the Empire, are expecting this triumphant leader. But God does something different. We reflect on this expectant hope, what today represents, and also, what comes next. We’re heading to an empty tomb, but first: Hosannah!!