Ekklesia

Overview

Apr 12, 2026 with Rich Barrett

While the Greek word “ekklesia” is mistranslated as “church” in many Bibles, the word means “group” or “gathering.” Christianity has always been a movement, with local groups of people living out the same approach and posture of Jesus.

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What's In A Name

Apr 12, 2026 with Rich Barrett

This message opens the series by exploring the origin and purpose of the church, inviting people to look past assumptions, hurt, and tradition to rediscover what it was meant to be. It is a hopeful call to see faith as something living, shared, and deeply connected to how followers of Jesus represent Him in the world.

Opening Day

Apr 19, 2026 with Rich Barrett

This message explores what Jesus meant when He spoke about building His people and how that vision began to unfold in the earliest days of the movement. It is a powerful look at the purpose, reach, and calling of the church without losing sight of why it still matters today.

Our Turn

Apr 26, 2026 with Rich Barrett

Church can feel unfamiliar at first, but it has always been meant to be a place where people can discover belonging, hope, and the love of God. In this message, we explore why the local church matters for our generation and how ordinary faithfulness can create lasting impact.

Big and Bold

May 03, 2026 with Rich Barrett

In Part 4 of Ekklesia, we look at how the earliest followers of Jesus responded when their faith moved from private belief to public witness. This message invites us to consider how our lives, relationships, and conversations can reflect the hope we have found in Jesus.

The Wonder of It All

May 10, 2026 with Rich Barrett

In part five of Ekklesia, we look back at the early church and the boldness that carried the movement of Jesus forward through opposition, sacrifice, and life-changing encounters. This message invites us to rediscover the wonder of gathering, Scripture, and the good news we have so easily taken for granted.

The Enemy Within

May 17, 2026 with Rich Barrett

In week six of Ekklesia, we look at how easily the church can get distracted from the mission Jesus gave us. This message invites us to examine how we handle conflict, disagreement, and forgiveness in a way that points people back to Jesus.