The Free Way
God is always making a way – even through the wilderness places of our lives. In Isaiah 43:16-19, God promises, “I am about to do a new thing … I will make a way in the wilderness.” And Paul reminds us in Philippians 3:12-14 to forget what lies behind and press forward toward the life God calls us to in Christ.
Along the journey, there are both stumbling blocks and stepping stones. Like the Pilgrims in The Way who lay down their stones as a sign of release, we too are invited to let go of the burdens we carry – grief, anger, fear – and trust that God is leading us toward freedom and new life.
Come, walk The Free Way, trusting that God, our rock and redeemer, walks with us every step of the journey.
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Sunday worship begins at 10:15AM.
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March 22, 2025
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Upcoming Sundays
March 29, 2026
The Other Way
Palm Sunday
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Luke 19:28b-40 (CEB)
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April 05, 2026
Make Your Way
Easter Sunday
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Psalm 107 (NRSVUE)
Matthew 28:1-10 (CEB)
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The Way Home
No matter what we call home in this world, our hearts long for a deeper home—one where we are fully known, forgiven, and welcomed.
In Jesus’ parable of the wandering son in Luke’s gospel, a child who has lost everything finds the courage to return home. Instead of rejection, he is met with compassion, embrace, and celebration.
Psalm 25 reminds us that God’s ways are always love and faithfulness. The Loving Parent does not remember us by our worst mistakes but by the goodness placed within us.
Lent invites us to walk the road home—letting go of pride, shame, and grudges along the way. Wherever we are on the journey, God is already running toward us with open arms.
Come worship as we rediscover the grace of belonging and the joy of coming home.
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Sunday worship begins at 10:15AM.
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March 15, 2025
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Upcoming Sundays
March 22, 2026
The Free Way
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Isaiah 43:16-19 (NIV)
Philippians 3:12-14 (CEB)
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March 29, 2026
The Other Way
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Psalm 37:1-9 (CEB)
Luke 19:28b-40 (CEB)
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The Way Around
On this third Sunday of Lent, we continue our journey on the Way with Jesus.
In a world full of expectations about who we should be, Jesus shows us another path. Threatened and misunderstood, he does not abandon his mission. Instead, he stays rooted in compassion and courage.
Psalm 32 reminds us that when we stop hiding and release our stubbornness, God shows us the way we should walk. Even when others try to redirect us, God surrounds us with unfailing love.
Come. God is our hiding place and our guide.
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Sunday worship begins at 10:15AM.
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Bulletin Link
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March 8, 2025
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Upcoming Sundays
March 15, 2026
The Way Home
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Psalm 25: 4-10 (CEB)
Luke 15:11b-32 (The Message)
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March 22, 2026
The Free Way
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Isaiah 43:16-19 (NIV)
Philippians 3:12-14 (CEB)
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The Way with Jesus: The High Way
Second Sunday in Lent
This week on our Lenten journey, we follow The High Way—God’s way of abundance. While the world teaches that everything costs, Isaiah proclaims: “Come, buy and eat… without money and without price.” God’s grace is not earned; it is given.
Psalm 37 reminds us that God holds our hand along the way. At the Communion table, we remember the feast scene in The Way, where the host greets each pilgrim, “We were expecting you.”
Today, we hear those words for ourselves.
Welcome. We were expecting you.
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Sunday worship begins at 10:15AM.
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Bulletin Link
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March 1, 2025
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Upcoming Sundays
March 08, 2026
The Way Around
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Psalm 32: 1-11 (CEB)
Luke 13:31-34 (CEB)
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March 15, 2026
The Way Home
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Psalm 25: 4-10 (CEB)
Luke 15:11b-32 (The Message)
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The Wandering Way
First Sunday in Lent
Lent begins with a journey. After his baptism, Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness—a place of testing, decision, and deep discovery. Like travelers on pilgrimage, we too walk paths marked by uncertainty, temptation, and the longing to find our true direction.
Inspired by the promise of Isaiah—“I will make a way in the wilderness”—and reflecting on the human journey portrayed in The Way, we enter this holy season trusting that even when we feel lost, God is guiding our steps. Together we begin The Wandering Way, a Lenten pilgrimage of reflection, courage, and renewal, discovering that in our wandering, God continues to shape us into lives rooted like trees planted by living water. Join us.
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Sunday worship begins at 10:15AM.
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Bulletin Link
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February 22, 2025
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Upcoming Sundays
March 01, 2026
The High Way
Psalm 37: 23-27
Isaiah 55: 1-9
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March 08, 2026
The Way Around
Psalm 32: 1-11 (CEB)
Luke 13:31-34 (CEB)
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Defined by Generosity:
Where Your Treasure Is
Today we continue our second week of our Stewardship Campaign, reflecting on Jesus’ words: “Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” Today’s scriptures invite us to be rich in good deeds, generous, and willing to share. As you pray and reflect on your pledge for the coming year, consider whether you might grow your giving—even by 1%—to make a lasting impact through your generosity. Whether you are able to increase your pledge or keep it the same, every commitment, at every level, is a blessing that strengthens our shared ministry in Oakland. Join us.
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Sunday worship begins at 10:15AM.
Join us in person in our sanctuary or watch online via Zoom, Facebook or YouTube Live.
Bulletin Link
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February 15, 2025
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You may give your Tithes & Offerings by mail, or click here to give online.
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Upcoming Sundays
February 22, 2026
The Wandering Way
Psalm 1 (CEB)
Luke 4:1-13 (CEB)
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March 01, 2026
The High Way
Psalm 37: 23-27
Isaiah 55: 1-9
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