I read Wendell Berry's wonderful book, Hannah Coulter, in the past month, and it was a beautifully moving book. I deeply enjoyed so much about it, that I find it difficult to summarize the ways Berry opens the read into human relationships, the significance of grief, generational change, the texture of love, and so much …
Jesus Rebuilds and Repairs
This past weekend at Eastbrook, we celebrated Eastbrook Outdoors and at that service I preached a stand-alone message that carried forward some themes of our recent series on Nehemiah, entitled "Jesus Rebuilds and Repairs." You can find the message outline and video below. Join us for weekend worship in-person or remotely via Eastbrook at Home. …
“Sacred Invitation: A Life of Prayer” – a new series at Eastbrook Church
This coming Sunday at Eastbrook Church we begin a new three-week preaching series entitled "Sacred Invitation: A Life of Prayer." Prayer is fundamental to life with God. Yet, prayer is also sometimes difficult and can feel out of reach. At its core, prayer is our response to God’s invitation to relationship and conversation. This series …
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Eastbrook Outdoors – August 13, 2023
On Sunday, August 13, we will meet at 11 AM for an outdoor worship service on the front lawn and parking lot on the Eastbrook campus. Please note that this weekend we will only have one combined worship service at 11 AM and there will be no 8:00 or 9:30 AM services. Make sure you …
Enter through the Door
This year in my own time with God I'm reading through the gospels in very short sections and reflecting on them. Sometimes those reflections take the form of poetry, such as this rough sonnet from awhile back when reading Luke 13:22-35. This practice has helped me more deeply consider the meaning of Jesus' life and …
Matthew Erickson 