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A Spacious Christianity

A Spacious Christianity

By: First Presbyterian Church of Bend
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Join us each Sunday, 10AM at bendfp.org, or 11AM KTVZ-CW Channel 612/12 in Bend, Oregon. Subscribe/Follow, and click the bell for alerts. At First Presbyterian, you will meet people at many different places theologically and spiritually. And we love it that way. We want to be a place where our diversity brings us together and where conversation takes us all deeper in our understanding of God. We call this kind of faith “Spacious Christianity.” We don’t ask anyone to sign creeds or statements of belief. The life of faith is about a way of being in the world and a faith that shows itself in love.Featuring: Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Rev. Kally Elliott, Tyler McQuilkin, Becca Ellis, Brave of Heart, and Guests. Thank you for your support of the mission of the First Presbyterian Church of Bend. Visit https://bendfp.org/giving/ for more information.© 2025 A Spacious Christianity Christianity Spirituality
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  • The Garden of Forgotten Names, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski.
    Jul 13 2025

    The Garden of Forgotten Names, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: Belonging. Beloved. Delightful. A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Genesis 2-3.

    Feeling lost or hiding from something? This Sunday, we’re exploring a powerful message about God’s unconditional love and finding your true self. Join us online or in-person at First Presbyterian – where questions are welcome and everyone belongs.

    Join us each Sunday, 10AM at bendfp.org, or 11AM KTVZ-CW Channel 612/12 in Bend. Subscribe/Follow, and click the bell for alerts.

    At First Presbyterian, you will meet people at many different places theologically and spiritually. And we love it that way. We want to be a place where our diversity brings us together and where conversation takes us all deeper in our understanding of God.

    We call this kind of faith “Spacious Christianity.” We don’t ask anyone to sign creeds or statements of belief. The life of faith is about a way of being in the world and a faith that shows itself in love.

    Thank you for your support of the mission of the First Presbyterian Church of Bend. Visit https://bendfp.org/giving/ for more information.

    Keywords:

    spacious Christianity, Genesis, Adam and Eve, garden of Eden, God’s love, hiding, shame, forgiveness, belonging, unconditional acceptance, spiritual journey, faith exploration, biblical interpretation, compassion, redemption, presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregon

    Featuring:

    Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Rev. Sharon Edwards, Becca Ellis, Brave of Heart, Guests

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    30 mins
  • We are Made for the Beloved, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski.
    Jul 6 2025

    We are Made for the Beloved, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: You Belong. You Are Beloved. A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon.

    Feeling weary or critical of yourself? We’ve got a message that might change everything. Join us this Sunday online or in-person to discover how you’re not just good, but wonderfully, deeply loved. Come as you are. No judgment, just grace.

    Join us each Sunday, 10AM at bendfp.org, or 11AM KTVZ-CW Channel 612/12 in Bend. Subscribe/Follow, and click the bell for alerts.

    At First Presbyterian, you will meet people at many different places theologically and spiritually. And we love it that way. We want to be a place where our diversity brings us together and where conversation takes us all deeper in our understanding of God.

    We call this kind of faith “Spacious Christianity.” We don’t ask anyone to sign creeds or statements of belief. The life of faith is about a way of being in the world and a faith that shows itself in love.

    Thank you for your support of the mission of the First Presbyterian Church of Bend. Visit https://bendfp.org/giving/ for more information.

    Keywords:

    original blessing, self-worth, goodness, spiritual rest, divine love, theology, self-acceptance, grace, identity, compassion, unconditional love, humanity, spiritual journey, inclusivity, healing, presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregon

    Featuring:

    Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Rev. Sharon Edwards, Becca Ellis, Brave of Heart, Guests

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    30 mins
  • Feeding the Hungry, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski.
    Jun 29 2025

    Feeding the Hungry, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. Series: Holy Troublemakers A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Matthew 25.35; Matthew 6.11; Deuteronomy 15.7; Leviticus 23.22; Micah 6.8; Matthew 22.37-39; Matthew 25.35.

    Searching for meaning beyond yourself? This Sunday, we’re diving deep into what it means to truly care for others. First Presbyterian invites you to explore a message of hope, compassion, and radical love that challenges how we see our world and each other.

    Join us each Sunday, 10AM at bendfp.org, or 11AM KTVZ-CW Channel 612/12 in Bend. Subscribe/Follow, and click the bell for alerts.

    At First Presbyterian, you will meet people at many different places theologically and spiritually. And we love it that way. We want to be a place where our diversity brings us together and where conversation takes us all deeper in our understanding of God.

    We call this kind of faith “Spacious Christianity.” We don’t ask anyone to sign creeds or statements of belief. The life of faith is about a way of being in the world and a faith that shows itself in love.

    Thank you for your support of the mission of the First Presbyterian Church of Bend. Visit https://bendfp.org/giving/ for more information.

    Keywords:

    Worship service, First Presbyterian, spacious Christianity, doubts and questions, diversity, radical love, peace, violence, prayer, Lord’s Prayer, daily bread, food insecurity, vulnerable, compassion, community support., presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregon

    Featuring:

    Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Rev. Sharon Edwards, Becca Ellis, Brave of Heart, Guests

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    30 mins

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