• 5.19.2025 - (Re)create
    May 19 2025

    In this week’s episode of Your Week with St. Luke’s, Pastor Jad explores what it means to "Be Alive" as a resurrection people by reflecting on Proverbs 8 and the personified voice of Woman Wisdom. We delve into the poetic, joyful, and creative nature of God’s creation, where wisdom is not just instruction but invitation—calling us to delight, play, and recreate. Discover how resurrection life is not only about belief but about living creatively and joyfully every day.

    Find questions for discussion and personal reflection at st.lukes.org/podcast.

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    18 mins
  • 5.12.2025 - (Re)new
    May 12 2025

    In this episode of Your Week with St. Luke’s, Pastor Jad Denmark explores what it means to be truly renewed in the season of Eastertide. Rooted in Ephesians 4, this episode invites listeners to shed old patterns and embrace a new life shaped by compassion, kindness, and the Spirit of Christ. Discover how resurrection becomes more than a moment—it becomes your everyday way of being.

    Find questions for reflection and discussion at st.lukes.org/podcast.

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    15 mins
  • 5.5.2025 - (Re)fresh
    May 5 2025

    In this episode of Your Week with St. Luke’s, Pastor Jad Denmark explores what it means to live as a resurrection people by focusing on John 4:13–15, the story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well. Emphasizing the contrast between static traditions and the dynamic, life-giving “living water” Jesus offers, the message highlights Jesus’ radical breaking of social and religious barriers by engaging a Samaritan woman—a marginalized figure in her time. The woman’s gradual openness to Jesus, despite her initial misunderstanding, reflects a journey from exclusion toward transformation. Pastor Jad invites listeners to reflect on how Jesus calls us to be refreshed not only physically, but spiritually and socially, challenging old assumptions with a gospel that reaches everyone. Ultimately, the episode underscores how resurrection life means living with openness to new realities shaped by grace, compassion, and inclusion.

    Find questions for discussion and reflection at st.lukes.org/podcast.

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    23 mins
  • 4.28.2025 - (Re)vive
    Apr 28 2025

    In this episode of Your Week with St. Luke’s, Pastor Jad continues the Eastertide series, Resurrection to Be Alive, exploring what it means to live as a resurrection people every day. Focusing on 2 Corinthians 5:13–19, he unpacks Paul's message about being a new creation in Christ, shaped not by human standards but by divine love and transformation. Pastor Jad also offers background on the letter's history and how it reflects Paul's deeply personal call to ministry amid conflict. Listeners are invited to reflect on how Christ’s resurrection revives and reshapes our lives and relationships today. Click here for reflection and discussion questions!

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    18 mins
  • 4.21.2025 - (Re)joice
    Apr 21 2025

    In this episode of Your Week with St. Luke’s, Pastor Jad reflects on what it means to "Be Alive" during Eastertide, drawing from Philippians 4:4–9. He highlights Paul’s deep love for the Philippian church and the important role of women in its leadership. The message centers on rejoicing and seeking peace—not as passive emotions, but as active choices rooted in God’s nearness. Pastor Jad encourages listeners to notice goodness both within and beyond the church, reminding us that God’s truth can be found in many places. Ultimately, it’s a call to live with intention, gentleness, and trust in the steady presence of God’s peace.

    Find questions for discussion and reflection at st.lukes.org/podcast.

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    17 mins
  • 4.14.2024 - The Holy Week Episode
    Apr 14 2025

    In this episode of Your Week with St. Luke’s, we reflect on the deep vulnerability of Jesus in the garden and the quiet strength that carries him through betrayal, denial, and suffering. From angelic presence in Gethsemane to the harrowing journey through Good Friday, Pastors Jenn, Jad, and Melissa explore the paradox of power through surrender, the challenge of love in the face of violence, and the haunting silence of Holy Saturday. With a little help from Harry Potter, memories from classes, and a deep dive into John’s Gospel, we wrestle with truth, resilience, and the cost of real leadership.

    Click here to view a full schedule of Holy Week services.

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    42 mins
  • 4.7.2025 - Hold Paradox in the Wilderness
    Apr 7 2025

    In this episode of Your Week with St. Luke’s, Pastors Jenn and Jad reflect on Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem and his final teachings in John’s Gospel. Together, they explore how faith invites us to hold sorrow and joy, suffering and peace, death and new life—all at once.

    Download a free copy of our Lenten Guide at st.lukes.org/lent

    Join us for Holy Week! View worship schedules at st.lukes.org/lent.

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    27 mins
  • 3.31.2025 - Be Rooted in the Wilderness
    Mar 31 2025

    In this episode of Your Week with St. Luke’s, Pastors Jenn, Jad, and Melissa discuss John 15:1-17, where Jesus calls us to remain in Him, like branches connected to the vine. True discipleship isn’t just about doing—it’s about abiding, growing, and bearing fruit. Listen now and stay rooted in faith!

    Download a free copy of our Lenten Guide at st.lukes.org/lent

    Lent is better together! Join a small group and journey together during the season. Find a full list at st.lukes.org/adults.

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    21 mins