South Bend City Church

8.10 [TEACHING] Spirituality for the Real World (wk 5) - Hearing the Word in Nature

Jason Miller - Is your spiritual life too spiritual? If the incarnation of Jesus means anything, it’s that we don’t become holier by being less human. And the abundant life that Jesus came to share with us is one that involves our whole selves as we heal, grow and learn how to flourish. This series will explore some specific examples of a real world spirituality, shared from the experiences of our teachers who are working these things out in real time in their own lives. This week, we consider the power of nature to help us connect. 
What's Happening
RSVP to our upcoming New to SBCC Table on Sunday, September 7 at 12:15p.
Keep an eye out for more information on our Fall Workshops, happening on Thursday evenings from 7-8:30 later this fall.
Support the ongoing work of SBCC by giving to the general fund. South Bend City Church is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization. All donations are tax-deductible. Make sure to select the correct fund when giving.

8.3 [TEACHING] Spirituality for the Real World (wk 4) - Finding God, and Ourselves, in a Container Garden

Dr. Angela Logan - Is your spiritual life too spiritual? If the incarnation of Jesus means anything, it’s that we don’t become holier by being less human. And the abundant life that Jesus came to share with us is one that involves our whole selves as we heal, grow and learn how to flourish. This series will explore some specific examples of a real world spirituality, shared from the experiences of our teachers who are working these things out in real time in their own lives. Through the use of the Parable of the Sower, along with quotes from Pope Leo XIV, Thomas Merton, and Octavia Butler, Dr. Angela shares how she, and we, can reconnect with our spirituality, and God, through a container garden.
What's Happening
Join us on Discord! Make sure that your display name is your first+last name and add an “avatar” (profile picture). If you can’t see the collective and forum channels, you have not been verified. If you need help, email mariah@southbendcitychurch.com.
Check out our volunteer opportunities, ranging from hospitality to communion to Kid’s Ministry to safety and everything in between.
Support the ongoing work of SBCC by giving to the general fund. South Bend City Church is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization. All donations are tax-deductible. Make sure to select the correct fund when giving.

7.27 [TEACHING] Spirituality for the Real World (wk 3) - Protecting Our Attention

Jason Miller - Is your spiritual life too spiritual? If the incarnation of Jesus means anything, it’s that we don’t become holier by being less human. And the abundant life that Jesus came to share with us is one that involves our whole selves as we heal, grow and learn how to flourish. This series will explore some specific examples of a real world spirituality, shared from the experiences of our teachers who are working these things out in real time in their own lives. This week, we consider the power of reclaiming out attention in the digital age. 
This teaching included some reflection questions:
How would you describe your current relationship with your smartphone or other digital devices?
Are you happy with the amount of time you spend on your phone or other digital devices?
Do you think others ever feel that they’re competing with your devices for your presence and attention?
What’s one structural change you could make this week to make it easier to disconnect from the digital crowds and reconnect with God, others, and yourself? 
Benediction:So, beloved friends—May the Lord bless you and keep you, and may the Divine’s face shine warmly upon you.
In the same way that you have been a refuge for me—a place of safety and truth.May you know that same safety in one another’s arms, and may you offer it freely to all who enter through these doors.
In the same way that you gave me the freedom to be wholly myself—questioning, becoming, belonging. May you continue to be a place where freedom is not feared but nurtured, and where becoming never ends.
In the same way that you showed me the goodness and faithfulness of Love—embodied, mysterious, divine.May you carry that good and faithful Love into the world.
And may you know this:I have seen the face of God in each of you.I have seen more of God in myself because of you.I leave more healed and whole because of you.
May grace and peace be with you,Amen.
What’s Happening
Join us on Discord! Make sure that your display name is your first+last name and add an “avatar” (profile picture). If you can’t see the collective and forum channels, you have not been verified. If you need help, email mariah@southbendcitychurch.com.
Check out our volunteer opportunities, ranging from hospitality to communion to Kid’s Ministry to safety and everything in between.
Support the ongoing work of SBCC by giving to the general fund. South Bend City Church is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization. All donations are tax-deductible. Make sure to select the correct fund when giving.

7.20 [TEACHING] Spirituality for the Real World (wk 2) – Working with our Hands

Mike Goldsworthy - Is your spiritual life too spiritual? If the incarnation of Jesus means anything, it’s that we don’t become holier by being less human. And the abundant life that Jesus came to share with us is one that involves our whole selves as we heal, grow and learn how to flourish. This week we hear from Mike Goldsworthy about how working with our hands could be an act of prayer and meditation.
Mike is a speaker, resourcer, and guide with a passion for connecting like-minded churches and leaders. He also has a podcast, space for faith: re-imaginging the church for our current moment, and started the Post-Evangelical Collective. He is also a long time friend of SBCC and currently serves on our board.
What’s Happening
Join our Listener Map. This new tool is intended to help our long-distance community members find others close to them and the opportunity to message and meet up. Make sure to read the details for rules and guidelines.
Join us on Discord! Make sure that your display name is your first+last name and add an “avatar” (profile picture). If you can’t see the collective and forum channels, you have not been verified. If you need help, email mariah@southbendcitychurch.com.
Check out our volunteer opportunities, ranging from hospitality to communion to Kid’s Ministry to safety and everything in between.
Support the ongoing work of SBCC by giving to the general fund. South Bend City Church is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization. All donations are tax-deductible. Make sure to select the correct fund when giving.

7.13 [TEACHING] Spirituality for the Real World (wk 1) - Introduction

Mike Goldsworthy - Is your spiritual life too spiritual? If the incarnation of Jesus means anything, it’s that we don’t become holier by being less human. And the abundant life that Jesus came to share with us is one that involves our whole selves as we heal, grow and learn how to flourish. This series will explore some specific examples of a real world spirituality, shared from the experiences of our teachers who are working these things out in real time in their own lives. 
Mike Goldsworthy is a speaker, resourcer, and guide with a passion for connecting like-minded churches and leaders. He also has a podcast, space for faith: re-imaginging the church for our current moment, and started the Post-Evangelical Collective. He is also a long time friend of SBCC and currently serves on our board.
What’s Happening
Join our Listener Map. This new tool is intended to help our long-distance community members find others close to them and the opportunity to message and meet up. Make sure to read the details for rules and guidelines.
Join us on Discord! Make sure that your display name is your first+last name and add an “avatar” (profile picture). If you can’t see the collective and forum channels, you have not been verified. If you need help, email mariah@southbendcitychurch.com.
Support the ongoing work of SBCC by giving to the general fund. South Bend City Church is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization. All donations are tax-deductible. Make sure to select the correct fund when giving.
 

6.29 [TEACHING] Ask Me Anything - Church, Heaven, Play, and Love

Jason Miller - This month, we’re responding to your questions! These teachings are in response to questions submitted by the members of South Bend City Church. Today's questions come from both kids and adults in our community, and cover everything from church and heaven to play and love. 
What’s Happening
Sabbath Sunday on July 6 (offices are closed June 30-July 6)
Find more information about, or fill out the interest form for, the Telos American South Pilgrimage.
Support the ongoing work of SBCC by giving to the general fund. South Bend City Church is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization. All donations are tax-deductible. Make sure to select the correct fund when giving.

6.22 [TEACHING] Ask Me Anything - Sex and Abortion

Jason Miller - This month, we’re responding to your questions! These teachings are in response to questions submitted by the members of South Bend City Church. Today we’re responding to questions about sex and abortion. 
ResourcesAfter Evangelicalism by David GusheeBeyond the Abortion Wars by Charles Camosy
What's Happening
Sabbath Sunday on July 6 (we are closed June 30-July 6)
Find more information about, or fill out the interest form for, the Telos American South Pilgrimage.
Support the ongoing work of SBCC by giving to the general fund. South Bend City Church is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization. All donations are tax-deductible. Make sure to select the correct fund when giving. 

6.15 [LITURGY] Prayers to God Our Father

Jason Miller and Mariah Keener - Here at South Bend City Church, we take our cue from Scripture which calls us as a community to rejoice with those who rejoice and weep with those who weep. As we gathered on Father’s Day, we took time to acknowledge the spectrum of experience in the room when it comes to this day and for all that's going on in the world around us.
The breath prayer prompts and closing prayer were written by or based on the writings of Cole Arthur Riley and can be found on her Instagram, @blackliturgies. The song Lean Back is by Amanda Cook and can be found here.

6.15 [TEACHING] Ask Me Anything - Hell, and Salvation

Jason Miller - This month, we’re responding to your questions! These teachings are in response to questions submitted by the members of South Bend City Church. Today, we’re responding to questions about hell and salvation. 
ResourcesFour Views On Hell edited by Preston SprinkleThat All Shall Be Saved by David Bentley HartThe Great Catechism by Saint Gregory of Nyssa
What’s Happening
Register for the Art for Everybody Screening and Panel happening on June 19 at 6:30p.
Sabbath Sunday on July 6 (church is closed June 30-July 6)
Join us at the Telos American South Interest Meeting on Sunday, June 22 at 10:15a.

6.8 [TEACHING] Ask Me Anything - What is the Bible?

Jason Miller - This month, we're responding to your questions! These teachings are in response to questions submitted by the members of South Bend City Church. Today, we're responding to questions about the Bible. 
ResourcesBible Translations:NIV, NLT, NRSV, The Message, Hebrew Bible (Robert Alter), and The New Testament (David Bentley Hart)
Podcast: The Bible for Normal PeopleOnline resource: Bible Gateway
What's Happening
Register for the Art for Everybody Screening and Panel happening on June 19 at 6:30p.
Sabbath Sunday on July 6 (church is closed June 30-July 6)
Join us at one of the Telos American South Interest Meetings on Sunday, June 15 or June 22 at 10:15a.