Journey Community Church

This past weekend, we started our series 40 Days of Breakthrough with the focus on Breakthrough For Us. With this series, we have a 40-Day Reflection Guide to help walk us through the next 6 weeks. We have an online version of this guide on our website, or if you’d prefer a physical brochure, you can swing by our offices or pick one up at service this weekend! As a way to help us all achieve and celebrate breakthroughs in our lives, we have Small Groups and new On-Campus C...ommunity Groups. Join one for the next 40 days, or indefinitely! We would love to have you. More information about all of the aspects of this series are available on our website, using this link. https://journeycommunitychurch.com/breakthrough/

Volunteer Opportunities in the Thrift Store Volunteers are needed for afternoon shifts Wednesday through Saturday in our Thrift Store Ministry. You are invited to join this serving community filled with fun & fellowship. Flexible schedules available. Serving can be, every other week, one day a week or more. More info: https://journeycommunitychurch.com/thrift-store-volunteers/

God pushed back the busy race I have been running, called my life and slowed me down to have some time with Him. He invited me to more peace and a slower pace. He showed me how I have had a lot of pain in my recent season. He also showed me the way He is working and helping me heal some of my pain. - A testimonial from a Transformation Weekend participant. Transformation Weekend is Friday evening, April 16 and Saturday, April 17 on our campus. Learn how to experience a more intimate connection with God. Identify barriers that get in the way of this connection and have the opportunity to step into more freedom, healing and joy. Get more info and sign up using this link: https://journeycommunitychurch.com/transformation-weekend/

We are excited to begin a new series this weekend 40 Days of Breakthrough Because of Jesus’ resurrection, we have next-level hope. We have hope that things can change and that we ourselves can change. It’s time for a BREAKTHROUGH! Our weekend messages will take a look at the places in our lives that the Bible identifies as most in need of breakthrough. We’ll also look at some principles that are helpful for us in experiencing real breakthroughs, along with some of the bigg...est moves we can make to actually see it happen! During these 40 days, we are participating together as a community on the weekends, in small groups and daily devotionals. Join us this weekend to pick up your devotional guide and find out how to join a breakthrough group. For more information, visit our website! https://journeycommunitychurch.com/breakthrough/ See you this weekend!

What a great Easter at Journey! If you missed this morning’s service, you can catch it On-Demand on our website, using this link: https://journeycommunitychurch.com/current-series/ We are so grateful for our Journey fam, tag us in your pictures from this weekend!

Stations of the Cross Sunday, April 4 Station 15: New Life & A New Beginning The Resurrection of Jesus Mark 16:16... Our Stations of the Cross experience will take us on a journey following the footsteps of Christ, immersing us in the biblical account of the last hours and days of Jesus’ life. Each day, through Easter Sunday, we will visit the stations by viewing a short video and allowing time for prayerful reflection and response. Follow along here on Facebook, on our website or in the Journey app. https://journeycommunitychurch.com/stations/ The following is the script from the video. You may also follow along using the downloadable reflection booklet. ... When the sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices, so that they might go and anoint him. And very early on the first day of the week, when the sun had risen, they went to the tomb. They had been saying to one another, Who will roll away the stone for us from the entrance to the tomb? When they looked up, they saw that the stone, which was very large, had already been rolled back. As they entered the tomb, they saw a young man, dressed in a white robe, sitting on the right side; and they were alarmed. But he said to them, Do not be alarmed; you are looking for Jesus of Nazareth, who was crucified. He has been raised; he is not here. Look, there is the place they laid him. ... If the cross is expansivereaching down, into the depths of who we are; reaching out, to include every one of usso is the resurrection. The women arrive at the tomb only to find out the body, and the story they thought it held, could not be contained. Death burst forth into life! The resurrection is God’s reaching into the world, with a boundless love, to gift us all with new life and a new beginning. Practice the traditional Easter greeting while you reach to embody the scope of this good news. I’ll say, Christ is risen! and invite you to respond Christ is risen, indeed! with the fullness of your voice and your body. Reaching high up to the sky: Christ is risen! Christ is risen, indeed! Reaching way out to your sides: Christ is risen! Christ is risen, indeed! Reaching far out in front of you: Christ is risen! Christ is risen, indeed! Alleluia!

Join us for Easter weekend! We want to remember, reflect and celebrate together. SERVICES: ... Tonight, 6pm, (indoors) Tomorrow, 9am (indoors + livestream) & 11am (outdoors + re-broadcast) LINK FOR TICKETS: https://journeycommunitychurch.com/easter/

Stations of the Cross Saturday, April 3 Station 14: Burial Jesus is Placed in the Tomb Matthew 27:5760... Supplies: Lit candle Our Stations of the Cross experience will take us on a journey following the footsteps of Christ, immersing us in the biblical account of the last hours and days of Jesus’ life. Each day, through Easter Sunday, we will visit the stations by viewing a short video and allowing time for prayerful reflection and response. Follow along here on Facebook, on our website or in the Journey app. https://journeycommunitychurch.com/stations/ The following is the script from the video. You may also follow along using the downloadable reflection booklet. .. When it was evening, there came a rich man from Arimathea, named Joseph, who was also a disciple of Jesus. He went to Pilate and asked for the body of Jesus; then Pilate ordered it to be given to him. So Joseph took the body and wrapped it in a clean linen cloth and laid it in his own new tomb, which he had hewn in the rock. He then rolled a great stone to the door of the tomb and went away. ... At this station, we witness how a friend honored Jesus by caring for his body, treating it tenderly, and providing a place for burial. The honor given in death is a reflection of the respect felt in life, a testimony to the connection these two men shared. By offering his tomb, Joseph found a way to extend his care for Jesus even past death’s boundary. Turn to the candle you lit at the beginning of our time together. Watch it for a few moments. See how the flames flicker and dance. Observe how the light stretches and shrinks. Pay attention to the life in the fire. In just a moment, I’ll ask you to blow out the candle, but to remember what remains, even as the flame is no more. Before you do that, let us pray. Join me as we recite this prayer together: I extinguish this candle but not the flame of truth, not the light of hope, not the warmth of love. These, I carry in my heart and I know they will carry me through the days to come. Amen.

Atonement Substitution Victory By His stripes, we have been healed, for He looked death in the face and did not flinch. ... Come to one of our Easter services to finish the story... Saturday, April 3rd, 6pm Sunday, April 4th, 9am & 11am (11am service is outdoors in the tent)

Join us tonight at 6:30pm for a one of a kind service. Through worship, interactive stations, and prayer, we will reflect on the how the greatest act of love in history was foretold 7 1/2 centuries prior. We are eager and expectant for this experience and we would love for you to be a part of it. ... Get tickets for tonight with the link below. https://journeycommunitychurch.com/easter/

Stations of the Cross Friday, April 2 Station 13: Darkness Jesus Dies on the Cross Luke 23:4446... Supplies: Paper, pen or pencil Our Stations of the Cross experience will take us on a journey following the footsteps of Christ, immersing us in the biblical account of the last hours and days of Jesus’ life. Each day, through Easter Sunday, we will visit the stations by viewing a short video and allowing time for prayerful reflection and response. Follow along here on Facebook, on our website or in the Journey app. https://journeycommunitychurch.com/stations/ The following is the script from the video. You may also follow along using the downloadable reflection booklet. ... It was now about noon, and darkness came over the whole land until three in the afternoon, while the sun’s light failed; and the curtain of the temple was torn in two. Then Jesus, crying with a loud voice, said, Father, into your hands I commend my spirit. Having said this, he breathed his last. ... Darkness fell over the land, like a covering. Like the curtain in the Temple was a covering. In the hardest times, like when Jesus is on the cross, and in the most sacred spaces, like the Holy of Holies in the Temple, reality is sometimes obscured. Clarity is sometimes sacrificed. Darkness makes space for the unknown: a sometimes beautiful, sometimes terrible allowance. When the Temple curtain is torn, when that covering rips in two, the notion that God could be contained there was challenged. The holy space the curtain had concealed, had kept in darkness, was suddenly revealed. We can never build anythingin our structures or our heartsthat keeps God from reaching us. On a piece of paper, write down what seems to separate you from God. Maybe you’ll write thoughts, emotions, habits, convictions. Maybe for you there’s just one thing; maybe there’s a long list. Whatever it is, take this time to write it down. When you’re ready, rip it up. You can make one big tear, like the story tells us about the Temple curtain. Or you can tear your paper into lots of tiny pieces. Let the tearing be a denial of artificial boundaries and an affirmation of God’s ever-presence: behind a curtain, on a cross, in the darkness God is always with us.

Good Friday is TOMORROW! While we are prayerfully anticipating this service and experience, we want to remind you that if you are experiencing Good Friday from home this year, on our livestream, that you can pick up the same packet that everyone will receive at our in-person service. if you would like to pick up a packet, you can swing by the Journey offices and get a packet for yourself or get multiple packets for your friends or family, if they will be joining us online. ...You can come pick up a packet TODAY until 5pm, or you can come tomorrow, April 2nd from 9am-3:30pm. If you haven't gotten your in-person tickets for Good Friday yet, click the link here to get tickets for this unique service! https://journeycommunitychurch.com/easter/

Stations of the Cross Thursday, April 1 Station 12: Care Jesus Speaks to His Mother and the Disciple John 19:2527... Our Stations of the Cross experience will take us on a journey following the footsteps of Christ, immersing us in the biblical account of the last hours and days of Jesus’ life. Each day, through Easter Sunday, we will visit the stations by viewing a short video and allowing time for prayerful reflection and response. Follow along here on Facebook, on our website or in the Journey app. https://journeycommunitychurch.com/stations/ The following is the script from the video. You may also follow along using the downloadable reflection booklet. ... Meanwhile, standing near the cross of Jesus were his mother, and his mother’s sister, Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary Magdalene. When Jesus saw his mother and the disciple whom he loved standing beside her, he said to his mother, Woman, here is your son. Then he said to the disciple, Here is your mother. And from that hour the disciple took her into his own home. ... He took her into his own home. Into his own heart. This part of the story is about giving and receiving care. What Jesus has been, for his mother and his friend, he cannot be anymore. He knows they will mourn. He knows they will miss what he has been for them. And so he gives them to each other that they might each experience care: both the giving of it and the receiving of it. So they can share with each other what he has been for them while learning something new: the way his care for them continueseven after he’s gonebecause he has brought them together. Hold your hands out in front of you. Turn one palm up, ready to receive. Turn the other palm down, ready to give. In the silence, imagine receiving care as a tangible thing in your upturned hand. What is it that’s being given to you? Now, as the silence continues, imagine giving care with your hand that’s facing down. What is it you’re offering? Bring your hands together, and in this last silence, offer a brief prayer of gratitude for the care you receive and the care you give. Amen.

Good Friday is THIS FRIDAY! This unique and interactive experience is one that you do not want to miss. We will be taking time to reflect on the crucifixion and learn about the hope of Jesus. During our Good Friday service, we will take communion and participate in other interactive experiences. For our online guests, you may gather communion supplies at home or pick up a Good Friday packet (with communion and other supplies) from our office. Good Friday packets will be avai...lable to pick up from the church office on Thursday, April 1 from 9am-5pm and Friday, April 2 from 9am-3:30pm. We can’t wait for you to join us for this experience, you can reserve tickets using this link! https://journeycommunitychurch.com/easter/

Shadow Step by Hillsong United// You never left the lost forsaken Your mercy paves the road ahead, unexpected You are always good... You are always good Light up the way of your heart Move me like you do the mountains Move me like you do the wind See more

Tickets are L I V E We are loving our new series ‘Get Your Life Back’ and cannot wait for week 2 Get Your God Connection Back Friday night 6:30 pm (Adult Service & TGIF for 3 yrs. - 6th grade) ... Sunday 9 + 11 am (Tent Services & Kids/Student Services) All information regarding kids/student services and locations & tickets found here: https://journeycommunitychurch.com/regather/

Jesus poses this simple question and often times, like the man in the story, we come up with an abundance of answers other than a simple, yes. Do not miss Ed’s message from this past weekend. Our God wants us to be well. He has a hope and a future in the works. He has a hand extended and is graciously awaiting your simple, yes. Stream Sunday’s Service Here... https://youtu.be/j_Nh5rIwToU See more

Kick off the new year with your Journey Family! Outdoor services streaming live at 9 and 11 AM! It’s not too late to grab a ticket and join us under the tent! ... Journeycommunitychurch.com/regather

Look to God’s word today to find truths about who you are. The world needs us to be living, breathing examples of His transformative love and unending hope. Maybe some of us need to start in Romans 8 today: "What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? (Romans 8:31)... You are not alone. You are not forgotten. We have a God who pursues us. You are chosen and set apart as an ambassador of Christ. You are a child of God. He has a place for you in His house. Dwell in His truths today and let them comfort and carry you. You are loved by our God and your Journey Family. May the Lord’s peace go before you today!

We found our top 9 moments of 2020. What whirlwind of a year. We would challenge you to take time today or tomorrow to reflect on the past 12 months. 1. What were small victories for you or those you love?... 2. How did you see yourself grow as a follower of Jesus this year? 3. Are there things you can give yourself time and space to grieve, remember, or release? God is for you. He is with you. He is a good God in a good mood. He has abundant goodness in store for you and your future.

Join us this morning for a live stream service at 9 or 11 am for united and unified pt. 2 https://journeycommunitychurch.com/how-to-connect-to-lives/ If you’re joining us on campus don’t forget to stop by Plaza Cafe for free coffee muffins this morning!

A quote from Ed’s prayer last night. If you didn’t make it to service last night, please grab a ticket on our website or stream live at 9 + 11. United & Unified part 2

Join us on campus for service tonight at 6:30! Or come a little early and grab a free slider and coffee from the Plaza Cafe! Grab your tickets here: https://journeycommunitychurch.com/regather/

How about some great news?! Join us for our first Friday night service back and we'll serve you a free slider with side salad and a complimentary coffee from the Plaza Cafe before service! To continue the celebration, visit the Plaza Cafe on Sunday for free muffins and coffee. ... Grab your tickets now: https://journeycommunitychurch.com/regather/

Going live at 7 pm for a special election edition of Ask Ed. Ask Questions Here: https://journeycommunitychurch.com/ask-ed/ Tune In Here at 7: https://journeycc.online.church

Here I stand before you now As honestly as I know how Broken by the days gone by Spirit help my soul to rise I try my best but still I fail... And even then you're with me there You remind me I'm a child of God Regardless of the things I've done My hope is found in perfect love Your mercy triumphs over judgment Love wider than horizons Stronger than all sin Lord Your kindness Leads us to repentance To the heart of God Your heart oh God Is all I want Heart of God// Hillsong Y&F

Let’s be together this weekend! Join us on Friday night or Sunday morning for service! Grab your tickets here: https://journeycommunitychurch.com/regather/

1 Peter 1:13 Our hope is not rooted in the things of this world. Our hope is FIXED COMPLETELY on the grace of Jesus Christ. May His transformative hope and grace be your steadfast truth today and always.

Join us and members of other local churches in praying this prayer by Pastor Rolland Slade.

Join us for our brand new series: United & Unified Service streaming live at 9 + 11 am: https://journeycommunitychurch.com/regather/

Halloween in 2020 looked a bit different for us all. The Trick or Treat Trail ended up being nothing but a treat! We are so thankful we were able to offer a safe, socially distanced, fun event for our community! Thank you to every volunteer, staff member, and family who came through! What a joyful day it was to have a bit of normalcy and joy in the midst of these challenging times. A huge thank you to our incredible Journey Photographer Stephani Dennis.

Let’s be honest. These next two weeks will feel tense. But within this political season we can cling to the promise that our God is always with us. We invite you to stay United and Unified as we learn of the promises and wisdom God has for those who love him. We know that through the Aftermath of this whole season that there will still be One God, who is over all and through all and in all.... | Join us this weekend in person or online: https://journeycommunitychurch.com/regather/ |