Becky Ykema and Jason Miller - If you've been following along with our Sunday teachings, you know we're relaunching our tables strategy this fall. Tables give us the chance to be together for a shared meal and some intentional conversation, but there's so much more to them. In this episode, Jason interviews Becky Ykema, our director of worship and formation, to help you learn more about what our…
Jason Miller - At a moment in time when so many are longing for deeper connection and belonging, how does the table help us? And what does Christian faith uniquely offer to life at the table? What's Happening RSVP to the New to SBCC Table happening on August 23 at 12:15p. Read our Quarterly Financial Update (Q4). Support the ongoing work of SBCC by giving to the general fund. South Bend City…
Jason Miller - We're living in a moment that one journalist described as "The Anti-Social Century." And whether you feel the consequences of our growing disconnection or not, the decline in community and belonging is causing real problems for all of us. But what if this modern problem can be addressed by an ancient solution - a practice that has always been within reach for the Church? If you're…
Beth Graybill - What happens when old identities get stripped and restored to something new? As we wrap up our Jesus Stories series, Beth Graybill explores the story of the bleeding woman and her life-changing energetic exchange with Jesus. And how the same exchange can be true for us, too. What's Happening Interested in learning more about local Tables? Join us on August 16th after either of our…
Becky Ykema - This is the story of Zacchaeus encountering Jesus, and the invitation for all of us to climb down and be with Jesus and among others in community. Seeing can only do so much. Being WITH, is where real formation occurs. What’s Happening Sign up to volunteer on our greeter and hospitality teams . Questions? Email us! Join us on Discord! Make sure to create an account or sign in with…
Sean Palmer - What would you do if you believed you could not fail, that God and God's kingdom was always near you, especially after failure? In our second week of Jesus Stories, Sean Palmer asks if it could be that God is inviting you to step into a new venture, new season, or new identity and promises to be with you. What's Happening Sign up to volunteer on our band or tech teams . Questions?…
Mike Goldsworthy - Our origin stories shape us more than we know, and not always in ways that serve us. As we kick off our Jesus Stories series, Mike Goldsworthy explores the moment Nathanael nearly dismissed Jesus based on his hometown, and what that reveals about the internalized assumptions we carry about ourselves and where we come from. What's Happening Sign up to volunteer in SBCC Kid s.…
Jason Miller and Becky Ykema - As we come to the end of our series exploring the Psalms, we're taking note of the invitation to bring everything forward in the presence of God. Click here to download a digital copy of A Blessing While on the Journey. What's Happening We're pleased to share that we recently received the 2026 Partners for Clean Air Award from the Michiana Area Council of Governments…
Jason Miller - If the Psalms give us an anatomy of the soul, then we should figure out what to do with its prayers of penitence. Is "sin" a concept that still matters, and if so, how should we think about it when it's been used in such harmful or unhelpful ways? What's Happening Join our Discord and check out the care channel for Meal Train opportunities or volunteer on the care team . Join us in…
Jason Miller and Shannon Cullinan - You may have seen the news about our new neighbors in downtown South Bend. The University of Notre Dame is undertaking a major redevelopment project, and the other South Bend Tribune building just to the south of our home is at the center of that project. Our lead pastor, Jason Miller, sat down with the University's executive vice president, Shannon Cullinan, to…