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What does it mean to feast in a world that rarely slows down long enough to celebrate?  In this episode, Worship Pastor Marty Reardon is joined by Pastors in Residence Chris and Caroline Hiler Albert to explore the meaning of Eastertide—the season of rejoicing in the resurrection of Jesus. Together, they unpack the contrast between Lent and Easter, the difference between cultural “treating” and true biblical feasting, and why celebration is actually a spiritual discipline.  From long, unhurried meals to creativity, community, and embodied joy, this conversation invites us to resist the rush of modern life and embrace a deeper, richer way of living as people of the resurrection. Learn more about our Eastertide Sunday Evening services and our upcoming Contemplative Saturday on Feasting at atltrinity.org/events.

Pastor in Residence Caroline Hiler Albert preaches from 1 Peter.  Learn more at atltrinity.org.

Lead Pastor Kris McDaniel preaches from 1 Peter.  Learn more at atltrinity.org.

Lead Pastor Kris McDaniel preaches from John.  Learn more at atltrinity.org.

Lead Pastor Kris McDaniel preaches from Matthew. Learn more at atltrinity.org.

Lead Pastor Kris McDaniel preaches from Psalms. See referenced movie clip here. Learn more at atltrinity.org.

Lead Pastor Kris McDaniel preaches from Psalms. Learn more at atltrinity.org.

Lead Pastor Kris McDaniel preaches from Psalms. Learn more at atltrinity.org.

Executive Pastor Nate Smith preaches from Psalms. Learn more at atltrinity.org.

Kids & Youth Discipleship Pastor Dave McCune preaches from Psalms. Learn more at atltrinity.org.

Pastor in Residence Caroline Hiler Albert preaches from Matthew. Learn more at atltrinity.org.

In this episode, Kris shares a personal update following his recent car accident and ongoing recovery from a concussion. In a season marked by limitation, rest, and vulnerability, he reflects on what it means to live in the “shallow end” of life — and how being confronted with our mortality can become an unexpected gift. From that deeply personal place, Kris invites us into the season of Lent. In a culture that teaches us to feast constantly, Lent calls us to something different: intentional restraint, wilderness, and honest acknowledgment of our need for mercy. This is not a season of self-improvement or spiritual performance. It is a time to make space — to fast in order to feast, to pull back so that Easter joy can truly feel like joy. Throughout Lent, Trinity will journey through the Psalms — the prayer book of God’s people — allowing their language to shape our own prayers, repentance, longing, and hope. At the end of the episode, Kids & Youth Discipleship Pastor David McCune offers practical encouragement for families, including creative ways to practice Lent with children, celebrate Sundays as mini-Easters, and create simple devotional rhythms at home. Wherever you are — eager, exhausted, distracted, hopeful — you are invited. Let’s walk this road together. Learn more at atltrinity.org/lent.

Guest preacher Matthew Browne preaches from Matthew. Learn more at atltrinity.org.

Guest preacher Bishop Todd Hunter preaches from Luke. Learn more at atltrinity.org.

Due to the weather, we are not gathering in person today (January 25). Instead, we invite you to listen to this short sermon podcast as Executive Pastor Nate Smith offers a reflection on Matthew 4:12–22. Find sermon notes and slides here: atltrinity.org/notes. Learn more at atltrinity.org/weather.