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As we begin our new series, “Idolzzz to Image” we need to start by talking about sin. Feeling uncomortable yet? Talking about sin is hard, because in order to do so with integrity, we need to do honest self-examination. Thankfully, the Scriptures give us a model of how to deal with the nature of sin, and our complicity as sinners, in a Christ-centered manner that actually leads us to freedom. So come be set free by examining the thing you’d rather avoid.

We're wrapping up our Practices series with Worship!  We’ll talk through some ‘challenges’ concerning worship and gain a deeper understanding of why we sing together on Sunday mornings.

Today we’ll explore the spiritual practice (and gift!) of Rest. God has woven Rest into the fabric of creation and humanity! Genesis 1 and 2 should act as our framework for practicing the Rest that God originally designed. But our Rest also exists in the shadow of Genesis 3. How is the Lord inviting us to redeem Rest in our own lives and context? We should look to two places - creation and the cross!

Living simply means clearing out the debris in our lives - the packed schedules, the material stress, and the need to prove ourselves. When we drop those heavy burdens, we open up space for God’s love to flow freely through us so we can love, give, and serve without getting burned out.

To the follower of Jesus, all of life is confession. Every prayer, every act of worship, every meal, every conversation, every acknowledgement of sin, every admission of failing, every reconciliation, every declaration of the glory of God… it’s all confession. We are a confessional people. This week we explore the gift that confession is meant to be.

Biblical fellowship goes beyond casual coffee dates. Building real, committed partnerships with God and each other requires the deep community Scripture points to—living transparently, caring for one another, sharing what we have, and standing together through hard times. For that kind of fellowship to grow, PFC needs a culture of goodness and safety where people feel secure enough to be honest and vulnerable with one another.

Do you remember the adrenaline of Sunday School “Sword Drills”? While racing to find an isolated verse can be fun, it often trains us to treat the Bible like a dictionary rather than a living, breathing story. In this week’s continuation of our series, we are learning how to read Scripture through a Christ-centered lens. Let’s move beyond simply getting through the Bible, and practice tools to help get the Bible through us.

In many ways discipleship is the Christian practice that encapsulates all other spiritual disciplines. For example, prayer is a practice within the broader category of discipleship - as is giving, fasting, and Bible reading. However, discipleship is a practice worth pondering in and of itself. To be a disciple is to be a student. To be a disciple is to follow the Messiah. To be a disciple is to look for others who may also become disciples. Are you ready to follow?

This Sunday, we are continuing our "Practices" series by exploring the heart and history behind Communion (the Lord’s Supper). We’ll dive into the biblical context of how the disciples first experienced this meal, look at what the Apostle Paul taught the church in Corinth about Communion, and clear up some common questions about this historical sacrament. At the end of our gathering, we will slow down and actually partake of Communion together. Whether you've taken the bread and the cup a thousand times or this will be your very first time, the Lord's table is open. There is a seat saved for you!

Evangelism is often associated with fear, pressure, or obligation, but what if it was never meant to be that way? This week, we'll look at Jesus' encounter with the Samaritan woman in John 4 and discover that the most effective evangelism flows from a life deeply rooted in relationship with Him. As we drink from the Living Water, God's love naturally overflows into the lives of others. Together, we'll explore how prayer, intimacy with Christ, and the other spiritual practices shape us into people who faithfully share the hope of the gospel—not out of obligation, but out of overflow.

Jesus taught that "it is more blessed to give than to receive," but what does that actually look like in our daily lives? Join us as we explore how true biblical stewardship goes far beyond the offering plate. We will look at what it means to generously invest our time, skills, and resources — whether offering a listening ear to a friend, or using our skills to help a neighbor with a project. Come discover how everyday acts of generosity help us transfer our temporary resources into an eternal investment!

This week we will be exploring the ancient practice of fasting. What is fasting, and is it something I should be doing? And practically, how is the Lord calling me to fast?

The symbol of Christian service is the towel and basin, the instruments Jesus used to wash His disciples' feet. While the leaders of the world jockey for position and power, Jesus sets a different example. Those who wish to be great in the Kingdom of God are first called to be servants. Jesus said, "I did not come to be served, but to serve." Shouldn't it be the same for those who follow Christ as King and Savior?

Ever feel like your prayer life is bone-dry, eerily distant, or totally distracted? This Sunday at PFC, we are kicking off our summer series, Practices, with a dive into The Practice of Prayer. Join us as we look at Luke 11 and challenge ourselves to put down our phones and move from a self-absorbed monologue to a life-changing dialogue with God!

After Paul wraps up his teaching on the Armor of God, Ephesians ends with a brief personal note from the Apostle. It is four brief verses that could easily be overlooked. But they are actually packed with rich spiritual truths. God calls his church to the “undying love” of Christ.