Exploring the Meaning of Jesus’ DeathApril 5, 2026 Written by: Tim ZieglerExperience the Surprise of EasterScripture: After the Sabbath, at dawn of the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary came to look at the tomb. Look, there was a great earthquake, for an angel of the Lord came down from heaven. Coming to the stone, he rolled it away and sat on it. Now his face was like light...  Read More

CoreGroup Guide | EASTER 2026Written by Jenny HuffmanWelcomeHappy Easter, Friends! For the past five weeks our church has wrestled with the question: “Why Did Jesus Have to Die?” – To free us, to redeem us, to show us how to love, to forgive us, to expose us, or maybe some combination of all these theories. While we may never truly understand this mystery of our faith, today we turn our attention ...  Read More

Exploring the Meaning of Jesus’ DeathApril 4, 2026Written by: Megan HallThe Day BetweenScripture: Joseph took the body, wrapped it in a clean linen cloth, and placed it in his own new tomb that he had cut out of the rock. He rolled a big stone in front of the entrance to the tomb and went away. Mary Magdalene and the other Mary were sitting there opposite the tomb.(Matthew 27:59–61)Reflection:I th...  Read More

Exploring the Meaning of Jesus’ DeathApril 3, 2026Written by: H. BaerGood FridayScripture: Luke 23:33 When they arrived at the place called The Skull, they crucified him, along with the criminals, one on his right and the other on his left. 34 Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they don’t know what they’re doing.” They drew lots as a way of dividing up his clothing.35 The people were standing ...  Read More

Easter weekend is here! The Gathering will have TWO worship services - at 9 and 10:45am - this Sunday at The Factory, along with one worship service at 10am at our Metro East Site. All the details can be found here.  If your Easter plans are still undecided, or if you need help convincing family or friends to join you, here are 8 reasons why you won’t want to miss EasterSTL this year:Plenty of roo...  Read More

Exploring the Meaning of Jesus’ DeathApril 2, 2026 Written by: Ben HartleyThe Wonder of Dust and Dirty FeetScripture: 1 Before the Festival of Passover, Jesus knew that his time had come to leave this world and go to the Father. Having loved his own who were in the world, he loved them fully.2 Jesus and his disciples were sharing the evening meal. The devil had already provoked Judas, Simon Iscari...  Read More