the Branch Church

This morning (Sunday, September 1) we are meeting at Garfield Park at 10am. Learn more here: https://thebranchonline.org/memorial-weekend-meeting-at-garfield-park/

August is for beach days, telling stories, watching sunsets, garden harvests, taking vacations, and embracing the last days of summer.

Sundays in July and August will feature honest and inspiring stories of Branch folks. Learn more here:

https://thebranchonline.org/our-story/

It’s a beautiful morning and we’re learning more than we knew we could about this part of God’s created world.

We're heading to Palmer Park this morning to explore the creek's ecosystem and wonder what it might teach us about connectedness. We will have waders available for those who want to get in the creek, though that is not required. Join us at 10 - either at Palmer Park or online.

Wondering what's happening in the life of The Branch this month? Head to our website for all the details: https://thebranchonline.org/july-at-the-branch/

Today’s the day!!! After all the planning and preparing, we FINALLY get to CREATE with you!! Check-in starts at 6:10 tonight. See you there!!

Who wants a sneak peak at CREATE? Come see us at Storytime in the Park tonight!

And don't forget to register your kids for CREATE: https://branch.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2269253

Join us tonight at Storytime in the Park- Garfield as we help kick off their 15th season! We will have a table for you to create your own version of these cute critters and flowers out of recycled materials! Or you can gather supplies and take them home. Either way, come and see us tonight in Garfield Park!

Oh...and...have you registered for CREATE yet? Spots are filling up! https://branch.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2269253

THIS SUNDAY: we're throwing a party as we officially become owners of our building (10am). Come dream with us about how our space could be used to bless our community.

ALL OTHER SUNDAYS IN JUNE: Group Sundays are back! Head to our website to learn more.

https://thebranchonline.org/summer-group-sundays/

A lot has changed in this world; perhaps church needs to change too.

Group Sundays are back in June. Learn more here: https://thebranchonline.org/summer-group-sundays/

Turn up the music. Bring out the cake. It's time to party!

https://thebranchonline.org/time-to-celebrate/

Spots are filling up fast! Share this post with friends!

https://thebranchonline.org/create-24-is-here/

Who doesn't love a good party (and cake)?

After months of discernment and work, we are celebrating becoming owners of the building at 973 28th St. SE! We'd love for you to be there.

Join us on June 2 as we reflect on our nearly 20 years at this location (as renters), mark this important transition, and dream together about how we might leverage this facility for the sake of transformation, healing and belonging for those at The Branch and the wider community.

AYA Youth Collective is one of the organizations that we as a faith community support. One of the ways that we do that is by preparing a hot meal for the youth they serve. We plan to do that tomorrow evening from 5:30-7pm at their downtown facility. If you can help, sign up here:

AYA Volunteer Night - May - The Branch Church Join us as we support AYA Youth Collective! On each Volunteer Night, we will be preparing a meal for the youth they serve, as well as completing any other tasks that need completing.If you can't make it in person, but would like to support this great organization, you can donate items. AYA is always...

Listening to this song on repeat this morning as a way to practice being present to each moment. It is in the present where God meets us. God is here. Now.

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Let's play a game!!! What do you think of when someone mentions April 15?
If you said opening day for CREATE 2024 Registration, you would be right!!! Wait...did you think we were reminding you of Tax Day? CREATE registration will be much more fun (and easier!) than filing your taxes that day!

How do we become people of depth - people of integrity and authenticity - people who are centered and at peace even when the world feels out of control?

In April we'll consider four tested principles that offer us wisdom for a life of transformation.

As we walk through Holy Week - a week that is full of both heaviness and celebration, we encourage you to engage in practices that are meaningful to you. Here are the gatherings that we are offering this weekend.

If you are joining us for the Easter Tailgate party and you can provide food, please sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0B4BADAC2BA6FD0-48708452-easter #/

*This Sunday, 5pm*

After spending over a week in Palestine and Israel as part of a twenty three member, multi-denominational delegation, Chris and Josh Vis will share stories and reflections from their time in Palestine and Israel.

Learning about the facts on the ground will not only inform, but will also inspire us to do what we can to move toward justice and peace.

https://branch.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2215908

I (Chris) am in Palestine and Israel this week with Josh Vis and a Solidarity Delegation of U.S. leaders from around the country.

Follow along at on FB and IG.

Our Lenten Series
https://thebranchonline.org/the-seventh-story-lent/

Join us tonight at 7pm for our Ash Wednesday Gathering. This will be a reflective space to name what is true and set our intentions for the season ahead.

Our gathering this Sunday will be a GROUP Sunday! Cook a meal for yourself and for AYA Youth Collective . Play games with some friends. Discuss how current events and faith intersect. Or simply be present to yourself and to God in silence. Haven't joined a group before? Don't know what a GROUP Sunday is? Head to our website: https://thebranchonline.org/group-sundays/

We were privileged to partner with AYA Youth Collective last Saturday as they work to get another house ready for occupancy. We put together furniture, did a lot of cleaning and some paint touch ups. We were grateful to be a small part of it this important work.

AYA has a number of homes in the city where "youth can rest, recharge, and heal. In each home, mentors act as the first point of contact for youth. Community is built through weekly house dinners, shared experiences, and daily interactions. It’s a model that feels more like a family than a program. We recognize that having stable housing is only the start of long term stability. It’s through community that youth begin to rebuild their circles of support and achieve interdependence" (from AYA's website).