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"I’m fixed upon it," Matthew 16:21-23 & Psalm 107:1-3, 17-22

This Lent, we are focusing on the life and faith of one of Jesus’ most famous disciples. In Peter, we see a person who is both steadfast and unsteady, a dear friend and a betrayer, a follower and a wanderer. In Peter, we often see ourselves. By following Peter’s journey, we watch the story of Jesus unfold through the eyes of a very normal human trying to figure it all out—just like us.

Meraki and Spirit Garage invite you to a community open mic night! Performance slots are limited to 10 minutes or less.

7:00-8:30 kid-friendly content

8:30-10:00 adult-only content

Interested in performing?

Contact us at bigdoor @ spiritgarage . org. Walk-ins welcome until space fills up.

Check out Meraki here: https://merakiensouled.com

While on sabbatical, Pastor Holly explored writing from many different angles, and came home with some fun ideas for engaging in creative writing (especially poetry). Come out this evening to spend a little time hearing poetry, getting writing prompts and writing together. No experience necessary!

"Praise the mount," Matthew 16:13-20 & Psalm 19

This Lent, we are focusing on the life and faith of one of Jesus’ most famous disciples. In Peter, we see a person who is both steadfast and unsteady, a dear friend and a betrayer, a follower and a wanderer. In Peter, we often see ourselves. By following Peter’s journey, we watch the story of Jesus unfold through the eyes of a very normal human trying to figure it all out—just like us.

"Rescue me from danger," Matthew 14:22-33 & Psalm 22:23-31

This Lent, we are focusing on the life and faith of one of Jesus’ most famous disciples. In Peter, we see a person who is both steadfast and unsteady, a dear friend and a betrayer, a follower and a wanderer. In Peter, we often see ourselves. By following Peter’s journey, we watch the story of Jesus unfold through the eyes of a very normal human trying to figure it all out—just like us.

Spirit Garage volunteers will be providing and sharing an evening meal to the 38 individuals who are staying at Our Savior’s Emergency Shelter. It’s super low-key. We need about 4 people to serve, and others are welcome to donate food. Sign up here!

"Jesus sought me," Luke 5:1-11 & Psalm 25:1-10

This Lent, we are focusing on the life and faith of one of Jesus’ most famous disciples. In Peter, we see a person who is both steadfast and unsteady, a dear friend and a betrayer, a follower and a wanderer. In Peter, we often see ourselves. By following Peter’s journey, we watch the story of Jesus unfold through the eyes of a very normal human trying to figure it all out—just like us.

It seems a good time to check out this book by Pastor Holly’s colleague, Elle Dowd. This is her account of how she was changed by Ferguson. Pick up the book soon, and come together to discuss on Thursday, February 19th at 7 PM on the third floor.

Prayer around the cross on Ash Wednesday. We sing songs. We bring our prayers. We remember our humanity and our mortality.

Music and Poetry that remind us we are not alone in our work with God in this world. Come find solidarity for the long road to wholeness and justice with peace.

Spirit Garage Worship on Sunday, Feb 8, 10:30 am at Meraki Building

Join us to help keep you connected to your people and your faith.

On “SOUPer Bowl Sunday” let’s help raise funds for local nonprofits and share a meal of soup, bread, and dessert donated by local restaurants.

Once a year, we join with Bethlehem (our parent church) for a morning of service projects. Something like 150 people come to this, and it’s kind of a great time to connect with each other and also show a Spirit Garage face, so please come hang out with Pr Holly!

We’ll gather at the Minneapolis campus beginning at 9:00 am for check-in and coffee, with the program starting at 9:30 a.m. in the sanctuary. This year, we will highlight the work done by the Division of Indian Work with Louise Matson, Executive Director. This is a local organization focused on supporting and strengthening urban American Indian people, including moms and babies.

In addition to items we collect for Newborn and Hospice kits for Global Health Ministries, we will also collect shampoo for adults, children, and babies, as well as baby wipes.

Come for the joy of serving—and stay for a great lunch!

The season of epiphany: Will the real Marys please Stand Up?

A 4-week series examining the images and ideas of Mary Magdalene, including the oldest tropes and the newest ideas about who Mary Magdalene was.

While on sabbatical, Pastor Holly explored writing from many different angles, and came home with some fun ideas for engaging in creative writing (especially poetry). Come out this evening to spend a little time hearing poetry, getting writing prompts and writing together. No experience necessary!

The season of epiphany: Will the real Marys please Stand Up?

A 4-week series examining the images and ideas of Mary Magdalene, including the oldest tropes and the newest ideas about who Mary Magdalene was.

Meraki and Spirit Garage invite you to a community open mic night! Performance slots are limited to 10 minutes or less.

Kid-friendly content from 7:00-8:30; adult-only content permitted (within reason) from 8:30-10:00. Interested in performing?

Contact us at bigdoor @ spiritgarage . org. Walk-ins welcome until space fills up.

Check out Meraki here: https://merakiensouled.com

The season of epiphany: Will the real Marys please Stand Up?

A 4-week series examining the images and ideas of Mary Magdalene, including the oldest tropes and the newest ideas about who Mary Magdalene was.

Second week of Christmas: our Advent and Christmas Theme of "The Hopes and Fears of all the Years" comes to a close with the story of Simeon and Anna as Jesus is presented in the temple (Luke 2:25-35).

Second week of Christmas: our Advent and Christmas Theme of "The Hopes and Fears of all the Years" comes to a close with the story of Simeon and Anna as Jesus is presented in the temple (Luke 2:25-35).

Pancake Church

Join us for a tradition about 4 years in the making, when we make pancakes and have brunch the Sunday after Christmas during worship. There will be some fun elements of worship we’ll experience as we eat pancakes.

Christmas Eve

O, come all ye faithful and everyone else-it’s Christmas eve. We will sing new songs and old and hear the ancient story of a love that came down and surprised us with grace and love, announcing it’s presence in the strangest of ways.

Our Advent Theme is “The Hopes and Fears of All the Years.” This day we reflect on the Shepherds’ experience (Luke 2:8-20) of the heavens being filled with angels say “Do not fear,” and filling the countryside with song.

During this season when we know not everyone has family to be around, because of loss or estrangement or whatever the reason, we come together as a church community that’s part of your chosen family to share a holiday meal.

This year’s dinner will be casual. It will be a potluck (so bring the thing you love having at a holiday meal).

RSVP here so we know to plan for your presence. Everyone is welcome!

Advent week 4: Love

Our Advent Theme is “The Hopes and Fears of All the Years.” This week we will focus on Love by looking at the story of Joseph’s dream (Matthew 1:18-23). Joseph’s fears are overcome by love. Can we let God’s love overcome our fears and give us hopes?

Come together to play with words in an Advent way. WordPlay is an event for poetry lovers and writers, with writing prompts, time to write and time to share if you want to. On this night, we’ll make it festive with cookies and cider. No experience necessary!

Advent week 3: Joy

Our Advent Theme is “The Hopes and Fears of All the Years.” This week we will focus on Joy by looking at the story of Mary (Luke 1:26-38). When does joy take us by surprise? Do not fear!

Christmas is a busy season with a lot of feelings and we’re going to explore it all this year at our Surviving Christmas Show. Expect music from more than a dozen musicians, stories and poetry that we hope help you survive the season. 

Admission and refreshments are free.

Donations are accepted.

Advent week 2: Peace

Our Advent Theme is “The Hopes and Fears of All the Years.” This week we will focus on Peace by looking at the story of Zechariah (Luke 1:5-25). What are our hopes for Peace and what fears do we have that keep us from seeking Peace?

In our coffeehouse style worship–a worship experience when we listen to poetry and music to help us notice and understand more about God.

Christmas Show Postering Party

This Sunday (11/23) after worship let's poster the neighborhood for the Christmas Show!

It will be quick and easy (and not unfun)!

1. grab posters and map/list

2. go with a buddy & poster the neighborhood

3. meet at Pat's Tap for lunch

4. have some fun together

5. Together let's Survive Christmas!