Oceanside Sanctuary

"The Triumph of Jesus": Matthew 21: 1-11

Oceanside Sanctuary — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:53:17 +0000

In this Palm Sunday episode of The Collective Table, Jenell Coker explores the Triumphal Entry of Jesus through a fresh lens. Starting with the fascinating Koffer illusion, Jenell illustrates how our cultural backgrounds shape our perspectives and what we are conditioned to see.

She dives into the historical context of Matthew 21, contrasting Jesus's humble, peasant procession on a donkey with Pontius Pilate's imperial parade of Roman military power happening on the exact same day. Discover why the story of Palm Sunday is more than just a sanitized tale for children—it is a profound act of political theater that challenges our modern obsessions with power, wealth, and privilege. Join Oceanside Sanctuary Church as we are reminded to look past our fickle nature and keep our eyes on Jesus as our "True North."

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Palm Sunday
(00:01:06) - The Coffee Illusion
(00:05:12) - Donkey and the Turnover of the Tables
(00:15:09) - Looking at the Story of Jesus
(00:24:46) - Train Our Hearts for Christ of Love

"The Protest of Jesus" - Matthew 21:12-13

Oceanside Sanctuary — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:13:07 +0000

In this episode, Co-Lead Pastor Jason Coker continues our Lenten series, Snapshots of Jesus, by exploring the familiar yet challenging story of Jesus cleansing the temple in Matthew 21:12-13.

Pastor Jason dives into the historical and cultural context of the ancient temple, explaining how a place meant for healing and prayer had been corrupted into a system of profit and exploitation. By weaving together the prophetic traditions of Isaiah and Jeremiah, Jesus delivers a disruptive message: the Gospel's good news of liberation for the oppressed often arrives as bad news for the oppressors.

Join us as we wrestle with what it means to be followers of Jesus today, discovering that true freedom is found when we realize that all of our liberation is bound up in one another.

Episode Highlights:

The historical context of Passover pilgrims and temple economics.
Why prophets bring "bad news" to those in power.
The profound truth that systems of oppression harm both the oppressed and the oppressor.

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - Welcome to Oceanside Sanctuary Church Podcast
(00:00:41) - Snapshots of Jesus
(00:02:56) - Good News and Bad News
(00:08:14) - Jesus Disrupts Business at the Temple
(00:17:19) - Jesus Bringing Good News to the Poor

"The Leadership of Jesus" - John 13:1-17

Oceanside Sanctuary — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:42:32 +0000

In this week’s Sunday teaching at Oceanside Sanctuary, Co-Lead Pastor Jason Coker explores the familiar story of Jesus washing his disciples' feet in John 13. Continuing the Lenten series "Spotlights on Jesus," Jason unpacks the biblical "reversal motif"—the radical idea that the last shall be first and the first shall be last.

But is "servant leadership" just a clever strategy for getting ahead in a cutthroat world? Drawing on examples from modern geopolitical power dynamics to the classic 1983 sci-fi movie WarGames, Jason challenges us to see that Jesus wasn't offering a new way to win the world's game of power and competition. Instead, he was inviting us to stop playing the game altogether.

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - Spotlights on Jesus
(00:05:13) - One Daughter's Attempt to Compete
(00:09:47) - The Last Shall Be First and the First Shall Be Last
(00:18:14) - Stephen Miller: Only When Our Arms Are Supplied Can We Win
(00:29:45) - A Community of Love
(00:31:01) - Prayer at Sanctuary

"A Time Of Testing" - Matthew 4: 1-11

Oceanside Sanctuary — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 17:15:00 +0000

In this week’s episode, Pastor Jenell Coker of Oceanside Sanctuary explores the story of Jesus's temptation in the wilderness from Matthew 4:1-11. As we journey through the third week of Lent, Pastor Jenell unpacks the significance of the "40 days and 40 nights," moving beyond the idea of Jesus as an untouchable superhero to examine his profound, relatable humanity. Join us as we reflect on what it means to willingly enter our own wilderness, face internal struggles, and find spiritual renewal in the midst of life's difficult tests.

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"A Baptism of Solidarity" - Matthew 3:13-17

Oceanside Sanctuary — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:16:36 +0000

In the first week of our Lenten series, "Snapshots of Jesus," Co-Lead Pastor Jason Coker dives into the story of Jesus' baptism in Matthew 3:13-17. Rather than viewing baptism merely as a strict act of obedience to an institution, Pastor Jason explores its historical roots in the Jewish practice of mikvah and the radical nature of John the Baptist's wilderness ministry. Ultimately, we learn how Jesus stepping into the Jordan River was a profound act of solidarity with the marginalized, the outcasts, and those pushed to the edges of society. Join us as we rethink what baptism means for us today and how it invites us into deeper alignment with the life, teachings, and solidarity of Jesus.

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - Snapshots of Jesus
(00:03:39) - I Was Forced To Be Baptized At 15
(00:09:20) - What Does Baptism Mean?
(00:16:48) - John the Baptist Calls the Disenfranchised to His Mikv
(00:24:56) - What If Our Baptism Was Our Solidarity With Dissaffiliated Christians
(00:33:19) - Psalm 107

"Faith in Action" - Matthew 25:31-46

Oceanside Sanctuary — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:35:23 +0000

In the final week of our core values series, Co-Lead Pastor Jason Coker unpacks what it means to put "Faith in Action." Exploring the familiar parable of the sheep and the goats in Matthew 25, Jason tackles an ancient religious debate: Which is more righteous, spiritual devotion or good deeds?

Through a highly relatable (and slightly exhausting) metaphor about the never-ending reality of home repair, Jason illustrates the Jewish concept of Tikkun Olam—repairing the world. He challenges the modern Christian tendency to focus on signaling the "right" religious identity rather than doing the actual work of the Gospel. Ultimately, Jesus makes it clear: God identifies with the hungry, the sick, the stranger, and the imprisoned.

Join us for a grounded, practical message about stepping past performative faith and committing to the everyday acts of loving-kindness and justice that keep our shared "house" from falling apart.

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - Black Americans in the Elevator
(00:02:11) - Core Values
(00:04:28) - Home Repair in Matthew 25
(00:10:13) - Jesus in Matthew, The Parable
(00:21:22) - Repairing the World With Good Deeds
(00:26:50) - Crucified: A Mitzvot

Ash Wednesday: Super Bloom in the Desert

Oceanside Sanctuary — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:33:04 +0000

In this Ash Wednesday homily, Co-Lead Pastor Jason Coker invites us into the solemn and reflective 40-day season of Lent. Contrasting the stark reality of Ash Wednesday with the vibrant "super bloom" of Easter, Jason explores a profound truth: you cannot have a super bloom without a desert, and you cannot have resurrection without death.

Drawing on Genesis 3:19 ("you are dust, and to dust you shall return"), the philosophy of Thomas Hobbes, and the spiritual insights of Thomas Merton, this message challenges our modern desire for endless, consumer-driven happiness. Instead, it offers a restorative view of repentance—not as a tool for shame, but as a clear-eyed embrace of our humanity and fallibility.

Join us as we step into our inner deserts, reckoning with our mortality to prepare our hearts for the unpredictable, unearned gifts of grace to come.

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - Ash Wednesday: The Super Bloom

"Liberating Love" - Luke 10:25-37

Oceanside Sanctuary — Tue, 17 Feb 2026 17:46:39 +0000

In this episode, Co-Lead Pastor Jason Coker continues our series on The Oceanside Sanctuary’s core values by exploring the fourth value: Liberating Love.

Reflecting on the parable of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10, Jason unpacks the tension between the "letter of the law" and the "spirit of love." While religious rules often seek to define who we don't have to help, Jesus teaches that love has no boundaries. Jason discusses five distinct ways this story reveals liberation—freeing not only the victim from suffering but also the outsider from judgment, the community through participation in justice, and even the law itself from rigid constraints. Tune in to discover why the true business of the church is not just "people," but the revolutionary act of love.

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - Coming Soon: Sunday Teaching Podcast
(00:00:39) - Our Core Values
(00:02:37) - The Law of Love
(00:11:23) - The Law of Love and Its Impact
(00:16:48) - The Law of the Good Samaritan
(00:25:21) - The Law's Last Liberation
(00:29:08) - What Business Are We In?
(00:33:04) - Crucified Love

"See for Yourself" - John 20: 24-29

Oceanside Sanctuary — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 19:25:16 +0000

In this Sunday teaching, Co-Lead Minister Jenell Coker continues our series on Oceanside Sanctuary's Core Values, focusing this week on "Sacred Stories."

Drawing from the Gospel of John (20:24-29), Jenell re-examines the narrative of "Doubting Thomas." Rather than seeing Thomas's hesitation as a failure of faith, she presents it as a vital invitation to investigate the Divine for ourselves. Exploring the gritty realism of Caravaggio’s painting The Incredulity of Saint Thomas, Jenell illustrates how personal encounters with the risen Christ—and the sharing of those experiences—are what truly transform us.

We are challenged to move beyond simply consuming the stories of others and instead learn to articulate our own. From the "sacred ordinary" of daily tasks to the pursuit of justice, how do we recognize and record God's presence in our lives? Join us as we explore the power of journaling, testimony, and the healing found in owning our sacred stories.

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - sacred stories
(00:04:51) - The Crucified Thomas
(00:14:00) - How Well Do You Know Your Story?
(00:17:42) - A Bookmark for the Church
(00:19:23) - How Do You Experience God?
(00:22:11) - St. Thomas' Story

"Integrated Spirituality"- Matthew 6: 5-15

Oceanside Sanctuary — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 19:30:00 +0000

In this conversation, Jason Coker discusses the core values of the Oceanside Sanctuary, focusing on the concept of integrated spirituality. He explores the journey of faith, the significance of the Lord's Prayer, and the interplay between personal, social, and political dimensions of spirituality. Coker emphasizes that spirituality should encompass all aspects of life, advocating for a holistic understanding of the gospel that addresses both personal and societal issues.

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - Sunday Teaching
(00:01:38) - Our Core Values for 2025
(00:03:45) - A Prayer for the Community
(00:05:02) - Married Christians Throw Out All Their Music in Their Early 20s
(00:10:48) - The Lord's Prayer: A Canon within the Canon
(00:16:15) - The Meaning of The Lord's Prayer
(00:27:57) - Forgiveness in the Christian theology
(00:38:30) - A Prayer for Sanctuary

"Who Do you Say That I Am?" - Mark 8:27-30

Oceanside Sanctuary — Mon, 26 Jan 2026 18:00:00 +0000

In this improvised yet profound sermon, Mark Weathers steps in for ill colleagues to tackle one of the most pivotal questions in the Gospels: "Who do you say that I am?" (Mark 8:27-30). Mark explores this inquiry not as a test with a single correct answer, but as a "Jesus Koan"—a sacred riddle designed to bypass the intellect and transform the spirit. Drawing parallels between the "Messianic Secret" and Zen practice, he invites listeners to encounter the face of Christ in scripture, ritual, art, strangers, and the messy vulnerability of friendship, urging us to live into the mystery rather than seeking easy certainties.

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - Coming Soon: Sunday Teaching Podcast
(00:00:38) - A Sick Pastor's Preaching
(00:02:38) - Mark 10: Who Do You Say That I Am? The Mess
(00:10:26) - Who Do You Say That I Am?
(00:15:21) - The Jesus Cohen Question: Who Do You Say That I Am?
(00:27:56) - The Need for a New Friend

MLK Sunday - The Spirit of the Lord is Upon Us (feat. Dr. Lisa Tunstall)

Oceanside Sanctuary — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:46:00 +0000

In this powerful MLK Sunday guest sermon, we welcome Dr. Lisa Tunstall from McCarty Memorial Christian Church in Los Angeles. Preaching from Luke 4:16–21, Dr. Tunstall connects the prophetic mission of Jesus—to bring good news to the poor and freedom to the oppressed—with the urgent need for social justice and resistance in our current political climate.

Drawing from her own childhood experiences in the segregated South and the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., she challenges us to reject apathetic amnesia and embrace our assignment of holistic liberation. She reminds us that the "Spirit of the Lord" empowers us not just for spiritual salvation, but to confront systemic injustice, heal the brokenhearted, and build a beloved community that stands together against fear and hatred.

Key Takeaways

Holistic Liberation: Jesus’s ministry manifesto in Luke 4 was a direct challenge to the systems of his day, addressing both spiritual needs and physical realities.
The God Response: In times of political turmoil, our response must be grounded in the Spirit—bringing hope, healing, and Jubilee.
The Power of Community: We cannot do this work alone; we must pray, hope, and work together.
Faith in Action: True belief requires speaking out against injustice, lying, and the sowing of discord.

Memorable Quotes

"The Spirit of the Lord is upon you to be witnesses... God is resting not only upon you, but He's moving in you."
"In a world bent on division, the Spirit of the Lord is calling us to unity."

Resources Mentioned

Scripture: Luke 4:16-21, Isaiah 58
Guest Speaker: Dr. Lisa Tunstall, McCarty Memorial Christian Church, and president of the non-profit Broken, Mended, and Restored

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Social Justice Church Podcast
(00:02:55) - The Spirit of the Lord is On Me
(00:09:57) - God's Response to the Violence
(00:13:34) - Jesus' Mission Statement
(00:20:07) - Why Aren't More People Outraged About Pedophiles?
(00:24:48) - The Spirit of the Lord Is Upon Us

"Authentic Belonging" - Luke 19:1-10

Oceanside Sanctuary — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:36:00 +0000

In this episode, Jason introduces Mission 2030, a new vision for The Oceanside Sanctuary shaped by a year-long process of appreciative inquiry. We begin a new teaching series on our five refined core values, starting with the first and most clear result: Authentic Belonging. Exploring the story of Zacchaeus in Luke 19, we look at how Jesus prioritized people over rules and how true belonging creates a feedback loop of safety, wholeness, and healing.

Key Takeaways

The 5 Core Values of Mission 2030: Authentic Belonging, Integrated Spirituality, Sacred Stories, Liberating Love, and Faith in Action.
Eating as a Political Act: Jesus didn’t just eat with Zacchaeus to be nice; he did it to dismantle the social hierarchy that excluded "sinners" and collaborators.
People Over Rules: Just as the Sabbath was made for man (and not man for the Sabbath), our religious rules should serve human flourishing, not weaponize differences.
The Feedback Loop of Faith: Like taking medicine for high blood pressure, we practice belonging because we believe it works—and the result is a community where we no longer have to be afraid of each other.

Memorable Quotes

"We create an affirming community where everyone can bring their whole selves and know they belong."
"I am made whole by your difference... I don't have to be afraid of who you are. I can delight in your differences because they create safety for me."
"Man was not made for the Sabbath. The Sabbath was made for man."

Resources Mentioned

Scripture: Luke 19:1–10 (NRSV)
Book: Separation of Church and Hate by John Fugelsang

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Welcome to The Collective Table
(00:00:41) - Our Core Values as a Church
(00:07:21) - Realizing Authentic Belonging
(00:15:27) - Jesus' Eating With a Tax Collector
(00:24:58) - The Right to Speak Out About Religious Hate
(00:26:58) - Paul on the Right to Love Gay People
(00:35:26) - Nonjudgment at Sanctuary

"Presence" – Isaiah 63:7–9

Oceanside Sanctuary — Mon, 29 Dec 2025 20:00:00 +0000

December 28, 2025 | Speaker: Jason Coker | Scripture: Isaiah 63:7–9

Episode Summary In this final sermon of the Christmas season, Jason explores the profound difference between seeking God's power and resting in God's presence. Drawing from a lament in Isaiah 63, he challenges us to look beyond the "fantastical" and "miraculous" to find salvation in the quiet, empathetic nearness of God. By examining the subtle but powerful differences in ancient Hebrew translations, we discover a God who doesn't just watch our suffering but is afflicted with us—offering a model of justice rooted in deep empathy. As we close out a difficult year, we are invited to cultivate a "practice of the presence" that sustains us for the future.

Key Takeaways

The Twelve Days of Christmas: Christmas isn't just a single day of overwhelming consumption; it is a season ("Christmastide") that stretches out the experience of grace, teaching us that God's goodness often fills the space rather than arriving in a single flash.
Presence Over Power: While we often desire God to show up with miraculous power to fix our problems, Isaiah reminds us that it is God's presence—not merely angels or messengers—that truly saves us.
The God Who Suffers With Us: A closer look at the Masoretic text of Isaiah 63:9 reveals a God who is "afflicted in our affliction." This empathy transforms our understanding of justice: God acts on our behalf because God feels our pain.
Practicing the Presence: In a world filled with struggle (and looking back on a "rough" 2025), cultivating a daily awareness of God's presence is a vital survival mechanism that connects us to the ultimate source of compassion and resilience.

Memorable Quotes

"The goodness of God, the grace of God, the majesty of God doesn't come in a flash... Instead, it stretches out. It fills the space."

"It was no messenger or angel, but his presence that saved them."

"If God's presence is made possible by God's empathy... That changes everything."

"We cultivate an awareness of God's presence... to connect us with the source of empathy and compassion and justice."

Resources

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Common Table
(00:01:53) - Reading of Isaiah, Chapter 63
(00:03:54) - Why Should We Put Up the Christmas Tree Until Christmas Eve?
(00:09:39) - God's Presence in the Christian Church
(00:16:46) - Do We Really Want God's Presence?
(00:28:18) - I Want to Know God More
(00:29:08) - Crucified Word

"Love With Us" - Isaiah 7:10-16

Oceanside Sanctuary — Mon, 22 Dec 2025 20:38:00 +0000

December 21, 2025 | Speaker: Jason Coker | Scripture: Isaiah 7:10-16

Episode Summary In this final week before Christmas, Jason Coker continues our Advent series by exploring the tension between our desire for control and the "slow work" of God. Drawing from the story of King Ahaz in Isaiah 7, Jason illustrates how we often cloak our lack of faith in religious language when we are afraid. Through a nostalgic story about a hidden BMX bike and the visceral imagery of pregnancy, this message challenges us to trust that God’s promises are gestating even when we can’t see them. Ultimately, we are reminded that the name Immanuel is a promise that God is with us not just in the destination, but in the long, often painful process of waiting.

Key Takeaways

The Illusion of Control: Just as we wrap gifts to show the recipient they aren't in control of the grace they receive, God's timing is independent of our efforts to force a "quick fix" salvation.
Trusting the "Slow Work": Quoting Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, Jason emphasizes that God’s purposes often move at the pace of a pregnancy—slowly, involving both signs of hope and periods of discomfort.
The Trap of False Piety: We see in King Ahaz how easy it is to use "spiritual" excuses to avoid truly trusting God, opting instead to rely on our own power and political alliances.
Presence Over Rescue: The salvation God offers may not be the immediate rescue we want, but it is the presence we need—the "God with us" who remains through the dark, the waiting, and the fulfillment.

Memorable Quotes

“Wrapping presents is a kind of symbolic way of demonstrating that you are disconnected from control of the very good things that you receive. That’s how grace works.”
“Always trust in the slow work of God.” — Pierre Teilhard de Chardin
“My imagination when I appeal to God is so impoverished compared to what God actually delivers.”
“God is with us in the pregnancy of God’s promises, God is with us in the deliverance, and God is with us in the raising up and the maturing of those promises.”

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Chapters

(00:00:00) - Advent Series
(00:01:37) - Isaiah 7: The Birth of Jesus
(00:04:40) - Christmas Gifts That You Didn't Get
(00:09:31) - Isaiah chapter 7, The Israel story
(00:14:55) - Isaiah 7: Ask a Sign of the Return of the Israel
(00:25:58) - God's Deliverance

"Joy in Bloom" - Isaiah 35:1-10

Oceanside Sanctuary — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0000

December 14, 2025 | Speaker: Jason Coker | Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10

Episode Summary In this week's sermon, Jason Coker leads us through the third week of Advent, focusing on the theme of Joy. Drawing from the poetic imagery of Isaiah 35, where the desert blossoms like a crocus, Jason explores how joy often emerges as an organic byproduct rather than something we can force. He shares a personal story of holding his new granddaughter to illustrate the practice of savoring the moment. This message invites us to balance the spiritual work of "preparing" with the faith of "letting go," and challenges us to ruthlessly eliminate hurry from our lives so we don't miss the beauty blooming right in front of us.

Key Takeaways

Joy is an Organic Byproduct: You cannot simply decide to "have joy." It comes as a result of engaging in the rhythms of preparing (doing the work) and letting go (surrender).
Hope in the Desert: Isaiah 35 offers a vision of reversal—where the dry wilderness blooms—reminding us that even when things seem to be falling apart, restoration is possible.
Awakening and Surrender: We live in a paradox where we must do our part to plant and water the seed, but ultimately surrender control over the growth.
The Discipline of Noticing: Beyond working and surrendering, we must cultivate the spiritual practice of slowing down to notice and savor beauty when it appears.

Memorable Quotes

“We live between the act of awakening and the act of surrender.” — John O'Donoghue
“Hurry is the great enemy of the spiritual life in our day. You must ruthlessly eliminate hurry from your life.” — Dallas Willard
“In the experience of beauty, we awaken and surrender in the same act.”

Resources

This Weekly Sermon Podcast is A Production of The Oceanside Sanctuary Church in Oceanside California. Click here to support our work or Learn more about us.

"A Dream for Peace" - Psalm 72

Oceanside Sanctuary — Mon, 08 Dec 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Date: December 7, 2025

Speaker: Rev. Jenell Coker

Scripture: Psalm 72

Welcome to the second week of Advent at The Collective Table. In this episode, Co-Lead Minister Jenell Coker explores the season's second theme: Peace.

We often imagine peace arriving through a powerful, top-down ruler—a "King David" figure who will fix everything from a throne. But drawing parallels between Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s "I Have a Dream" speech and David’s prayer in Psalm 72, Jenell reveals a subversive reality: the Kingdom of God often arrives not as a mighty cedar, but as a stubborn, unkillable root system.

Using the metaphor of a resilient Brazilian pepper tree in her own backyard, she illustrates how Jesus’ ministry was less about seizing political power and more like a mustard seed—grassroots, persistent, and sprouting up in unexpected places. This episode challenges us to stop waiting for the perfect leader to bring peace and instead asks us to consider where peace might be waiting to be born in us.

Key Takeaways:

The Dream of a Righteous King: Contrasting our human desire for a powerful political savior with the biblical vision of a King who prioritizes the poor, the needy, and the oppressed.
The Pepper Tree Metaphor: How a stubborn, "unkillable" stump in Jenell's yard teaches us about the eternal, resilient nature of God's Kingdom.
Grassroots Power: Understanding that while leaders like Dr. King give a movement voice, it is ordinary people—the "shoots rising from the ground"—who give it strength.
Conceiving Peace: A call to move beyond passive waiting during Advent and instead ask ourselves if we are "pregnant" with peace, ready to birth change in our own communities.

Memorable Quotes:

"We are not going to find lasting peace through just a couple of decent leaders... We're only going to find peace when that mustard seed grows within our own hearts."

"Dr. King gave a movement his voice. But the people gave it strength. They were the shoots rising from the ground everywhere. Like my pepper tree, they refused to die."

Resources:

This Podcast is a production of The Oceanside Sanctuary Church.

Scripture Reference: Psalm 72 (NRSVUE)

Chapters

(00:00:00) - I Have A Dream
(00:01:48) - A message from Psalm 72
(00:06:46) - Like a Pepper Tree on a Hill
(00:17:19) - As we celebrate Advent,

"The Naiveté of Hope" - Isaiah 2:1–5

Oceanside Sanctuary — Mon, 01 Dec 2025 21:30:00 +0000

Date: November 30, 2025

Speaker: Rev. Jason Coker

Scripture: Isaiah 2:1–5

Welcome to the first week of Advent at The Collective Table. In this episode, Co-Lead Minister Jason Coker explores the season's first theme: Hope.

We often think of hope as a childish wish for magic—like the anticipation of Santa Claus on Christmas morning. But what happens when we grow up and face the inevitable disillusionment of the world? Jason guides us through the journey from "childish naiveté" through adolescent cynicism, and finally into what philosopher Paul Ricoeur calls a "Second Naiveté"—a mature, chosen hope that believes in peace even when the world is at war.

Drawing from the prophet Isaiah, we look at the radical vision of a God who teaches wisdom rather than conquest, and an invitation to turn our swords into plowshares right here and now.

Key Takeaways:

The Evolution of Hope: Moving from the "childish magic" of believing in Santa Claus to the "adult magic" of realizing we are loved by people who truly see us.
Tribal Warrior vs. Universal Teacher: How Isaiah 2 shifts the image of God from a tribal chieftain of war to a universal source of wisdom and instruction.
The Second Naiveté: Overcoming cynicism not by forcing God’s hand, but by choosing to believe in goodness and righteousness despite the evidence around us.
Walking the Talk: A celebration of the Oceanside Sanctuary community’s 150th Anniversary and a reminder that our actions provide the evidence that this "naive" hope is real.

Memorable Quotes:

"When you go and try to conquer on that God's behalf, you have fundamentally said you do not believe in a God of goodness and righteousness and peace."

"We can be the evidence for the rest of the community... that this naive hope is worth believing."

Resources:

This Podcast is a production of The Oceanside Sanctuary.
Scripture Reference: Isaiah 2:1-5 (NRSV)

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Advent Podcast
(00:01:14) - Advent Message
(00:09:16) - Isaiah 2:8-9
(00:24:59) - Oceanside Sanctuary 150th Anniversary

150 Years of Spiritual Audacity: "A Song to Stir the Oceans" (feat. Reverend Yvonne Gilmore)

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 08:00:00 +0000

In this special Sunday Sermon, we celebrate a monumental milestone: the 150th anniversary of Oceanside Sanctuary Church. Joining us to mark this occasion is guest speaker Yvonne Gilmore, who brings a powerful message on the legacy of "spiritual audacity" and the enduring power of community.

Drawing from Psalm 46, Yvonne explores the concept of God not just as a static refuge, but as an active force that "stirs the oceans" and transforms landscapes. She weaves together the ancient wisdom of the Sons of Korah with the modern resilience found in Louis Armstrong’s What a Wonderful World—reminding us that true hope is a practice we perform even in the midst of global turmoil.

Listen in as we reflect on what it means to sing songs that hold true on both our best and worst days, and how a community deeply rooted in love can weather any storm to bring about a different manner of weather for the world.

Key Themes & Takeaways

Celebrating 150 Years: A look back at the "spiritual audacity" that has sustained the community for a century and a half.
The Power of Psalm 46: Understanding God as a "very present help" who calls us to be still and know—not to withdraw, but to witness the shifting tides of justice.
Songs of Resilience: How Louis Armstrong’s masterpiece, recorded during a time of national unrest, mirrors the call to see beauty and grace despite chaos.
Community as Refuge: Why our "best songs" are the ones we can sing together through both triumph and tragedy.
Poetic Wisdom: Insights from Tracy K. Smith’s poem An Old Story on how our collective singing can transform the atmosphere around us.

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Welcome to Oceanside Sanctuary Church's Podcast
(00:00:44) - Spirit of the Living God
(00:03:20) - Psalm 46
(00:04:51) - What a Wonderful World
(00:13:16) - An Old Story: Songs of Refuge

Unseen Witnesses Ep.12 - “Son of Encouragement" - OSC Sunday Sermons 11/16/25

Oceanside Sanctuary — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 20:19:00 +0000

Unseen Witnesses: Stories of Hope, Compassion, and Justice from the Margins of Scripture

Welcome to The Collective Table, the podcast of The Oceanside Sanctuary Church, where we celebrate the intersections of Jesus, justice, and joy. Each week we share a Sunday teaching that connects scripture to the bigger conversations happening in our community and beyond.

This fall we launched a new series: “Unseen Witnesses.”
The biblical narrative is often dominated by a few famous names, but what about the countless others whose stories are just as powerful? In this series, we uncover the lives of lesser-known biblical figures who lived on the margins—yet whose faith and actions inspire hope, compassion, and justice.

Each episode explores the narratives of courageous women, marginalized outsiders, and quiet heroes who modeled compassion and fought for justice. These unseen witnesses challenge us to live more justly, love more deeply, and recognize God’s presence in unexpected places.

This week’s message, "Son of Encouragement", taught by Jason Coker from Acts 13: 1-3, was recorded on Sunday, November 16, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary (OSC) in Oceanside, CA.

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Unseen Witnesses Ep.10 - “The Throne of Evil Loves a Good Distraction" - OSC Sunday Sermons 11/9/25

Oceanside Sanctuary — Mon, 10 Nov 2025 18:35:56 +0000

Unseen Witnesses: Stories of Hope, Compassion, and Justice from the Margins of Scripture

This week’s message, “The Throne of Evil Loves a Good Distraction", taught by Jenell Coker from Esther 1:10-22, was recorded on Sunday, November 9, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary (OSC) in Oceanside, CA.

Listen now to discover how these overlooked stories invite us into a deeper experience of faith, hope, and justice. Learn more or support our work: https://oceansidesanctuary.org

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Unseen Witnesses Ep.9 - “Even The Dogs" - OSC Sunday Sermons 11/2/25

Oceanside Sanctuary — Mon, 03 Nov 2025 18:00:00 +0000

Unseen Witnesses: Stories of Hope, Compassion, and Justice from the Margins of Scripture

This week’s message, "Even The Dogs", taught by Jason Coker from Matthew 15:21–28, was recorded on Sunday, November 11, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary (OSC) in Oceanside, CA.

Listen now to discover how these overlooked stories invite us into a deeper experience of faith, hope, and justice. Learn more or support our work: https://oceansidesanctuary.org

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Unseen Witnesses Ep.8 - “Standing Proud" - OSC Sunday Sermons 10/26/25

Oceanside Sanctuary — Tue, 28 Oct 2025 21:11:00 +0000

Unseen Witnesses: Stories of Hope, Compassion, and Justice from the Margins of Scripture

This week’s message, Standing Proud, taught by Travis Armes from Esther 3:1-6, was recorded on Sunday, October 26, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary (OSC) in Oceanside, CA.

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Unseen Witnesses Ep.7 - “Evil Has Been Decided" - OSC Sunday Sermons 10/19/25

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Unseen Witnesses: Stories of Hope, Compassion, and Justice from the Margins of Scripture

This week’s message, "Evil Has Been Decided", taught by Jason Coker from 1 Samuel 25:2–42, was recorded on Sunday, October 19, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary (OSC) in Oceanside, CA.

Listen now to discover how these overlooked stories invite us into a deeper experience of faith, hope, and justice. Learn more or support our work: https://oceansidesanctuary.org

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Unseen Witnesses Ep.6 - "What Do We Do With Martyr’s?" - OSC Sunday Sermons 10/12/25

Oceanside Sanctuary — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 21:15:26 +0000

Unseen Witnesses: Stories of Hope, Compassion, and Justice from the Margins of Scripture

This week’s message, "What Do We Do With Martyr’s?", taught by Mark Weather from Acts 7: 51-60, was recorded on Sunday, October 12, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary (OSC) in Oceanside, CA.

Listen now to discover how these overlooked stories invite us into a deeper experience of faith, hope, and justice. Learn more or support our work: https://oceansidesanctuary.org

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Unseen Witnesses Ep.5 - "Inspired Midwifery" - OSC Sunday Sermons 10/5/25

Oceanside Sanctuary — Mon, 06 Oct 2025 21:00:00 +0000

Unseen Witnesses: Stories of Hope, Compassion, and Justice from the Margins of Scripture

This week’s message, "Inspired Midwifery", taught by Larry from Exodus 1:8-22, was recorded on Sunday, October 10, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary (OSC) in Oceanside, CA.

Listen now to discover how these overlooked stories invite us into a deeper experience of faith, hope, and justice. Learn more or support our work: https://oceansidesanctuary.org

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Unseen Witnesses Ep.4 - "The Feeding of 5000" - OSC Sunday Sermons 9/28/25

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Unseen Witnesses: Stories of Hope, Compassion, and Justice from the Margins of Scripture

This week’s message, "The Feeding of 5000", taught by Jenell Coker from Matt 14: 13-21, was recorded on Sunday, 9/28/25 at The Oceanside Sanctuary (OSC) in Oceanside, CA.

Listen now to discover how these overlooked stories invite us into a deeper experience of faith, hope, and justice. Learn more or support our work: https://oceansidesanctuary.org

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Unseen Witnesses Ep.3 - "Old Rags and Worn-Out Clothes" - OSC Sunday Sermons 9/21/25

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Unseen Witnesses: Stories of Hope, Compassion, and Justice from the Margins of Scripture

This week’s message, “Old Rags and Worn-Out Clothes”, taught by Jason from Jeremiah 38:7–13, 39:15–18, was recorded on Sunday, September 21, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary (OSC) in Oceanside, CA.

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Unseen Witnesses Ep.2 - "So Moses Listened" - OSC Sunday Sermons 9/14/25

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 17 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Unseen Witnesses: Stories of Hope, Compassion, and Justice from the Margins of Scripture

This fall we launched a new series: “Unseen Witnesses.”

The biblical narrative is often dominated by a few famous names, but what about the countless others whose stories are just as powerful? In this series, we uncover the lives of lesser-known biblical figures who lived on the margins—yet whose faith and actions inspire hope, compassion, and justice.

This week’s message,"So Moses Listened", taught by Jason from Exodus 18:13-27, was recorded on Sunday, September 14, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary (OSC) in Oceanside, CA.

Listen now to discover how these overlooked stories invite us into a deeper experience of faith, hope, and justice.

Learn more or support our work: https://oceansidesanctuary.org

Unseen Witnesses Ep.1 - "A Little Cake" - OSC Sunday Sermons 9/7/25

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 10 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Unseen Witnesses: Stories of Hope, Compassion, and Justice from the Margins of Scripture

This fall we launch a new series: “Unseen Witnesses.”
The biblical narrative is often dominated by a few famous names, but what about the countless others whose stories are just as powerful? In this series, we uncover the lives of lesser-known biblical figures who lived on the margins—yet whose faith and actions inspire hope, compassion, and justice.

This week’s message, “A Little Cake,” taught by Jason from 1 Kings 17:8–16, was recorded on Sunday, September 7, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary (OSC) in Oceanside, CA.

Listen now to discover how these overlooked stories invite us into a deeper experience of faith, hope, and justice.

Learn more or support our work: https://oceansidesanctuary.org

OSC Sunday Teaching - "The Power of Possibility" - August 31, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 03 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +0000

Welcome to The Collective Table, where we celebrate the intersections of Jesus, justice, and joy! This podcast is brought to you by The Oceanside Sanctuary Church. Each week, we bring our listeners a recording of our weekly Sunday teaching at Oceanside Sanctuary, which ties scripture into the larger conversations happening in our community, congregation and podcast. We’re glad you’re here—thanks for listening.

This week, Jason's lesson is entitled "The Power of Possibility" and is based on the scripture found in Matt 13:10-17.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, August 31, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "Rich Toward God" - August 24th, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 27 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0000

This week, Jason's lesson is entitled "Rich Toward God" and is based on the scripture found in Luke 12: 16-21.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, August 24th, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - Educator Panel Discussion - August 17, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 20 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0000

This week, in honor of the new school year, we hosted Back to School Sunday. We celebrated our educators and students with fun prizes and recognition, and we also held a thoughtful panel discussion with educators from our congregation on the intersection of faith and their work.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, August 17, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "Go and Do Likewise" - August 10th, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 13 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0000

This week, Travis Armes's lesson is entitled "Go and Do Likewise" and is based on the scripture found in Luke 10: 25-37.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, August 10th, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "The Path of Being Unsettled" - August 3rd, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 06 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0000

This week, Mark Weather's lesson is entitled "The Path of Being Unsettled" and is based on the scripture found in Luke 16:19-31.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, August 3rd, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "Paying the Price, Pt. 1" - July 27th, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 30 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +0000

This week, Jason's lesson is entitled "Paying the Price, Pt. 1" and is based on the scripture found in Matthew 13:44-46.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, July 27th, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "Good Trouble" - July 20, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 23 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +0000

This week, Larry's lesson is entitled "Good Trouble" and is based on the scripture found in Luke 18: 1-8.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, July 20, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "The Unfair Father" - July 13, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +0000

This week, Jason's lesson is entitled "The Unfair Father" and is based on the scripture found in Luke 15:11-32.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, July 13, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "The Lost Sheep" - July 6th, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 09 Jul 2025 07:54:00 +0000

This week, Jenell's lesson is entitled "The Lost Sheep" and is based on the scripture found in Luke 15:1-7. You can watch the video she refers to at the beginning of the sermon here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ynhD-vq2DUE.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, July 6th, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "Hungry Strangers" - June 29th, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 02 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +0000

This week, Jason's lesson is entitled "Hungry Strangers" and is based on the scripture found in Matthew 25:31-46.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, June 29th, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "The Leftovers" - June 22nd, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 25 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000

This week, Jason's lesson is entitled "The Leftovers" and is based on the scripture found in John 6:1-15.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, June 22nd, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "A Great Banquet" - June 15th, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 18 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +0000

This week, Jason's lesson is entitled "A Great Banquet" and is based on the scripture found in Luke 5:27-32.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, June 15th, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "The Antithesis of Love" - June 8th, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 07:30:00 +0000

This week, our Co-Lead Minister, Jason, brought us a message entitled "The Antithesis of Love" which is based on the scripture found in Matthew 5:43:48. This Sunday also marks "Pride Sunday," our congregation's celebration of the LGBTQ+ community.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, June 8th, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "Daughter, Go in Peace: Community as Healing Practice" - May 25th, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 28 May 2025 07:30:00 +0000

This week, our Co-Lead Minister, Jenell, brought us a message entitled "Daughter, Go in Peace: Community as a Healing Practice" which is based on the scripture found in Luke 8:43-48.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, May 25th, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "The Practice of Celebration: The Antidote to Despair" - May 18th, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 21 May 2025 07:03:00 +0000

This week, our Co-Lead Minister, Jason, brought us a message entitled "The Practice of Celebration: The Antidote to Despair" which is based on the scripture found in Deuteronomy 14:22-27.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, May 18th, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "Silent Nights, Dark Nights" - May 11th, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 14 May 2025 07:30:00 +0000

This week, guest preacher Mark Weathers brings us a message entitled "Silent Nights, Dark Nights" which is based on the scripture found in Job 23:8-10.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, May 11th, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "Time to be Human" - May 4th, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 07 May 2025 07:14:00 +0000

This week, Rev. Claire Watson brings us a message entitled "Time to be Human" which is based on the scripture found in Ecclesiastes 3:1-8.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, May 4th, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

Bonus Teaching Episode: Still Wrestling with Good Friday

Oceanside Sanctuary — Fri, 02 May 2025 07:30:00 +0000

Good Friday isn't tidy. It's messy. It's heavy. And it asks something radical of us.

In this Good Friday homily from Oceanside Sanctuary, we reflect on Jesus' true test - not in the desert, but in a garden, surrounded by people ready to fight for him. Faced with real power, Jesus made a choice that still shakes the world: the choice of love over control, vulnerability over violence.

Too often, we've been told that Jesus died because we are inherently bad. But what if Good Friday isn't about guilt - it's about revealing the heart of God? What if it's not about our personal failures, but about the way humanity keeps choosing power over compassion?

In this message, we wrestle with the meaning of the "cup" Jesus accepted, why his death matters, and what it truly means to follow him in a world obsessed with domination and fear.

Released a couple of Fridays late - but maybe right on time for all of us still trying to choose love over power.

This teaching was recorded on Friday, April 18th, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "Cultivating Awareness" - April 27, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 30 Apr 2025 07:30:00 +0000

This week, guest preacher Larry Warner brings us a message entitled "Cultivating Awareness" which is based on the scripture found in Psalm 139:23-24.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, April 27th, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "Be Not Afraid" - April 20th, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 23 Apr 2025 07:30:00 +0000

This week, Jason's Easter lesson is entitled "Be Not Afraid" and is based on the scripture found in Matthew 28:1-10.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, April 20th, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "Praying the Psalms" - April 13th, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 16 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000

This week, Jenell's lesson is entitled "Praying the Psalms: A Practice for Honest Prayer" and is based on the scripture found in Psalm 118:27-29.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, April 13th, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "Fasting for Liberation" - April 6th, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 09 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000

This week, Jason's lesson is entitled "Fasting for Liberation" and is based on the scripture found in Matthew 6:16-18 and Isaiah 58:6-9.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, April 6th, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "The Year of the Lords Favor" - March 30, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 02 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000

This week, Jason's lesson is entitled "The Year of the Lords Favor" and is based on the scripture found in Luke 4:16-30.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, March 30, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "At the Root" - Luke 3:7-14

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 26 Mar 2025 07:01:00 +0000

This week, Jason's lesson is entitled "At the Root" and is based on the scripture found in Luke 3:7-14.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, March 23rd, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "A New Earth" - March 16th, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 07:00:00 +0000

This week, Jason's lesson is entitled "A New Earth" and is based on the scripture found in Isaiah 65:17-25.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, March 16th, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "Jubilee" - March 9th, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 04:00:00 +0000

This week, Jason's lesson is entitled "Jubilee" and is based on the scripture found in Leviticus 25:8-17.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, March 9th, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

Ash Wednesday Homily - Sorrow for a Doomed Nation

Oceanside Sanctuary — Thu, 06 Mar 2025 18:25:00 +0000

On this Ash Wednesday, Jason invites us into the season of Lent - a time of reflection, humility, and renewal. In this brief but poignant homily, he reflects on Jeremiah 4:19-22, exploring its relevance for our spiritual journey today.

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OSC Sunday Teaching - "Stargazing" - March 2nd, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 05 Mar 2025 08:00:00 +0000

This week, Jason's lesson is entitled "Stargazing" and is based on the scripture found in Genesis 15:1-6.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, March 2nd, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "Say What?!" - February 23rd, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 26 Feb 2025 07:00:00 +0000

This week, guest preacher Larry Warner's lesson is entitled "Say What?!" and is based on the scripture found in Micah 6:8. You can buy Larry's book, Beatitudes of Jesus: An Invitation into the Sacred Space of De(re)construction here: https://www.amazon.com/Beatitudes-Jesus-Invitation-Sacred-construction/dp/0998218650.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, February 23rd, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "The Whisper and the Fire" - February 16th, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 19 Feb 2025 05:30:00 +0000

This week, Jenell's lesson is entitled "The Whisper and the Fire" and is based on the scripture found in 1 Kings 19:1-13.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, February 16th, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "Swords Into Plowshares" - February 9th, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 12 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000

This week, Jason's lesson is entitled "Swords Into Plowshares" and is based on the scripture found in Isaiah 2:15.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, February 9th, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "Moses Stands up to God" - February 2nd, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 05 Feb 2025 06:00:00 +0000

This week, Jason's lesson is entitled "Moses Stands up to God" and is based on the scripture found in Exodus 32:7-14.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, February 2nd, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "The Wilderness Speaks" - January 26th, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 29 Jan 2025 05:00:00 +0000

This week, Claire's lesson is entitled "The Wilderness Speaks" and is based on the scripture found in Luke 3:1-6.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, January 26th, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "Water & Fire" - January 12th, 2025

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 15 Jan 2025 05:47:00 +0000

This week, Jason's lesson is entitled "Water & Fire" and is based on the scripture found in Isaiah 43:1-2.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, January 12th, 2025 at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "The Joy of Birth" - December 29th, 2024

Oceanside Sanctuary — Tue, 31 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000

This week, Jason's lesson is entitled "The Joy of Birth" and is based on the scripture found in Acts 10:44-48.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, December 29th at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "Mary's Manifesto" - December 22nd, 2024

Oceanside Sanctuary — Thu, 26 Dec 2024 07:00:00 +0000

This week, Jenell's lesson is entitled "Mary's Manifesto" and is based on the scripture found in Luke 1:46-55.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, December 22nd at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

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OSC Sunday Teaching - "Leaped for Joy" - December 15th, 2024

Oceanside Sanctuary — Sat, 21 Dec 2024 07:00:00 +0000

This week, Jason's lesson is entitled "Leaped for Joy" and is based on the scripture found in Luke 1:39-45.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, December 15th at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church (OSC) in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org.

OSC Sunday Teaching - "After the Deportation" - December 8th, 2024

Oceanside Sanctuary — Sat, 14 Dec 2024 06:00:00 +0000

This week, Jason's lesson is entitled "After the Deportation" and is based on the scripture found in Matthew 1:2-17.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, December 8th at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org. We hope to see you again soon!

OSC Sunday Teaching - "How Can This Be?" - December 1st, 2024

Oceanside Sanctuary — Sat, 07 Dec 2024 05:30:00 +0000

This week, Jason's lesson is entitled "How Can This Be?" and is based on the scripture found in Luke 1:26-38.

This teaching was recorded on Sunday, December 1st at The Oceanside Sanctuary Church in Oceanside, CA. To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org. We hope to see you again soon!

OSC Sunday Teaching - "The Expanding Feast" - November 24th, 2024

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 27 Nov 2024 05:30:00 +0000

This week, Jenell's lesson is entitled "The Expanding Feast" and is based on the scripture found in Luke 14:15-23.

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OSC Sunday Teaching - "Deep Solidarity" - November 17th, 2024

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 20 Nov 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Welcome to The Collective Table, where we celebrate the intersections of Jesus, Justice, and Joy! This podcast is brought to you by The Oceanside Sanctuary Church. Each week, we bring our listeners a recording of our weekly Sunday teaching at Oceanside Sanctuary, which ties scripture into the larger conversations happening in our community, congregation and podcast. We’re glad you’re here—thanks for listening.

This week, Claire's lesson is entitled "Deep Solidarity" and is based on the scripture found in Luke 12:13-21 (The Parable of the Rich Fool).

To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org. We hope to see you again soon!

OSC Sunday Teaching - "Lonely Places" - November 10th, 2024

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 13 Nov 2024 05:00:00 +0000

This week, Jason's lesson is entitled "Lonely Places" and is based on the scripture found in Luke 5:16.

To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org. We hope to see you again soon!

OSC Sunday Teaching - "Deep Humility" - November 3rd, 2024

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 06 Nov 2024 05:30:00 +0000

This week, Jason's lesson is entitled "Deep Humility" and is based on the scripture found in John 13:1-17.

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OSC Sunday Teaching - "All Are One" - October 27th, 2024

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 30 Oct 2024 04:30:00 +0000

This week, Jason's lesson is entitled "All Are One" and is based on the scriptures found in Galatians 3:28 as well as Matthew 5:43.

To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org. We hope to see you again soon!

OSC Sunday Teaching - "You Are Many" - October 20th, 2024

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 04:30:00 +0000

This week, Claire's lesson is entitled "You Are Many" and is based on the scriptures found in Proverbs 3:1-8.

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OSC Sunday Teaching - "You Are One" - October 13th, 2024

Oceanside Sanctuary — Wed, 16 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Welcome to The Collective Table, where we celebrate the intersections of Jesus, Justice, and Joy! This podcast is brought to you by Oceanside Sanctuary Church. Each week, we bring our listeners a recording of our weekly Sunday teaching at Oceanside Sanctuary, which ties scripture into the larger conversations happening in our community, congregation and podcast. We’re glad you’re here—thanks for listening.

This week, Jason's lesson is entitled "You Are One" and is based on the scriptures found in Luke 11:34 and Romans 7:19-25.

To learn more about our community or to support the work we do, visit us at https://oceansidesanctuary.org. We hope to see you again soon!

10.1.23 - "Unlikely Heroes: Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego" - Oceanside Sanctuary Gathering

Oceanside Sanctuary — Thu, 14 Dec 2023 19:51:46 +0000