In today’s message, we’re diving deep into a dilemma that’s familiar to many of us in the Bay Area: the choice to stay vs. the choice to leave. Whether it’s about your job, relationships, or even the state you live in, the decision to remain rooted in a place can be challenging yet deeply fulfilling. Join us as we explore how choosing to stay can c…

Worried about a potentially hard upcoming conversation? Want coaching around how to listen well in conversations that make you anxious? This content aims to help and equip you to show up with hope and helpfulness. Text Us: (650)600-0402Bởi Menlo.Church

This week we focus on the 2024 Election to ask questions from both sides of the political aisle, talking about the dangers of too much trust in figures outside of Jesus, and start with an update from out Hope for Everyone Campaign. Text us at (650) 600-0402.Bởi Menlo.Church

In today’s message, we explore the timely and crucial topic of faith in a divided world. With political tensions high, it’s easy to let our views overshadow our unity in Christ. Join us live as we uncover how Jesus calls us to respond with humility, love, and a focus on God’s Kingdom above politics. Through this sermon, we’ll dive into Philippians …

This week we chat how to be a good neighbor, jingles, marketing, and get to know our Executive Pastor of Ministries Jevon Washington a little bit better! Text Us: (650)600-0402Bởi Menlo.Church

In this message, Executive Pastor Jevon Washington challenges us to break down barriers and become true neighbors in a world that often prioritizes division over compassion. Through the powerful parable of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10:25-37, alongside passages from Romans 13:8-10 and Galatians 6:2, we explore what it means to extend grace, love, a…

This week we chat Halloween, get to know our new Executive Pastor of Ministries, and kick off our For the Bay series. Text Us: (650)600-0402Bởi Menlo.Church

Churches are often known more for what they are against rather than what they are for. We want to change that. In this series, we will discover the practical ways that we are constantly investing as a community through partnerships and programs. We will also provide opportunities to get involved practically and personally through those partners to …

This week we dive into baptism asking questions like: What is it about dunking someone in water that can be so transformational? Is baptism the same now as it was in the Bible? What was one of your all time favorite gifts you have received? Text Us: (650)600-0402Bởi Menlo.Church

Welcome to one of our favorite weekends at Menlo Church—Baptism Weekend! Moving our faith from a personal decision to a public commitment can be very difficult but it doesn’t have to be. On this special Sunday, we will offer you a chance to go public with your faith through baptism. Personal faith brings you into the kingdom, but public faith bring…

We wrap up our Hope for Everyone series and discus if we actually finished or just got started, talk about Jesus flipping tables and look ahead to Baptism Sunday! Text Us: (650)6700-0402Bởi Menlo.Church

Join us for Commitment Weekend as we celebrate God's faithfulness through powerful stories from our community and those who have gone before us. Drawing from Luke 15, we’ll reflect on God's deep love for everyone and His call to bring hope to all. Together, we’ll make pledges and commitments that have the power to transform 3% of the Bay Area throu…

As we are heading into our final weekend of HOPE FOR EVERYONE Phil and Mark want to chat about how we can prepare the way for God to be generous through our lives, give some tips on how to approach this weekend prayerfully and chat a little sports ball. Text Us: (650)600-0402Bởi Menlo.Church

This week we explore the prodigal son's journey, how we unpack from vacations, and how what we are doing for Hope for Everyone actually isn't for us. Text: (650)600-0402Bởi Menlo.Church

Welcome to the third week of our series, Hope for Everyone! In this message, "Hope Forged," we explore the powerful parable of the prodigal son (Luke 15:11-32) and how it shows God's unrelenting love for us—whether we've wandered far from Him or stayed close, but still missed His heart. Through the lens of personal stories and deep biblical insight…

This week we chat about why we are doing Hope for Everyone now, what is the prosperity gospel, what is revival, and also try to make talking about money and finances less weird and uncomfortable. Text us: (650)600-0402Bởi Menlo.Church

We dive into the parable of the lost coin, where Jesus highlights the joy in finding what was lost and the meticulous care taken to seek it out. In a culture that often gives up, moves away, or throws in the towel, Jesus doubles down to find what’s most valuable—people. We’ll discuss how every gift and contribution, no matter the size, plays a vita…

This week Phil breaks down our Hope for Everyone series and campaign, and we answer questions we have heard so far. We also get a sneak peak into some of the behind the scenes of how the campaign got started! Text us: (650)600-0402Bởi Menlo.Church

Join us as we embark on a new journey of faith, hope, and community in our latest series, "Hope for Everyone." Over the next four weeks, we’ll share our vision for the next ten years and how God is calling us to spread hope in the Bay Area and beyond. In this message, our lead pastor sets the stage for Menlo Church’s Hope for Everyone initiative, i…

In this episode we conclude our Storytellers series, get a sneak peak to where Menlo is headed next, and answer your questions about our Annual Congregational Meeting we hosted over the weekend. Here is our 23-24 Annual Report. Text Us: (650)600-0402Bởi Menlo.Church

Welcome to the final weekend of our Storytellers series! Today, we're celebrating where God has brought us as a community and looking ahead to where He's leading us. Whether you’re new to Menlo Church or have been with us for years, we hope you’ll see a community grounded in hope and eager to share how God is at work in our lives. Text Us: (650)600…

A few episodes back Harold Escalante shared how he found out that the father he grew up with was actually not his biological father. Up until that point he had not met with his biological father, and now we get to hear the rest of the story. Text us: (650)600-0402Bởi Menlo.Church

We all naturally share about what we care about. So, what does that mean for our faith? Through the example of the early believers, we'll see the transformative impact of sharing our lives, possessions, and stories with those around us.Bởi Menlo.Church

She's back! We catch up with Cheryl while diving deeper into what it means to write narratives for ourselves, and hearing more of Aisha's story! Text Us: (650) 600-0402Bởi Menlo.Church

This message will explore how Jesus used stories from the Scriptures to reveal truths about God's kingdom, character, and plans for humanity. We will highlight specific biblical stories that illustrate God’s redemptive work outside of His earthly ministry in Messianic prophecy and future promises. Submit Your Story!!!: https://docs.google.com/forms…

In this episode, we dive into the importance of small group communities, exploring why "circles are better than rows" for meaningful connections. We discuss whether the Apostle Paul was a storyteller and how his approach can inspire us to share our own stories. Plus, we address the common concern, "What if my story is boring?" and reveal how every …

In this message, we explore the transformative power of personal stories, emphasizing how God uses every chapter of our lives, even the challenging ones, for a greater purpose. We highlight the importance of sharing our stories within the community, as seen in Paul's relationship with the Corinthians, and encourage joining Life Groups for deeper co…

This week we wrap up our summer series on Romans 8 with chatting about how make the right choices right now, olympics and parenthood. Text us: (650)600-0402Bởi Menlo.Church

Discover how the decisions you make today can have lasting spiritual consequences as we explore the importance of living beyond condemnation, choosing the right spiritual investments, and assessing your eternal future. Drawing from Romans 8 and Galatians, this message will challenge you to evaluate the "interest rate" of your choices and align your…

Do you need hope today? This podcast is all about hope, with a splash of fly fishing, calling and purpose, bible knowledge and an invite for you! Text Us: (650)600-0402Bởi Menlo.Church

Join us for a powerful message on Romans 8:31-39, where we’ll explore the triumphant assurance of God’s unshakable love and support. In this sermon, we’ll delve into Paul’s bold declaration: “If God is for us, who can be against us?” and discover the victorious promise that nothing can separate us from the love of Christ. Whether you’re facing trou…

This week we sit down with Troy (San Mateo Campus Pastor) and Mark (Menlo Park Campus Pastor) to dive deeper into pain and suffering. What hope is there in our pain, and why do we suffer? We also chat about which campus is best, and we have special invite for you! Text Us: (650)600-0402Bởi Menlo.Church

In this sermon on Romans 8:28-30, Campus Pastor Mark Swarner helps explore the profound assurance that God works all things together for good for those who love Him and are called according to His purpose. We'll unpack the idea that God’s plan for us is rooted in His foreknowledge, predestination, calling, justification, and ultimately glorificatio…

This week Josh Fox, Creative Director, joins us to dive deeper into what it means for God to be with us in our pain when we ask for help. We also chat Nashville, songwriting and our upcoming volunteer kick off! Text Us: (650)600-0402Bởi Menlo.Church

In this sermon on Romans 8:26-27, we’ll focus on the comforting presence and intercession of the Holy Spirit in our lives. Paul tells us that the Spirit helps us in our weakness, especially when we don't know what to pray for. The Spirit intercedes for us with groans too deep for words, aligning our prayers with God’s will. This passage reassures u…

Prosperity gospel, fly fishing, hope and purpose - this chat with Phil EuBank, our Lead Pastor, covers it all! Shout out to all the volunteers that are helping out and we would love for you to be on our team! Text us: (650)600-0402Bởi Menlo.Church

In this sermon on Romans 8:18-25, we’ll explore the profound hope that sustains us through present sufferings. Paul assures us that our current struggles pale in comparison to the glory that will be revealed in us. We’ll delve into the imagery of creation itself groaning in anticipation, mirroring our own longing for redemption and the fulfillment …

How do I live into my true calling and purpose? What does it mean to be a son or daughter of God? This week we chat all about identity and what it means to be adopted into God's family. Text us: (650)600-0402Bởi Menlo.Church

Dive into this inspiring sermon on Romans 8:12-17, where we uncover the profound truth of our identity as God's children. In this episode, we explore how the Holy Spirit frees us from the flesh, calling us to live according to the Spirit, which leads to true life and freedom. Discover the powerful concept of our adoption into God's family, making u…

This week we chat the Holy Spirit, and what it means to have part of the living God inside of us. Phil shares a little bit more about his past and how that intersects with Restorative Justice, and how the Spirit gives us the power and perspective to get through the day. Text Us: (650)600-0402+Bởi Menlo.Church

This sermon, based on Romans 8:9-11, explores the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in believers' lives. It emphasizes that the presence of the Holy Spirit distinguishes Christians, giving them a new identity in Christ. Despite our mortal bodies being subject to death due to sin, the Spirit imparts life and righteousness, offering hope and re…

Today we sit down with Megan Cole and Joshua Jewell Horton to chat about Meg being a dog mom, the pursuit of study of scripture, and how we are always constantly being formed or deformed into or away from the image of God. Text Us: (650)600-0402Bởi Menlo.Church

In Romans 8:5-8, the Apostle Paul contrasts two ways of living: according to the flesh and according to the Spirit. This passage challenges us to reflect on our mindset and the orientation of our hearts. Paul emphasizes that living according to the flesh leads to death, but living according to the Spirit brings life and peace. The fleshly mindset i…

We kick off our new series with chat about GOAT basketball players and Phil's GOAT disciple, and dive into how we can have freedom in belief in Jesus. Text us: (650)600-0402Bởi Menlo.Church

Join us for our new summer series, "Beyond the Basics," a series on studying Romans 8. In this sermon, we delve into the profound truths found in Romans 8:1-4, where the Apostle Paul proclaims the freedom and new life we have in Christ. The key message centers on the transformative power of God's grace, which liberates us from the law of sin and de…

Matt Summers, Mountain View Campus Pastor, and Harold Escalante, Broadcast Director, help Mark wrap up our Smear Campaign series, chat about photography, being dads, and Harold shares a story of family lineage. Text Us: (650)600-0402Bởi Menlo.Church

It has never been easier to make a point rather than make a difference. Our words' performative nature, especially in this season, can be an easy excuse to avoid making a difference. James and Micah will give us important reminders about the actions we must take to live the life we were all made for. Text Us: (650)600-0402…

Do you ever find yourself wishing you hadn't said something? This week we dive into how to tame the tongue, and sneak peak of what is to come! Text us: (650)600-0402Bởi Menlo.Church

How do we tame our tongues from all the things that we come to regret saying later? Our friend Ashlee Eiland (Author, Writer, and Bible Teacher) explores the ides of containing the flame and gives us tools to help us respond as we gear up for this coming election season. Text Us: (650)600-0402Bởi Menlo.Church

Are you feeling anxious about the upcoming election season? Have you said things before that you regret saying during the midst of a heated political discussion? This podcast is for you! We give some practical tips of how to see and talk to others who disagree with us - modeling the way Jesus used diversity in His interactions.…