First Alliance Church: Recent Episodes
First Alliance Church
Located in downtown Toledo, First Alliance Church has ministered to city residents for over 130 years. As part of the worldwide Christian and Missionary Alliance, First Alliance Church promotes Jesus Christ as our Savior, Sanctifier, Healer and Coming King. The church maintains the integrity of this original message in the midst of an ever-changing society while adapting its delivery to ensure the relevancy of our ministry
April 28, 2024
Luke 18:18-30, Matthew 19:22
Brandon Nutter, Envision Dominican Republic
March 10, 2024
Kairos Prison Ministry, Toledo Gospel Rescue Mission, Water for Ishmael, TrueNorth Ministries, Cherry Street Mission
November 12, 2023
John 15:5-8 I The Power and Purpose of Making Disciples
Pastor Donald Smith
October 29, 2023
Ephesians 6:1-4
Sue Trumbull, Director of Family & Children's Ministries
October 15, 2023
Home Mission Sunday:
Rosa Parks Elementary (Angela Hickman-Richburg)
Toledo Christian (Heather Taylor)
Toledo Urban Impact (Abby Segura and Garth Brittenham)
Bella Vita (Savannah Marten)
August 20, 2023
John 5:1-15 I Healing at the Pool
Rev. Thomas George, District Superintendent Great Lakes
August 6, 2023
Ephesians 1:15-23
Pastor Justin Thornton, Director of Church Multiplication Great Lakes District C&MA
July 2, 2023
What Is Required to be a Disciple of Jesus Christ?
Guest Preacher: Ross Owens
Executive Pastor, Allegheny Center Alliance Church
June 18, 2023
The Good Work I Week 4
Nehemiah 6 - Wisdom Against the Enemy's Schemes
Pastor Donald Smith
June 11, 2023
The Good Work I Week 3
Nehemiah 4 - When Enemies Attack
Pastor Mykel Pollock
June 4, 2023
Church Planting Sunday
Pastor Justin Thornton, Director of Church Multiplication, Great Lakes District of the Christian and Missionary Alliance
May 28, 2023 The Good Work I Week 2 Nehemiah 2 & 3 - Let Us Arise and Build Jason Horton
May 21, 2023The Good Work I Week 1Nehemiah 1 - Prayer to God Moves the Hearts of Kings and MenPastor Donald Smith
April 30, 2023
Handel's Messiah I Worthy is the Lamb that was Slain; Hallelujah
Pastor Kirk Schneemann
April 9, 2023
Handel's Messiah: Easter! I Know That My Redeemer Lives
Pastor Kirk Schneemann
March 5, 2023
Home Mission Sunday
Toledo Gospel Rescue Mission - Kelly Llanas
True North Ministries - Jason Horton
Cherry Street Mission Ministries - Kimberly McCown
Rosa Parks Elementary - Angela Hickman-Richburg
Water for Ishmael - Janelle Metzger
February 5, 2023
40 Days of Prayer: Prayer as an Expression of Hope
Pastor Kirk Schneemann
January 8, 2023
40 Days of Prayer: Prayer as Kingdom Partnership
Pastor Kirk Schneemann
September 18, 2022
Home Mission Sunday
(Kairos Prison Ministry, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Toledo Urban Impact, Toledo Christian Schools)
Completing the Great Commission will Require the Mobilization of Every Fully Devoted Disciple.
C&MA Core Values
May 15, 2022
Pastor Kirk Schneemann
Christian and Missionary Alliance Core Values
Lost People Matter to God. He Wants Them Found.
Pastor Kirk Schneemann
May 1, 2022
Home Mission Sunday | 2.13.22
Toledo Gospel Rescue Mission - Kelly Lianas
True North Ministries - Jason Horton & Ryan Hershberger
Water for Ismael - Janelle Metzger
SERMONETTE: Water for Ishmael - Chris Madden 26:00
Reawakening to the Return of Christ
Jason Horton
February 6, 2022
Series Big Idea: The aim of this 40-day focus is to fix our gaze on Jesus, remember who He is, what He has done, what He has given us to do, and what He will do in the future.
Reawakening to the Mission of Christ | 40 Days of Prayer
Pastor Kirk Schneemann
January 30, 2022
Pastor Donald Smith
January, 16, 2022
Series Big Idea: The aim of this 40-day focus is to fix our gaze on Jesus, remember who He is, what He has done, what He has given us to do, and what He will do in the future.
Series Big Idea: The aim of this 40-day focus is to fix our gaze on Jesus, remember who He is, what He has done, what He has given us to do, and what He will do in the future.
Big Idea: The life, death, and resurrection of Jesus are an example for us to appreciate and follow.
Series Big Idea: The aim of this 40-day focus is to fix our gaze on Jesus, remember who He is, what He has done, what He has given us to do, and what He will do in the future.
Big Idea: The bottom line of our mission is God’s glory, not ours.
Series Big Idea: Carols are the soundtrack of the season as we celebrate Advent.
Big Idea: Baby Jesus brought joy to the world, and his life continues to transform lives today.
Series Big Idea: Carols are the soundtrack of the season as we celebrate Advent.
Big Idea: Is there room in your life for the One who made room in his life for you?
Series Big Idea: Jesus’ half brother James offers us timeless instructions for living a God-honoring life.
Big Idea: The truly wise seek heavenly wisdom rather than human understanding.
Series Big Idea: Jesus’ half brother James offers us timeless instructions for living a God-honoring life.
Big Idea: We are to show love and respect to all…period!
Series Big Idea: Jesus’ half-brother James offers us timeless instructions for living a God-honoring life.
Big Idea: God is good, the giver of every good and perfect gift.
Series Big Idea: You’re a masterpiece created unique and special to glorify God and bless others.
Big Idea: You’ve been given gifts, passions, and talents to discover, develop and share.
Series Big Idea: Our core values guide us in our mission of family restoring God’s masterpieces for His glory.
Big Idea: We collaborate for the sake of the Kingdom of God.
Series Big Idea: Our core values guide us in our mission of family restoring God’s masterpieces for His glory.
Big Idea: We take faith-filled risks in launching new ministries to love our neighbors.
Series Big Idea: Our core values guide us in our mission of family restoring God’s masterpieces for His glory.
Big Idea: We are a mosaic of people loving God and doing life together.
Series Big Idea: Our core values guide us in our mission of family restoring God’s masterpieces for His glory.
Big Idea: We mobilize the next generation to fulfill the Great Commission.
Series Big Idea: Jesus’ half brother James offers us timeless instructions for living a God-honoring life.
Big Idea: Wisdom is one of God’s greatest gifts, available for the asking.
Series Big Idea: The book of Exodus describes God’s gracious liberation of the Jews from slavery to freedom.
Big Idea: We are blessed to be invited into God’s presence.
Series Big Idea: The book of Exodus describes God’s gracious liberation of the Jews from slavery to freedom.
Big Idea: God is holy and deserving of our worship…and holiness.
Series Big Idea: Mark’s gospel is the most concise biography of Jesus.
Big Idea: Keep watch, for the end of the world is coming…soon!
Series Big Idea: Mark’s gospel is the most concise biography of Jesus.
Big Idea: Get ready, for the end of the world is coming…soon!
Series Big Idea: Mark’s gospel is the most concise biography of Jesus.
Big Idea: Jesus has choice words about the heart of God and the heart of humans.
Series Big Idea: Mark’s gospel is the most concise biography of Jesus.
Big Idea: Someday all of the dead will be resurrected…are you ready?
Series Big Idea: Mark’s gospel is the most concise biography of Jesus.
Big Idea: Ultimately, everything we have belongs to the King of kings.
Series Big Idea: Mark’s gospel is the most concise biography of Jesus.
Big Idea: Jesus—the rejected cornerstone—challenges religion once again while predicting his own death.
Series Big Idea: Mark’s gospel is the most concise biography of Jesus.
Big Idea: Palm Sunday reminds us Jesus is LORD even in the midst of disillusionment.
Series Big Idea: Mark’s gospel is the most concise biography of Jesus.
Big Idea: Jesus has been given all authority in heaven and on earth…and he has given it to us for God’s glory.
Series Big Idea: Mark’s gospel is the most concise biography of Jesus.
Big Idea: Contrary to popular opinion, Jesus wasn’t always “nice,” but he never sinned.
Series Big Idea: Mark’s gospel is the most concise biography of Jesus.
Big Idea: The Kingdom of God is upside-down where the greatest serve.
Series Big Idea: Mark’s gospel is the most concise biography of Jesus.
Big Idea: Following Jesus involves total surrender, not just a one-time prayer.
If Christ has died for us on Calvary's Hill...why are we content to die on Capitol Hill?
Series Big Idea: We are beginning—and spending—the year on our knees seeking God’s direction, protection, passion, and unity.
Big Idea: We can live our lives according to the flesh or the Holy Spirit.
Series Big Idea: We are beginning—and spending—the year on our knees seeking God’s direction, protection, passion, and unity.
Big Idea: God invites each of us to participate in His mission…here and around the world.
Series Big Idea: We are beginning—and spending—the year on our knees seeking God’s direction, protection, passion, and unity.
Big Idea: We are to pray for and serve those who are unlike us, including those who make us feel uncomfortable.
Series Big Idea: We are beginning—and spending—the year on our knees seeking God’s direction, protection, passion, and unity.
Big Idea: “Be holy, for I am holy.” Repentance can help us turn toward holiness.
Our focus during this first week is on the Person of God and His attributes. Our Triune God is perfect in holiness and in all of His other attributes. As we see Him for who He is, see Him in the fullness of His glory, may we be drawn to a posture of worship before Him. He is perfectly worthy!
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