Cedar Ridge Community Church: Recent Episodes
Cedar Ridge Community Church
Cedar Ridge Community Church is a diverse, open, and affirming community of followers of Jesus, sharing God’s love with everyone and working to make the world a better place for all. We invite you to join us on our journey of growing to be more loving people who recognize that change must begin with us.
Jesus was a captivating teacher, and many of his most memorable teachings were conveyed as parables. These short, metaphorical stories were so artistic, vivid and compelling, they could be remembered after just one telling. But despite their apparent simplicity, Jesus’ parables contain paradoxes, surprises, and cryptic elements that demand deeper reflection and contemplation. Jesus explained they were intended “for those who had ears to hear.” We will therefore attempt to approach these stories with open hearts, laying aside our assumptions about what they mean, and inviting God to use their ambiguity to speak to us anew.
This week we look at the story of the widow of Zarephath as an example of faith that trusts in God's provision.
In this introductory message, we look at the author, context and main themes of the Epistle of James.
Concluding our series on the who God is and what God is like, this week we focused on what faith is really all about.
At Cedar Ridge, we want to be a community that celebrates our relationship with God and our own distinct perspective on what it means to follow Jesus. At the same time, we want to make room for and embrace doubt, uncertainty and mystery. Through this series we will explore who God is and what God is like as revealed through scripture, tradition, experience and reason—recognizing that our understanding of God is limited and evolves over time. We will focus particularly on the person of Jesus, “the image of the invisible God” (Colossians 1:15). Our hope is that through this series we will develop a more passionate, loving and worshipful relationship with God, a greater acceptance of each other’s spiritual journey, and a stronger commitment to partner in God’s work of healing and reconciliation in the world. This week we focused on “Who is Jesus?”#marylandchurchevent #churchinmaryland #communitychurchinmaryland #cedarridgecommunitychurch #burtonsvillemarylandchurch #montgomerycountychurches #howardcountychurches #communityevent #cedarridgecommunitychurch #whoisjesus #jesus #chuchinmontgomerycounty #churchinmaryland #mysteryofGod
At Cedar Ridge, we want to be a community that celebrates our relationship with God and our own distinct perspective on what it means to follow Jesus. At the same time, we want to make room for and embrace doubt, uncertainty and mystery. Through this series we will explore who God is and what God is like as revealed through scripture, tradition, experience and reason—recognizing that our understanding of God is limited and evolves over time. We will focus particularly on the person of Jesus, “the image of the invisible God” (Colossians 1:15). Our hope is that through this series we will develop a more passionate, loving and worshipful relationship with God, a greater acceptance of each other’s spiritual journey, and a stronger commitment to partner in God’s work of healing and reconciliation in the world. This week we focused on “What is God Like?”#marylandchurchevent #churchinmaryland #communitychurchinmaryland #cedarridgecommunitychurch #burtonsvillemarylandchurch #montgomerycountychurches #howardcountychurches #communityevent #cedarridgecommunitychurch #whoisgod #whatisgodlike #chuchinmontgomerycounty #churchinmaryland #mysteryofGod
At Cedar Ridge, we want to be a community that celebrates our relationship with God and our own distinct perspective on what it means to follow Jesus. At the same time, we want to make room for and embrace doubt, uncertainty and mystery. Through this series we will explore who God is and what God is like as revealed through scripture, tradition, experience and reason—recognizing that our understanding of God is limited and evolves over time. We will focus particularly on the person of Jesus, “the image of the invisible God” (Colossians 1:15). Our hope is that through this series we will develop a more passionate, loving and worshipful relationship with God, a greater acceptance of each other’s spiritual journey, and a stronger commitment to partner in God’s work of healing and reconciliation in the world. This week we focused on “Who is God?”#cedarridgecommunitychurch #crcc #pastormatthewdyer #exploringthedepths #easterseries #series #communitychurch #whoisgod #chuchinmontgomerycounty #churchinmaryland #mysteryofGod#marylandchurchevent #churchinmaryland #communitychurchinmaryland #cedarridgecommunitychurch #burtonsvillemarylandchurch #montgomerycountychurches #howardcountychurches #communityevent #cedarridgecommunitychurch #whoisgod #chuchinmontgomerycounty #churchinmaryland #mysteryofGod
The authors of the gospels collectively record seven statements made by Jesus on the cross. These brief utterances are significant: They are a record of what Jesus said during the intense, agonizing, and vulnerable hours of his death. On the cross, Jesus was literally and figuratively stripped bare. From the darkness of pain and sorrow, he cried out. But these are more than “dying words”—rather they contain hope, love, and life itself.Jesus’ words from the cross open a unique window into the heart and mind of God. Down through the centuries, people have studied them for their timeless truths. Moreover, they have experienced God’s presence in their own lives as they have meditated upon them. This Lent, we will take a contemplative approach to the gospel accounts of Jesus’ heart cries from the cross. We will invite God to speak to us afresh through them, to meet us in our vulnerability, and to help us become more like Jesus as we listen to him.This week we talked about accomplishment in the context of Jesus' words: "It is Finished"
The authors of the gospels collectively record seven statements made by Jesus on the cross. These brief utterances are significant: They are a record of what Jesus said during the intense, agonizing, and vulnerable hours of his death. On the cross, Jesus was literally and figuratively stripped bare. From the darkness of pain and sorrow, he cried out. But these are more than “dying words”—rather they contain hope, love, and life itself.Jesus’ words from the cross open a unique window into the heart and mind of God. Down through the centuries, people have studied them for their timeless truths. Moreover, they have experienced God’s presence in their own lives as they have meditated upon them. This Lent, we will take a contemplative approach to the gospel accounts of Jesus’ heart cries from the cross. We will invite God to speak to us afresh through them, to meet us in our vulnerability, and to help us become more like Jesus as we listen to him.This week we talked about abandonment in the context of Jesus' words: "I Thirst"
The authors of the gospels collectively record seven statements made by Jesus on the cross. These brief utterances are significant: They are a record of what Jesus said during the intense, agonizing, and vulnerable hours of his death. On the cross, Jesus was literally and figuratively stripped bare. From the darkness of pain and sorrow, he cried out. But these are more than “dying words”—rather they contain hope, love, and life itself.Jesus’ words from the cross open a unique window into the heart and mind of God. Down through the centuries, people have studied them for their timeless truths. Moreover, they have experienced God’s presence in their own lives as they have meditated upon them. This Lent, we will take a contemplative approach to the gospel accounts of Jesus’ heart cries from the cross. We will invite God to speak to us afresh through them, to meet us in our vulnerability, and to help us become more like Jesus as we listen to him.This week we talked about belonging in the context of Jesus' words: "...you will be with me in paradise."
This week we talked about hope in the context of Jesus' words: "...you will be with me in paradise."
This week, we conclude our Advent series with an exploration of peace in difficult circumstances--featuring Maya Angelou's "Amazing Peace" and an interview with former CNN correspondent and Cedar Ridge member Kathleen Koch.
This week, we look at the iconic Christmas movie "It's A Wonderful Life" as we explore the Advent theme of joy. (Only audio is available this week do to copyright claims.)
This week, we look at the cultural significance of Santa Claus, and feature Tolkien's book "Letters from Father Christmas" as we explore the Advent theme of love.
In this introductory week, we look at the historical context for Paul's letter to the Romans, and examine the message summarized in the first 17 verses.
This week we look at the metaphor of fire, and ask what does it mean for God to be "a consuming fire"?
This week we talked about how God can be seen in the wind, and the very air we breathe.
Today we consider the origins of the 4 "classical elements" of earth, wind, fire and water, and look at what earth reveals to us of God.
This week the youth lead the service and they talked about how the movie moana related to god.
This week we talked about the movie finding nemo and how Kevin was able to see god in it.
In this message we examine how Luke describes and understands the resurrection of Jesus.
Today we wrap up our series with a message about hope.
The videos discussed are here: Video 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fWreKSjaR8k Video 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9skYkQfAwus
Today we talk about faith, doubt, and having "a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control."
We look at the invitation to struggle with doubt, be real (more than right), "be being filled" with the Spirit, and re-engage with our church community.
This is a brief outdoor service to celebrate Earth Day and the completion of the community solar farm.
This week, we look at a passage that describes followers of Jesus as living stones, being built together to make something beautiful.
This week, we look at stones as foundational elements, old and reliable as the earth itself, and the way Jesus used them in his teachings
This week, we look at the idea of God as the Rock, and the temptations Jesus faced to manipulate both rocks and the Rock.
This week, we continue the series, "Goodreads: The Bible," focusing on some of its major purposes.
This week, we begin a new series, "Goodreads: The Bible," looking at the Bible's origins, its divine inspiration, and its humanity.
This week, at the end of our 'Good News For Everyone' series, we look at how the Kingdom of God often collides with the way of the world.
This week, we look at what Jesus says it means to follow Him, and how we can live out His teachings starting right now.
Note: Apologies for the technical difficulties! For the first 10 minutes of the message which did not make the recording, we have attached a PDF transcript below the series description.
This week, we examine 6 stories from Luke looking at the call to imitate God’s generous, indiscriminate love as part of an inclusive, equitable community.
This week, we look at the radical message of Jesus' "Sermon on the Plain" and examine two miracles: the healing of a centurion's servant, and the raising of a widow's son.
This week, we look at how Jesus grew a dedicated following—and a dedicated opposition—in a relatively short time at the start of his ministry.
In this first week, we look at how Jesus grew in wisdom and strength, empowered by the Holy Spirit. And we ask how Jesus's identity, as described by Luke, impacts our own sense of self.
On this last Sunday before Christmas, we gather together for an all ages service in the auditorium for our traditional Christmas service of readings, prayers and Christmas carols.
This week, we focus on the fascinating backstory behind 'Angels from the Realms of Glory' and its author, James Montgomery.