The Logic of God’s Love

  From Doug Stevens, a Pastor-in-Residence at Restoration and Founder of the Renewal Project The literal translation of logos from the Greek is “word,” which is entirely inadequate for understanding the depth and force of this concept.  Logos is not merely the word for “word,” but carries the connotation of meaning, of explanation, of premise,…

Our 20th Anniversary

Restoration has a rich and diverse story. Next month, we will celebrate 20 years of ministry that began as St. Barnabas The Encourager Church and later became Restoration Covenant. Mark your calendar and make it a priority to attend these gatherings that will reconnect friends and celebrate the story of God’s faithfulness and favor. Friday…

Harvey Response

What can you do to assist with hurricane and flood relief? Summary: Pray for the areas afflicted and against additional flooding Prepare for the possibility of us receiving friends from Midsouth churches Provide by supporting local efforts to send items or support to people in need Plan–Help us as we are planning to send a Regional…

Experience Guatemala

I can say, without reservation, that this been the most extraordinary summer of my life. The red lines show our paths driven… The blue are the paths flown.   One of the high points our summer travel was our mission experience to Guatemala. I went there to serve with members of our youth leadership team…

Summer Baptisms

Throughout the history of the Church, baptism has been a powerful sign of one’s desire to be transformed in Christ and walk in the newness of life. At Restoration, baptism is celebrated as a sacrament—meaning we trust there there is a tangible grace that is present—and an intimate time to share what the Christ our…

Weekly Update Sunday 080217

Fourth of July Weekend! It’s… Bring your own lawn chair and we’ll camp out together with great worship and teaching! This Week: The SUMMER OF SECOND CHANCES “The Lord’s Prayer” Camp Elevate Sunday with prayers for VBC and Guatemala mission team!  NEWCOMERS’ LUNCH after worship  Prayers Please: Lease renewal negotiations The team heading to Guatemala on July…

Weekly Update

This Week: The SUMMER OF SECOND CHANCES Continues! VACATION BIBLE CLUB at Camp Elevate this week Monday, 6-8pm   BAPTISM will be celebrated Sunday at 4pm at Vieira’s in Avery Ranch Prayers Please: Lease renewal negotiations The team heading to Guatemala on July 7th For +10Families+ to find and join with us! STAY ON PACE…

Epilogue (Alicia Guevara)

So yes. One week ago we woke up our five kids at 5am and surprised them that we were leaving for Disney World. As hoped and as promised, all our Disney dreams magically came true. We sang the Frozen songs along with Elsa&Anna. We rode the Banshees in the fresh-to-park Pandora at Animal Kingdom {uh…

Weekly Update 050517

Our B.L.E.S.S. Series continues this week talking about the ministry of LISTENING. And PLEASE return your Begin with Prayer Cards back this week so our Prayer Team can support you! This Week: BLESS series continues! Midsouth Covenant Camp Registration is beginning! (http://www.midsouthcov.org/2017-midsouth-covenant-camp/) Baby/Family Dedications are next Sunday; Mother’s Day! Prayers Please: Thanks for all the new friends who…