Zao MKE Church

Playing with Friends

Humans were not made to be alone! God created not just a garden for us to play in, but playmates to play with. Show up for your community as we consider together the divine call to collaborative play as both spiritual practice and the work of communal liberation.

The Discipline of Play

Can we learn to take play seriously? Prioritizing play in our lives is not just a choice, it's a commitment. How do we make play into a discipline without taking all the fun out of it?

Player One

Faith can seem so serious. But all our relationships - including with God - come alive when we play. How would your life (and faith!) feel different if you thought of God as your ever-present playmate?

Each One Teach One

How do you feel about the word "traditional"? It depends on the lineage of your traditions! Though empire claims that it's the only legitimate arbiter of "traditional" ideas, spirituality, and culture, we are actually called by God to foster and pass along alternative traditions. Let us keep alive the traditions that topple empires and bring liberation!

No Stupid Questions

This week, Pastor Jonah and Pastor Cameron answer questions directly from the community about God, faith, and more! Find their podcast, Christian Queeries, on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

You’ve Got This

Here we go again - a new year! Whether you're riding the highs of 2023 or still licking your wounds from a rough year, now is the time for a new start. God's given you everything you need to thrive this season.

Hark! A Christmas Eve Service

Sermon from Zao's 2023 candlelight Christmas Eve service

Hark! A Message of Joy

How can our hope in the coming and present liberation of God's people fill us with joy here and now?

 

Come hear about Mary's fiery song of God's justice and love.

Hark! A Message of Peace

This time of year, we hear messages of peace in the midst of active war. If the promises of peace through violence have proven themselves bereft, can we hope for something different from the Prince of Peace?

Hark! A Message of Hope

So many of us are waiting for a word of hope, reassurance, or direction. This season leading up to Christmas, we're paying special attention to the divine messages surrounding Jesus's birth.

The first angelic visit is surprising, confusing, and utterly unbelievable. Come find out why, and what it means for us this season.