This Sunday: Holy Confrontation

Hey Sacred Place Family,

We are three weeks into Lent, and the story is getting harder to look away from. This Sunday we sit with Peter—warming himself by a fire while Jesus is led away—and we ask ourselves the question the text quietly insists on: Who are we when the stakes are real?

One more thing—don’t forget to set your clocks forward Saturday night. Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday, March 8, which means we lose an hour of sleep but gain an evening of light. Plan accordingly, and we’ll see you at 11 AM Pacific Daylight Time.

This Sunday—Holy Confrontation

John 18:12–27 · March 8, 2026

Jesus answers every question with “I am.” Peter answers every question with “I am not.” The ego eimi / ouk eimi contrast at the heart of this passage isn’t just literary—it’s the theological spine of the week. Imagination fails under pressure. And then, maybe, it begins again.

Our kids will be exploring holy confrontation of a different kind—meeting the Canaanite woman and the daughters of Zelophehad, two stories of women who refused to accept “no” as the final word.

This Week at Sacred Place

Lenten Resources

We’ve created space for imagination and reflection this season. At the back of our gathering space you’ll find coloring pages, posters, a Lenten Spiral for reflection, the Lent devotional, and Practices for Families. Take what you need. If you need a digital version, let us know.

The Work of Imagination—Lent Series

We’re journeying through Lent together, exploring how imagination becomes faithful resistance under empire. Invite someone to walk this season with you.

Mission Sunday—March 22

Two weeks away. We’ll shift our focus from reflection to action—centering inclusion. Details coming soon.

I hope to see you Sunday,
Pastor Matthew