Jesus is quite clear about the purpose his disciples are supposed to serve as they follow Jesus’ unique way of life together as described in the Sermon on the Mount. They are supposed to be salt and light to those around them. The task becomes all that much clearer and challenging when we personalize this … More ‘Ye are the Light of Mound’
Here’s a glimpse of the people God is calling into our mission of launching MainStreet Covenant Church in Mound!
We are living into our vision of being people who are “in the marketplace daily with all who happen to be there” (Acts 17:17). Dave and Melissa met us in the Farmer’s Market, Deano heard about us from the chiropractor, and recently Laurie bumped into us at Caribou Coffee. Here’s her story: “A young man … More LAURIE’S STORY: A Coffeeshop Connection
“God’s ways are not our ways,” we often say somewhat flippantly. But to what extent are we willing to live into that reality? How far “out there” are we willing to in our obedient to God? Are we willing to follow the Apostle Paul in being “fools for Christ” (1 Cor 4)? Will we risk … More Strong & Courageous 3
In Joshua 4 the Israelites cross the Jordan River after God miraculously parts the waters for them. To commemorate the mighty work of God among them, Joshua has them set up 12 stones to be reminders of God’s faithfulness. “When the whole nation had finished crossing the Jordan, the LORD said to Joshua, “Choose twelve men … More Strong & Courageous 2
Enjoy another ‘Mission Moment’ from our church planting adventure in Mound, MN. MainStreet’s vision is to be a church that meets people where they do everyday life, forming relationships that point them to Jesus. We met Melissa this fall when she and her boyfriend, Dave, stopped by our MainStreet booth at the Farmer’s Market in … More MELISSA’S STORY: A Crossroads Moment
Here’s a ‘Mission Moment’ story from our church planting mission in Mound, MN. In Acts 16, Paul is called to the region of Macedonia in a vision. I believe God still calls people to particular places to bring the gospel. That’s why I’m in Mound. But I’m not alone. Another unsuspecting “victim” of the divine … More DEANO’S STORY: Called Back Home to Mound
This Friday MainStreet’s Revolution ministry hosted another open mic event giving local teen musicians a platform to showcase their talent. It was a blast! This is just one way our new church is serving and reaching out to the younger people in Mound. Enjoy some highlights!
There was more in the air than just oversized snowflakes on December 10 in Mound, MN. The MainStreet Revolution hosted the “Christmas Cafe” open mic event at the Threshold, and filled the air with sweet songs and melodies by some of the best local teen talent. Nearly 70 people turned out — mostly teenagers and … More A Snowy Night of Local Teen Talent
Being a Christian today means many things to many people. Going to church. Praying. Reading your Bible. Serving others. Giving generously. But it’s all boiled down to one thing: Walking by faith. I was reading Heb 11:8-12,19 today about Abraham and taking some notes. The DNA for being a radical Jesus follower today can be summed … More It’s Not Rocket Science, Just Faith
This week we’re kicking off MainStreet LifeGroups. Most churches over the past couple decades (especially) have realized the need to move people beyond the Sunday morning worship service and into deeper fellowship. Small Groups have been the answer. Unfortunately, even while Small Groups have become a regular item on every church’s program offerings, and leaders … More Naked Church 2: Key Elements of Church
What is the essence of ‘church’ when you strip it down to it’s naked core? When you get below all the cultural trappings and stylistic garb we dress her in, what is the church really? We tend to focus on the external forms and activities of the church – buildings, programs, services, worship styles, liturgy, … More Naked Church 1: What’s it Really About?
This summer Keri and I began sharing the vision of MainStreet Community with others in Mound. A few months later, we are seeing God add to our number daily those who are catching the vision and joining the mission. We’ve had 40 or so people part of our Sunday evening Launch Team gatherings, and each … More Voices of MainStreet Community
In 2005, I was part of spearheading a teen ministry in Mound called the Revolution. This ministry used music outreach events to draw teens to hear about the revolutionary message of Jesus. Out of these “attractional” events, we invite students to join the revolution by attending The Way of the Revolutionary Bible Study that began … More MainStreet Revolution Kick-Off – Oct. 25 @ Threshold
We’ve been walking by faith and not by sight for months toward the launch of MainStreet Community in Mound. We’ve been clinging to a vision and painting pictures with words at our Launch Team gatherings. Yet, a picture is worth a thousand words, as they say. So, I’m giddy with excitement to reveal 3 pieces … More MainStreet Paintings by Nick Reitenour
Jeremy L. Berg 