Holland UCC

A presentation by Jim Holub of Vilicus LLC on large-scale organic farming, presented on March 2, 2025.

A sermon on Luke 4:21-30, by Rev. Bryan Berghoef, given February 2, 2025.

A sermon on Luke 4:12-21, by Rev. Bryan Berghoef. January 26, 2025.

The church has often been a very unsafe and unwelcoming place for divorced folks and people considering divorce. We take a look at Jesus' words on the matter.

On Epiphany Sunday, Pastor Bryan preaches on the journey of the wise men which culminated in "overwhelming joy."

A Pentecost sermon by Rev. Bryan Berghoef

A sermon Philip and the Ethiopian Eunuch in Acts 8 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

Sermon by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

A sermon on Hagar, based on Genesis 16, by Rev. Bryan Berghoef, on Mothers' Day.

A panel discussion between Dr. Fred Johnson, Christy Berghoef, Sarah Leach and Rev. Dr. Jared Cramer. Moderated by Stan Greene. Event co-sponsored by Hope Church, Douglas UCC, First United Methodist Church of Holland, St. John's Episcopal Church of Grand Haven, Still Processing, and Vote Common Good West Michigan. Organized by the Holland UCC Justice Action Team.

A sermon on Matthew 15:21-28 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef. Recorded August 20, 2023.

A sermon on Matthew 14:13-21 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef. Recorded August 13, 2023.

A sermon on Matthew 13:31-34, 44-52 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

A sermon on Matthew 13:26-30 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

A sermon on Jesus' invitation to rest by Stephanie Rodriguez.

A sermon by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

A Pride Sunday sermon by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

Reflections on what we mean by "The Gospel." Sermon by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

Wisdom via Rev. Dr. Wil Gafney, as shared by Pastor Bryan.

A Trinity Sunday message on Matthew 28:16-20 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

A Pentecost sermon by Stephanie Rodriguez.

A sermon on John 17:1-11 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

A sermon on John 14:15-21 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

A sermon on John 14:1-9 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef

A message by Rev. Doug Van Doren.

Earth Day message by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

Reflections on Doubting Thomas by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

A sermon for Easter Sunday by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

A sermon for Palm Sunday by Rev. Bryan Berghoef

Reflections on John 11 with insights from Elizabeth Schrader and Diana Butler Bass.

Reflections on Psalm 23 by Stephanie Rodriguez.

Reflections on the encounter with the woman at the well in John 4.

Reflections on the call of Abraham in Genesis 12:1-4.

A panel conversation on Faith that is LGBTQ+ Affirming. Panelists: Barry Bandstra (he/him), retired Old Testament Professor, Hope College Rev. Bethany Joy Winn (she/her), Palliative Care Chaplain in the UCC Christina Breen (she/her), Vice President of the Board, Ottawa Area Center for Pride David Myers (he/him), Social Psychologist Rev. Jen Adams (she/hers), Rector at Grace Episcopal Church Moderator: Sonrisa Cortes (she/her), Director of Student Ministries at First UMC Co-Sponsoring Organizations: All One Body, Out on the Lakeshore, Room for All Co-Sponsoring Churches: Douglas Congregational UCC First Presbyterian Church First United Methodist Church Grace Episcopal Church Holland UCC Hope Church Hudsonville Congregational UCC

A sermon for the First Sunday in Lent.

A sermon on Matthew 5:38-48.

A message on Matthew 5:21-26.

A sermon on Matthew 5:13-20.

A sermon on the Beatitudes in Matthew 5:1-12 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

A message on Matthew 4:12-25 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

A MLK Day message by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

An Epiphany message on Matthew 2 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

A meditation on Letting Go by Buddhist teacher Jack Kornfield, read by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

A Christmas Eve message by Rev. Bryan Berghoef

A sermon on Matthew 1:18-25 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

A message on James 5:7-10 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef

An Advent message on Isaiah 11:1-10 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

A sermon on Isaiah 2:1-5 by Stephanie Rodriguez.

A sermon on Luke 21:5-19 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

A sermon on Genesis 2, by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

A sermon on Luke 19:1-10 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

What is hell? Have we misunderstood it? What does the Bible say? Is it possible for a God of love to punish people in eternal conscious torment? Join this lively conversation on a difficult and often misunderstood topic.

A sermon on Luke 18:9-14 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

A sermon on Luke 18:1-8 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef

A sermon on Luke 17:11-19 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

A message on Luke 17:5-10, by Rev. Bryan Berghoef

A message on Luke 16:1-13.

Pastor Bryan's first message back from sabbatical!

A sermon on John 5:1-9 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef, reflecting on what it will take to heal white America from the sin of White Supremacy.

A Palm Sunday message on Luke 19:28-40 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

A sermon on John 12:1-11 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

We explore one of Jesus' most famous stories: The Parable of the Prodigal Son.

Why do bad things happen? How can a good God allow so much suffering? We explore what Jesus has to say in this sermon on Luke 13:1-9.

In the text this week Jesus expresses his longing "to gather the children." We explore that sentiment in light of current events, where children are so often the innocent victims of events that are beyond their control. A sermon on Luke 13:31-35, by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

A sermon on Luke 4:1-13 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef on the first Sunday in Lent.

A message on Luke 9:28-36 by Stephanie Rodriguez.

A sermon on Luke 6:17-26 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef

Jesus takes us into the deep waters of kingdom economics. A sermon on Luke 5:1-11 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

It can be rough going back home. A sermon on Luke 4:21-30, by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

What do you do when the wine runs out? A sermon on John 2 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

An invitation to look within, in this week's contemplative practice session with Pastor Bryan Berghoef.

A sermon on finding the sacred in the everyday, by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

Reflections on Matthew 25 at the start of a new year, by Rev. Bryan Berghoef, on Epiphany Sunday.

Reflections on impermanence by Thich Nhat Hanh during our year-end Burning Bowl Service.

Christmas Eve reflections on Luke 2 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

A sermon on Luke 1:39-56 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef, on the Fourth Sunday in Lent.

With all of the challenges in this present time and with so much weighing on us, we often wonder what our calling is, not to mention how we will simply get through it. We explore an invitation from John the Baptist as we continue on our Advent journey. Pastor Bryan preaches a sermon on Luke 3:7-18.

An Advent sermon on gun violence, by Rev. Bryan Berghoef. Art by Gabriela Pesqueira.

A sermon for the First Sunday of Advent by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

A sermon by Holland UCC intern Stephanie Rodriguez on Christ the King Sunday.

Jesus uses startling imagery and language to tell his disciples that change is coming. What are we invited to envision? Pastor Bryan preaches on Mark 13:1-8.

As we approach Thanksgiving and the holiday season, we are often filled with many emotions and feelings. Pastor Bryan invites us into a gratitude meditation in this ten minute contemplative practice session.

Tune in as folks share some of their reflections and gratitude for the Holland UCC community as it celebrates its 5th anniversary! Also catch a sermon by Pastor Bryan on Mark 12:41-44.

What is love of neighbor, if not staving off death for just a little while? A sermon on Mark 11:32-44 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

A sermon on Mark 10:46-52 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

In our text this week, the disciples are worried about their own destiny, but Jesus expands their vision, and ours. A sermon on Mark 10:35-45 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

What does Jesus mean when he says, "With God, all things are possible"? A sermon by Rev. Bryan Berghoef on Mark 10:17-27.

Jesus says that unless we receive the kingdom of God like a little child, we will not enter it. How do we become childlike? What can we learn from children? A sermon on Mark 10:13-16 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

Are you ready, even impatient, for something new to happen? A change in your professional, social or spiritual life? In this contemplative practice session, we consider waiting as a spiritual practice.

Jesus invites us to imagine a world where we are more concerned about good outcomes than we are about who gets the credit. A sermon on Mark 9:38-41 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef. Join us for worship on Sundays 10am at Port 393 or on Facebook Live.

What does it mean to become great? Should we aspire to become great? Pastor Bryan Berghoef explores in this sermon on Mark 9:30-37.

How do we pass on wisdom to the next generation?

How does one achieve or practice mindfulness? We explore Ten Rules to mindfulness with the help of Buddhist teacher Henepola Gunaratana.

In our text this week, a woman comes to Jesus pleading for healing for her daughter. Jesus' response is shocking and rooted in his privilege. Yet she is not rebuffed. What can we learn from her courage? Pastor Bryan preaches on Mark 7:24-30. Join us Sundays at 10am at Port 393 or on Facebook live.

A message on Mark 7:1-8; 14-23 by Rev. Bryan Berghoef

Our spiritual practices are meant to help us feel closer to God, to connect us to the divine. With the help of Benedictine monk John Main, we explore a central path to the sacred.

We've heard it said, and probably said it ourselves many times: "I'll pray for you." Yet, what does it mean? We explore, with the help of the contemplative writings of Tilden Edwards.

In our text this week, the Psalmist invites us to keep our hearts open and free. How do we do that in a world that often disappoints—and leaves us bruised and battered?

What is contemplative prayer? How can we deepen our spiritual lives by entering into silence and nothingness? We explore, with the help of some wisdom from Thomas Merton in this week's Contemplative Practice Session.