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Mercy, Justice, and Easter in the Story of a Broken Kingdom
We've been in a series called "Relate." The biblical character David has been our case study for thinking biblically about relationships. This tension is in view: can mercy and justice co-exist? Can rebels be restored, and rules still stand? Easter answers that question. Let's start with the backstory. Near the end of King David’s reign, Israel is unraveling. His son Absalom has led a rebellion. The nation is at war. The throne is threatened. The kind of situation that demand
Dave Mergens
1 hour ago3 min read


Lent: What It Is, What It Isn’t, and Why We’re Using the Bible as Our Filter
If you grew up Catholic—or in a community shaped by Catholic tradition—you may hear the word Lent and feel one of two things: warmth and familiarity or the tension of worshipping in a Protestant church. Either way, we want to approach Lent with clarity, charity, and most importantly: the gospel . This post is a simple guide to what Lent is, what it isn’t, its historical origins, and how we can practice it in a way that’s biblically grounded and spiritually life-giving. What
Dave Mergens
Feb 184 min read
New Service Times- Fall 2026
Ordering Our Sundays Around What Matters Most Since my call to Avon Community Church, I’ve been spending a lot of time thinking, praying, and listening around a simple but important question: What are we forming our lives around as a church? As we look ahead to Fall 2026, I want to share a change that reflects prayerful conviction and care — and to invite you into the heart behind it. Beginning in Fall 2026, our Sunday morning rhythm will be: Sunday Worship: 9:30–10:30 a.m. S
Dave Mergens
Feb 102 min read
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