Easter Monday With My Circular Saw

Easter Monday is one of our staff holidays during the year. The church office is closed, and our staff have an opportunity to rest and reflect on the experiences of Holy Week. I cherish this time to breathe deeply and exhale. To slowly sip bold coffee in the morning—a...

How to Share the Easter Story

As we journey through Holy Week, the most sacred week of the Christian calendar, our hearts turn toward the joy and mystery of Easter. At its heart, Easter tells a simple yet world-changing story: Jesus Christ, crucified and buried, is risen. This Easter, the sermon...

Finding Peace in Troubled Times

In times of uncertainty — whether political, economic, or personal — anxiety can weigh heavily on our hearts. The fear of the unknown, the stress of daily struggles, and the unpredictability of the future often feel overwhelming – let’s be real, they are...

The Church: Attractional or Missional?

Have you ever heard it said that the three most important things in real estate are Location, Location, Location? Over the years, I have heard the same thing said about our church’s location. Our campus has prime road frontage along Huguenot Road. We have excellent...

RiseUP HRBC . . .  What God can do through You

Nearly 14 years ago, HRBC embarked on a Capital Campaign called “It’s Time” to improve our facilities by connecting our buildings, improving accessibility, including an elevator and wider hallways, adding restrooms, classrooms and flexible space in our multi-purpose...