Menlo Church Podcasts

Matt Summers and Joshua Horton help lead us deeper into the hope that Jesus brings as we chat Miracle on 34th Street, discuss how Josh loves attention, and Matt brings a gift that is, for the meantime, unmatched. Text us: (650)600-0402By Menlo.Church

Do you find yourself without hope sometimes? Or wishing that things could get better, or there could be a way out? Our Menlo Park Students Pastor leads us in finding hope through themes found in the Christmas classic Miracle on 34th Street. Text us: (650)600-0402By Menlo.Church

Happy almost Thanksgiving! We are praying for your week and hope this conversation around sharing a Legacy, the ways to do it, and why it is important is helpful for you to leave a lasting legacy. Text us: (650)600-0402By Menlo.Church

The final week of the series centers around the responsibility of sharing our legacy with others. Drawing from 2 Timothy 2:1-13, we delve into the importance of mentorship, discipleship, and passing on the torch of faith. We explore how investing in the lives of others can multiply the impact of our own legacy. Through practical guidance and biblic…

Oliver and Robyn Capio share their story of how God met them in times of need, put people and groups in their lives to support and the importance of serving the community around us! Text Us: (650)600-0402By Menlo.Church

We dive into the power of presence, how to the leave the legacy you want to leave, and the importance of friends and community. Text us: (650)600-0402By Menlo.Church

In this message, we focus on the importance of guarding and preserving the legacy we have received. Using 2 Timothy 1:13-18 as our guide, we reflect on the vital role of passing down sound doctrine, truth, and the stories of God's faithfulness. Text In Church: (650)600-0402By Menlo.Church

Probably the most intense episode to date. Jennie shares with us her life story of growing up in the bay, school in SLO, starting a family and then a series of events that changed the course of her life. We are so grateful for Jennie, she is an inspiration to me and so many others. Text us: (650)600-0402…

In this unique episode recap our 150 Anniversary service with various staff members! We share highlights and stories and invite you to get involved with this podcasts, students, worship, and much more! Text us: (650)600-0402By Menlo.Church

This Sunday marks our 150 year anniversary as a church, and we gathered as many churches in one location to celebrate together as a church family. Enjoy this message, celebrate with us, and remember that God can do amazing things through ordinary people. Text us: (650)600-0402 *We apologize for the audio, it does get better as the message goes on*…

Margaret and Tony, both in their early nineties, recollect their story of a lifetime of following Jesus. They are high school sweethearts, pioneers of multiple churches in the bay, one of the original builders of the Saratoga Church and their story is full of inspiration and wisdom. REGISTER FOR MENLO 150 Text us: 650-600-0402…

What is a legacy? How do we leave a lasting Legacy? What kind of Legacy do we want to leave behind? We discuss this and more as we kick off our In Your Lifetime series. See you this weekend at our Menlo 150 Celebration at 10:30 at Woodside High! Text us: (650)600-0402By Menlo.Church

In this series opener, we delve into the importance of living a legacy that outlasts our lifetime. Drawing inspiration from 2 Timothy 1:1-7, we explore how our faith can be a transformative force in shaping the legacy we leave behind. By examining the Apostle Paul's words to Timothy, we learn practical ways to cultivate a lasting impact through lov…

How is the next generation doing? Jade is a student at our San Mateo Campus who inspires us all to serve. She reminds us of how impactful we can be when we simply say yes to God's call to serve those around us. Text us: (650)600-0402By Menlo.Church

Can we know God personally? We dive into this question, wrap up our Explore God series and give a sneak peak to what series is coming next!By Menlo.Church

In this message, we will learn that God knows everything about us and still loves us. Not only can we have a living and dynamic relationship with the One who made us, but we don't have to perform or jump through a complex series of spiritual hoops. Jesus opened the door for us to have a relationship with God through his perfect life, sacrificial de…

Is the Bible reliable? Should we take it literally or read it as a literary work? We dive into this to further the conversation on how to trust the Bible, give some space to process the conflict in Israel, and shout out some local food and coffee spots in San Carlos.By Menlo.Church

Is the Bible reliable? Is it true? How do we interpret the Bible? How can reasonable and modern people believe in a book written by individuals from antiquity, lacking any trace of our scientific, technological, or cultural progress? This question isn't limited to non-Christians; it also resides in the minds of many followers of Jesus. How can we t…

Is Jesus really God? What about Universalism? What about inclusion of different churches? These are the questions Mark, Jess, and Phil are tackling today with some asides of Taylor Swift, tattoos and theology. Text Us: (650)600-0402By Menlo.Church

Does God Exist? How do we know that God is Jesus? Join us for a thought-provoking exploration of Jesus' true identity in our 'Explore God' series. Dive deep into the question, 'Is Jesus Really God?' as we navigate historical evidence, biblical truths, and the real meaning of grace. Discover why Christianity offers a unique perspective on salvation,…

Does God Exist? What about pain and suffering? Or can I believe in both science and faith? This week we dive in deeper with our guest speaker Jevon Washington to further the conversation about the existence of God, listen to Phil EuBank beat box, and share how we see God at work in the world around us.…

While God does not provide the reason for every experience of pain, through Jesus, He does offer a way to face suffering with hope and courage, rather than bitterness and despair! Find a sermon-based study guide for this week: https://http://menlo.church/SSG100123 Text us: (650)600-0402By Menlo.Church

This week Mark Morinishi sits down with Burt and Mimi McDowell to chat about over 70 years of Menlo Church history, complete with stories of Burt turning 180 degrees from a "card carrying Atheist" to Mimi putting Jesus in a pressure cooker. We hope you enjoy and if you connected with their story please reach out to our team at: (650)600-0402.…

This week Mark and Jess sit down with Phil EuBank to chat about exploring Yosemite, exploring God, and our hopes for the Bay Area that Menlo Church's community is uniquely positioned to play a part in. Text us: (650)600-0402By Menlo.Church

In partnership with churches from around our region, we are joining together to invite our neighbors, coworkers, family members, and friends to explore God in a way that will feel accessible and helpful. Together we hope to provide multiple ways through the series to get beyond surface-level objections to the genuine invitation of hope from Jesus. …

In this episode Jess Havens and Co-Host Rachelle Summers chat with Phil EuBank about the final week of our series Teach Us How to Pray, forgiveness, fall and our upcoming series Explore God. Text us: (650)600-0402By Menlo.Church

The final week of the series centers around the protective aspect of prayer. Building on the model of the Lord's Prayer, we delve into Matthew 6:12-15, which focuses on forgiveness. We explore the connection between receiving God's forgiveness and extending forgiveness to others. Through this message, we discover the healing and freedom that comes …

This week Mark and Jess sit down with Phil EuBank, Senior Pastor, to dive into intentional time with Jesus, how God always answers prayers even when it doesn't feel like it, a quick discussion on spiritual tongues, and more! Text us: (650)600-0402By Menlo.Church

In this message, we shift our focus to the provision that prayer brings into our lives. Drawing from Matthew 6:11, we explore the power of acknowledging our dependence on God for our daily needs. We also examine the biblical concept of seeking God's provision and trusting in His faithfulness. Through practical insights and testimonies, we are encou…

This week Mark and Phil sit down to dive deep into how prayer isn't a magical formula to produce a result, but a posture of aligning our will with God's will. We also discuss Father Imagery, and answer your questions about prayer! Text us: (650)600-0402By Menlo.Church

Building on the foundation of sincere prayer, we delve into the transformative power of understanding the posture of prayer. Through an exploration of Matthew 6:9-10, we unpack the Lord's Prayer as a model for our own prayers. We learn the significance of approaching God as our loving Father and the reverence we should have for His name. Additional…

This week Mark and Jess sit down with Cheryl Fletcher, Director of Spiritual Formation, to chat fly fishing, redwoods, our series Teach Us How To Pray, the Spiritual Formation Retreat, and, of course, prayer. Text us: (650)600-0402By Menlo.Church

In this series opener, we explore the pitfalls of prayer that can poison our connection with God. Drawing from Matthew 6:5-8, we examine the dangers of performing prayers for public recognition or engaging in empty repetition. We discover the importance of cultivating a sincere and intimate prayer life that focuses on our relationship with God, rat…

This week we chat with Phil EuBank, Senior Pastor, about back to school memories, how Menlo Church has survived almost 150 years, where we are headed and a sneak peak of the next series! Text us: (650)600-0402By Menlo.Church

Birthdays and anniversaries get bigger over time on purpose. The gravitational pull towards reduced impact and diminished influence for a church like Menlo can be overwhelming unless a group of people remember the mission. Menlo Church isn’t merely a collection of buildings, campuses, or pastors; it’s an enduring community of Jesus followers who ha…

This week Jess sits down with some of the Central Ministry team to reminisce over yearbook photos, talk music, and hear more about how Central Ministries help what we do on campus each weekend. Text us: (650)600-0402By Menlo.Church

This week Mark and Jess sit down with Phil to wrap up our Rest of the Story series, talk about deep cut TV series holiday references, Iron Man, and Phil's take aways for deconstruction aka spiritual formation. Here is a link to the C.S. Lewis animated videos. They are great. Text us: (650)600-0402By Menlo.Church

This week Mark sits down with the San Mateo Staff to hear about how Jenny is actually a super hero, Junior's ability to make your flight travel plans easier, Matt's family history and, of course, the amazing things that are happening in, around and through the San Mateo Campus. Text us: (650)600-0402…

For this Campus Takeover the Menlo Park Campus staff joins Mark to chat about aliens, some of the amazing things that are happening in the lives of kids and students, service time changes and how there is a role for you at their campus. Text us: (650)600-0402By Menlo.Church

Sometimes, all it takes is a closer look at the things we've been avoiding in our faith to uncover a more meaningful faith we can share together. Perhaps this series has helped you dive deeper and shift your perspective, or perhaps it has simply affirmed your existing beliefs. Regardless of how you reflect on these stories, let's move forward as a …

For this Campus Takeover episode Jess sits down with the Saratoga Campus team in a lively discussion about topics including Sam being a dirty hippy, the correct amount of pillows to sleep with at night, and hear some of the amazing stories of how lives are being changed through the Saratoga Campus. Text Us: (650)600-0402…

This week Mark sits down with guest host Rachelle Summers and Senior Pastor Phil EuBank to dive deeper into the story of Solomon, chat about Barbie, and we get a sneak peak of next week's message. Text us: (650)600-0402By Menlo.Church

This week Jess sits down with some of the staff members of the Mountain View Campus! We get to hear exciting things going on at their campus, what their favorite pump up song is, and how we can partner with Mountain View to be one church in many locations. Text Us: (650)600-0402By Menlo.Church

Many of us have at least one family member with a past or even a present that we generally avoid talking about. Solomon is complicated; he had tremendous 'professional' success amidst deep personal failings. We can find ways to see the ministry that he conducted as a part of this important plan of God for His people, but we would be wise to learn f…

This was a fun one. Mark, Jess and Phil EuBank sit down in the new studio to continue the conversation about war in the Bible, with sidebars of Maui, fly fishing and the difference between trips and vacations. Text us: (650)600-0402By Menlo.Church

Gruesome tales of violence may appear more fitting for Hollywood or history books, yet we encounter numerous accounts of war and loss in the Hebrew Scriptures. Throughout Israel's history, it seems God has employed the tool of war for a greater purpose. The challenge lies in reconciling a God who operates in such a manner for millennia with the mes…

This week Jess and Mark sit down with Cheryl Fletcher to chat spiritual beings, tips for healthy conversations around God, a deeper dive into the Garden of Eden and, of course, a lot of fun side bars. It was a super fun episode to record and if you would like to come join in on the fun let us know! Text us! (650)600-0402…

Whether we learned it in Sunday School or from the movies, most of us are familiar with the concepts of Satan, sin, and Adam and Eve making a wrong choice. But what is the rest of the story? In this sermon, we dive into a passage of the Bible known as "The Fall" and explore how everything in the world went sideways, in order to take a deeper look a…

This is your week to get to know your hosts a little bit better, hear some great book and TV recommendations and get access to some of the behind the scenes of what is to come at Menlo for summer and fall. Text us: (650)600-0402By Menlo.Church

In Genesis, we examine the story of Abraham, the one chosen by God to be the Father of His people. While Abraham is praised as a champion of faithfulness and trust in God, he faced struggles of his own. When God asked him to sacrifice the thing he cherished the most—his beloved son—Abraham confronted this challenging decision, grounded in his exper…