#TheStruggleIsReal: I Struggle With Fear.

#TheStruggleIsReal: I Struggle With Fear.

4 in the morning. With two young kids, I’ve become well acquainted with the wee hours of the night. Maybe it’s a kick in the side from a kid that jumped in bed or a scream from a nightmare, but no matter the source, I always have trouble falling back to...
Easter Is Dangerous

Easter Is Dangerous

My son is terrified of the Easter bunny. I mean, terrified. I’m talking running with his little legs to the other end of the mall terrified. I get a good laugh out of it, but for our family it means that any Easter celebration has a little bit of an edge –...

What Are City Groups All About?

What is a City Group? City Groups are our expression of community at Restoration. We believe Church is far more than an hour on Sundays, and we desire to see every person in our Church get connected in life-giving community and mission. That’s what City Groups are for...
When I Stopped Worshiping Worship

When I Stopped Worshiping Worship

It was November of 2009, and I found myself in a town called Ranchi in northeastern India. We were visiting a church in a small village outside a large city where we were visitors for their service. The church building was made of clay and had no electricity –...
Service Opportunity: Free Community Easter Egg Hunt!

Service Opportunity: Free Community Easter Egg Hunt!

When we started Restoration, we were passionate about being good news to our city – specifically the East End and NoLi neighborhoods. As spring arrives and Easter approaches, we are finally ready to hit the ground running! Free Community Easter Egg Hunt It all...
Sunday UK Game Backup Plan

Sunday UK Game Backup Plan

We love having Church on Sunday night. But sometimes, things come along (like the Super Bowl) that throw a wrench in the plans. This Sunday, the potential is there for the same thing. If UK wins tonight against UCLA, there is a very good chance their game is played...