Many in our community have faced profound hardship and endured cycles of dysfunction, yet they hold a strong desire for change. They long to leave behind a painful past and build a future grounded in hope and stability—but often lack the support, skills, and resources …
Many in our community have faced profound hardship and endured cycles of dysfunction, yet they hold a strong desire for change. They long to leave behind a painful past and build a future grounded in hope and stability—but often lack the support, skills, and resources …
Fall brings a lot of excitement: football, changing leaves, bonfires, corn mazes, and sweater weather. There’s a reason roughly 40 percent of adults say it’s their favorite season. But here at Schweitzer Church, we love it for a different reason: fall signals the launch of …
We’re excited to welcome Justin Hedges to the Schweitzer team as our new Middle School Pastor! A native Oklahoman, Justin grew up in the Nazarene church and was ordained as an Elder in 2008. He and his wife, Amber, live in Springfield with their teenage …
We are honored to welcome Becky Wilson as our new Director of Caring Ministries. Becky grew up right here in Springfield, in the Galloway area, where her mom still lives. After spending 20 years teaching sixth grade, she found herself in a season of transition—asking …
On Good Friday 2015, the Schweitzer church family gathered together to remember Jesus’ sacrifice for us. A large wooden frame in the shape of a cross had been constructed in preparation for this night and was placed on a table in the center of the …
The longer I spend on my faith journey, the more I have realized that I am not merely a shapeless blob that Jesus is forming into what he wants me to be. Spiritual formation didn’t begin the day I started following Jesus. Rather, I already …
Harvest! A time of joy and celebration. Bringing in the crops and reaping the fruits of our labor is a God-ordained blessing. The harvest is an arduous, physical process, but also a refreshing spiritual experience. For body and soul, it provides for today’s needs and tomorrow’s …
Flourish exists to empower individuals seeking lasting transformation. Meaningful and lasting change happens when people are equipped with practical tools, surrounded by support, and reconnected with purpose and faith. Flourish has recently partnered with two local nonprofits (Alpha House and One More 24) to bring faith-based life-change programming to those navigating …
“To be sure, God is doing good and beautiful things through the American church. But our part of the church, like every other part, is broken and sinful. Maybe we are discouraged. Maybe we are too caught up in national struggles and strife. Maybe we …
Amazing things have been happening at the Vertical Communities, and there are still exciting things ahead! I have shared with many people about the Bible studies, the community dinners, and even hosting Alpha courses at one of the communities. Through these experiences, I have had …
The Schweitzer Church Foundation is excited to help launch, coupled with general giving, a new ministry in the northwest quadrant of Springfield. A financial gift of $45,000 will contribute to Pastor Stiffany Taylor’s leading the vision and mission of this new church plant, a ministry …
Taking photos of birds takes a lot of patience. In one moment, you’re waiting and watching for a winged creature to appear. Next, you’re having to predict its movements to get the right shot at the right time. It’s both hope and resilience that create …
Over the next few months, we come to the heart of the gospel of John. From September through November, we’ll read John 8-11. These chapters bring us some of the most iconic lines in the entire Bible. Jesus says,“I am the Light of the World.” …