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Keep up with sermons from Mercy Vineyard Church in MPLS, MN.

To find our full archive, visit mercyvineyard.org/messages.
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A Light Will Shine: Wonderful Counselor's Guide to Christmas

Mercy Vineyard ChurchDec 19, 2021

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Walk with Jesus

Walk with Jesus

Pastor Gary Dawkins begins the new series "Walk with Jesus" with a message about Hurting.

Mar 24, 202442:53
Next Level: Generosity

Next Level: Generosity

Pastor Gary Dawkins continues the message series called "Next Level" with a message about Generosity.

Mar 17, 202440:07
Next Level: Discipleship

Next Level: Discipleship

Pastor Jessie continues with the message series "Next Level" with a message about discipleship.

Mar 10, 202439:06
Next Level: Prayer

Next Level: Prayer

Pastor Leo continues the "Next Level" series with a message about prayer.

Mar 03, 202435:17
Next Level: Worship

Next Level: Worship

Pastor Gary Dawkins begins the new message series called, "Next Level" with a message about worship.

Feb 25, 202437:09
Belonging Through Pain

Belonging Through Pain

Pastor Gary closed out the series with a message about belonging, even through pain and hurt.

Feb 18, 202445:06
Belong in Community

Belong in Community

Pastor Jessie Carlson continues the series called "You Belong" with a message titled, "Belonging in Community."

Feb 11, 202429:45
You Belong

You Belong

Pastor Gary Dawkins begins the series called "You Belong."

Feb 04, 202441:10
Restoration

Restoration

Pastor Gary Dawkins closes out the series, "2024: Better than Before," with a message called "Restoration".

Jan 28, 202443:35
Blessed

Blessed

Pastor Gary continues the series, "2024: Better Than Before" with a message about Jabez's prayer titled, "Blessed".

Jan 21, 202439:34
Complete

Complete

Pastor Gary continues the series "2024: Better than Before" with a message titled "Complete". In what area of your life are you blocking your blessings?

Jan 14, 202441:27
More

More

Pastor Gary begins the series "2024: Better than Before" with a message titled "More." Open your hands to God to receive more this year.

Jan 07, 202431:26
2024: Be with Jesus More

2024: Be with Jesus More

Pastor Leo gives a message about being with Jesus more in 2024 as he gives Mercy's New Year message.

Dec 31, 202337:35
Christmas Table

Christmas Table

Pastor Gary gave a message on Christmas Eve at Mercy in the Christmas series called "The Christmas Table".

Dec 24, 202332:59
Pause for Joy

Pause for Joy

Pause...in the busy season of life, in the times when there are too many distractions, pause.

Pastor Areli Biggers, one of Mercy's small group coordinators, continues the Christmas Table series with a message titled "Pause for Joy".

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Mercy is a diverse, Christ-centered community in Northeast Minneapolis.


We hope to enjoy life together by connecting to God, loving each other, and serving our city. Visit us on a Sunday morning and see for yourself!

Dec 17, 202335:59
Flip Your Table

Flip Your Table

Gary Dawkins, lead pastor at Mercy, continues the message series called the Christmas Table.

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Mercy is a diverse, Christ-centered community in Northeast Minneapolis.


Our hope is to enjoy life together by connecting to God, loving each other, and serving our city. Come visit us on a Sunday morning and see for yourself!

Dec 10, 202336:47
The Christmas Table

The Christmas Table

The Declaration Heard Around the World.

Mercy Member, former board member, and retired Vineyard Pastor Tom Dunn begins the Christmas message series called the Christmas Table.

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Mercy is a diverse, Christ-centered community in Northeast Minneapolis.


Our hope is to enjoy life together by connecting to God, loving each other, and serving our city. Come visit us on a Sunday morning and see for yourself!

Dec 03, 202340:19
Redeemed Villains: Judas

Redeemed Villains: Judas

Continuing the series on "Redeemed Villains," Pastor Gary talks about Judas and Jesus' friendship. In this message, Pastor Gary gives us practical steps to reflect on our own lives, turn back to God, and receive Jesus' grace for us.

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Mercy is a diverse, Christ-centered community in Northeast Minneapolis.

Our hope is to enjoy life together by connecting to God, loving each other, and serving our city. Come visit us on a Sunday morning and see for yourself!

Nov 26, 202340:22
Redeemed Villains: David

Redeemed Villains: David

Continuing the series on "Redeemed Villains," Pastor Gary talks about David and God's redemption. David's story of sin, repentance, and redemption, gives us practical steps to reflect on our own lives and turn back to God and receive Jesus' grace for us.

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Mercy is a diverse, Christ-centered community in Northeast Minneapolis.

Our hope is to enjoy life together by connecting to God, loving each other, and serving our city. Come visit us on a Sunday morning and see for yourself!

Nov 19, 202335:31
Redeemed Villains: Moses

Redeemed Villains: Moses

Mercy Member and former Mercy board member, Edward Jefferson gives a message on Moses. From murderer to prophet, no one is beyond God's reach and unredeemable.

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Mercy is a diverse, Christ-centered community in Northeast Minneapolis.

Our hope is to enjoy life together by connecting to God, loving each other, and serving our city. Come visit us on a Sunday morning and see for yourself!

Nov 12, 202334:13
Redeemed Villains: Saul

Redeemed Villains: Saul

Starting the series "Redeemed Villains," Gary goes through how Saul's life changed as a villain searching to kill Christians, to following Christ himself. No one is beyond God's reach and unredeemable.

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Mercy is a diverse, Christ-centered community in Northeast Minneapolis.

Our hope is to enjoy life together by connecting to God, loving each other, and serving our city. Come visit us on a Sunday morning and see for yourself!

Nov 05, 202332:01
How to Identify a Real Friend

How to Identify a Real Friend

Identify a friend and avoid a toothache! Watch this week's message about friendship and the wisdom in the Bible about the blessings of real friendships that you can depend on.

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Mercy is a diverse, Christ-centered community in Northeast Minneapolis.

Our hope is to enjoy life together by connecting to God, loving each other, and serving our city. Come visit us on a Sunday morning and see for yourself!

Oct 29, 202332:31
Creating Space in a Crowded Life

Creating Space in a Crowded Life

In order to be a friend like Jesus, we need to create space in our lives for friendship through solitude, engaging with our close life giving friends, and caring for the crowd.

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Mercy is a diverse, Christ-centered community in Northeast Minneapolis.

Our hope is to enjoy life together by connecting to God, loving each other, and serving our city. Come visit us on a Sunday morning and see for yourself!

Oct 22, 202334:11
How to Be a Friend Like Jesus

How to Be a Friend Like Jesus

In this message, Pastor Gary shares some practical information about friendship and shares the values and models displayed in the Bible about friendship.

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Mercy is a diverse, Christ-centered community in Northeast Minneapolis.

Our hope is to enjoy life together by connecting to God, loving each other, and serving our city. Come visit us on a Sunday morning and see for yourself!

Oct 15, 202340:32
Pursuing Culturally Relevant Mission in the World

Pursuing Culturally Relevant Mission in the World

Jeff Biggers, retired Vineyard Pastor, Mercy member, and Small Groups Coordinator, continues the series with a powerful message about the Vineyard Movement's Value of Pursuing Culturally Relevant Mission in the World. Learn more about Vineyard's values by visiting vineyardusa.com and stay tuned for the upcoming messages highlighting Vineyard values!

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Mercy is a diverse, Christ-centered community in Northeast Minneapolis.

Our hope is to enjoy life together by connecting to God, loving each other, and serving our city. Come visit us on a Sunday morning and see for yourself!

Oct 08, 202336:49
Engage in Compassionate Ministry

Engage in Compassionate Ministry

Lead pastor of Mercy Vineyard Church, Gary Dawkins, continues the series with a powerful message about the Vineyard Movement's Value of engaging in compassionate ministry. Learn more about Vineyard's values by visiting vineyardusa.com and stay tuned for the upcoming messages highlighting Vineyard values!

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Mercy is a diverse, Christ-centered community in Northeast Minneapolis.

Our hope is to enjoy life together by connecting to God, loving each other, and serving our city. Come visit us on a Sunday morning and see for yourself!

Oct 01, 202335:43
Experience and Worship God

Experience and Worship God

Lead pastor of Mercy Vineyard Church, Gary Dawkins, continues the series with a powerful message about the Vineyard Movement's Value of experiencing and worshipping God. Learn more about Vineyard's values by visiting vineyardusa.com and stay tuned for the upcoming messages highlighting Vineyard values!

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Mercy is a diverse, Christ-centered community in Northeast Minneapolis.

Our hope is to enjoy life together by connecting to God, loving each other, and serving our city. Come visit us on a Sunday morning and see for yourself!

Sep 24, 202328:31
Reconcile People to God and All Creation

Reconcile People to God and All Creation

Lead pastor of Mercy Vineyard Church, Gary Dawkins, begins the new series with a powerful message about the Vineyard Movement's Value of reconciliation. Learn more about Vineyard's values by visiting vineyardusa.com and stay tuned for the upcoming messages highlighting Vineyard values!

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Mercy is a diverse, Christ-centered community in Northeast Minneapolis.


Our hope is to enjoy life together by connecting to God, loving each other, and serving our city. Come visit us on a Sunday morning and see for yourself!

Sep 17, 202337:37
Partner with the Holy Spirit

Partner with the Holy Spirit

Lead pastor of Mercy Vineyard Church, Gary Dawkins, begins the new series with a powerful message about the Vineyard Movement's Value of Partnering with the Holy Spirit. Learn more about Vineyard's values by visiting vineyardusa.com and stay tuned for the upcoming messages highlighting Vineyard values!

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Mercy is a diverse, Christ-centered community in Northeast Minneapolis.


Our hope is to enjoy life together by connecting to God, loving each other, and serving our city. Come visit us on a Sunday morning and see for yourself!

Sep 10, 202336:29
The Return of the Prodigal Son

The Return of the Prodigal Son

Tom Dunn, a member of Mercy Vineyard Church and former Vineyard Pastor, continues the series titled, "The Stories Jesus Told." He continues the series with the parable of the prodigal son and God's unconditional love and forgiveness.

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Mercy is a diverse, Christ-centered community in Northeast Minneapolis.


Our hope is to enjoy life together by connecting to God, loving each other, and serving our city. Come visit us on a Sunday morning and see for yourself!

Sep 03, 202341:50
Wheat and Weeds

Wheat and Weeds

Gary Dawkins, lead pastor at Mercy Vineyard, continues the series titled, "The Stories Jesus Told." He continues the series with the parable about the wheat and weeds.

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Mercy is a diverse, Christ-Centered community in Northeast Minneapolis.


Our hope is to enjoy life together by connecting to God, loving each other, and serving our city. Come visit us on a Sunday morning and see for yourself!

Aug 27, 202338:53
Kingdom of Heaven

Kingdom of Heaven

Jeff Biggers, one of Mercy's small group coordinators, continues the new series titled, "The Stories Jesus Told." Jeff tells about the Kingdom of Heaven through Jesus' life and how he lived out the Kingdom of Heaven.

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Mercy is a diverse, Christ-Centered community in Northeast Minneapolis.


Our hope is to enjoy life together by connecting to God, loving each other, and serving our city. Come visit us on a Sunday morning and see for yourself!

Aug 20, 202336:35
The Sower, Soil, and Seed

The Sower, Soil, and Seed

Gary Dawkins, lead pastor at Mercy Vineyard, begins the new series titled, "The Stories Jesus Told." He begins the series with the parable Jesus told about a sower, the soil where he planted, and the seed.

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Mercy is a diverse, Christ-Centered community in Northeast Minneapolis.


Our hope is to enjoy life together by connecting to God, loving each other, and serving our city. Come visit us on a Sunday morning and see for yourself!

Aug 13, 202337:45
Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking for

Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking for

Elliot Radeke, a former pastoral intern at Mercy, closes out the series "Sounds of Summer" with a message on U2's song "Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking for" and the themes of gratitude.

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Mercy is a diverse, Christ-Centered community in Northeast Minneapolis.


Our hope is to enjoy life together by connecting to God, loving each other, and serving our city. Come visit us on a Sunday morning and see for yourself!

Aug 06, 202333:48
Sounds of Summer: Mixtape

Sounds of Summer: Mixtape

Leo Alves, the youth pastor, continues the series "Sounds of Summer" with a message on songs that connect him to God - making the ultimate summer mixtape.

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Mercy is a diverse, Christ-Centered community in Northeast Minneapolis.


Our hope is to enjoy life together by connecting to God, loving each other, and serving our city. Come visit us on a Sunday morning and see for yourself!

Jul 30, 202337:16
Faith’s Review and Expectations

Faith’s Review and Expectations

Jessie Carlson, the executive pastor, continues the series "Sounds of Summer" with a message pulling themes from the song "Faith’s Review and Expectations" also known as "Amazing Grace", and talking about grace and what we can learn from the songwriter's controversial life.

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Mercy is a diverse, Christ-Centered community in Northeast Minneapolis.


Our hope is to enjoy life together by connecting to God, loving each other, and serving our city. Come visit us on a Sunday morning and see for yourself!

Jul 23, 202331:45
Put a Ring On It

Put a Ring On It

Gary Dawkins, the lead pastor, continues the series "Sounds of Summer" with a message pulling themes from the song "Put a Ring On It" by Beyonce, and talking about the importance of baptism and how Jesus led by example in Matthew 3.

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Mercy is a diverse, Christ-Centered community in Northeast Minneapolis.


Our hope is to enjoy life together by connecting to God, loving each other, and serving our city. Come visit us on a Sunday morning and see for yourself!

Jul 16, 202337:01
Be Alright: Scott Whitmore

Be Alright: Scott Whitmore

Scott Whitmore, Mercy Member, continues the new series "Sounds of Summer" with a message pulling themes from the song "Be Alright" by Evan Craft, feat. KB & Sam Rivera and comparing alongside Jesus' first meeting with Nathanael.

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Mercy is a diverse, Christ-Centered community in Northeast Minneapolis.


Our hope is to enjoy life together by connecting to God, loving each other, and serving our city. Come visit us on a Sunday morning and see for yourself!

Jul 09, 202332:42
Celebration!

Celebration!

Gary Dawkins, lead pastor, begins the new series "Sounds of Summer" with a message pulling themes from the song "Celebration!" by Kool and the Gang/Go DJ by Lil' Wayne, and practically analyzing Jesus' first miracle in John 2.

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Mercy is a diverse, Christ-Centered community in Northeast Minneapolis.


Our hope is to enjoy life together by connecting to God, loving each other, and serving our city. Come visit us on a Sunday morning and see for yourself!

Jul 02, 202339:15
Who is My Neighbor?
Jun 25, 202334:25
Hope for the Twin Cities

Hope for the Twin Cities

Gary Dawkins, Mercy's lead pastor, continues the new series "I Love the Twin Cities" with a message of hope and how to join the Holy Spirit in where He is moving in the Twin Cities and beyond.

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Mercy is a diverse, Christ-Centered community in Northeast Minneapolis.

Our hope is to enjoy life together by connecting to God, loving each other, and serving our city. Come visit us on a Sunday morning and see for yourself!

Jun 18, 202337:37
Help the Twin Cities

Help the Twin Cities

Gary Dawkins, Mercy's lead pastor, continues the new series "I Love the Twin Cities" with a message of practical and spiritually engaging ways to help the Twin Cities and love our neighbors.

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Mercy is a diverse, Christ-Centered community in Northeast Minneapolis.

Our hope is to enjoy life together by connecting to God, loving each other, and serving our city. Come visit us on a Sunday morning and see for yourself!

Jun 11, 202335:23
Heal the Twin Cities
Jun 04, 202337:60
I Love the Twin Cities
May 28, 202336:45
Follow Me: Followers Fish
May 21, 202342:03
The God Who Sees, Sees Me
May 14, 202319:10
Follow Me: Radical Generosity

Follow Me: Radical Generosity

Gary Dawkins, Mercy's lead pastor, continues the series "Follow Me" with a message called "Radical Generosity".

May 07, 202332:03
Follow Me: Follow Jesus Together

Follow Me: Follow Jesus Together

Jessie Carlson, Mercy's executive pastor, continues the series "Follow Me" with a message called "Following Jesus Together".

Apr 30, 202325:24
Follow Me: Unfollow

Follow Me: Unfollow

Pastor Gary continued our Follow Me series with a sermon titled Unfollow

Apr 23, 202334:34
Follow Me

Follow Me

Pastor Gary started our Follow Me series

Apr 16, 202338:23