Our Mission: To know Christ and make Him known

Join us this Sunday at 9:30am and 11:00am

In this series, we’re going to slow down and relearn prayer the way Jesus practiced it — not as a religious duty, but as a way of life. We’ll talk about how prayer forms us over time, how it works in ordinary moments, and how the Holy Spirit meets us even when we don’t know what to say.

This isn’t a series about praying longer or harder.

It’s about learning how to have a real conversation with a God who really wants to be with us.

As we practice prayer together, we’re trusting that the Holy Spirit will slowly shape us — not all at once, but over time — into disciples of Jesus who live with greater peace, awareness, and intimacy with God.

And our hope is that we’ll discover that prayer is one of the purest and most powerful ways we apprentice ourselves to Jesus.  — learning to live our lives with Him and allowing Him to beautifully form us into His image from the inside out.

Prayer isn’t about being better at religious language. 

It’s about being with God. 

For a lot of us, prayer either feels intimidating, awkward, or disappointing. We don’t know what to say, we’re not sure we’re doing it right, or we feel like nothing happens — so eventually we just stop.

But prayer was never meant to be complicated or impressive. Prayer is simply how we learn to be with Jesus.



“Formed” – A Volunteer Appreciation Evening

If you volunteer with Bara Church in any way, we want to celebrate you! On Sunday, March 1st, from 6–8pm, we’re hosting “Formed”—an evening where we’ll show our deep appreciation for all you do.

You can expect a relaxed night with good food, special gifts and a few surprises. It’s our turn to give back to you!

All volunteers are invited and free childcare is available, but please RSVP so we can plan for food and gifts.


Bara Church’s Vision Sunday

On Sunday, March 8, Bara Church will gather for a special Vision Sunday—a morning where we reflect on what God has done and look ahead to where we believe He is leading us next.

To ensure everyone can hear and experience the vision together, we’ll hold only one gathering that day at 10:00am.

During this gathering, we’ll celebrate highlights from the past year and share the direction that will shape our community moving forward. Our focus for the coming year centers around a simple but powerful idea: FOLLOW.

Bara believes following Jesus isn’t about trying harder—it’s about being formed over time through intentional practices, rhythms, and community. Vision Sunday will introduce how we’re creating space for people to grow in what it means to live like Jesus in everyday life.

Whether you’re new, exploring faith, or have been part of the Bara family for years, Vision Sunday is a great opportunity to:

  • Understand the heart and direction of our church

  • Hear where we’re headed and why it matters

  • Discover your place in the mission

We’d love for you to join us and be part of what’s ahead!

PS—Because this is a one-gathering Sunday, we encourage everyone to arrive a little earlier than usual.


To follow Jesus is to be with Himbecome like Him, and do what He did.

This year is an invitation to deeper discipleship, lasting transformation, and a joyful apprenticeship to Jesus—together.


Click the photo to find resources, recommendations, and scriptures that follow our yearly series.

  • “Despite relocating after initially attending services in person, Bara continues to be a cherished part of my spiritual journey through its online platform. The warm embrace of the community, Pastor Joel’s impactful messages, and the numerous avenues for involvement and service have left a lasting impression. Bara not only fosters a sense of belonging but also facilitates meaningful connections that transcend physical boundaries. It’s a testament to the church’s dedication to spreading Christ’s love making everyone feel at home, regardless of their location.”

    -Emily Merrick

  • Bara is everything we have prayed for in a church. There is a real sense of connection there. Pastor Joel and Kim have been supportive of my past ministries and welcomed them to Bara. My husband is a part of the worship team and loves it. So there are many opportunities to get involved and serve. We love Bara and what they stand for!

    -Jennifer Todd

  • “Bara is a place that you feel seen and receive great Jesus teachings. They love the lord and their love is shown in actions. Bara Church is the real deal!”

    -Patricia Hornbaker

  • After my parent’s death we were sorting through items in their home and I pulled a bible study book off of a shelf. The following day I began reading it and after turning a few pages I saw that my Mother had written “Love 1 4 God” on top of a page. Loving one for God was a BARA Church theme from many years ago and my parents could only attend BARA the one time a year they would come and visit us. My Mother was so touched by the thought of Loving One Person For God that she felt compelled to write it in a study book. After I completed reading the book I decided that I needed to be back at BARA Church where a person can” Love 1 4 God” while also feeling God’s love through others.

    -Paul Glaser

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