Staunton Parkview Christian Church

Staunton Parkview Christian Church Parkview Christian Church

Current Sermon Series: Summertime in the Psalms But you can hang out as long as you want, ask questions or just sit and listen.

Parkview Christian Church is a non-denominational, Bible-centered church with a goal of reaching out to our fellow seekers with the love and truth of God presented in a relevant and compassionate way. We’re trying to “do church” in a way that will make the message of Christianity accessible to as many people as possible, but especially to those who are lacking a meaningful church connection in the

ir lives right now. Parkview Christian Church is a place for those seeking God at whatever station in life they’re at. In fact, we try intentionally to keep our services accessible, so that non-religious, normal people can understand what’s going on. We hope, obviously, you get more interested in God as you keep checking us (and Him) out. And when you’re ready to take the next step, we’ll be here. View how we worship in our latest service:
http://stauntoncoc.org/WorshipService.html

Our Schedule:
Sunday School at 9:30am
Sunday Worship Service at 10:30am
Wednesday Morning Bible Study at 11:00am
Wednesday Evening Bible Study at 7:00pm

In our sermon from Psalms 73, we explored one of the most common yet least discussed parts of the Christian life—doubt. ...
08/08/2026

In our sermon from Psalms 73, we explored one of the most common yet least discussed parts of the Christian life—doubt. Too often, the phrase, “You just gotta have faith,” shuts down honest questions instead of helping faith grow. Through Psalm 73, we saw that even Asaph, a worship leader and man of deep faith, struggled with questions that nearly caused him to lose his footing. His example reminds us that doubt is not the enemy of faith; unresolved doubt is an invitation to seek God more deeply. By honestly pouring out our hearts to God, thoughtfully wrestling with our questions, resisting the temptation to broadcast unresolved conclusions, and pursuing God’s presence, our perspective begins to change. While our circumstances may not immediately improve, God reframes our vision, reminds us of what is eternal, and reveals that His greatest gift is not an easier life but His constant presence. Our minds and bodies may fail, but God remains our strength and our refuge, holding us securely even as we continue asking honest questions.

Have you ever skipped church because you “just weren’t feeling it”? Maybe you’ve even thought, “I don’t want to be a hyp...
08/08/2026

Have you ever skipped church because you “just weren’t feeling it”? Maybe you’ve even thought, “I don’t want to be a hypocrite.” But what if you’ve been thinking about worship the wrong way? In this message from Psalm 95, we discover that worship isn’t reserved for the moments when our hearts are overflowing with joy—it is one of the primary ways God shapes our hearts in the first place. Worship calls us to choose joy, embrace humility, respond in obedience, and ultimately find the rest only Christ can give. If you’ve ever struggled to worship when life is difficult, your faith feels dry, or your emotions just aren’t there, this message offers a biblical perspective that may change the way you think about worship forever.

Psalm 84 reminds us that worship is not an escape from life but the strength we carry back into it. Using the picture of...
08/08/2026

Psalm 84 reminds us that worship is not an escape from life but the strength we carry back into it. Using the picture of returning home from a meaningful retreat or vacation, this message explored the bittersweet journey of the psalmist as he leaves the temple after encountering the presence of God. His longing was not simply for a beautiful place but for the living God Himself. Through his words, we were challenged to examine whether worship has become an obligation or whether it is something our hearts truly long for. As the psalm unfolds, the road home becomes just as important as the temple itself. Though the journey leads through the dry Valley of Baca, the pilgrim discovers that God’s presence transforms places of weeping into places of refreshment. By digging for God’s blessings and trusting His unexpected grace, believers can move “from strength to strength,” carrying the memory and power of worship into everyday life. The message concluded with the reminder that while we cannot remain gathered together forever, we never leave God’s presence. Through Christ and the indwelling Holy Spirit, the encounter continues long after the service ends, enabling us to return to our homes, workplaces, and daily routines with renewed strength, hope, and the confidence that “better is one day in His presence than a thousand anywhere else.”

We had two guests from our church preach on July 5th and 12th. Gary Rose preached about having the same mindset as Chris...
08/08/2026

We had two guests from our church preach on July 5th and 12th. Gary Rose preached about having the same mindset as Christ. Rich Anderson’s sermon was about dinner with Jesus.

This week in Summertime in the Psalms, we looked at Psalm 63 and the reality of spiritual hunger. Just as physical hunge...
07/02/2026

This week in Summertime in the Psalms, we looked at Psalm 63 and the reality of spiritual hunger. Just as physical hunger can make us reach for things that do not truly satisfy, our souls often try to fill emptiness with temporary solutions—achievement, distraction, pleasure, or simply more of what we think will make us feel complete. David’s words remind us that the longing we feel was placed there by God, and the answer is not to consume more of the world but to seek the One we were created for. In the dryness of the desert, David discovered that God’s presence was better than anything else life could offer. As he sought God, he found that God revealed Himself, redirected his worship, and restored his satisfaction. But when the “sanctuary moments” fade and the desert returns, David shows us how to continue: remember who God is, meditate on what is true, and recall the ways God has helped us before. The question Psalm 63 leaves us with is simple but challenging: What are you really hungry for? Because our souls will seek something, cling somewhere, and be satisfied by something—and only God can truly satisfy.

What does it mean to build a life that truly matters? On Father’s Day, we began our journey through “Summertime in the P...
06/27/2026

What does it mean to build a life that truly matters? On Father’s Day, we began our journey through “Summertime in the Psalms” by looking at Psalm 127 and God’s design for work, family, and faith. We live in a world that tells us to work harder, control more, and carry every responsibility ourselves—but Psalm 127 reminds us that God is the One who builds, protects, and provides. Our role is not to be the savior of our homes, but faithful stewards of what He has entrusted to us. Whether you are a parent, grandparent, or simply someone seeking to follow God faithfully, this message challenges us to ask: Are we building what God is building?

Last week we finsihed our Ohana sermon series. This week are taking it back to Summertime in the Psalms. This summer, we...
06/19/2026

Last week we finsihed our Ohana sermon series. This week are taking it back to Summertime in the Psalms. This summer, we slow down again and seek the heart of God through the songs that shaped His people. Summertime is the another seven-week journey through the poetry of worship — where honesty meets holiness, lament turns to praise, and seekers become singers. Each psalm invites us to draw nearer to God, not just with lifted hands but with surrendered hearts. In a noisy world, these ancient words teach us again what it means to pursue God through worship — not just for a season, but for a lifetime. Join us on Sunday for our first sermon of this new series!

In the final message of the Ohana series, we returned to the closing scene of Lilo & Stitch and discovered a powerful pi...
06/17/2026

In the final message of the Ohana series, we returned to the closing scene of Lilo & Stitch and discovered a powerful picture of redemption. Throughout this series, we have seen that relationships begin with choosing, that we were created for relationship, that God’s answer to our lostness is Jesus, and that those who are redeemed are brought into a new family—the family of God. Redemption is more than simply being forgiven; it is being reclaimed, restored, and brought home.
As Stitch stands before the Grand Council Woman, he no longer identifies himself as Experiment 626. He embraces the name given to him by his family. This reminds us that redemption gives us a new identity, a new belonging, and a new name. We are not defined by our past, our failures, or the labels others place on us—we belong to God’s family.

Stitch’s statement that his family is “little and broken… but still good” reveals another truth about redemption. God is not afraid of broken things. He welcomes the small, the hurting, and the imperfect. In His family, what is weak can become strong, what is broken can be made whole, and what is lost can be found.

But redemption does not ignore the law—it satisfies it. The price must be paid, and someone must step forward. Just as Lilo stood with proof that she had paid the price and claimed Stitch through relationship, Jesus paid the ultimate price for us. We were bought not with money, but with His blood. We belong because we were redeemed, and we are secure because we are sealed with the Holy Spirit.

At the end of the story, Stitch is not just released—he is restored. He is no longer what he was, but he is now part of a family. In the same way, Jesus does not redeem us just to free us from something; He redeems us to free us for something—to live in relationship with God and with one another.
Ohana means family. And through Jesus, God’s family is a place where the lost are found, the broken are restored, and nobody is left behind or forgotten.

How do you join a family? The answer is simple—you don’t. You become part of a family. Physically, that means you were e...
06/12/2026

How do you join a family? The answer is simple—you don’t. You become part of a family. Physically, that means you were either born into it, gave birth to it, or chose one another. Family is never a one-way relationship. It requires both belonging and being welcomed. And for belonging to happen mentally, emotionally, and spiritually, there must be commitment.

That is true for our movie family in Lilo & Stitch, and as we learned from Acts 2:42-47, it is also true for the church. When you look at that first glimpse of the early church, you can’t help but see it. They didn’t just share space; they shared meals, homes, burdens, and the responsibility of welcoming others into the family.

Of course, family does not create perfection. Like any family, there will be struggles, disagreements, frustrations, and difficult moments. What makes family different is that it’s not an organization you join; it’s an organism you become part of. And like any healthy organism, it is designed to grow and reproduce.

So, what does a healthy church family look like? Acts 2:42-47 makes it easy to identify the actions that contribute to health—teaching, prayer, fellowship, worship, and service. But while those actions matter, it is the attitude behind them that creates true health: “All the believers were together and had everything in common.” A healthy church family is committed to one another and united around the mission of caring for those already in the family while welcoming those who still need a place to belong.

This Sunday we began our new series “Ohana” by looking at one of the most powerful ideas in both Scripture and storytell...
05/12/2026

This Sunday we began our new series “Ohana” by looking at one of the most powerful ideas in both Scripture and storytelling: family is often formed through choice. Using the relationship between Nani, Lilo, and Stitch in Lilo & Stitch as a backdrop, we explored how broken, overwhelmed, and unlikely people can become a family through sacrificial love and commitment. On this Mother’s Day, we honored every kind of mother and caregiver while turning to the story of Mary, mother of Jesus in Luke 1:46–55. Mary’s song reminds us that love is a choice — especially when it is costly, uncomfortable, and unexpected. Like Nani stepping into a role she never planned for, Mary said “yes” to God in the middle of uncertainty, trusting Him with a future she could not fully see.

Together, their stories showed us that God sees the humble, strengthens the overwhelmed, and often builds families and legacies in ways no one expects. The message closed with this reminder: family is not merely defined by DNA, but by love, sacrifice, presence, and the willingness to choose one another again and again.

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