Entering the Father's Joy - Luke 15:11-32
June 21, 2026
"We celebrate and rejoice because this brother of yours was dead and has come to life; he was lost and has been found."
It isn't fair!
The parable of the prodigal son is more scandalous than we often realize because the elder brother's complaint is legitimate: it is not fair. While the younger son rebelled, rejected his father, and squandered everything, the faithful older brother worked hard and remained obedient, yet felt overlooked. Jesus told this story not primarily to sinners but to Pharisees and scribes who objected to His welcoming sinners, casting them as the elder brother who did not understand the Father's heart. The parables of the lost are ultimately about God's joy in seeking and finding the lost. Justice gives people what they deserve, mercy withholds deserved punishment, but grace gives more than is deserved. The Father responds not merely with mercy but with grace, celebrating the return of the wayward with joy and inviting all of us to join the celebration rather than remain outside in resentment.
It isn't fair; it is grace, love, and the joy of the Father.
Worshipping In-Person and Online
We are worshipping in-person at the church, live-streaming to wherever you are, and a recording will be available on YouTube later in the day. We will continue to offer these three ways to join us in worship.
In-Person Worship Begins at 9:30 am!
We are committed to offering worship opportunities for everyone during this time when it may be reasonable for some people to join in public gatherings, and yet still be too great of a risk for others.
- In-Person: Meeting in-person at the church at 9:30 am, (Fully vaccinated people have the option to not wear a mask. We do ask everyone to remain careful.).
- Live Video: Live-streaming the service to YouTube. Stream will start around 9:20 am with worship starting at 9:30 am. Don't worry if you join late, you can rewind to the beginning.
- Recorded Video: Available either immediately or later in the day on YouTube
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Welcome to Oviedo Presbyterian Church
We are a family of Christ followers known for our love of Christ, love for one another, and reaching out to those in need. We value authenticity above formality, and honest relationships above token handshakes. We don't pretend to be perfect, and we don't expect that you are either.
If you just want to get lost in the crowd, we may not be the right place for you!
A church is not a building or something you attend, it is something you become a part of. If you want to be more than a number, to love and be loved, to grow in your faith, and to share your gifts and talents, we invite you to check us out.
Whether you are a seasoned saint or a questioning seeker, there is a place for you.
Our Sunday morning worship has a touch of tradition but without being stuffy. We worship in new songs of praise as well as hymns that have withstood the test of time. We preach and teach the Word of God in honest ways that connect with real life and real people. Like God’s love, we minister across the generations, rather than targeting just one. We believe that worship is something that we participate in rather than just watch.
Some of our older members dress in suits or dresses while some of the youth wear jeans. If you wear something "corporate casual" you'll fit right in. Who you are is more important that what you wear! Come as you are, we do!
