A Blog by Rev. Roberta J. Egli “Blessed are the Peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” ( Matthew 5:9) We had a sacred time of praying for peace on the first evening of our International Messy Church Leaders conference in England. Earlier that day, we received the news that the United States […]
Creating Safe Spaces and Great Places for Everyone
A Blogpost by Crystal Goetz Anyone who has ever been left out of something they deeply wanted to be part of knows the sting of exclusion. It’s a feeling that can lead to questions like, “Why don’t I fit in?” or “Will I ever truly belong?” These are questions we hope no one ever has […]
Making Room: Celebrating Neurodiversity
A Blog by Roberta Egli One thing I have always loved about Messy Church is that it is a place where all are welcome- where creativity, community and Christ-centered exploration meet in surprising and beautiful ways. As a mother of a (now adult) son who is kind, compassionate and happens to fall within the neurodivergent […]
Welcome and Gratitude
Messy Church USA is excited to announce the appointment of Emalee Sugano as our new Communications Director. She officially started on April 15, 2025. Emalee brings a dynamic blend of creativity, strategic insight, and a passion for faith-based storytelling that aligns beautifully with the mission and values of Messy Church. Emalee brings her expertise in Marketing […]