I first met Jeff Vanderstelt a couple of years ago at an Acts 29 gathering. As we were talking, he began speaking of the “missional communities” that formed the core of Soma (his church). After repenting of my self-righteousness in thinking I had invented that term, I realized that God had birthed in both of us a very similar vision for the church. Jeff and his fellow elders at Soma have been really helpful advisors as we’ve wrestled with how to shape a church full of gospel missionaries who engage the culture around them, naturally and organically, for the glory and fame of Jesus.

This week we begin a season at Coram Deo where we’re seeking to clearly articulate our DNA as a church. In preparation for this series, I want to invite you to watch this interview with Jeff. It will help you understand why we talk the way we do, why we’re structured the way we are, and how we’re thinking about the mission God has given us. Coram Deo isn’t exactly like Soma… but we’re so similar that this interview will be real helpful.