Hidden Treasure

Rev. Dr. Carolyn Scanblan-Holmes • September 8, 2025

When was the last time you set off on a treasure hunt?

When was the last time you went on a treasure hunt? Sometimes the most valuable treasures are hiding in plain sight — just waiting for someone curious enough to look. This Sunday at The Garden, we’re setting out on a search inspired by two short but powerful stories from Matthew 13:44–46 — where hidden treasures and priceless pearls become symbols of life’s most meaningful discoveries.


We’ll explore what it means to notice, pursue, and embrace the things that truly matter — the kind of treasures that can change how we see the world and how we live in it.


At The Garden, we believe the sacred can be found in everyday places, and that love and meaning can show up anywhere. So bring your curiosity, your questions, and a heart ready to dig in. You might just uncover something priceless that’s been right in front of you all along.

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