Two sermons from Glenn Peoples

Here are sermons from Glenn. The first is on Mark 10.35-45 and talks about James’ and John’s request to Jesus to be leaders in his new kingdom. The second examines Hebrews 9:24-28, where Glenn presents us with some of the less comfortable aspects of Christian belief. Sermon 8 Nov 2015 Sermon 18 Oct 2015

Sermon 13 Sept 2015

Today, Ben preached about doing the things we can to support refugees. Even if the situation seems overwhelming, there are still things we can do and differences we can make. Sermon 13 Sept 2015

Feasting with Jesus and the Faith Five

Today we had all-age worship. Diana Langdom (Standz Enabler) visited and led us through some activities. The first was an activity to get to know each other.  Following this she talked about banquets and showed a short video based on the Parable of the Great Banquet (Luke 14:15-24).  This led into a discussion of the

Who makes a good Christian (28 June 2015)

We have two recordings from the service for you today. Ben interviewed one of our new parishioners – Gini Keane. She is a retired priest and now hospital chaplain. She shared her experience of being God’s helper in Wellington Hospital.  I suggest you listen to her and then read today’s gospel: Mark 5:21-43 Glenn preached

Growing God’s Kingdom (Sermon 14 June 2015)

Today Ben reflected on the wonderful growth we have had in our church and the things we can do to help grow God’s Kingdom.  The gospel reading for today was Mark 4:26-34.  The words for the song can be found here – Build Your Kingdom Here (Rend Collective). (pdf download).   Enjoy. Play on-line: Download mp3:

Sermon 7 June 2015

Today James Vinod preached on Mark 3:20-35.   Enjoy. Play on-line: Download mp3: Sermon 7 June 2015 If you a podcast user, you can add subscribe to the feed for these sermons by clicking on the link on the right-hand menu under ‘Sermons’. That will give you options for adding the podcast to your favourite programme.

What is trinity? (Sermon 31 May 2015)

For Trinity Sunday, Glenn Peoples preached on the understanding of the Trinity and not taking John 3:16 for granted. The readings for this week – referred to in the sermon – were: Isaiah 6:1-8, Romans 8:12-17 John 3:1-17 If you are interested, the full text of the Athanasian Creed can be found here   Enjoy.

Pentecost (Sermon 24 May 2015)

Today is Pentecost and Ben preaches about the coming of the Holy Spirit to the early church. The readings for this week – referred to in the sermon – were: Acts 1:3 – 2:18 1 Corinthians 12:4-11 John 14:11-17 Enjoy. Play on-line: Download mp3: Pentecost – 24 May 2015 If you a podcast user, you

Discernment – how to make good decisions (Sermon 17 May 2015)

We have started to record sermons again.  This week Ben preached about discernment and making good decisions.  He refers to the five S’s: Scripture Spirit Saints Sense Sircumstances. The words for the song at the end are: I want to walk with you, For you guide me every step of the way. The readings for

Prayer Cycle and Readings December 2013 to January 2014

 Date Prayer focus Prayer focus Readings Sunday, 1 December Monday, 2 December Young people and parish families Anglican Diocese of Wellington Ps 50, (54); Isa 25:1-9; Matt 12:1-21 Tuesday, 3 December Order of St Luke/healing ministry Hospital, school and university chaplains Ps 80, (82); Isa 26:1-13; Matt 12:22-37 Wednesday, 4 December Our relationship with other