Known and Seen
In today’s message, Canon Rob invites us to open our hearts to the invitation to “come and see”, recognizing that God’s awareness of us and care for us remains unwavering, even in moments of doubt.
In today’s message, Canon Rob invites us to open our hearts to the invitation to “come and see”, recognizing that God’s awareness of us and care for us remains unwavering, even in moments of doubt.
Our message today explores the parallels between the joy of Christmas gift-giving and God’s continuous revelation of love.
Drawing inspiration from the presentation of the infant Jesus in the temple, we reflect on Simeon’s eager anticipation and Anna’s unwavering devotion, envisioning their stories as mirrors to our own quest for renewal. Canon Rob Park encourages us to carry the transformative power of Christ’s birth into our lives, actively seeking hope and restoration amidst the uncertainties of our world.
Canon Rob Park encourages us to unwrap the gift of love, share it abundantly, and multiply the joy for a world in search of hope and healing.
Read Canon Rob’s Christmas letter of hope and restoration that invites us to make a place for God to work in all our lives.
Christmas Eve services will be held on evening of the 24th, at 4pm, 7pm, and 10:30pm. Our Christmas Day Service will be at 10am.
Canon Rob Park offers prayers, and a short ceremony of candle lighting for remembering and celebrating the lives of those in our community that have died in the last year.
Today’s sermon reflects on Jesus’ wisdom in responding to the Herodians’ question and the distinction between the earthly and divine realms.
“Our journey of faith is not merely about receiving the invitation; it’s about preparing our hearts to fully embrace and embody the values of God’s Community.”
“The Ministry Faire is not only a celebration but also an exhibition of the numerous ministries and groups at St. Mark’s that shape our church community and empower us to spread the Good News of Jesus Christ. “
“Gratitude forms the foundation of our relationship with God.” Canon Rob Park offers prayers, a short reflection, and reflections questions based on our reading Luke 17:11-19.
“The petition to “give us grateful hearts” is as much a call to make us aware of the risk of losing the gifts we have been given by the generations before us that we are facing in our world today, as it is a petition inviting us to a general counting of our personal blessings.”