This Sunday we explore the stark contrasts between earthly power and the life-giving love of God. Through the stories of Herod’s banquet and Jesus’ feeding of the five thousand, we see how true abundance in life comes from compassion and mercy, not wealth and status.
This Sunday we reflect on the boundless generosity of God through Jesus Christ and our call to reflect that generosity with hospitable hearts.
This Sunday, we reflect on Jesus’ mission to restore all people into a right relationship with God, regardless of their societal status. The message today intertwines the healing of Jairus’ daughter and the unnamed woman suffering from hemorrhages, highlighting themes of vulnerability, faith, and Jesus’ inclusive love.
Today’s Gospel reading reminds us of our need for rest and the importance of trusting Jesus amidst life’s chaos and that we can find balance and reassurance in God’s presence, even in our busiest times.
A parable of a clueless farmer and the parable of the mustard seed both reveal how God’s work often goes unnoticed yet is unstoppable. We reflect on how even the smallest acts of faith and love can flourish and spread in unexpected ways.
We are called to explore Jesus’ invitation to “follow me” as a call to leave behind worldly pressures and embrace God’s will, forming a new spiritual family.
Jesus teaches that the Sabbath law is meant to serve the well-being of people, not to burden them.
In Canon Rob’s sermon for Trinity Sunday, we explore the encounter between Jesus and Nicodemus in John 3:1-17, reflecting on the transformative power of spiritual rebirth through the Holy Trinity.
In our exploration of Pentecost (Acts 2:1-21), Canon Rob’s message calls us to witness the transformative power of the Holy Spirit as it descends upon the disciples, igniting them with courage and unity. Through the lens of Scripture and reflection on present-day divisions, we are reminded of God’s enduring call for unity amidst both our diversity and division.
Our collective efforts make a difference in spreading love and grace when we accept Jesus commission to the church and these good works are an encouragement for us to embrace the power of togetherness in your own journey of faith.
This week, Canon Rob’s message explores the message of John 15:9-17, where Jesus emphasizes the importance of love and deep connections within Christian community. We reflect on the characteristics of “abiding friendships,” relationships rooted in Christ’s love, marked by permanence, mutual support, and shared values.
Abiding in Christ entails continual communion, leading to spiritual strength, growth, and fruitfulness.
Through the image of the Good Shepherd (John 10:11-18), Jesus reveals the depth of God’s sacrificial love, his intimate knowledge of each believer, and his vision of a unified, inclusive community.
As we navigate doubt, seek forgiveness, and embrace our role as witnesses, we are empowered to reflect the truth of Christ’s resurrection in our lives.
Through Thomas’s loyalty amidst uncertainty and his profound encounter with Jesus after expressing doubt, we witnessed the power of belief to transform skepticism into centred faith, inspiring us to prioritize our relationship with God and embrace doubt as a path to deeper faith.
In this Easter reflection on Mark 16:1-8, we journey through the enigmatic narrative of Mark’s resurrection account, finding resonance in the emotions of fear and amazement experienced by the women at the empty tomb. Mark’s open-ended conclusion challenges us to embrace uncertainty in our faith journey while trusting in God’s steadfast promises.
This Sunday Canon Rob reads the story of the Passion from Mark 15:1-39 and interjects three reflections which reflect on how the crucifixion of Christ reveals the depth of human brokenness and the injustices present in our world, yet it also offers hope through the transformative power of the cross.
In today’s sermon on John 12:20-33, Canon Rob Park points to Jesus’ use of the metaphor of a grain of wheat to illustrate the transformative power of sacrifice and surrender.
In today’s sermon on John 3:14-21, Canon Rob Park invites us to examine Jesus’ transformative encounter with Nicodemus, and points us to the larger witness of his journey from skepticism to bold faith.
In today’s sermon on John 2:13-22, Canon Rob explores how Jesus disrupts the corrupted religious structures within the temple, symbolizing the need for personal and societal transformation.
Through the lens of discipleship, we reflect on the call to take up our cross daily, embracing sacrificial love and confronting injustice with hope and resilience.
Embracing the symbol of the cross as a daily reminder of Easter’s triumph and our baptismal covenant, we journey with hope and anticipation, trusting in God’s promise of redemption and new life.
Our world is often overshadowed by chaos and uncertainty and we long for moments of reassurance and divine presence. In his message today, Canon Rob helps us explore the theme of ‘Glimpses of God,’ reflecting on the story of the Transfiguration from Mark 9:2-9 and the significance of encountering God’s glory amidst life’s challenges.
Jesus calls us to break free from routines, carry the light of the Gospel into our daily lives, and become living examples of God’s love to those around us.
In today’s message, Canon Rob explores the transformative call of Jesus and the arrival of God’s Kingdom. In a world driven by earthly pursuits, Jesus invites us to align our goals with God’s intended order, fostering harmony, justice, and peace. The reading for this Sunday is Mark 1:14-20.
In today’s message, Canon Rob explores the transformative call of Jesus and the arrival of God’s Kingdom. In a world driven by earthly pursuits, Jesus invites us to align our goals with God’s intended order, fostering harmony, justice, and peace. The reading for this Sunday is Mark 1:14-20.
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.
