Sermons

Every Spiritual Blessing in the Heavenly Places

12/10/2026

Readings:       Ephesians 1:3-14, 1:15-23, Hebrews 9:1-3, 6-7, 11-15
Sentence:         I pray that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation as you come to know him, so that, with the eyes of your heart enlightened, you may know what is the hope to which he has called you, what are the riches of his glorious inheritance among the saints, and what is the immeasurable greatness of his power for us who believe according to the working of his great power. Eph 1:17–19
Collect:        Living host, call us together, call us to eat and drink with you. Grant that by your body and your blood we may be drawn to each other and to you. We make this prayer in the name of Jesus Christ our Saviour. Amen.
Preacher: Glen Ashworth

Ephesians: Behold what you are

5/10/2026

Readings:       Ephesians 1:1-14
Luke 24:44-53
Sentence:        Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places. Ephesians 1:3
Collect:           Merciful God, in Christ you make all things new; transform the poverty of our nature by the riches of your grace, and in the renewal of our lives make known your heavenly glory; through Jesus Christ our Redeemer. Amen.
Preacher: Glen Ashworth

Total Forgiveness - Part 2

30/9/2026

Theme:            Total Forgiveness - Part 2
Readings:       Genesis 50:14-21
Sentence:         “Let all bitterness and wrath and anger and clamour and slander be put away from you, along with all malice. Be kind to one another, tender-hearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.” Ephesians 4:31-32
Collect:            God of compassion, you have reconciled us in Jesus Christ who is our peace: Enable us to live as Jesus lived, breaking down walls of hostility and healing enmity. Give us grace to make peace with those from whom we are divided, that, forgiven and forgiving, we may ever be one in Christ; who with you and the Holy Spirit reigns for ever, one holy and undivided Trinity. Amen.
Preacher: Richard Dyer

Total Forgiveness - Part 1

30/9/2026

Readings:       Genesis 45: 1-15
(Richard will invite reader to come up during sermon)
Sentence:        ‘He has rescued us from the power of darkness and transferred us into the kingdom of his beloved Son, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.’ – Col. 1:13-14
Collect:           Lord Jesus, in whom we have redemption, forgive us of our sins and release us from patterns of destruction, that we would be free to walk as citizens of your kingdom in mercy, humility, and justice, through you who reigns in glory forever with the Father and Holy Spirit.
Amen
Preacher: Richard Dyer

Forgiveness

18/9/2026

Readings:       Romans 13:8–14
Matthew 18:21-35
Sentence:        Owe no one anything, except to love one another; for the one who loves another has fulfilled the law. Romans 13:8
Collect:           God of infinite mercy grant that we who know your pity may rejoice in your forgiveness and gladly forgive others for the sake of Jesus Christ our Saviour. Amen.
Preacher: Glen Ashworth

What is your source?

7/9/2026

Readings:       James 3:1-12
Matthew 16:13-20
Sentence:        And Jesus answered him, “Blessed are you, Simon son of Jonah! For flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but my Father in heaven. Matthew 16:17
Collect:           Creator God, you have made us not in one mould, but in many: so deepen our unity in Christ that we may rejoice in our diversity. This we ask through Jesus Christ our Redeemer. Amen.
Preacher: Glen Ashworth

'Under the Shadow of a Loving God's Wings'

31/8/2026

Readings:       Psalm 23
                        Psalm 36:5-9
Sentence:        "How priceless is your unfailing love, O God! People take refuge in the shadow of your wings." Psalm 36:7
Collect:           God of unchangeable power, our strength at all times; guard us from all dangers and support us in all difficulties that we may live victoriously now and forever; through Jesus Christ our Saviour. Amen.
Preacher: Ken Diekema
Audio: Unfortunately there is no audio available for this sermon.

But I'm a good person

24/8/2026

Readings:       Mark 10:17-31, Matthew 6:19-21
Sentence:        For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.
                        Matthew 6:21
Collect:           Almighty and everlasting God, by your Spirit the whole body of the Church is governed and sanctified; hear the prayer we offer for all your faithful people, that in the ministry to which you have called us we may serve you in holiness and truth; through our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen.
Preacher: Miriam Taylor

The Responsible, The Rebel, The Remarkable and Reconciliation

17/8/2026

Readings:       Ephesians 2:1-10; Luke 15:11-32
Sentence:        "But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed him." Luke 15:20
Collect:           Loving Father, You welcome us home even after we stray.
Teach us to trust in your forgiveness and to extend that same mercy to others. When we encounter brokenness in ourselves or in those we serve, help us respond with patience and hope. May our hearts mirror Your compassion especially toward those seeking a second chance, In Jesus name, Amen
Preacher: Richard Dyer

The Beatitudes

10/8/2026

Readings:       Romans 12:9-21
Matthew 5:1-12;
Sentence:        Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:3
Collect:           Jesus, Saviour in storm, when the waters of the deep are broken up, when the landmarks are washed away or drowned, come to us across the water; for the glory of your holy name. Amen.
Preacher: Glen Ashworth

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