60 Hand http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org A weekly podcast of the Good News of God in Jesus Christ as preached at St. John's Episcopal Church in Dallas, Texas. EN Mon, 22 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMT Sermon St. John's Epsicopal Church. All rights reserved. webmaster@stjohnsepiscopal.org webmaster@stjohnsepiscopal.org http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Logo-Church-General.png http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org 340 340 clean webmaster@stjohnsepiscopal.org Fr. Bob Corley St. John's, Dallas, Texas A weekly podcast of the Good News of God in Jesus Christ as preached at St. John's Episcopal Church in Dallas, Texas. St. John's, Dallas, Texas Saint John Dallas Texas David Houk Bob Corley Sermon http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_12-21-08.mp3 December 21, 2008 (2 Samuel 7:4,8-16; St. Luke 1:26-38). God makes many promises through the words of his Prophets, Jesus, and the Apostles. How can we know they are true? By seeing how Jesus is fulfilling the prophecies concerning the Messiah, we can know that God is trustworthy to fulfill all that he has promised. http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_12-21-08.mp3 Sun, 21 Dec 2008 16:30:00 GMT Sermon Fr. Bob Corley no no December 21, 2008 (2 Samuel 7:4,8-16; St. Luke 1:26-38) God makes many promises through the words of his Prophets, Jesus, and the Apostles. How can we know they are true? By seeing how Jesus is fulfilling the prophecies concerning the Messiah, we can know that God is trustworthy to fulfill all that he has promised. Bob Corley Luke David Samuel promise covenant http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_12-14-08.mp3 December 14, 2008 (St. John 1:6-8, 19-28). "Who are you? What do you say about yourself?" These are the questions put to John the Baptist in today's Gospel. And for him, understanding who he was--as well as who he was not--related to Christ, the coming Messiah. http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_12-14-08.mp3 Sun, 14 Dec 2008 16:30:00 GMT Sermon Fr. David Houk no no December 14, 2008 (St. John 1:6-8, 19-28) "Who are you? What do you say about yourself?" These are the questions put to John the Baptist in today's Gospel. And for him, understanding who he was--as well as who he was not--related to Christ, the coming Messiah. David Houk Mark John Baptist identity http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_12-07-08.mp3 December 7, 2008 (St. Mark 1:1-8). John the Baptist's cry on the Second Sunday of Advent is nothing more and nothing less than a call to humble ourselves in light of Christ's coming. Fr. Houk offers a practical idea about how to do that. http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_12-07-08.mp3 Sun, 07 Dec 2008 16:30:00 GMT Sermon Fr. David Houk no no December 7, 2008 (St. Mark 1:1-8) John the Baptist's cry on the Second Sunday of Advent is nothing more and nothing less than a call to humble ourselves in light of Christ's coming. Fr. Houk offers a practical idea about how to do that. David Houk Mark humble John Baptist http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_11-30-08.mp3 November 30, 2008 (St. Mark 13:24-37). In an apocalyptic passage in St. Mark's gospel, Jesus is foreshadowing the end of the ages when he will come in glory and spendor to gather his elect. The day and hour of this event has been kept secret for our benefit, to encourage all to live a total life of faith, not to just be on "good behavior" when the time is close. http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_11-30-08.mp3 Sun, 30 Nov 2008 16:30:00 GMT Sermon Fr. Bob Corley no no November 30, 2008 (St. Mark 13:24-37) In an apocalyptic passage in St. Mark's gospel, Jesus is foreshadowing the end of the ages when he will come in glory and spendor to gather his elect. The day and hour of this event has been kept secret for our benefit, to encourage all to live a total life of faith, not to just be on "good behavior" when the time is close. Bob Corley Mark apocalypse end http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_11-23-08.mp3 November 23, 2008 (Ezekiel 34:11-17; St. Matthew 25:31-46). The bottom line of the Church Year is that Jesus Christ is King. Our challenge is to "crown him Lord of all" and make his kingship first in our lives. http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_11-23-08.mp3 Sun, 23 Nov 2008 16:30:00 GMT Sermon Fr. David Houk no no November 23, 2008 (Ezekiel 34:11-17; St. Matthew 25:31-46) The bottom line of the Church Year is that Jesus Christ is King. Our challenge is to "crown him Lord of all" and make his kingship first in our lives. David Houk Ezekiel Matthew Christ King http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_11-16-08.mp3 November 16, 2008 (Zephaniah 1:7,12-18; 1 Thessalonians 5:1-10; St. Matthew 25:14-15,19-29). The God of the Bible loves the world enough to rid it of evil and cure its ills. The good news is that if we shed out complacency, and decide to care about what he cares about, he will cure us as well. http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_11-16-08.mp3 Sun, 16 Nov 2008 16:30:00 GMT Sermon Fr. David Houk no no November 16, 2008 (Zephaniah 1:7,12-18; 1 Thessalonians 5:1-10; St. Matthew 25:14-15,19-29) The God of the Bible loves the world enough to rid it of evil and cure its ills. The good news is that if we shed out complacency, and decide to care about what he cares about, he will cure us as well. David Houk Amos Matthew wrong http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_11-09-08.mp3 November 9, 2008 (Amos 5:18-24; St. Matthew 25:1-13). Being prepared to meet God face to face means shifting our focus from "What’s wrong with the world?" to "What’s wrong with me?" http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_11-09-08.mp3 Sun, 09 Nov 2008 16:30:00 GMT Sermon Fr. David Houk no no November 9, 2008 (Amos 5:18-24; St. Matthew 25:1-13) Being prepared to meet God face to face means shifting our focus from "What’s wrong with the world?" to "What’s wrong with me?" David Houk Amos Matthew wrong http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_11-02-08.MP3 November 2, 2008 (Ecclesiasticus 44:1-10, 13-14; St. Matthew 5:1-12). The quest for immortality has a long tradition, involving such household names as Ponce de Leon and Ted Williams. Currently scientists continue this quest form of cryonics and biomedical gerontology. Immortality is more than a legend or possibility, it is a reality for those who find life in Christ Jesus. http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_11-02-08.MP3 Sun, 02 Nov 2008 16:30:00 GMT Sermon Fr. Bob Corley no no November 2, 2008 (Ecclesiasticus 44:1-10, 13-14; St. Matthew 5:1-12) The quest for immortality has a long tradition, involving such household names as Ponce de Leon and Ted Williams. Currently scientists continue this quest form of cryonics and biomedical gerontology. Immortality is more than a legend or possibility, it is a reality for those who find life in Christ Jesus. Bob Corley quest immortality Ecclesiasticus Matthew http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_10-26-08.MP3 October 26, 2008 (St. Matthew 6:19-24). In his sermon on the mount, Jesus implored his disciples to lay up for themselves real treasure that will not be consumed by moth or rust. We are also called, as followers of Christ, to invest our energy in doing godly works, which build up for us treasure in heaven. http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_10-26-08.MP3 Sun, 26 Oct 2008 16:30:00 GMT Sermon Fr. Roy Baines no no October 26, 2008 (St. Matthew 6:19-24) In his sermon on the mount, Jesus implored his disciples to lay up for themselves real treasure that will not be consumed by moth or rust. We are also called, as followers of Christ, to invest our energy in doing godly works, which build up for us treasure in heaven. Roy Baines stewardship Matthew sermon mount http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_10-19-08.MP3 October 19, 2008 (1 Chronicles 29:10-16; St. Matthew 14:13-21). Fr. David gets at the big picture of stewardship in his application of King David's famous words: "All things come from thee and of thy own have we given thee." http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_10-19-08.MP3 Sun, 19 Oct 2008 16:30:00 GMT Sermon Fr. David Houk no no October 19, 2008 (1 Chronicles 29:10-16; St. Matthew 14:13-21) Fr. David gets at the big picture of stewardship in his application of King David's famous words: "All things come from thee and of thy own have we given thee." David Stewardship Chronicles Matthew http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_10-12-08.mp3 October 12, 2008 (Chronicles 29:10-16). Today is Episcopal School Sunday, when we honor the great gift we have in the school. A reading about King David reminds us that the school, and all good gifts, come from God. {E371A898-32AB-4F8D-AD67-61AE407E519B} Sun, 12 Oct 2008 16:30:00 GMT Sermon Fr. David Houk no no October 12, 2008 (Chronicles 29:10-16). Today is Episcopal School Sunday, when we honor the great gift we have in the school. A reading about King David reminds us that the school, and all good gifts, come from God. David Stwardship Gifts Time Talent http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_10-05-08.mp3 October 5, 2008 (Genesis 39:1-6, St. Matthew 21:33-43). Stewardship is more than a financial decision. The concept of stewardship grows out of the Bible and is patterned after examples like Joseph and the teachings of Jesus. In the end, the way we spend our time, talents, and treasure speaks volumes of what we truly value and believe. {6C438C42-7053-4D97-9C1D-68881ECF9467} Fri, 10 Oct 2008 21:35:27 GMT Sermon Fr. Bob Corley no no October 5, 2008 (Genesis 39:1-6, St. Matthew 21:33-43). Stewardship is more than a financial decision. The concept of stewardship grows out of the Bible and is patterned after examples like Joseph and the teachings of Jesus. In the end, the way we spend our time, talents, and treasure speaks volumes of what we truly value and believe. Stewardship http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/9-28-08.mp3 September 28, 2008 (Philippians 2:1-15). In Philippians 2, St. Paul shows us that greatness in the kingdom is upside-down. Defined by the Incarnation and death of Christ, greatness is understood over and against the world’s values of prestige, position, and power. Greatness in the kingdom is about small things, service, and downward mobility. {313AE5A5-3E4E-479B-9A86-95FC146CAEF9} Wed, 01 Oct 2008 23:23:08 GMT Sermon Fr. David Houk no no September 28, 2008 (Philippians 2:1-15) Paul shows us that greatness in the kingdom is upside-down. Defined by the Incarnation and death of Christ, greatness is understood over and against the world’s values of prestige, position, and power. Greatness in the kingdom is about small things, service, and downward mobility. David Houk Values Service http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_9-7-08.mp3 September 7, 2008 (St. Matthew 18:15-20). It’s Parish Life Sunday, the day on which we begin a new year of education and ministry at St. John’s. It’s a great day to remind ourselves why we are a church in the first place. We are here to bring one another along from the ugliness of our sins to the beauty of God’s glory in our lives. {6D7D795B-31F1-4AF9-A0AE-2D65FB597FDE} Mon, 15 Sep 2008 15:39:18 GMT Sermon Fr. David Houk no no September 7, 2008 (St. Matthew 18:15-20) It’s Parish Life Sunday, the day on which we begin a new year of education and ministry at St. John’s. It’s a great day to remind ourselves why we are a church in the first place. We are here to bring one another along from the ugliness of our sins to the beauty of God’s glory in our lives. David Houk masterpiece Parish Life Sunday http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_8-31-08.mp3 August 31, 2008 (St. Matthew 16:21-27). Like St. Peter, we need to lay down our plans and perspectives, our very lives, and take up our cross. And it is there, in following Jesus sacrificially, that we can come to know true love and true life through him who laid down his life for us. {F098231D-A4E5-46D3-A595-1B369722648D} Mon, 15 Sep 2008 15:30:45 GMT Sermon Fr. David Houk no no August 31, 2008 (St. Matthew 16:21-27) Like St. Peter, we need to lay down our plans and perspectives, our very lives, and take up our cross. And it is there, in following Jesus sacrificially, that we can come to know true love and true life through him who laid down his life for us. David Houk sacrifice Peter Jesus http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_8-24-08.mp3 August 24, 2008 (St. Matthew 16:13-20). Caesarea Philippi is a strange place for the Jewish Messiah to take his disciples. But Christ is intent on taking us all on that journey, where our small minds can be opened for the big question: "Who do you say that I am?" {329DD01D-9CD0-4332-ACC2-A28D479D065D} Wed, 27 Aug 2008 14:39:16 GMT Sermon Fr. David Houk no no August 24, 2008 (St. Matthew 16:13-20) Caesarea Philippi is a strange place for the Jewish Messiah to take his disciples. But Christ is intent on taking us all on that journey, where our small minds can be opened for the big question: "Who do you say that I am?" David Houk Caesarea Philippi Jesus http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_8-17-08.mp3 August 17, 2008 (St. Matthew 15:21-28). As Jesus was ushering in the Kingdom of Heaven through the people of Israel, the amazing faith of a Canaanite woman causes her to receive a foretaste of the Kingdom before it is opened to the Gentiles. Through great displays of faith like hers, God is able to do great and unexpected things. {29B930B2-1ADF-4F30-A48F-D1206B105469} Sun, 24 Aug 2008 13:59:48 GMT Sermon Fr. Bob Corley no no August 17, 2008 (St. Matthew 15:21-28) As Jesus was ushering in the Kingdom of Heaven through the people of Israel, the amazing faith of a Canaanite woman causes her to receive a foretaste of the Kingdom before it is opened to the Gentiles. Through great displays of faith like hers, God is able to do great and unexpected things. Bob Corley Jesus Canaanite woman faith http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_8-10-08.mp3 July 20, 2008 (St. Matthew 14:22-33). Jesus was not the only man to walk on water. St. Peter was also able to do this impossible feat, while he was focused on Jesus. By focusing on Jesus, we too are able to do the unimaginable, playing out the part God has given us to do in His plan for the salvation of the world. {53FB44B4-B57B-4F91-8317-0269FF9996A8} Wed, 13 Aug 2008 23:55:49 GMT Sermon Fr. Bob Corley no no July 20, 2008 (St. Matthew 14:22-33) Jesus was not the only man to walk on water. St. Peter was also able to do this impossible feat, while he was focused on Jesus. By focusing on Jesus, we too are able to do the unimaginable, playing out the part God has given us to do in His plan for the salvation of the world. Bob Corley Jesus Peter walk on water focus http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_08-03-08.mp3 August 3, 2008 (St. Matthew 14:13-21). Jesus' feeding of the 5,000 points us to our weekly meal with Christ. the miracle of the miracles is that as we receive the Body and Blood of the Lord, we are united with him in such a way that we, like him, are taken, blessed, broken, and given, for our own joy and for the life of the world. {1BC2F9F8-DF00-4B4F-AFAA-AC063D2FAB54} Wed, 13 Aug 2008 22:34:16 GMT Sermon Fr. David Houk no no August 3, 2008 (St. Matthew 14:13-21) Jesus' feeding of the 5,000 points us to our weekly meal with Christ. the miracle of the miracles is that as we receive the Body and Blood of the Lord, we are united with him in such a way that we, like him, are taken, blessed, broken, and given, for our own joy and for the life of the world. David Houk Matthew feeding 5000 five-thousand http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_07-27-08.mp3 July 27, 2008 (Romans 8:26-34). Even when we don't know how to pray or what to pray for, our persistence in prayer evidences the work of the Holy Spirit, who is doing for us greater things than we can ask or imagine. {40B7A817-737B-4C99-88F4-7DE7C1358685} Wed, 13 Aug 2008 22:23:39 GMT Sermon Fr. David Houk no no July 27, 2008 (Romans 8:26-34) Even when we don't know how to pray or what to pray for, our persistence in prayer evidences the work of the Holy Spirit, who is doing for us greater things than we can ask or imagine. David Houk Romans prayer Holy Spirit http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_7-20-08.mp3 July 20, 2008 (St. Matthew 13:24-30,36-43). In the parable of the weeds and fields, Jesus reveals that evil and good are allowed to grow alongside one another because of God's mercy. As Christians, we are called to witness to Jesus with love and patience, knowing that perfect justice is coming at the end of the age. {5A539CA3-0111-4FEF-9530-B81D362138C4} Wed, 23 Jul 2008 21:02:46 GMT Sermon Fr. Bob Corley no no July 20, 2008 (St. Matthew 13:24-30,36-43) In the parable of the weeds and fields, Jesus reveals that evil and good are allowed to grow alongside one another because of God's mercy. As Christians, we are called to witness to Jesus with love and patience, knowing that perfect justice is coming at the end of the age. Bob Corley Jesus Parable of the Sower http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_7-13-08.mp3 July 13, 2008 (St. Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23). In the parable of the sower, Jesus illuminates the disciples about how people receive the Word of God's Kingdom. As we hear God's word spoken in the Scriptures this morning, how is it being received? {A170C931-70BD-400D-A077-8B48A4B8D788} Wed, 23 Jul 2008 20:44:20 GMT Sermon Fr. Bob Corley no no July 13, 2008 (St. Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23) In the parable of the sower, Jesus illuminates the disciples about how people receive the Word of God's Kingdom. As we hear God's word spoken in the Scriptures this morning, how is it being received? Bob Corley Jesus Parable of the Sower http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_7-6-08.mp3 July 6, 2008 (St. Matthew 11:25-30). Jesus offers the greatest invitation of all in today's Gospel: "Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." Why not take him up on the offer? {B59650E7-ADCC-45DC-9754-F5C5710B48C4} Wed, 23 Jul 2008 20:31:12 GMT Sermon St. John's no no July 6, 2008 (St. Matthew 11:25-30) Jesus offers the greatest invitation of all in today's Gospel: "Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." Why not take him up on the offer? David Houk come Jesus invitation rsvp http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_6-29-08.mp3 June 29, 2008 (St. Matthew 10:34-42). What's love got to do with it? Everything, so long as our Love List is right, which means giving priority and allegiance to the love we know if the person of Jesus Christ. {C013E7FD-2F24-48A0-AFD9-0BC9F7EB5E7C} Wed, 02 Jul 2008 14:35:53 GMT Sermon Fr. David Houk no no June 29, 2008 (St. Matthew 10:34-42) What's love got to do with it? Everything, so long as our Love List is right, which means giving priority and allegiance to the love we know if the person of Jesus Christ. David Houk ordered love Jesus http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_6-22-08.mp3 June 22, 2008 (St. John 1:29-34). John the Baptist, our patron Saint, was the first to recognize Jesus as "the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world." What do his words mean for the mission and ministry of this parish, St. John's, named after the great Forerunner of our Lord? {61060953-C795-454A-BF3D-9F641C7B6EF6} Mon, 30 Jun 2008 18:45:14 GMT Sermon Fr. David Houk no no June 22, 2008 (St. John 1:29-34) John the Baptist, our patron Saint, was the first to recognize Jesus as "the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world." What do his words mean for the mission and ministry of this parish, St. John's, named after the great Forerunner of our Lord? David Houk John the Baptist Lamb of God http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_6-15-08.mp3 June 15, 2008 (St. Matthew 9:35-10:15). Call, prepare, send. Beginning with the Twelve disciples, the Church has been participating in God's plan of salvation revealed in his Son, Jesus, by following this three step process. St. John's actively looking to grow in each of these areas, looking to harvest people who will in turn harvest other people. {483B51AE-5D25-4EFC-A575-FBA8F8AAD7C6} Mon, 30 Jun 2008 18:21:59 GMT Sermon Fr. Bob Corley no no June 15, 2008 (St. Matthew 9:35-10:15) Call, prepare, send. Beginning with the Twelve disciples, the Church has been participating in God's plan of salvation revealed in his Son, Jesus, by following this three step process. St. John's actively looking to grow in each of these areas, looking to harvest people who will in turn harvest other people. Bob Corley harvest Jesus disciples http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_06-08-08.mp3 June 8, 2008 (Hosea5:15-6:6; St. Matthew 9:9-13). The prophetic life of Hosea and the ministry of Jesus demonstrate God's heart for men and women: "I desire steadfast love, not sacrifice," says the Lord. The outward forms of our liturgy are intended to order our inner life, as we "lift up our hearts" at the Eucharist. {B1DDB9B8-12A1-4FD6-9077-607485907D66} Tue, 10 Jun 2008 21:09:54 GMT Sermon Fr. David Houk no no June 8, 2008 (Hosea5:15-6:6; St. Matthew 9:9-13) June 8, 2008 (Hosea5:15-6:6; St. Matthew 9:9-13). The prophetic life of Hosea and the ministry of Jesus demonstrate God's heart for men and women: "I desire steadfast love, not sacrifice," says the Lord. The outward forms of our liturgy are intended to order our inner life, as we "lift up our hearts" at the Eucharist. David Houk feel God http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_06-01-08.mp3 June 1, 2008 (St. Matthew 7:21-27). At a service of Holy Confirmation, Bishop Stanton delivers a message about how both law and grace are knit together in the identity of a person who takes Jesus as Lord. {7CBB874A-F3BF-4788-BD7A-89D83C94C94E} Tue, 03 Jun 2008 13:25:33 GMT Sermon Bishop James Stanton no no June 1, 2008 (St. Matthew 7:21-27). Don't let your identity be stolen. (Bishop James Stanton) June 1, 2008 (St. Matthew 7:21-27). Don't let your identity be stolen. (Bishop James Stanton). At a service of Holy Confirmation, Bishop Stanton delivers a message about how both law and grace are knit together in the identity of a person who takes Jesus as Lord. Bishop James Stanton grace law identity theft http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_05-25-08.mp3 May 25, 2008 (St. Matthew 6:24-34). Jesus' famous words about seeking first the kingdom of God are the subject of today's Gospel. Fr. Houk breaks these words down into three "bite-sized pieces" about allegiance to Jesus, serving Others, and prioritizing Yourself. And for the seeker of the kingdom, this spells JOY. {1C278855-1F56-4053-BFB5-F50042EB1E40} Mon, 02 Jun 2008 20:47:03 GMT Sermon Fr. David Houk no no May 25, 2008 (St. Matthew 6:24-34). May 25, 2008 (St. Matthew 6:24-34). Jesus' famous words about seeking first the kingdom of God are the subject of today's Gospel. Fr. Houk breaks these words down into three "bite-sized pieces" about allegiance to Jesus, serving Others, and prioritizing Yourself. And for the seeker of the kingdom, this spells JOY. David Houk sermon joy seek first kingdom Jesus http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_05-04-08.mp3 May 4, 2008, the Seventh Sunday of Easter (St. John 17:1-11). In John 17, the Son of God prays to the Father on behalf of himself and his disciples. And what we see is that, in Jesus Christ, god has not offered the world a new 'religion', but a new kind of life to be lived in relationship with the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. {0A8F4722-CF95-4B10-A50C-7A0DCCF20EE7} Wed, 07 May 2008 14:31:26 GMT Sermon Fr. David Houk no no May 4, 2008, the Seventh Sunday of Easter (St. John 17:1-11) May 4, 2008, the Seventh Sunday of Easter (St. John 17:1-11). In John 17, the Son of God prays to the Father on behalf of himself and his disciples. And what we see is that, in Jesus Christ, god has not offered the world a new 'religion', but a new kind of life to be lived in relationship with the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. David Houk religion Jesus pray disciples http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_04-27-08.mp3 April 27, 2008, The Sixth Sunday of Easter (St. John 15:1-8). In today's Gospel, Jesus teaches his disciples that he is the vine, they are the branches, and that the Father is the Vinedresser who prunes those who are fruitful. With that in mind, we can trust that anything God sends or allows into our lives, however painful, is for our ultimate good. {4073B10D-F5B0-4B5B-BBB6-9DE690F26F91} Wed, 07 May 2008 14:23:20 GMT Sermon Fr. David Houk no no April 27, 2008, The Sixth Sunday of Easter (St. John 15:1-8) April 27, 2008, The Sixth Sunday of Easter (St. John 15:1-8). In today's Gospel, Jesus teaches his disciples that he is the vine, they are the branches, and that the Father is the Vinedresser who prunes those who are fruitful. With that in mind, we can trust that anything God sends or allows into our lives, however painful, is for our ultimate good. David Houk vine vinedresser Jesus pruning http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_04-20-08.mp3 April 20, 2008, The Fifth Sunday of Easter (St. John 14:1-14). An uplifting account of a young woman's journey in Christ. {E8C33DFF-EB4E-4A99-BD3D-A6701B7DD34B} Mon, 21 Apr 2008 15:58:33 GMT Sermon Jessica Cook no no April 20, 2008, The Fifth Sunday of Easter (St. John 14:1-14) April 20, 2008, The Fifth Sunday of Easter (St. John 14:1-14). An uplifting account of a young woman's journey in Christ. Jessica Cook young person journey Christ http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_04-13-08.mp3 April 13, 2008, The Fourth Sunday of Easter (St. John 10:1-10). Maybe we human beings can't choose whether or not we act like sheep, but at least we can choose our shepherd. {E2DE52CB-89CE-4D78-81A1-BC76267F7D7B} Wed, 16 Apr 2008 21:28:33 GMT Sermon Fr. David Houk no no April 13, 2008, The Fourth Sunday of Easter (St. John 10:1-10) April 13, 2008, The Fourth Sunday of Easter (St. John 10:1-10). Maybe we human beings can't choose whether or not we act like sheep, but at least we can choose our shepherd. David Houk Jesus Good Shepherd gate http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_04-06-08.mp3 April 6, 2008, The Third Sunday of Easter (St. Luke 24:13-35). As the disciples walked with the risen Lord, he opened the scriptures to them and renewed their faith. Every time the Church assembles in a local congregation for Holy Eucharist, we have our own Emmaus experience, walking with the risen Lord through the Scriptures and seeing him in the breaking of the bread. {E7DB3C69-AED9-436A-A315-A63196F61C8E} Mon, 14 Apr 2008 20:16:32 GMT Sermon Fr. Bob Corley no no April 6, 2008, The Third Sunday of Easter (St. Luke 24:13-35) April 6, 2008, The Third Sunday of Easter (St. Luke 24:13-35). As the disciples walked with the risen Lord, he opened the scriptures to them and renewed their faith. Every time the Church assembles in a local congregation for Holy Eucharist, we have our own Emmaus experience, walking with the risen Lord through the Scriptures and seeing him in the breaking of the bread. Bob Corley risen Jesus Emmaus walk road http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_03-30-08.mp3 March 30, 2008, The Second Sunday of Easter (St. John 20:19-31). All the Apostles doubted the resurrection when they were told about it, especially "Doubting Thomas." The truth of the resurrection triumphs over their doubt--and ours--just as it does over death. {E7906BF9-22C4-431C-ABDB-E45326F78E29} Wed, 02 Apr 2008 14:34:14 GMT Sermon Fr. David Houk no no March 30, 2008, The Second Sunday of Easter (St. John 20:19-31) March 30, 2008, The Second Sunday of Easter (St. John 20:19-31). All the Apostles doubted the resurrection when they were told about it, especially "Doubting Thomas." The truth of the resurrection triumphs over their doubt--and ours--just as it does over death. David Houk Jesus Easter Sunday resurrection http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_03-23-08.mp3 March 23, 2008, Easter Sunday (St. Matthew 28:1-10). Fr. Houk digs out of St. Matthew’s Gospel three challenges presented by the angels and the risen Lord: to believe, to go and tell, and to rejoice. {9135B34D-92D1-4771-8D5F-67563FDE3967} Tue, 01 Apr 2008 20:58:14 GMT Sermon Fr. David Houk no no March 23, 2008, Easter Sunday (St. Matthew 28:1-10) March 23, 2008, Easter Sunday (St. Matthew 28:1-10). Fr. Houk digs out of St. Matthew’s Gospel three challenges presented by the angels and the risen Lord: to believe, to go and tell, and to rejoice. David Houk Jesus Easter Sunday resurrection http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_03-16-08.mp3 March 16, 2008, Palm Sunday (St. Matthew 27:1-54). Fr. Houk suggests that the pain Jesus bore in his suffering and death was nothing like the pain of his abandonment: by his people, his disciples, and by a holy God as he bore the sins of the world. {35EAAB4E-D1D2-44E8-B16D-5C3F1ABC9795} Wed, 19 Mar 2008 16:40:17 GMT Sermon Fr. David Houk no no March 16, 2008, Palm Sunday (St. Matthew 27:1-54) March 16, 2008, Palm Sunday (St. Matthew 27:1-54). Fr. Houk suggests that the pain Jesus bore in his suffering and death was nothing like the pain of his abandonment: by his people, his disciples, and by a holy God as he bore the sins of the world. David Houk Jesus Palm Sunday rejection passion http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_3-09-08.mp3 March 9, 2008, The Fifth Sunday of Lent (St. John 11:1-44). Jesus raises Lazarus from the dead (St. John 11:1-44), showing that he has the power to transform the lives of men and women. {32ED68CB-6E04-4120-B013-E67E7E531CAC} Fri, 14 Mar 2008 20:16:33 GMT Sermon Fr. David Houk no no March 9, 2008, The Fifth Sunday of Lent (St. John 11:1-44) March 9, 2008, The Fifth Sunday of Lent (St. John 11:1-44). Jesus raises Lazarus from the dead (St. John 11:1-44), showing that he has the power to transform the lives of men and women. David Houk Jesus Lazarus raised dead http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_03-02-08.mp3 March 2, 2008, The Fourth Sunday in Lent (St. John 9:1-38). Primarily drawing on the story of Jesus healing a man born blind, Fr. Bob challenges the spiritual sight of the believer and the power of Christ to open the eyes of the spiritually blind. {318923A3-34A3-46F4-B46A-0A5B50B827B4} Fri, 14 Mar 2008 20:08:15 GMT Sermon Fr. Bob Corley no no March 2, 2008, The Fourth Sunday in Lent (St. John 9:1-38) March 2, 2008, The Fourth Sunday in Lent (St. John 9:1-38). Primarily drawing on the story of Jesus healing a man born blind (St. John 9:1-38), Fr. Bob challenges the spiritual sight of the believer and the power of Christ to open the eyes of the spiritually blind. Bob Corley Jesus man born blind cure heal http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_02-24-08.mp3 February 24, 2008, The Third Sunday in Lent (St. John 4:5-42). Jesus converses with a Samaritan woman at a well, using the subject of water to talk about what is most essential for life. {F0529C68-3AA7-4564-82E9-483CB0F9EECC} Fri, 14 Mar 2008 20:02:24 GMT Sermon Fr. David Houk no no February 24, 2008, The Third Sunday in Lent (St. John 4:5-42) February 24, 2008, The Third Sunday in Lent (St. John 4:5-42). Jesus converses with a Samaritan woman at a well (John 4:5-42), using the subject of water to talk about what is most essential for life. David Houk born again water essential Jesus http://www.stjohnsepiscopal.org/podcasts/Sermon_02-17-08.mp3 March 17, 2008, The Second Sunday of Lent (St. John 3:1-17). Under the cover of darkness, Nicodemus comes to meet with Jesus. The change of heart he’s looking for is what Jesus describes as being "born anew." {5F8086E4-119D-42E6-98D4-1A6F52ACCE2C} Fri, 14 Mar 2008 19:53:17 GMT Sermon Fr. David Houk no no March 17, 2008, The Second Sunday of Lent (St. John 3:1-17) March 17, 2008, The Second Sunday of Lent (St. John 3:1-17). Under the cover of darkness, Nicodemus comes to meet with Jesus (John 3:1-17). The change of heart he’s looking for is what Jesus describes as being "born anew." David Houk born again Jesus Nicodemus