First Sunday after Christmas - December 28, 2014

First Sunday after Christmas
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday December 28, 2014.

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The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: https://www.biblegateway.com/versions/New-Revised-Standard-Version-NRSV-Bible/.

[00:01:15]  First Reading - Isaiah 61:10-62:3
[00:02:30]  Second Reading - Galatians 4:4-7
[00:03:15]  Gospel Reading - Luke 2:22-40
[00:05:59]  Sermon - Rev.  Regula Brandle
[00:32:59]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection:
  1. Who is Jesus in your eyes? A cute baby? King? God? Saviour?
  2. What gift are you giving to Jesus? What is it that Jesus would like from you?
  3. What do you think was different about Simeon and Anna (two very insignificant, ordinary people) that they could speak such powerful words about Jesus?
Today's bulletin can be found here.
Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

4th Sunday of Advent (Lessons and Carols) - December 21, 2014

4th Sunday of Advent (Lessons and Carols)
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday December 21, 2014.

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The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: https://www.biblegateway.com/versions/New-Revised-Standard-Version-NRSV-Bible/.

[00:00:40]  Lesson One - Isaiah 40:1-8   (God’s people are comforted)
[00:01:59]  Lesson Two - Isaiah 11:1-10   (The people hope)
[00:04:11]  Lesson Three - Baruch 4:36-5:9  (The People are called to look East)
[00:06:26]  Lesson Four - Luke 1:26-38   (The Annunciation)
[00:07:58]  Lesson Five - Luke 2:1-7   (The Birth of Jesus)
[00:08:53]  Lesson Six - Luke 2:8-16   (The Shepherds and the Angels)
[00:10:06]  Lesson Seven - John 1:1-14   (The Word Became Flesh)
[00:11:50]  Blessing

Today's bulletin can be found here.
Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

3rd Sunday of Advent - December 14, 2014

3rd Sunday of Advent
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday December 14, 2014.

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The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: https://www.biblegateway.com/versions/New-Revised-Standard-Version-NRSV-Bible/.

[00:00:38]  First Reading - Isaiah 61:1-4,8-11
[00:03:32]  Second Reading - 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24
[00:04:36]  Gospel Reading - John 1:6-8,19-28
[00:06:43]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
[00:21:34]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on Luke 1:26:
  1. The words of the Magnificat were banned in countries across the globe from the time of Caesar to the 1980s uprising in Guatemala. Why would governments be concerned with it? 
  2. The magnificat suggests that God takes sides. Whose side?
  3.  What is the significance that these words come from the lips of a poor woman? How would they sound coming from the lips of the high priest of the temple, or Caesar? 
Today's bulletin can be found here.
Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

2nd Sunday of Advent - December 07, 2014

2nd Sunday of Advent
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday December 07, 2014.

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The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: https://www.biblegateway.com/versions/New-Revised-Standard-Version-NRSV-Bible/.

[00:01:19]  First Reading - Isaiah 40: 1-11
[00:03:33]  Second Reading - 2 Peter 3:8-15a
[00:04:57]  Gospel Reading - Mark 1:1-8
[00:06:11]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
[00:23:51]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on Mark 1:1-8:
  1. “Prepare the way of the Lord, make his paths straight”. What paths need to be made straight in your life as we prepare for the arrival of the Lord?
  2. Has repentance and confession ever been something you desired to do, so much so that you would go out into the wilderness to see John the Baptist?
  3.  Why were the people flocking to John rather than to the temple since that was the place to deal with sin?
Today's bulletin can be found here.
Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

1st Sunday of Advent - November 30, 2014

1st Sunday of Advent
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday November 30, 2014.

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The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: https://www.biblegateway.com/versions/New-Revised-Standard-Version-NRSV-Bible/.

[00:01:59]  First Reading - Isaiah 64:1-9
[00:03:54]  Second Reading - 1 Corinthians 1:3-9
[00:04:55]  Gospel Reading - Mark 13:24-37
[00:06:41]  Sermon - Rev.  Chris Roth
[00:23:20]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on Mark 13:24-37:
  1. What emotions do you feel when you think about the second coming of Jesus?
  2. We are reminded to “keep alert/awake” (13:33, 35, 37). What does he mean? How do you personally “keep alert”?
  3. We prepare for Christmas season by setting up lights and decorations, but what does it mean to prepare for the coming of Christ?
Today's bulletin can be found here.
Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

The Reign of Christ - November 23, 2014

The Reign of Christ
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday November 23, 2014.

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The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: https://www.biblegateway.com/versions/New-Revised-Standard-Version-NRSV-Bible/.

[00:01:08]  First Reading - Ezekiel 34:11-16; 20-24
[00:03:11]  Second Reading - Ephesians 1:15-23
[00:04:40]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 25:31-46
[00:07:22]  Sermon - Rev. Regula Brandle
[00:30:01]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on Christ the King:
  1. What does it mean to you that Jesus is King?
  2. What title does Jesus have in your life?
  3. Who sits on the throne of your life?
  4. How would the outlook on your daily challenges change, if Jesus is the King in your life?
Today's bulletin can be found here.
Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

23rd Sunday after Pentecost - November 16, 2014

23rd Sunday after Pentecost
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday November 16, 2014.

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The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: https://www.biblegateway.com/versions/New-Revised-Standard-Version-NRSV-Bible/.

[00:01:50]  First Reading - Judges 4:1-7
[00:04:07]  Second Reading - 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11
[00:05:48]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 25:14-30
[00:08:24]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
[00:23:17]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on Matthew 25:14-30:
  1. What gifts do you think God has given you? This is more than material blessings, but it includes them as well. 
  2. Burying valuables was considered a secure way to keep them safe. How have you put your “talents” to work?
  3. There is great reward for those who put their talents to work for the master. The servant who buried the “talents” didn’t lose them, however, hiding them and not putting them to good use for the master is considered a serious offense. How do you feel when you read this and consider your own “talents”? 
Today's bulletin can be found here.
Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

22nd Sunday after Pentecost / Remembrance Sunday - November 09, 2014

22nd Sunday after Pentecost / Remembrance Sunday 
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday November 09, 2014.

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The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: https://www.biblegateway.com/versions/New-Revised-Standard-Version-NRSV-Bible/.

[00:01:17]  First Reading - Micah 4:1-5
[00:03:23]  Second Reading - 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
[00:04:50]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 25:1-13
[00:06:08]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
[00:27:07]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on Micah 4:1-5:
  1. How do you view violence as a Christian?
  2. What goes through your mind when you think about turning the other cheek when struck?
  3. Is there a difference between Jesus’ directions concerning violence as individuals, as a church, and as a government?
Today's bulletin can be found here.
Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

Feast of All Saints - November 02, 2014

Feast of All Saints
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday November 02, 2014.

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The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: https://www.biblegateway.com/versions/New-Revised-Standard-Version-NRSV-Bible/.

[00:00:46]  First Reading - Revelation 7: 9-17
[00:02:40]  Second Reading - 1 John 3:1-3
[00:03:36]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 5:1-12
[00:05:05]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
[00:20:25]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on the Feast of All Saints:
  1. What is a “saint”?
  2. Do you aspire to be a saint? How?
  3. Do you have a saint that you look up to?
  4. What is the connection between Halloween and All Saints?
Today's bulletin can be found here.
Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

20th Sunday after Pentecost - October 26, 2014

20th Sunday after Pentecost
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday October 26, 2014.

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The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: https://www.biblegateway.com/versions/New-Revised-Standard-Version-NRSV-Bible/.

[00:00:57]  First Reading - Deuteronomy 34:1-12
[00:04:08]  Second Reading - 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8
[00:05:47]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 22:34-46
[00:07:17]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
[00:24:00]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on Matthew 22:34-46:
  1. What does the love Jesus is talking about look like? 
  2. Why does the order matter (22:37-39)?
  3. What is the difference between being “nice” and “loving” someone?
Today's bulletin can be found here.
Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

Feast of St. Luke / Baptism - October 19, 2014

Feast of St. Luke / Baptism
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday October 19, 2014.

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The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: https://www.biblegateway.com/versions/New-Revised-Standard-Version-NRSV-Bible/.

[00:01:12]  First Reading - Sirach 38:1-4,6-10,12-14
[00:02:41]  Second Reading - 2 Timothy 4: 5-13
[00:04:05]  Gospel Reading - Luke 4:14-21
[00:05:33]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
[00:20:07]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on the Feast of St. Luke:
  1. How do you understand prayers for healing that go unanswered?
  2. Why was healing a part of what Jesus did?
  3. What kind of healing do you need? 
  4. What healing God God ultimately want for us?
Today's bulletin can be found here.
Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

18th Sunday after Pentecost / Harvest Thanksgiving - October 12, 2014

18th Sunday after Pentecost / Harvest Thanksgiving
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday October 12, 2014.

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The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: https://www.biblegateway.com/versions/New-Revised-Standard-Version-NRSV-Bible/.

[00:01:26]  First Reading - Exodus 32:1-14
[00:04:22]  Second Reading - Philippians 4:1-9
[00:06:36]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 22:1-14
[00:08:31]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
[00:25:43]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on Exodus 32:1-14:
  1. Why did the people do what they did?
  2. What do you think is your biggest temptation to idolatry? What/who gives you safety, security, protection, etc? 
  3. Why does God have an issue with idolatry?
Today's bulletin can be found here.
Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

17th Sunday after Pentecost - October 05, 2014

17th Sunday after Pentecost
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday October 05, 2014.

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The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: https://www.biblegateway.com/versions/New-Revised-Standard-Version-NRSV-Bible/.

[00:01:07]  First Reading - Exodus 20:1-4,7-9,12-20
[00:02:52]  Second Reading - Galatians 6:14-18
[00:03:50]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 11:25-30
[00:04:55]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
[00:31:19]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on the feast of St. Francis:
  1. A common saying attributed to Francis is “Preach the Gospel always. If necessary, use words”. If someone was to watch you live your life what Gospel would be preached?
  2. What was it about Francis that people were drawn to him? 
  3. Why would the Pope dream about Francis holding up the church as it was about to fall down? 
Today's bulletin can be found here.
Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

16th Sunday after Pentecost - September 28, 2014

16th Sunday after Pentecost
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday September 28, 2014.

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The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: https://www.biblegateway.com/versions/New-Revised-Standard-Version-NRSV-Bible/.

[00:01:19]  First Reading - Exodus 17:1-7
[00:03:00]  Second Reading - Philippians 2:1-13
[00:04:47]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 21:23-32
[00:06:49]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
[00:18:58]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on Philippians 2:1-13:
  1. What kind of a person seems “divine”?
  2. When a person tries to be God what do they do? (see Gen 3)
  3. What part of Phil 2 stands out to you most? 
  4. Does Phil 2 have an effect on your image of God?
Today's bulletin can be found here.
Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

15th Sunday after Pentecost - September 21, 2014

15th Sunday after Pentecost
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday September 21, 2014.

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The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: https://www.biblegateway.com/versions/New-Revised-Standard-Version-NRSV-Bible/.

[00:00:54]  First Reading - Exodus 16:2-15
[00:03:31]  Second Reading - Philippians 1:21-30
[00:05:46]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 20:1-16
[00:07:51]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
[00:24:19]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on Matthew 20:1-16:
  1. Do you ever feel like God has mistreated you? Or, that God owes you?
  2. how would you feel as the worker in the parable who has worked all day? ...as the worker that worked only one hour?
  3. Compare this parable to Luke 15:11-32. 
  4. What is your motivation for serving God?
Today's bulletin can be found here.
Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

14th Sunday after Pentecost - September 14, 2014

14th Sunday after Pentecost
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday September 14, 2014.

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The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: https://www.biblegateway.com/versions/New-Revised-Standard-Version-NRSV-Bible/.

[00:01:11]  First Reading - Exodus 14:19-31
[00:04:26]  Second Reading - Romans 14:1-12
[00:07:15]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 18:21-35
[00:09:37]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
[00:25:07]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on Matthew 18:21-35:
  1. What is forgiveness?
  2. What was the biggest offense you have had to forgive?
  3. When you forgive what do you do with the memory of the sin?
  4. How do you feel about the idea of God forgiving you in the same way you forgive others?
Today's bulletin can be found here.
Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

13th Sunday after Pentecost - September 07, 2014

13th Sunday after Pentecost
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday September 07, 2014.

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The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: https://www.biblegateway.com/versions/New-Revised-Standard-Version-NRSV-Bible/.

[00:01:02]  First Reading - Exodus 12:1-14
[00:03:38]  Second Reading - Romans 13:8-14
[00:04:52]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 18:15-20
[00:05:55]  Sermon - Rev. Regula Brandle & Rev. Chris Roth
[00:27:04]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on Matthew 18:15-20:
  1. Bring to mind a conflict you have witnessed or been involved in.
  2. How was that conflict dealt with? Is it how conflict is usually dealt with? How would the conflict have progressed using the process Jesus recommends?
  3. We are called to behave as representatives of Jesus, but we are also called to treat the other as if they are Jesus in disguise. How does this change how we deal with conflict as Christians?
Today's bulletin can be found here.
Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

12th Sunday after Pentecost - August 31, 2014

12th Sunday after Pentecost
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday August 31, 2014.

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The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: https://www.biblegateway.com/versions/New-Revised-Standard-Version-NRSV-Bible/.

[00:00:56]  First Reading - Exodus 3:1-15
[00:03:46]  Second Reading - Romans 12.9–21
[00:5:420]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 16.21–28
[00:07:07]  Sermon - Rev. Regula Brandle
[00:33:34]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection:
  1. What is God’s unique calling for you for your life/ for this new season ahead of us?
  2. What are the obstacles in your life that make you hesitant to be obedient to the Lord for the work he wants to do through you?
Today's bulletin can be found here.
Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

11th Sunday after Pentecost - August 24, 2014

11th Sunday after Pentecost
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday August 24, 2014.

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The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: https://www.biblegateway.com/versions/New-Revised-Standard-Version-NRSV-Bible/.

[00:00:43]  First Reading - Exodus 1:8-2:10
[00:04:23]  Second Reading - Romans 12:1-8
[00:05:42]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 16: 13-20
[00:06:59]  Sermon - Rev. Regula Brandle
[00:32:08]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on Genesis:
  1. How do you tend to look at the world around you? With the lenses of human understanding? With God-centred lenses?
  2. What do you think does the story of Moses’ birth and rescue tell you about yourself and /or about God?
  3. There are God’s plans and there are human efforts and actions. Think of a situation in your life and reflect on it.
Today's bulletin can be found here.
Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

10th Sunday after Pentecost - August 17, 2014

10th Sunday after Pentecost
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday August 17, 2014.

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The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/?version=NRSV.

[00:01:15]  First Reading - Genesis 45:1-15
[00:04:15]  Second Reading - Romans 11:1-2a,29-32
[00:05:24]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 15:21-28
[00:06:36]  Sermon - Rev. Regula Brandle
[00:29:44]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on Genesis 45:
  1. Do you have any experiences that people or circumstances or natural disaster apparently meant for evil, but the Lord has been able to turn into good?
  2. Can you see God’s hand in the fabric ogf your life over the last 10, 20, 30 or more years?
  3. How do you feel about God being in control of your life?
Today's bulletin can be found here.
Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

9th Sunday after Pentecost - August 10, 2014

9th Sunday after Pentecost
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday August 10, 2014.

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The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/?version=NRSV.

[00:00:18]  First Reading - Genesis 37:1-4,12-28
[00:03:49]  Second Reading - Romans 10:5-15
[00:05:59]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 14:22-33
[00:07:50]  Reflection - Sally Harrison
[00:26:42]  Blessing and Dismissal
Today's bulletin is not available online.
Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

8th Sunday after Pentecost - August 03, 2014

8th Sunday after Pentecost
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday August 03, 2014.

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The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/?version=NRSV.

[00:01:04]  First Reading - Genesis 32:22:-31
[00:02:50]  Second Reading - Romans 9:1-5
[00:04:17]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 14:13-21
[00:05:40]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
[00:23:43]  Blessing and Dismissal
Questions for reflection on Genesis 32:
  1. Can you remember a time you struggled with God because of something difficult that happened in your life, or because of doubts, or because you felt you should do the “right thing” but didn’t want to?
  2. Has Jacob changed since he left home? 
  3. What is the significance of his name change? 
Today's bulletin can be found here.
Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

7th Sunday after Pentecost - July 27, 2014

7th Sunday after Pentecost
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday July 27, 2014.

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The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/?version=NRSV.

[00:01:36]  First Reading - Genesis 29:15-28
[00:03:52]  Second Reading - Romans 8:26-39
[00:06:37]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 13: 31-33,44-52
[00:08:34]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
[00:22:28]  Blessing and Dismissal
Questions for reflection on Genesis 29:
  1. What do we learn from the continuous deception associated with Jacob’s story?
  2. What might this story teach us about love?
  3. Can you relate to the family dynamics of preference, deception, competition, and jealousy? 
  4. What do you think it means that God’s chosen people come from such a family dynamic?
Today's bulletin can be found here.
Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

6th Sunday after Pentecost - July 20, 2014

6th Sunday after Pentecost
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday July 20, 2014.

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The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/?version=NRSV.

[00:00:59]  First Reading - Genesis 28:10:-19a
[00:03:09]  Second Reading - Romans 8:12-25
[00:05:23]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 13:24-30,36-43
[00:07:32]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
[00:24:21]  Blessing and Dismissal
Questions for reflection on Genesis 28:
  1. What limitations do you (knowingly or unknowingly) place on God? Where is He likely to show up? To who is He likely to show up to?
  2. Have you ever experienced God in an unexpected place? At an unexpected time? or through an unexpected person?
  3. Can you think of a time when with Jacob you could have said, “Surely the Lord is in this place—and I did not know it!” ?
Today's bulletin can be found here.
Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

5th Sunday after Pentecost - July 13, 2014

5th Sunday after Pentecost
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday July 13, 2014.

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The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/?version=NRSV.

[00:01:02]  First Reading - Genesis 25:19-34
[00:03:18]  Second Reading - Romans 8:1-11
[00:05:02]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 13:1-9,18-23
[00:06:10]  Sermon - The Rt. Reverend Jane Alexander
[00:20:12]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on Matthew 13:1-9,18-23:
  1. Who is the sower and how does he sow in your life?
  2. What is the seed in your life?
  3. What are the various kinds of soil? How can the soil change?
  4. Where do you see yourself in the parable?
Today's bulletin can be found here.
Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

4th Sunday after Pentecost - July 06, 2014

4th Sunday after Pentecost
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday July 06, 2014.

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The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/?version=NRSV.

[00:01:17]  First Reading - Genesis 24:34-38,42-49,58-67
[00:06:09]  Second Reading - Romans 7:15-25a
[00:08:16]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 11:16-19,25-30
[00:09:53]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
[00:22:55]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on Genesis 24:
  1. When in your life can you look back and see God directing events in your life?
  2. Do you believe God has been good to you?
  3. How do you allow God to lead you?
Today's bulletin can be found here.
Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

Feast of St. Peter and St.Paul - June 29, 2014

Feast of St. Peter and St.Paul
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday June 29, 2014.

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The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/?version=NRSV.

[00:00:56]  First Reading - Ezekiel 34.11–16
[00:03:14]  Second Reading - 2 Timothy 4.1–8
[00:05:03]  Gospel Reading - John 21.15–19
[00:06:32]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
[00:25:36]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on the feast of St. Peter and St. Paul:
  1. How should be disagree as Christians?
  2. Have you ever had a disagreement with another person and it was never “made right”?
  3. Why do you think God cares about these issues in the church? 
Today's bulletin can be found here.
Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

Pentecost 2 - June 22, 2014

Pentecost 2
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday June 22, 2014.

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The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/?version=NRSV.

[00:01:09]  First Reading - Genesis 21:8-21
[00:03:38]  Second Reading - Romans 6:1b-11
[00:05:14]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 10:24-39
[00:07:36]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
[00:27:59]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on Genesis 21:8-21:
  1. How do you think Hagar felt? Read Genesis 16.
  2. When life seems to not going according to plan where is God?
  3. Look back on a time when your life seemed to be a mess. Can you see God active looking back on that time in a way you couldn’t when you were in the thick of it?
Today's bulletin can be found here.
Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

Trinity Sunday - June 15, 2014

Trinity Sunday
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday June 15, 2014.

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The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/?version=NRSV.

[00:01:08]  First Reading - Genesis 1:2:-4a
[00:05:52]  Second Reading - 2 Corinthians 13:11-13
[00:06:38]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 28:16-20
[00:07:28]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
[00:22:16]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on the Trinity:
  1. How would you describe the relationship between God the Father, God the Son, and God to Holy Spirit to someone who is not a Christian?
  2. How does the idea of God as being a Trinity affect how you relate to God?
    Today's bulletin can be found here.
    Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

    This podcast is also available on iTunes.

    www.sttimothy-edm.ca

    The Day of Pentecost - June 08, 2014

    The Day of Pentecost
    This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday June 8, 2014.

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    The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/?version=NRSV.

    [00:01:04]  First Reading - Acts 2:1-21
    [00:03:49]  Second Reading - 1 Corinthians 12:3b-13
    [00:05:23]  Gospel Reading - John 20:19-23
    [00:06:14]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
    [00:25:37]  Blessing and Dismissal

    Questions for reflection on Acts 2:1-21: 
    1. How would you describe the Holy Spirit to someone?
    2. What is the effect of the Holy Spirit in the world?
    3. How do you know the presence of the Holy Spirit in your life?
      Today's bulletin can be found here.
      Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

      This podcast is also available on iTunes.

      www.sttimothy-edm.ca

      Ascension of the Lord - June 01, 2014

      Ascension of the Lord
      This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday June 1, 2014.

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      The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/?version=NRSV.

      [00:01:11]  First Reading - Acts 1:1-11
      [00:03:31]  Second Reading - Ephesians 1:15-23
      [00:05:47]  Gospel Reading - Luke 24:44-53
      [00:06:58]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
      [00:23:38]  Blessing and Dismissal

      Questions for reflection on Acts 1:1-11:
      1. If you could ask Jesus a question before his Ascension what would it be? How would it compare to Peter’s question?
      2. Why was the Ascension necessary? Why didn’t Jesus stay and do what Peter’s question suggested?
      3. Do you sometimes think of Jesus as being distant and hidden? 
      Today's bulletin can be found here.
      Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

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      6th Sunday of Easter - May 25, 2014

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      The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/?version=NRSV.

      [00:00:45]  First Reading - Acts 17: 22-31
      [00:02:59]  Second Reading - 1 Peter 3:13-22
      [00:05:08]  Gospel Reading - John 3: 1-15
      [00:07:32]  Sermon - Rev. Regula Brandle
      [00:26:18]  Blessing and Dismissal

      Questions for reflection on Acts 17: 22-31 and John 3: 1-15:
      1. What would you say are the reasons you come to church?
      2. How much are you concerned with the externals of religion (music, dress, building, etc.)? How concerned are you with knowing Jesus as a real person in your life?
      3. What would you need to do in order to know Jesus more intimately?
      Today's bulletin can be found here.
      Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

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      5th Sunday of Easter - May 18, 2014

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      The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/?version=NRSV.

      Due to technical difficulties the first and second readings are not included in today's recording.

      [n/a]  First Reading - Acts 7:55-60
      [n/a]  Second Reading - 1 Peter 2:2-10
      [00:00:47]  Gospel Reading - John 14:1-14
      [00:02:45]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
      [00:17:35]  Blessing and Dismissal

      Questions for reflection on Acts 7:5-60:
      1. How did Stephen become the kind of person that could pray for the forgiveness of those who stoned him to death?
      2. Do you consider holiness to be a part of a Christian life? What is holiness?
      3. What is one thing you could do to open yourself to transformation into holiness? 
      Today's bulletin can be found here.
      Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

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      4th Sunday of Easter - May 11, 2014

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      The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/?version=NRSV.

      [00:00:51]  First Reading - Acts 2: 42-47
      [00:02:16]  Second Reading - 1 Peter 2:19-25
      [00:04:24]  Gospel Reading - John 10: 1-10
      [00:05:50]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
      [00:21:37]  Blessing and Dismissal

      Questions for reflection on Acts 2:42-47:
      1. What would you say are the essential parts of a church?
      2. If you imagine yourself back in the church of Acts what would you think of being a part of that community?
      3. What would you like about being a part of that community?What wouldn’t you like? 
      Today's bulletin can be found here.
      Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

      Third Sunday of Easter - May 04, 2014

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      The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/?version=NRSV.

      [00:01:16]  First Reading - Acts 2:14a, 36-41
      [00:02:45]  Second Reading - 1 Peter 1:17-23
      [00:04:15]  Gospel Reading - Luke 24:13-35
      [00:00:00]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
      [00:26:25]  Blessing and Dismissal

      Questions for reflection on Acts 2:14a, 36-41:
      1. Why is repentance the crowd’s first reaction?
      2. Repentance is defined as a “change of mind or purpose”. This is a change from what “mind” to what “mind”?
      3. What was the end point of repentance?   
        Today's bulletin can be found here.

        Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog: http://revchrisroth.blogspot.ca/

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        2nd Sunday of Easter (BAS) - April 27, 2014

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        The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/?version=NRSV.

        [00:00:50]  First Reading - Acts 2:14a, 22-32
        [00:03:13]  Second Reading - 1 Peter 1:3-9
        [00:04:58]  Gospel Reading - John 20:19-31
        [00:07:10]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
        [00:23:32]  Blessing and Dismissal

        Questions for reflection on Acts 2:14, 22-32:
        1. How did Peter go from hiding to proclaiming? How could he be so transformed in such a short amount of time?
        2. When did Jesus become real to you? When did God become more than a concept?
        3. How does the resurrection have an effect of your daily life?
        Today's bulletin can be found here.

        Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog.

        Easter Sunday - April 20, 2014

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        The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/?version=NRSV.

        [00:01:04]  First Reading - Jeremiah 31: 1-6
        [00:02:26]  Second Reading - Acts 10: 34-43
        [00:03:57]  Gospel Reading - John 20: 1-18
        [00:06:41]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
        [00:28:20]  Blessing and Dismissal

        This week's bulletin can be found here.

        Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog: http://revchrisroth.blogspot.ca/

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        Palm Sunday - April 13, 2014

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        The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/?version=NRSV.

        [00:00:50]  First Reading - 2 Samuel 12:1-15
        [00:03:32]  Second Reading - James 1:19-21,26,27
        [00:04:47]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 27:11-54
        [00:10:13]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
        [00:22:51]  Blessing and Dismissal

        Questions for reflection on Anger:
        1. Where does your anger come from? Really?
        2. How might you cultivate patience in the face of anger? Would you even want to?
        3. What are the consequences of anger? in your life, and in the lives of others?
        4. Can you imagine praying for and blessing your enemies? 
        This weeks bulletin can be found here.

        Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog: http://revchrisroth.blogspot.ca/

        Fifth Sunday in Lent - April 06, 2014

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        The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/?version=NRSV.

        [00:01:32]  First Reading - Proverbs 6:6-19
        [00:03:10]  Second Reading - 1 Thessalonians 4:9-12
        [00:04:10]  Gospel Reading - Luke 13:6-9
        [00:04:56]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
        [00:21:37]  Blessing and Dismissal

        Questions for reflection on Sloth:
        1. Do you remember a time when you encountered sloth in yourself, not merely as laziness, but as a weariness towards spiritual things?
        2. Sloth can be disguised by frantic activity, but avoidance of of what God is calling you to. Is there something God is calling you to that you are avoiding?
        3. To counter sloth consider adopting (or maintaining) a regular pattern of prayer and Bible reading, exercise, or doing small acts of kindness even if you don’t feel like it. 
        Today's bulletin can be found here.

        Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog: http://revchrisroth.blogspot.ca/

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        Fourth Sunday in Lent - March 30, 2014

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        The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/?version=NRSV.

        [00:01:12]  First Reading - Deuteronomy 8:1-10
        [00:03:44]  Second Reading - Philippians 3:17-21
        [00:04:42]  Gospel Reading - Luke 16:19-31
        [00:06:46]  Sermon - Rev. Scott Sharman
        [00:24:13]  Blessing and Dismissal

        Questions for reflection on Gluttony:
        1. It has been said that if you cannot conquer a desire having to do with the body, it is unlikely you will be able to conquer a  harmful spiritual desire. Reflect on your desires. Is this true? 
        2. Why do you think people paid more attention to fast days in the past? We have an amazing amount and variety of food, but we tend not to take fasting seriously.
        3. Gluttony has been described as a hunger that is fed in the wrong way. What are your hungers?
        This weeks bulletin can be found here.

        Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog: http://revchrisroth.blogspot.ca/

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        Third Sunday in Lent - March 23, 2014

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        The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/?version=NRSV.

        [00:01:04]  First Reading - 2 Samuel 11:1-27
        [00:06:01]  Second Reading - 1 Corinthians 6: 12-20
        [00:07:57]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 5: 27-30
        [00:08:50]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
        [00:29:13]  Blessing and Dismissal

        Questions for reflection on Lust and Chastity:
        1. What effect does media (TV, Internet, music, magazines) have on your struggle with lust?
        2. Have you ever fasted? How might dealing with the desire for food affect your sexual desire?
        3. Reflect on the following poem by Samuel Smiles:
        Sow a thought, reap an act.
        Sow an act, reap a habit.
        Sow a habit, reap a character.
        Sow a character, reap a destiny.
        • Have you noticed this in your life?
        This weeks bulletin can be found here.

        Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog: http://revchrisroth.blogspot.ca/

        Second Sunday in Lent - March 16, 2014

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        The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/?version=NRSV.

        [00:01:22]  First Reading - 1 Kings 3:16-28
        [00:04:32]  Second Reading - Galatians 5:16-26
        [00:06:35]  Gospel Reading - Luke 12:13-24
        [00:09:51]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
        [00:29:57]  Blessing and Dismissal

        Questions for reflection on Envy and Greed:
        1. Envy is sorrow at another's good - they possess an object, a quality, prosperity, praise or status that we desire but don't possess. Can you remember a time when you felt this?
        2. Greed is the excess love of material things and the power and position that often comes with them. When was the last time you felt this?
        3. How many masters do you have? See Matthew 6:24; 1 Timothy 6:6-10.
        4. Consider ways you might reduce your desires, increase your charity, and celebrate blessings another person receives. 
          Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog: http://revchrisroth.blogspot.ca/

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          First Sunday in Lent - March 09, 2014

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          The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/?version=NRSV.

          [00:01:32]  First Reading - Genesis 2:15-17, 3:1-7
          [00:04:06]  Second Reading - Romans 5: 12-19
          [00:06:19]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 4: 1-11
          [00:07:56]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
          [00:28:03]  Blessing and Dismissal

          Questions for reflection on Pride:
          1. For Lent we often give something up. This week consider spotting pride in your life and asking for the gift of humility.
          2. Read the following passages and reflect on pride and humility:   John 13:1-20; Mark 9:33-37; Luke 18:9-17; Matt 11:25; Matt 6:1-18; Phil 2:5-11; 1 Cor 1:20-27; Genesis 2:15-17; 3:1-7; Prov. 16:18-19; Lk 1:46-56
          Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog: http://revchrisroth.blogspot.ca/

          The Transfiguration of the Lord - March 02, 2014

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          The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/?version=NRSV.

          [00:01:25]  First Reading - Exodus 24:12-18
          [00:03:20]  Second Reading - 2 Peter 1:16-21
          [00:05:18]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 17:1-9
          [00:06:39]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
          [00:21:08]  Blessing and Dismissal

          Questions for reflection on the Transfiguration (Luke 9): 
          1. Why would the transfiguration be surrounded by statements about Jesus’ death (16:21-25; 17:9,22-23)?
          2. Did something happen to Jesus? Or was something revealed about Jesus?
          3. Peter seems to want to prolong this moment? Do you remember a time that you wanted to prolong? Why experience this and then have to move on from it?
          4. If you heard God say to listen to someone, what kind of thing would you expect them to say?
          Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog: http://revchrisroth.blogspot.ca/

          7th Sunday after the Epiphany - February 23, 2014

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          The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/?version=NRSV.

          [00:01:11]  First Reading - Leviticus 19:1-2,9-18
          [00:03:08]  Second Reading - 1 Corinthians 3:10-11,16-23
          [00:05:02]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 5:38-48
          [00:06:23]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
          [00:19:27]  Blessing and Dismissal

          Questions for reflection on Matthew 5:38-48:
          1. How do you feel about Jesus’ words “love your enemies”?
          2. It has been said that we like the idea of loving our enemies until we have an enemy to forgive. Who in your life might you consider an enemy?
          3. Jesus says “be perfect”. What does he mean? 
          Rev. Chris Roth posts the text of the sermons on his blog: http://revchrisroth.blogspot.ca/

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          6th Sunday after the Epiphany - February 16, 2014

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          The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/?version=NRSV.

          [00:01:13]  First Reading - Sirach 15:15-20
          [00:02:12]  Second Reading - 1 Corinthians 3:1-9
          [00:03:58]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 5:21-37
          [00:06:37]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
          [00:22:59]  Blessing and Dismissal

          Questions for Reflection on Matthew 5:21-37:
          1. How would the world be different without anger? How would your life be different without anger?
          2. How would the world be different without lust? How would your life be different?
          3. How would the world be different if we said “yes” or “no” and always kept our word?
          4. What is Jesus trying to accomplish through these teachings? Is he giving new laws just like those given through Moses?
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          5th Sunday after the Ephiphany - February 09, 2014

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          The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/?version=NRSV.

          [00:01:10]  First Reading - Isaiah 58:1-9a
          [00:03:29]  Second Reading - 1 Corinthians 2:1-12
          [00:06:22]  Gospel Reading - MAtthew 5:13-20
          [00:07:56]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
          [00:00:00]  Blessing and Dismissal

          Questions for reflection on Matthew 5:13-20:
          1. Jesus uses both salt and light to talk about our presence and actions in the world. In what way are you ‘salt’ and ‘light’ at work, at school, at home, in your neighborhood, and among your friends?
          2. What does Jesus mean when he says “unless your righteousness exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven”? And “I have come not to abolish [the Law and the Prophets] but to fulfill”? 
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          4th Sunday After Epiphany - February 02, 2014

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          The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/?version=NRSV.

          [00:00:45]  First Reading - Micah 6:1-8
          [00:02:36]  Second Reading - 1 Corinthians 1:18-31
          [00:05:29]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 5:1-13
          [00:06:55]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
          [00:00:00]  Blessing and Dismissal

          Questions for reflection on Matthew 5:1-12:
          1. What is the Kingdom of God?
          2. In what way are those mentioned in the Beatitudes “blessed? For example, Why would someone in mourning or someone who is not very gifted or talented in spiritual things be considered “blessed?
          3. If you were to make up a new beatitude what might it be?
          4. Why might have this list shocked people in Jesus’ day?
          5. How does your life relate to the Kingdom of God?
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          Feast of St. Timothy - January 26, 2014

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          The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/&version=NRSV.

          [00:01:28]  First Reading - Isaiah 9:1-4
          [00:02:55]  Second Reading - Acts: 16:1-15
          [00:05:38]  Gospel Reading - John 10:14-18
          [00:06:30]  Sermon - Joshua Matti
          [00:27:41]  Blessing and Dismissal

          Question for Reflection on St. Timothy’s feast day:
          1. St. Timothy was willing to die for his faith in Jesus. Think about the sacrifices you have made or are willing to make for your faith in Christ.
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          2nd Sunday after Epiphany - January 19, 2014

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          The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/&version=NRSV.

          [00:00:55]  First Reading - Isaiah 49:1-7
          [00:03:27]  Second Reading - 1 Corinthians 1:1-9
          [00:04:56]  Gospel Reading - John 1:29-42
          [00:06:58]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
          [00:25:20]  Blessing and Dismissal

          Questions for reflection on John 1:29-42:
          1. Why was Jesus called Lamb of God by John (1:29; 1:36)? Aren’t there more dignified animals to be called (e.g. Lion of Judah)?
          2. Consider Andrew’s action (1:40-42). What caused him to seek out his brother? How might the Christian story have been different if he hadn’t called his brother?
          3. John and Andrew both point others to Jesus. They believed that Jesus was someone worth making a fuss about. Consider how you might point others to Jesus. Contemplate the feelings that arise in you when you consider this.  
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          Baptism of Jesus - January 12, 2014

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          The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/&version=NRSV.

          [00:01:20]  First Reading - Isaiah 42:1-9
          [00:03:18]  Second Reading - Acts 10:34-43
          [00:05:23]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 3:13-17
          [00:06:18]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
          [00:23:22]  Blessing and Dismissal

          Questions for reflection on Matthew 3:13-17:
          1. If Jesus was without sin why was he baptized?
          2. How might his baptism be connected to your baptism?
          3. What happened after Jesus’ Baptism? What does that say about living a baptized life?
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          The Epiphany of the Lord - January 05, 2014

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          The readings are from the NSRV (New Revised Standard Version) Bible. You can read the passages online at: http://www.biblegateway.com/&version=NRSV.

          [00:00:17]  First Reading - Isaiah 60:1-6
          [00:01:26]  Second Reading - Ephesians 3:1-12
          [00:03:20]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 2:1-12
          [00:05:12]  Sermon - Brian Richardson
          [00:20:46]  Blessing and Dismissal

          Questions for reflection on Epiphany:
          1. Recall a time you had an epiphany. What were the circumstances?
          2. Recall a time when you feel God revealed Himself to you.
          3. What is something that would cause you to travel and spend money the way the Magi did? 
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