First Sunday after Christmas - December 27, 2015

First Sunday after Christmas
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday December 27, 2015.

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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]  First Reading - 1 Samuel 2:18-20,26
[00:01:57]  Second Reading - Colossians 3:12-17
[00:03:33]  Gospel Reading - Luke 2:41-52
[00:05:26]  Sermon - The Rev. Canon Maureen Crerar
[00:16:49]  Blessing and Dismissal
Today's bulletin can be found here.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

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Lessons and Carols - December 20, 2015

Lessons and Carols
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday December 20, 2015.

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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/.

[00:03:37]  Lesson One - Isaiah 40:1-8 - God’s people are comforted
[00:05:14]  Lesson Two - Isaiah 11:1-10 - The people hope
[00:07:17]  Lesson Three - Baruch 4:36-5:9 - The People are called to look East...
[00:09:39]  Lesson Four - Luke 1:26-38 - The Annunciation
[00:11:22]  Lesson Five - Luke 2:1-7 - The Birth of Jesus
[00:12:20]  Lesson Six - Luke 2:8-16 - The Shepherds and the Angels
[00:13:32]  Lesson Seven - John 1:1-14 - The Word Became Flesh
[00:15:10]  Litany for Advent
[00:16:51]  Blessing
Today's bulletin can be found here.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

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Advent 3 - December 13, 2015

Advent 3
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday December 13, 2015.

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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/.

[00:04:20]  First Reading - Zephaniah 3:14-20
[00:05:48]  Second Reading - Philippians 4:4-7
[00:06:27]  Gospel Reading - Luke 3:7-18
[00:08:37]  Sermon - Rev. Sally Harrison
[00:24:51]  Blessing and Dismissal
Today's bulletin can be found here.

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Advent 2 - December 06, 2015

Advent 2
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday December 06, 2015.

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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 - Malachi 3:1-4
[00:02:08]  Second Reading - Philippians 1:3-11
[00:03:45]  Gospel Reading - Luke 3:1-6
[00:05:01]  Sermon - The Rev. Regula Brandle
[00:20:22]  Blessing and Dismissal
Today's bulletin can be found here.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

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Origins of the Advent Wreath - November 29, 2015

The Advent Wreath
This is a special recording featuring The Rev. Canon Maureen Crerar describing the origins of the Christmas wreath. It is from the children's message at the 10:00 am service on Sunday November 29, 2015.

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Advent 1 - November 29, 2015

Advent 1
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday November 29, 2015.

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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/.

[00:01:29]  First Reading - Jeremiah 33:14-16
[00:02:29]  Second Reading - 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13
[00:03:24]  Gospel Reading - Luke 21:25-36
[00:05:26]  Sermon - The Rev. Canon Maureen Crerar
[00:16:01]  Blessing and Dismissal
Today's bulletin can be found here.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

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The Reign of Christ - November 22, 2015

The Reign of Christ
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday November 22, 2015.

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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 - 2 Samuel 23:1-7
[00:02:32]  Second Reading - Revelation 1:4b-8
[00:03:33]  Gospel Reading - John 18:33-37
[00:04:50]  Sermon - The Rev. Canon Maureen Crerar
                          Credits: David Lose / NT Wright
[00:20:49]  Blessing and Dismissal
Today's bulletin can be found here.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

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Pentecost 25 - November 15, 2015

Pentecost 25
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday November 15, 2015.

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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/.

[00:00:45]  First Reading - 1 Samuel 1:4-20
[00:04:10]  Second Reading - Hebrews 10:11-14,19-25
[00:05:40]  Gospel Reading - Mark 13:1-8
[00:07:09]  Sermon - The Rev. Canon Maureen Crerar
[00:25:04]  Blessing and Dismissal
Today's bulletin can be found here.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

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Pentecost 24 / Remembrance Sunday - November 08, 2015

Pentecost 24 / Remembrance Sunday
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday November 08, 2015.

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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/.

[00:00:09]  Act of Remembrance
[00:07:00]  First Reading - Micah 4:1-5
[00:08:42]  Second Reading - Ephesians 2:13-18
[00:09:54]  Gospel Reading - John 16:23-33
[00:11:54]  Sermon - The Rev. Canon Maureen Crerar
[00:25:46]  Blessing and Dismissal
Today's bulletin can be found here.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

Feast of All Saints / Children's Service - November 01, 2015

Feast of All Saints / Children's Service
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday November 01, 2015.

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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/.

[00:00:48]  First Reading - Isaiah 25:6-9
[00:02:22]  Second Reading - 1 Peter 1:3-9
[00:04:00]  Gospel Reading - John 11:32-44
[00:06:08]  Sermon - The Rev. Regula Brandle
[00:21:40]  Blessing and Dismissal
Today's bulletin can be found here.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

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Pentecost 22 - October 25, 2015

Pentecost 22
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday October 25, 2015.

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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/.

[00:00:48]  First Reading - Job 42:1-6,10-17
[00:03:32]  Second Reading - Hebrews 7:23-28
[00:05:00]  Gospel Reading - Mark 10:46-52
[00:06:20]  Sermon - The Rev. Canon Maureen Crerar
[00:22:28]  Blessing and Dismissal
Today's bulletin can be found here.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

Pentecost 21 - October 18, 2015

Pentecost 21
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday October 18, 2015.

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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/.

[00:01:23]  First Reading - Job 38:1-7
[00:02:10]  Second Reading - Hebrews 5:1-10
[00:04:16]  Gospel Reading - Mark 10:35-45
[00:06:11]  Sermon - The Rev. Canon Maureen Crerar
[00:20:30]  Blessing and Dismissal
Today's bulletin can be found here.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

Pentecost 20 - October 11, 2015

Pentecost 20
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday October 11, 2015.

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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 - Joel 2:21-27
[00:02:58]  Second Reading - 1 Timothy 2:1-7
[00:03:56]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 6:25-33
[00:05:39]  Sermon - The Rev. Canon Maureen Crerar
[00:21:43]  Blessing and Dismissal
Today's bulletin can be found here.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

Pentecost 19 - October 04, 2015

Pentecost 19
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday October 04, 2015.

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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/.

[00:01:16]  First Reading - Job 1:1,2:1-10
[00:03:07]  Second Reading - Hebrews 1:1-4, 2:5-12
[00:05:33]  Gospel Reading - Mark 10:2-16
[00:07:29]  Sermon - The Rev. Regula Brandle
[00:25:34]  Blessing and Dismissal
Today's bulletin can be found here.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

Pentecost 18 - September 27, 2015

Pentecost 18
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday September 27, 2015.

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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 - Esther 7:1-6,9-10;9:20-22
[00:04:21]  Second Reading - James 5:13-20
[00:06:06]  Gospel Reading - Mark 9:38-50
[00:08:13]  Sermon - The Rev. Canon Maureen Crerar
[00:21:30]  Blessing and Dismissal
Today's bulletin can be found here.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

Pentecost 17 - September 20, 2015

Pentecost 17
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday September 20, 2015.

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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/.

[00:00:28]  First Reading - Proverbs 31:10-31
[00:02:54]  Second Reading - James 3:13-4:3,7-8a
[00:05:27]  Gospel Reading - Mark 9:30-37
[00:07:09]  Sermon - The Rev. Canon Maureen Crerar
[00:20:25]  Blessing and Dismissal
Today's bulletin can be found here.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

Pentecost 16 - September 13, 2015

Pentecost 16
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday September 13, 2015.

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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/.

[00:01:03]  First Reading - Proverbs 1:20-33
[00:02:40]  Second Reading - James 3:1-12
[00:04:34]  Gospel Reading - Mark 8:27-38
[00:06:45]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
[00:25:18]  Blessing and Dismissal
Today's bulletin can be found here.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

Pentecost 15 - September 06, 2015

Pentecost 15
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday September 06, 2015.

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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/.

[00:01:54]  First Reading - Proverbs 22:1-2,8-9,22-23
[00:02:45]  Second Reading - James 2:1-10,14-17
[00:04:48]  Gospel Reading - Mark 7:24-37
[00:07:12]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
[00:21:39]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on Mark 7:24-37
  1. Why did Jesus answer the women’s request with his surprising statement in Mark 7:27
  2. How did the Syrophoenician woman show her faith?
  3. What changed for Jesus, for the women, and for you in this encounter?
  4. How do you embrace people different from yourself?
Today's bulletin can be found here.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

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Pentecost 14 - August 30, 2015

Pentecost 14
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday August 30, 2015.

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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/.

[00:01:25]  First Reading - Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-9
[00:03:18]  Second Reading - James 1:17-27
[00:05:29]  Gospel Reading - Mark 7:1-8,14-15,21-23
[00:07:46]  Sermon - Rev. Nick Trussell
[00:23:15]  Blessing and Dismissal

Today's bulletin can be found here.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

www.sttimothy-edm.ca

Pentecost 13 - August 23, 2015

Pentecost 13
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday August 23, 2015.

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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/.

[00:02:11]  First Reading - Ephesians 6: 10-20
[00:03:46]  Gospel Reading - John 6:56-69
[00:05:37]  Sermon - Rev. Regula Brandle
[00:25:47]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection:
  1. If you are baptized, what do you know/remember about your own baptism?
  2. What does baptism mean to you?  A beautiful church ritual? A serious commitment to follow Christ? A ticket to Heaven?………..
  3. Baptism is a gift from God.  Have you unwrapped and started to use this gift or is it still standing in the corner of your bedroom, mostly unpacked?
Today's bulletin can be found here.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

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Pentecost 12 - August 16, 2015

Pentecost 12
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday August 16, 2015.

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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/.

[00:00:47]  First Reading - 1 Kings 2:10-12;3:3-14
[00:04:23]  Second Reading - Ephesians 5:15-20
[00:05:15]  Gospel Reading - John 6:51-58
[00:06:31]  Sermon - Rev. Regula Brandle
[00:25:10]  Blessing and Dismissal
Today's bulletin can be found here.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

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Pentecost 11 - August 09, 2015

Pentecost 11
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday August 09, 2015.

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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 - 2 Samuel 18:5-9,15,31-33
[00:03:30]  Second Reading - Ephesians 4:25-5:2
[00:04:50]  Gospel Reading - John 6:35,41-51
[00:06:34]  Sermon - Rev. Nick Trussell
[00:19:18]  Blessing and Dismissal
Today's bulletin can be found here.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

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Pentecost 08 - July 19, 2015

Pentecost 08
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday July 19, 2015.

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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/.

[00:01:18]  First Reading - 2 Samuel 7:1-14a
[00:04:09]  Second Reading - Ephesians 2:11-22
[00:06:38]  Gospel Reading - Mark 6:30-34,53-56
[00:08:00]  Sermon - Rev. Regula Bandle
[00:30:51]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection 2 Samuel 7:1-17
  1. Have you ever experienced ‘shattered dreams’, i.e. hopes and plans that didn’t come to fruition?
  2. Do you consult the Lord about plans you have?
  3. How do you know whether your plans are good plans or God plans?
Today's bulletin can be found here.

This podcast is also available on iTunes.

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Pentecost 07 - July 12, 2015

Pentecost 07
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday July 12, 2015.

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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/.

[00:01:04]  First Reading - 2 Samuel 6:1-5,12b-19
[00:03:17]  Second Reading - Ephesians 1:3-14
[00:05:24]  Gospel Reading - Mark 6:14-29
[00:07:46]  Sermon - Rev. Regula Bandle
[00:25:17]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection Ephesians 1:3-14
  1. Where do you believe the blessings in your life come from?
  2. What brings praise and glory to God in your life?
  3. How could you increase the spiritual blessings (holiness, security, identity, direction and guidance, purpose for the future) 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

Pentecost 06 - July 05, 2015

Pentecost 06
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday July 05, 2015.

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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 - 2 Samuel 5:1-5,9-10
[00:02:54]  Second Reading - 2 Corinthians 12:2-10
[00:04:46]  Gospel Reading - Mark 4:35-41
[00:05:58]  Sermon - Rev. Regula Bandle
[00:25:04]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection
  1. Can you recall situations where you have been challenged (by the Lord) to see things differently?
  2. How did you feel about it?
  3. Are you currently facing a situation in which you should ask the Lord for his perspective?
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 05 - June 28, 2015

Pentecost 05
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday June 28, 2015.

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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/.

[00:01:29]  First Reading - 2 Samuel 1:1,17-27
[00:03:54]  Second Reading - 2 Corinthians 8:7-15
[00:05:32]  Gospel Reading - Mark 5:21-43
[00:08:44]  Sermon - Rev. Regula Brandle
[00:32:48]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection: 
  1. Today’s text is about two people (Jairus and the sick woman) who are examples of trust and faith in Jesus:  
  2. How would you describe your trust in Jesus?
  3. What does usually hinder you from trusting Jesus?
  4. How would your life look different if you fully trusted Jesus with all aspects 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

Pentecost 04 - June 21, 2015

Pentecost 04
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday June 21, 2015.

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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/.

[00:01:35]  First Reading - 1 Samuel 17: 32-49
[00:05:07]  Second Reading - 2 Corinthians 6: 1-13
[00:08:08]  Gospel Reading - Mark 4:35-41
[00:09:20]  Sermon - Rev. Chris Roth
[00:27:50]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on Mark 4:35-41
  1. Skim over the events in Mark chapter 2 to chapter 5. What is Jesus shown to have power over?
  2. Our fear is a natural response to danger, but it can also betray a lack in the belief in God’s nature as all-powerful, always-with-us, and all-loving. What were the disciples believing? What about 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

Pentecost 03 - June 14, 2015

Pentecost 03
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday June 14, 2015.

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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 - 1 Samuel 15:34-16:13
[00:04:16]  Second Reading - 2 Corinthians 5:6-17
[00:06:26]  Gospel Reading - Mark 4:26-34
[00:07:47]  Sermon - The Ven. Alan Perry
[00:23:45]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on Mark 4:26-34
  1. Jesus could have used many images to speak about the Kingdom. Imagine some accurate and inaccurate images. Why does Jesus choose these images? 
  2. A mustard plant was often considered to be an aggressive weed. Why would Jesus compare the kingdom to this unwanted plant? 
  3. Can you imagine a modern image for the kingdom that would convey the same idea?
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 02 - June 07, 2015

Pentecost 02
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday June 07, 2015.

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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/.

[00:00:58]  First Reading - 1 Samuel 8:4-20,11:14-15
[00:03:40]  Second Reading - 2 Corinthians 4:13-5:1
[00:05:06]  Gospel Reading - Mark 3:20-35
[00:07:08]  Sermon - Brian Richardson
[00:24:26]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on Mark 3:20-35
  1. Are there sins that are not forgivable? Are there sins you would be unwilling to forgive if they were committed against you?
  2. What does forgiveness of sin look like? What steps are required? How long does it take?
  3. What is the Holy Spirit’s role in our lives? What is the Holy Spirit’s role in terms of our relationship 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

Trinity Sunday - Sunday May 31, 2015

Trinity Sunday
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday May 31, 2015.

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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/.

[00:01:54]  First Reading - Isaiah 6:1-8
[00:04:32]  Second Reading - Romans 8:12-17
[00:06:14]  Gospel Reading - John 3:1-17
[00:08:31]  Sermon - Rev.  Chris Roth
[00:24:19]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection John 3:1-17
  1. What does it mean to be born “again” or “from above”?
  2. Have you ever had an experience of being born this way?
  3. 3:16 is one of the most famous passages in the Bible. It can be so familiar we don’t actually think about it. Take time to meditate 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

The Ascension of the Lord - May 17, 2015

The Ascension of the Lord
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday May 17, 2015.

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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/.

[00:01:00]  First Reading - Acts 1:1-11
[00:03:00]  Second Reading - Ephesians 1:15-23
[00:04:43]  Gospel Reading - Luke 24:44-53
[00:06:08]  Sermon - Rev.  Chris Roth
[00:21:28]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on the Ascension:
  1. What was the purpose of the ascension? Why was it necessary?
  2. What are Jesus’ last words to the disciples before the Ascension?
  3. How might John 16:7 help us understand the Ascension?   
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

Sixth Sunday of Easter - May 10, 2015

Sixth Sunday of Easter
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday May 10, 2015.

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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 - Acts 10:44-48
[00:01:58]  Second Reading - 1 John 5:1-6
[00:03:01]  Gospel Reading - John 15:9-17
[00:04:18]  Sermon - Rev.  Chris Roth
[00:22:32]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on 1 John 5:1-6
  1. How would you define “love of God”? Would you include “For this is the love of God, that we keep his commandments.” (vs 3)? Why?
  2. 1 John has a lot to say about love of others and love of God. In reading the letter over what do you learn about these loves?
  3. How is believing Jesus is the Son of God overcoming the world (vs 5)?   
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

Fifth Sunday of Easter - May 03, 2015

Fifth Sunday of Easter
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday May 03, 2015.

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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/.

[00:00:33]  First Reading - Acts 8:26-40
[00:03:11]  Second Reading - 1 John 4:7-21
[00:05:27]  Gospel Reading - John 15:1-8
[00:06:53]  Sermon - Rev.  Chris Roth
[00:29:56]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on 1 John 4:7-21
  1. What do you think it means that “God is love” (vs 8) rather than “God is loving”?
  2. In vs. 20-21 we are told that our love for our fellow Christian is a direct reflection of our love for God. Why is there this connection?
  3. John seems to suggest it is easier to love God who is unseen than to love a fellow Christian who is seen. What is your experience?  
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

Fourth Sunday of Easter - April 26, 2015

Fourth Sunday of Easter
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday April 26, 2015.

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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/.

[00:01:05]  First Reading - Acts 4:5-12
[00:02:36]  Second Reading - 1 John 3:16-24
[00:04:44]  Gospel Reading - John 10:11-18
[00:06:07]  Sermon - Rev.  Chris Roth
[00:20:56]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on 1 John 3:16-24
  1. In our reading genuine love is defined as an action rather than an emotion. How do you define love? 
  2. Have you ever experienced someone saying they loved someone, but their actions said otherwise? 
  3. What does it mean to ‘lay your life down for one another’?  
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

Third Sunday of Easter - April 19, 2015

Third Sunday of Easter
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday April 19, 2015.

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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/.

[00:01:33]  First Reading - Acts 3:12-19
[00:03:37]  Second Reading - 1 John 3:1-7
[00:05:23]  Gospel Reading - Luke 24:36b-48
[00:06:52]  Sermon - Rev.  Chris Roth
[00:23:15]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection for 1 John 3:1-7
  1. Do you truly believe you are a child of God?
  2. In vs. 2 the author suggests that transformation to be like Christ is part of what happens to us as God’s children. What does that transformation look like in your life? How is God transforming you?
  3. Moral behaviour is connected to who we are. Observe your words, thoughts, and actions. What does that tell you about who you are? 
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

Second Sunday of Easter - April 12, 2015

Second Sunday of Easter
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday April 12, 2015.

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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/.

[00:00:44]  First Reading - Acts 4:32-35
[00:01:48]  Second Reading - 1 John 1:1-2:2
[00:03:45]  Gospel Reading - John 20:19-31
[00:06:05]  Sermon - Rev.  Regula Brandle
[00:33:37]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for Reflection
  1. When did you start to know that the risen Jesus is real? (The apostle Thomes did when he was able to touch Jesus)
  2. How do you know that Jesus is real?
  3. How do you respond to the claim "Jesus meets your fear(s) with His peace if you let him."
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

Easter Sunday - April 05, 2015

Easter Sunday
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday April 05, 2015.

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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/.

[00:00:53]  First Reading - Acts 10:34-43
[00:02:29]  Second Reading - 1 Corinthians 15:1-11
[00:04:05]  Gospel Reading - Mark 16:1-8
[00:05:24]  Sermon - Rev.  Chris Roth
[00:25:48]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on Easter
  1. When we look at the Resurrection our immediate reaction might be to ask “did that really happen?”. It is an incredible claim after all. What is your reaction to the resurrection as a historical event?
  2. If we come to believe it really happened, then what does it mean? was it just a freak historical occurrence, or does it mean something more? What does the Resurrection mean?  
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

Palm Sunday - March 29, 2015

Palm Sunday
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday March 29, 2015.

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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/.

[00:01:00]  Gospel Reading - Mark 11:1-11
[00:03:51]  Gospel Reading - Mark 14:1-15:47
[00:18:35]  Sermon - Rev.  Chris Roth
[00:30:40]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on Palm Sunday
  1. Palm Sunday is a distilled Holy Week. The crowds begin welcoming Jesus as the awaited King, but then quickly turn on him asking for his crucifixion. What parts of Jesus do you welcome as your king? What parts of Jesus and his message do you reject?
  2. What is the difference between the messiah you want, and the messiah you need? 
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

Fifth Sunday in Lent - March 22, 2015

Fifth Sunday in Lent
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday March 22, 2015.

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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/.

[00:00:50]  Gospel Reading - John 12:20-33
[00:02:55]  Sermon - Rev.  Chris Roth
[00:23:08]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on Psalm 51
  1. What do you think of when you think of “sin”?
  2. In what sense have you sinned against God alone? (vs 4) 
  3. “Create in me a clean heart, O God, and put a new and right spirit within me.” What does it look like to have a “clean heart” and a “new and right spirit” (vs 10)?
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

Fourth Sunday in Lent - March 15, 2015

Fourth Sunday in Lent
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday March 15, 2015.

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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/.

[00:00:52]  Gospel Reading - John 3:14-21
[00:02:15]  Sermon - Rev.  Chris Roth
[00:19:41]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on John 3:14-21
  1. Read Numbers 21:4-9. Why do you think Jesus used this story?
  2. Can you relate to the grumbling Hebrews (Exodus 16, Exodus 17, Numbers 11)? In what ways do you grumble? 
  3. Turning away from God in numbers results in snake bites in Numbers 21. Have you ever felt a “snake bite” as a consequence of turning away from God? Have you ever become “sick through [your] sinful ways” (Psalm 107:17)?
  4. What does it mean to have trust in God the way the Hebrews trusted the bronze serpent?   
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

Third Sunday in Lent - March 08, 2015

Third Sunday in Lent
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday March 08, 2015.

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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/.

[00:00:50]  Gospel Reading - John 2:13-22
[00:02:15]  Sermon - Rev.  Chris Roth
[00:24:38]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on John 2: 13-22
  1. Do you think Jesus lost his temper? 
  2. Compare this with Jeremiah 19. How do they relate?
  3. What what Jesus doing symbolically to the temple?
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

Second Sunday in Lent - March 01, 2015

Second Sunday in Lent
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday March 01, 2015.

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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/.

[00:00:35]  Gospel Reading - Mark 8:31-38
[00:02:08]  Sermon - Rev.  Chris Roth
[00:11:22]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on Psalm 22:
  1. If you are suffering, how would you feel praying Psalm 23? How about Psalm 22? What would differ in your feelings?
  2. Why is this psalm so important for the passion of Christ?
  3. What is praise? how do you live a life of praise 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

First Sunday in Lent - February 22, 2015

First Sunday in Lent
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday February 22, 2015.

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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/.

[00:01:10]  Gospel Reading - Mark 1: 9-15
[00:02:22]  Sermon - Rev.  Chris Roth
[00:20:40]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on Lent:
  1. How are you purposefully entering into the season of Lent? 
  2. Are you giving up something that is in the way of your relationship with God? Something unhealthy for your body, mind, or spiritl? 
  3. Are you taking up a practice/ discipline that will strengthen your love of God or neighbour?
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 Transfiguration of the Lord - February 15, 2015

The Transfiguration of the Lord
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday February 15, 2015.

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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/.

[00:01:30]  First Reading - Wisdom 3:1-9
[00:03:31]  Second Reading - Revelation 21:1-7, 22:1-5
[00:05:59]  Gospel Reading - Mark 9:2-9
[00:07:10]  Sermon - Rev.  Chris Roth
[00:27:08]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on Transfiguration and life after death-
  1. What do you think happens when we die?
  2. In our gospel reading both Moses and Elisha had died. What is the significance that they are standing with Jesus when he is transfigured?
  3. Jesus did not go to heaven as a disembodied spirit. He rose with his physical body. How does that affect the way you think about the afterlife?  
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

Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany - February 08, 2015

Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday February 08, 2015.

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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/.

[00:01:06]  First Reading - Genesis 3:1-24
[00:05:15]  Second Reading - Romans 8:18-30
[00:07:26]  Gospel Reading - Mark 8:31-38
[00:08:55]  Sermon - Rev.  Penny Bruce
[00:27:57]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on suffering:
  1. If God is both good and all powerful how do you deal with the existence of suffering?
  2. Why is suffering a bad thing?
  3. Can you remember enduring something painful and in the end something positive coming about?
  4. How does Jesus’ suffering help you deal with suffering?
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

Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany - February 01, 2015

Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday February 01, 2015.

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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/.

[00:00:20]  First Reading - Exodus 3:1-15
[00:03:11]  Second Reading - 1 John 5:13-21
[00:05:04]  Gospel Reading - Luke 11:1-13
[00:07:17]  Sermon - Rev.  Chris Roth
[00:27:28]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on prayer
  1. Would you define Moses’ interaction with God as prayer (Exodus 3)? Why or why not?
  2. 1 John 5:15-16 says “if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. And if we know that he hears us in whatever we ask, we know that we have obtained the requests made of him.” What is praying “according to his will”?
  3. Jesus says, ”For everyone who asks receives” (Luke 11:10). How do we understand Jesus’ own “unanswered” prayer in Luke 22:42- “remove this cup from me”? 
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 Feast of St. Timothy - January 25, 2015

The Feast of St. Timothy
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday January 25, 2015.

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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/.

[00:01:29]  First Reading - Exodus 20:1-17
[00:04:24]  Second Reading - 1 Corinthians 6:12-20
[00:06:34]  Gospel Reading - John 14:15-26
[00:08:24]  Sermon - Rev.  Chris Roth
[00:28:43]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on the topic of “bad” Christians and Christian ethics:
  1. What do you say to someone who says they dislike Christianity because of the crusades, witch hunts, residential schools, etc?
  2. The Bible says both not to wear a garment made of two different kinds of fabric (Lev 19:19) and also love your enemy (Matt 5:44). How do you determine which words to follow?
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

Second Sunday after the Epiphany - January 18, 2015

Second Sunday after the Epiphany
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday January 18, 2015.

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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/.

[00:00:10]  First Reading - Ezekiel 13:1-12
[00:02:57]  Second Reading - Acts 15:1-21
[00:07:26]  Gospel Reading - Matthew 7:13-23
[00:09:07]  Sermon - Rev.  Regula Brandle
[00:40:56]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection
  1. What or Who influences your decisions in life?
  2. In what way is the Bible “a lamp onto your feet” (Ps. 119:105)?
  3. What does it mean to you when you pray “Your will be done on earth as it is in Heaven” in the Lord’s prayer?
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 Epiphany of the Lord - January 11, 2015

The Epiphany of the Lord
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday January 11, 2015.

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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/.

[00:01:16]  First Reading - Isaiah 60:1-6
[00:02:50]  Second Reading - Romans 5:12-21
[00:05:12]  Gospel Reading - John 14:1-11
[00:07:00]  Sermon - Rev.  Chris Roth
[00:28:21]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on John 14:1-11
  1. Jesus said, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me”. Our culture highly values tolerance. How would you explain Jesus’ words to someone who sees them as intolerant?
  2. How do you understand the diversity of religions? How do you explain their similarities? How do you explain their differences?
  3. How can we find peace in the midst of contracting claims to truth?
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

Second Sunday after Christmas - Sunday January 04, 2015

Second Sunday after Christmas
This recording is an abridged version of the 10:00 am service from Sunday January 04, 2015.

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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/.

[00:01:53]  First Reading - Jeremiah 31:7-14
[00:03:56]  Second Reading - Ephesians 1:3-14
[00:05:36]  Gospel Reading - John 1:1-18
[00:07:45]  Sermon - Rev.  Chris Roth
[00:26:26]  Blessing and Dismissal

Questions for reflection on John 1:1-18
  1. Reflect on the words of Pope Benedict XVI (J. Ratzinger), "This God shows himself to us; he looks out from eternity into time and puts himself into relationship with us. We cannot define him in whatever way we like. He has 'defined' himself and stands now before us as our Lord, over us and in our midst.”   
  2. “….though the world was made through him, the world did not recognize him.” (John 1:10) Why do people not recognize him?
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