St. Timothy's Anglican Church (Edmonton)

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

Skim over the events in Mark chapter 2 to chapter 5. What is Jesus shown to have power over?
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

Jesus could have used many images to speak about the Kingdom. Imagine some accurate and inaccurate images. Why does Jesus choose these images?
A mustard plant was often considered to be an aggressive weed. Why would Jesus compare the kingdom to this unwanted plant?
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

Are there sins that are not forgivable? Are there sins you would be unwilling to forgive if they were committed against you?
What does forgiveness of sin look like? What steps are required? How long does it take?
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

What does it mean to be born “again” or “from above”?
Have you ever had an experience of being born this way?
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:

What was the purpose of the ascension? Why was it necessary?
What are Jesus’ last words to the disciples before the Ascension?
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

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?
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?
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

What do you think it means that “God is love” (vs 8) rather than “God is loving”?
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?
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.