The Good Shepherd Orthodox Church: Sermons
Sermons from The Good Shepherd Orthodox Church, a parish community sharing its Sunday and feast day homilies. Each episode offers spiritual teaching and reflection rooted in the Orthodox Christian tradition. The podcast aims to make these sermons available to a wider audience beyond the congregation.
Episodes
Bound Together in Love: The Body of Christ Beyond Death
1st November 2026: Sub Dn. Timothy Grace reflects on St. Paul's teaching that without love all our efforts are useless, and that we are the Body of Christ and individually members of it. Our sins and our holiness affect the whole body, which is why no one is saved alone and why the saints still teach, heal and intercede for us. Turning to the Gospel, he explains how this bond of love transcends de
Christ Frees Us, Restores Us, and Sends Us
25th October 2026: Preaching on the healing of the Gadarene demoniac and St. Paul's words "I have been crucified with Christ," Fr. Geoff Harvey shows how Christ frees us from the chains that enslave us, restores us to who we were created to be, and sends us out as witnesses to His mercy. Along the way he reflects on the prophet Jeremiah's call to repentance, the evil we see in Australia today, and
The Power of Christ in the Ordinary: Bringing Light and Freedom
18th October 2026: On the feast of St. Luke the Evangelist, Daniel McInnes reflects on the return of the Seventy, ordinary people with no special skills who nonetheless drove out demons in the name of Jesus Christ. Drawing on St. Paul's call to walk in wisdom toward outsiders and to let our speech be gracious, he shows how Christ works through ordinary lives, and how living the life in Christ brin
Truth That Bears Fruit: The Icons and the Incarnation
11th October 2026: On the Sunday of the Holy Fathers of the Seventh Ecumenical Council, Fr. Nicholas Frazer explains why the Church fought for the holy icons: because the Son of God truly became man. Drawing on St. Paul's warning against empty quarrels and Christ's prayer that His disciples may be one, he asks whether our Orthodoxy bears fruit — in humility, communion, repentance and love.
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Sow Bountifully, Love Freely: The Abundant Life in Christ
4th October 2026: Drawing on C.S. Lewis's The Great Divorce, Sub Dn. Timothy Grace explores the abundant life God offers us through the day's two readings. From St. Paul he draws the law of sowing and reaping: God loves a cheerful giver, and what we give freely bears fruit for eternity. From the Gospel comes the harder, supernatural call to love our enemies without discrimination — not a loss, he
Put Out Into the Deep: Christ Steps Into Our Boat
27th September 2026: On the Sunday of the miraculous catch of fish, Fr. Geoff Harvey asks what a fishing boat, a temple and a human being have in common. Christ does not wait for our nets to be clean or our lives to be tidy — he climbs into the ordinary boat of our weary hearts, our homes and our work, and asks us to put out into the deep. Fr. Geoff draws out three things the Christian life asks o
Take Up Your Cross: Giving Without Calculation
20th September 2026: On the Sunday after the Elevation of the Cross, Daniel McInnes asks what it actually means to take up your cross and follow Christ. Our whole life — not just the Sunday part of it — is the cross we are given to bear, and bearing it well means giving to the people around us without calculating the cost or the return. Drawing on his work as a mathematician and on his days at the
The Tree of Life: Why We Glory in the Cross
13th September 2026: Ahead of the feast of the Exaltation of the Precious and Life-Giving Cross, Fr. Nicholas Frazer preaches on why the cross stands at the very centre of the Orthodox faith. Drawing on Christ's words to Nicodemus and on Ss. John Chrysostom, Athanasius and Cyril of Alexandria, he traces the pattern of salvation history: death came through a tree in paradise, and life comes through
The Wedding Garment: Making the Most of What Christ Offers
6th September 2026: Preaching on Father's Day, Sub Dn. Timothy Grace takes up the parable of the wedding feast and the guest without a garment. In the ancient world the host supplied the garments, so to arrive without one was not poverty but insult — and Christ, the great host, has supplied us with everything we need. Drawing on St. Symeon the New Theologian's call to run to the light while it sti
Tenants in the Vineyard: Saved by Grace, Made to Love
30th August 2026: Preaching on the parable of the wicked tenants, Fr. Geoff Harvey holds together two truths that can seem to pull against each other: we are saved by grace and not by works, yet a faith that bears no love has no life in it. The tenants' great failure did not begin with murder but with forgetting whose vineyard it was. Fr. Geoff offers three simple charges — stand firm in the faith
The Rich Young Ruler: What Has a Hold on Your Heart?
23rd August 2026: In this sermon on the rich young ruler, Daniel McInnes asks what it really means when Christ tells the young man to sell all he has. The problem, he explains, was never wealth itself, but the hold that wealth had over the young man's heart. Whatever sits on the throne of our hearts in Christ's place becomes a weight around our necks, and the godly sorrow of seeing it clearly is t
The Two Kinds of Suffering: Voluntary and Involuntary
9th August 2026: In this sermon, Sub Dn. Timothy Grace explores the Orthodox understanding of suffering, distinguishing between the voluntary hardships we take on through the ascetic disciplines of the Church and the involuntary trials that come to us against our will. Drawing on the day's epistle and gospel readings, he shows how both kinds of suffering, when met with patience and the right attit
What Will You Do? The Feeding of the Five Thousand
26th July 2026: In this sermon on the feeding of the five thousand, Daniel McInnes reads St Matthew's account alongside the fuller detail of St John's Gospel, where Christ tests the disciples with the question, "Where shall we buy bread for these people to eat?" Daniel draws out how God chooses to work through people who bring the little they have, how the miracle foreshadows the Eucharist, and ho
You Are the Light of the World: Holiness and the Faith of Chalcedon
19th July 2026: Preached by Fr. Nicholas on the Sunday of the Holy Fathers of the Fourth Ecumenical Council, this sermon joins two themes: Christ's call in the Sermon on the Mount, "You are the light of the world," and the faith defined at Chalcedon in 451. Fr. Nicholas shows how holiness and true doctrine belong together — the light of Christ shines through both holy living and the confession of
Discovering Our Gifts and the Virtue of Filotimo
12th July 2026: Preached by Sub Dn. Timothy Grace on the Sunday commemorating St. Paisios of Mount Athos, this sermon draws on St. Paul's letter to the Romans to explore both the unique gifts God gives each of us and the calling shared by all Christians. Through the lives of the saints, the Greek virtue of filotimo — a loving eagerness to do good — and the words of C.S. Lewis, Timothy shows how we
Christ Conquers: Freedom from Bondage and the Fruit of the Spirit
5th July 2026: Fr. Geoff Harvey reflects on the deliberate contrast between this Sunday's Gospel and Epistle: the two demoniacs enslaved by evil, and the fruit of the Spirit that grows in those who follow Christ. Drawing on the sobering example of Judas, he calls us to stay close to Christ, cultivate one fruit of the Spirit, and bear one another's burdens.
The Faith of the Centurion: Humility and the Work of Repentance
28th June 2026: Daniel McInnes reflects on the Gospel account of the Roman centurion who comes to Christ on behalf of his suffering servant. He draws out the centurion's remarkable humility, his compassion for one beneath his social standing, and his unwavering faith in Christ's authority to heal. Daniel challenges us to turn that same gaze back on ourselves and to take up the work of repentance a
Where Is Your Heart Fixed? Seeking First the Kingdom of God
21st June 2026: Fr. Nicholas Frazer reflects on the Gospel and Epistle readings and the single question they place before us: where is your heart fixed? Drawing on Christ's words about the eye, treasure, and anxiety, he shows how seeking God's kingdom first transforms worry into trust, resting our lives in the love of a faithful Father.
The Saints of Antioch: Three Lessons for the Antiochian Orthodox Church
14th June 2026: Sub Dn. Timothy Grace reflects on the Sunday of the Saints of Antioch, drawing on the lives of three great Antiochian saints — St. Raphael of Brooklyn, St. John Chrysostom, and St. Marina of Antioch — to highlight three enduring qualities of the Antiochian Orthodox Church: a cosmopolitan missionary spirit, a practical and grounded faith, and the grace of bearing suffering with heav
Called to Holiness: The True Purpose of the Church
7th June 2026: Fr. Geoff Harvey reflects on the Sunday of All Saints, exploring the Orthodox Church's true purpose: to transform ordinary people into saints. He examines what holiness really means, the commitment it requires, and how we are all called to become citizens of God's eternal kingdom, using the lives of the saints as witnesses to Christ's transforming power.
Living Water and the Harvest: A Sermon for Pentecost
31st May 2026: In this Pentecost sermon, Daniel McInnes traces the Jewish roots of the feast back to the Torah's harvest festival, and shows its Christian fulfilment in the descent of the Holy Spirit. Drawing on Christ's words about living water in John's Gospel, he calls the Church to be filled with the Spirit and go out into the world to bring in the harvest of souls.
One in Faith, One in Love: The Council of Nicaea and the Trinitarian Life
24th May 2026: In this sermon for the Sunday of the Holy Fathers of the First Ecumenical Council, Fr. Nicholas Frazer reflects on the Council of Nicaea and Christ's high priestly prayer in John 17. He draws together the Church's Nicene confession with the call to trinitarian prayer, worship, and unity — showing how truth and love, Orthodoxy and orthopraxy, belong inseparably together in the life o
Blindness, Trust, and the God Who Works in Unexpected Ways
17th May 2026: In this sermon for the Sixth Sunday of Pascha — the Sunday of the Blind Man — Sub Deacon Timothy Grace reflects on Christ's healing of the man born blind alongside the story of Paul and Silas in prison and the life of Abba Anastasios. He explores God's apophatic nature, the call to trust his hidden work in our own darkness, and how this freedom can lead us to wonderworking acts of g
The Well, the Witness, and the Worldwide Mission
10th May 2026: In this sermon for the Fifth Sunday of Pascha, Fr. Geoff Harvey reflects on the encounter between Christ and St. Photini at the well of Samaria, drawing together the Gospel of John and the Acts of the Apostles. Under three headings — the well, the witness, and the worldwide mission — he explores how Christ meets us in our weakness, how transformed people naturally proclaim Christ, a
Do You Want to Be Healed? A Sermon on the Paralytic at the Sheep Pool
3rd May 2026: In this sermon for the Fourth Sunday of Pascha, Daniel McInnes reflects on the healing of the paralyzed man at the Sheep Pool and draws contrasts with the apostolic healings in Acts — Aeneas and Tabitha. He explores the Church's primary image as a hospital for souls, the difference between isolation and community, and the call to bear one another's burdens as we approach the feast of
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Who Will Roll Away the Stone? A Sermon for the Sunday of the Myrrhbearing Women
26th April 2026: In this sermon for the Third Sunday of Pascha, Fr. Nicholas Frazer reflects on the quiet courage of Joseph of Arimathea, Nicodemus, and the Myrrhbearing Women — those who remained faithful to Christ when fear had scattered the disciples. Drawing on the Gospel of Mark, he explores three movements of love: the courage to stand with Christ when it is costly, the faithfulness to seek
From Doubt to Knowledge: St. Thomas and the Path of Faith
19th April 2026: In this sermon for the Sunday of St. Thomas, Sub Dn. Timothy Grace explores the spiritual journey from crippling doubt to unshakable faith — and ultimately to the knowledge of God. Drawing on the Church Fathers, including St. Gregory the Great, St. John Chrysostom, and St. Cyril of Alexandria, he shows how doubt, surrendered to Christ, becomes the foundation for transforming faith
The Wonder, the War Zone, and the Weariness: A Pascha Sermon
13th April 2026: In this Pascha sermon, Fr. Geoff Harvey reflects on John 1:5 — “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it” — through three themes: the wonder of the empty tomb, the spiritual war zone of human history, and the weariness that Christ meets with resurrection. A message of hope and transformation for all who carry the light of the risen Christ into their d
Palm Sunday: Walking with Christ in Weakness and Hope
5th April 2026: In this Palm Sunday sermon, Daniel McInnes reflects on the lessons of Great Lent as we enter Holy Week. Drawing on the figures of Lazarus, Martha, Mary, and Judas, he explores what it means to walk with Christ honestly — acknowledging our weakness, resisting despair, and trusting in the resurrection.
The Path to Glory: Humility, Repentance, and the Cross
29th March 2026: In this sermon, Fr. Nicholas Frazer reflects on the Fifth Sunday of Great Lent, drawing together the Gospel account of James and John's request for glory with the life of St. Mary of Egypt. He explores how Christ overturns the world's understanding of greatness — revealing that the path to true glory leads not through power and prestige, but through humble service, repentance, and
Climbing the Ladder: St. John Climacus and the Ascent to God
22nd March 2026: In this sermon for the Fourth Sunday of Lent, Sub Dn. Timothy Grace explores the life and teaching of St. John Climacus, author of the Ladder of Divine Ascent. Drawing on the imagery of Jacob's ladder and the structure of this celebrated spiritual classic, he reflects on the Christian life as a long and demanding ascent — and how the Ladder itself becomes a gateway through which G
The Cross We Venerate, the Cross We Carry, the Cross That Saves
15th March 2026: Fr. Geoff Harvey reflects on three dimensions of the cross: the cross we venerate as the sign of our salvation, the cross we carry in our daily lives, and the cross that saves through Christ's self-offering for the world. A timely encouragement for the Lenten journey, preached at The Good Shepherd Orthodox Church.
Faith in Action: St. Gregory Palamas and the Call to Lived Orthodoxy
8th March 2026: In this sermon for the Second Sunday of Lent, Daniel McInnes reflects on the feast of St. Gregory Palamas and the Gospel account of the paralysed man lowered through the roof by his four faithful friends. Drawing on the theological legacy of St. Gregory Palamas — including his defence of Hesychasm and the distinction between God's essence and energies — Daniel calls us to move beyo
Three Triumphs of Orthodoxy: A Sermon for Orthodox Sunday
1st March 2026: In this sermon for Orthodox Sunday (the Triumph of Orthodoxy), Fr. Geoff reflects on three triumphs: the historical restoration of icons after the iconoclastic controversy, the ongoing hope for Orthodox worship in the English language, and — the greatest triumph of all — the transformation of Christ's image within the human heart. Preached at The Good Shepherd Orthodox Church, 1st
Awaken to the Light: Embrace Lent with Purpose (first sermon ever from Joseph)
22nd February 2026: In this inspiring sermon, Joseph Stoeghofer encourages believers to awaken from spiritual slumber as they enter the meaningful season of Lent. With a focus on repentance, humility, and forgiveness, he highlights how Lent is not about outward discipline but the conversion of the heart.
The Path to Repentance and Renewal (first ever sermon by Athanasius)
15th Feb 2026: In this profound sermon, Athanasius Wilkins reflects on the themes of separation, service, and salvation as taught in the Gospel. With insights from the Fathers, he urges believers to prepare their hearts for repentance during the journey to Great Lent, emphasizing acts of mercy as expressions of faith. Wilkins calls the faithful to embrace fasting, almsgiving, and prayer in pursuit
The Journey of Repentance and God's Boundless Mercy (first ever sermon by Luke)
8th February 2026: In this heartfelt sermon, Luke Ebsworthy explores the profound lessons within the parable of the Prodigal Son. Through theological insights, Luke delves into themes of sin, repentance, and divine forgiveness, drawing from patristic interpretations to illustrate the path from spiritual separation to reconciliation with God. Ebsworthy's message is a compelling reminder of the endl
The Power of Humility (first sermon ever from Stylianos)
1st February 2026: In his first ever sermon, as part of February youth month, Stylianos Petroulias delves into the parable of the Publican and the Pharisee, highlighting the transformative power of humility and the dangers of pride. Drawing on wisdom from the saints, he challenges his listeners to follow the example of the publican and embrace a life of repentance and humility.
Climbing the Sycamore: The Path to Repentance
25th January 2026: In this insightful sermon, Fr. Nicholas explores the story of Zacchaeus, a chief tax collector whose encounter with Christ becomes a profound lesson on repentance and humility. Fr. Nicholas invites us to see beyond our obstacles, urging us to humble ourselves and embrace the transformative power of Christ's presence in our lives.
Discovering Faith and Gratitude
18th January 2026: In this enlightening sermon, Daniel McInnes delves into the story of the ten lepers from the Gospel, exploring themes of faith, gratitude, and spiritual well-being. Through insightful reflections, he challenges us to consider the depth of our relationship with Christ and the importance of giving thanks.
The Race of Our Lives
4th January 2025: Fr. Geoff delivers a compelling sermon on the spiritual journey of life, drawing on the Scriptures and personal experiences. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining focus on Christ and the eternal crown beyond life's finish line.
The Deeper Meaning of the Nativity
December 28th 2025: In this profound sermon, Fr. Nicholas delves into the true significance of the Nativity story amidst a world filled with darkness and suffering. He reflects on the quiet heroism of Joseph and the mother of God, drawing timeless lessons about faith, obedience, and love. Fr. Nicholas challenges listeners to consider whose kingdom they serve and to find solace and purpose in follo
Why St. Gregory the theologian wants you to stop worrying about the Christmas turkey
December 24th 2025: In this inspiring sermon, Sub Deacon Timothy Grace delves into the spiritual significance of Christmas beyond the festivities. Drawing from the teachings of St. Gregory the Theologian, he reminds us of the deep connection between the divine and human. Explore how prayer, the heart, and authentic living play crucial roles in embodying the spirit of Christ's birth.
The Anticipation of All Creation
21st December 2025: In this insightful sermon, Daniel McInnes explores the deep anticipation shared by all creation as it awaits the coming of its Creator. He delves into the significance of genealogies, the faithfulness of biblical figures, and the destiny of humanity in God's divine plan.
The Struggle and Joy of Spiritual Renewal
14th December 2025: In this heartfelt sermon, Fr. Geoff delves into the challenges and joys of spiritual renewal. He explores the importance of prayer, the journey of becoming Orthodox, and the call to respond decisively to God’s invitation. Through anecdotes and scripture, Fr. Geoff invites listeners to embrace change, prioritize spiritual growth, and participate in the divine banquet.
Finding Healing and Rest in Christ
7th December 2025: In this powerful sermon, Fr. Nicholas reflects on the profound story of a woman healed by Christ, drawing connections to our spiritual lives today. Through examples of humility and compassion, Fr. Nicholas invites us to prepare our hearts during the Nativity Fast.
The Path of a True Leader
30th November 2025: Sub Dn. Timothy Grace explores the qualities of true leadership through the lens of faith, drawing examples from St. Andrew, St. Paul, and modern saints. He emphasizes selflessness, humility, and the strength found in embracing one's weaknesses. The sermon invites us all to consider our roles as leaders in our own lives by following Christ's example.
The Call of St. Matthew
16th November 2025: Fr. Geoff delivers an inspiring sermon on the transformation of St. Matthew, illustrating the power of Christ's call and the significance of responding without hesitation. He encourages the congregation to recognize their own "tax booths" and invites them to stand up and follow Christ into the world, carrying the message of hope and mercy.
Miracles of Faith and Healing
9th November 2025: Fr. Nicholas explores the profound tales of healing in today's sermon, focusing on the miracles performed by Jesus. Through the stories of the woman with a flow of blood and the daughter of Jairus, Fr. Nicholas emphasizes the power of humble and persistent faith in receiving divine grace. He invites the congregation to reflect on how these ancient miracles speak to us today.
Finding Salvation in Every Circumstance
2nd November 2025: In this thought-provoking sermon, Sub Dn. Timothy explores the parable of Lazarus and the rich man, revealing lessons on wealth, poverty, and God’s providence. He challenges us to reflect on our own lives and how our circumstances can either lead to spiritual growth or downfall.
When Ideology Meets Spiritual Reality
26th October 2025: In this compelling sermon, Fr. Geoff addresses the clash between modern ideologies and spiritual truths, focusing on the dangers of departing from Christian values. He emphasizes the importance of standing firm in faith amidst cultural changes and protecting future generations from harmful influences.
A Message of Compassion and Power
19th October 2025: In this heartfelt sermon, Fr. Geoff explores the story of the widow of Nain, drawing lessons on passion, power, and praise. He challenges listeners with insights from church fathers and a modern connection to today's youth, emphasizing the importance of being in 'the way' of Christ.
The Eternal Glory: Understanding the Seventh Ecumenical Council
12th October 2025: Fr. Nicholas delivers an inspiring sermon on the significance of the Seventh Ecumenical Council and the profound mysteries of faith. He explores the eternal life and unity found in Christ, revealing how the icons reflect the divine presence. Through vivid narratives, Fr. Nicholas engages his audience with a timeless message of love and truth.
Living as Temples of God
5th October 2025: Sub Dn. Timothy Grace delivers a powerful sermon on the dignity and freedom of the human person, as shown by St. Paul and Christ in the scriptures. He explores how seeing ourselves and others as temples of God guides us in holiness and love.
Living a Life of Faith Beyond Sight
28th September 2025: In this insightful sermon, Daniel McInnes explores the miraculous catch of fish in the Gospel of Luke and its deeper meaning. He challenges listeners to trust God's guidance beyond their own understanding, just as Peter did. McInnes presents a powerful message on the importance of prioritizing spiritual growth and living a life in Christ, impacting those around us.
The Transformative Power of Faith and the Cross
21st September 2025: Fr. Geoff delivers an inspiring sermon on the profound journey of faith and transformation, drawing from the teachings of St. Paul and Orthodox spirituality. Through personal anecdotes and deep theological insights, Fr. Geoff emphasizes the necessity of experiencing God's love and the crucial role of the cross in our spiritual struggle and deification.
The Power and Mystery of the Cross
14th September 2024: Fr. Nicholas delivers a profound sermon on the exaltation of the Holy Cross, urging believers to live by its example. He reflects on the cross as a symbol of victory, reminding us of the eternal plan of God and the true path to salvation. With insight and compassion, he also addresses the collective grief and responsibility in the face of recent violence, calling for a renewal
Transformed by the Cross: A Call to True Masculinity and Faith
7th September 2025: In this thought-provoking sermon, Sub Dn. Timothy explores the deep spiritual significance of St. Paul's teachings on the cross and its relevance to everyday life. He delves into the challenges of modern masculinity and offers a Christ-centered solution rooted in self-sacrifice and spiritual reflection.
Letting Go of Captivity
31st August 2025: In this thought-provoking sermon, Daniel McInnes dives into the story of the rich young ruler to explore themes of self-awareness and spiritual captivity. He challenges us to look within and be truthful with ourselves, highlighting the ways in which we can become trapped by our own dependencies. McInnes uses historical anecdotes to illustrate the importance of honesty and reflect
The Challenge of Forgiving and Forgoing
24th August 2025: Fr. Geoff delivers a powerful sermon on the importance of living the gospel through forgiveness and self-denial. He shares profound insights and stories that illustrate the challenges and rewards of true Christian living.
Mustard Seed Faith and Spiritual Victory
17th August 2025: In this powerful sermon, Fr. Nicholas explores faith, humility, and the essential spiritual disciplines of prayer and fasting. He reflects on the story of a father's plea to Jesus for his son’s healing and challenges believers to nurture a living faith. With wisdom and compassion, Fr. Nicholas guides the congregation towards spiritual growth.
Building on the Foundation of Faith
10th August 2025: In this insightful sermon, Sub Dn. Timothy Grace explores the essential teachings of St. Paul about preparing for the coming kingdom. He delves into the epistle's call to build wisely on the foundation of Christ and emphasizes personal holiness as a key contribution to the church's communal faith. Through biblical examples and spiritual wisdom, Timothy Grace invites listeners to
The Miracle of Giving Without Calculation
3rd August 2025: In this insightful sermon, Daniel McInnes explores the profound lessons from the miracle of the feeding of the 5,000. He reflects on the importance of giving selflessly and how God's power can multiply our efforts beyond imagination. Through biblical examples, McInnes emphasizes that true giving requires no calculation, only faith.
The Call to Spiritual Soldiering
27th July 2025: In this inspiring sermon, Fr. Geoff reflects on passages from the Gospel of Matthew and the Second Epistle to Timothy, exploring themes of faith, the work of the Holy Spirit, and our spiritual calling as soldiers of Christ. With wisdom and clarity, Fr. Geoff challenges us to open our eyes to God's mercy and strengthen our hearts for the journey of discipleship.
The Transformative Power of Faith and Forgiveness
20th July, 2025: Fr. Nicholas delivers an insightful sermon on the profound power and mercy of Jesus Christ. Through the story of the paralytic, he explores the communal nature of salvation and the importance of spiritual healing. Fr. Nicholas invites listeners to carry each other in prayer and seek true healing of the heart.
Understanding the Union of Divinity and Humanity
13th July 2025: Sub Dn. Timothy Grace explores the profound teachings of the fourth ecumenical council and its significance in affirming the two natures of Christ. He delves into the ramifications of this doctrine on salvation, human nature, and how Christians should live. This sermon weaves theological understanding with practical spiritual guidance, emphasising the balance between divine and hum
Faith Beyond Boundaries
6th July 2025: In this moving sermon, Fr. Nicholas explores the profound faith of a Roman centurion, highlighting themes of humility, compassion, and intercession. Through the story, he challenges us to look beyond inherited religion and live our faith actively.
The Power of Faith and Commitment
29th June 2025: Fr. Geoff reflects on the courage and faith of the Patriarch in Syria, the confession of St. Peter, and the commitment of St. Paul. He shares the remarkable life of Metropolitan Anthony Bloom, urging us to consider what we are ready to live or die for. Fr. Geoff's message challenges us to find God within ourselves and live a life dedicated to His glory.
The Call to Follow: Becoming Fishers of Men
22nd June 2025: Fr. Nicholas explores the profound call of Christ to become "fishers of men," emphasizing faith, obedience, and transformation. He challenges us to examine our lives and respond to Christ's call with faith and freedom, urging us to live as true citizens of His kingdom.
Embracing the Path to Sainthood
15th June 2025: Sub Dn. Timothy Grace delivers an inspiring sermon on the feast of All Saints, exploring the transformative power of the Holy Spirit and the journey towards sainthood. He emphasizes the blessings of the new covenant and the ongoing pursuit of spiritual growth, urging believers to strive for holiness and participate in the divine life.
The Power of Pentecost
8th June 2025: In this inspiring sermon, Daniel McInnes explores the significance of Pentecost and its role in the culmination of salvation history. He emphasizes the empowerment of believers through the Holy Spirit to bring Christ's liberation to the world. McInnes calls on the faithful to embrace their role in spreading the message of salvation and bringing in the harvest of souls.
The Ascension and Our Divine Connection
1st June 2025: Fr. Geoff Harvey delivers a powerful sermon on the significance of Christ's ascension, exploring the profound connection between humanity and the divine. He delves into the identity of Jesus and the challenges posed by modern-day "wolves" in society and the church. Fr. Geoff's message is one of hope, urging believers to remain steadfast in their faith.
Embracing the Light: A Journey of Faith
25th May 2025: In this heartfelt sermon, Fr. Nicholas explores the profound symbolism of light in the Christian faith, drawing connections between the Feast of Lights and Christ's miracles. He delves into the transformative power of divine grace and the call to live a life of virtue. Join Fr. Nicholas as he inspires us to be lights to the world, carrying Christ within us.
Living the Resurrection Life
18th May 2025: On the fifth Sunday after the resurrection, Sub Dn. Timothy Grace explores what it means to live a life transformed by Christ. He delves into the story of the woman at the well, the apostles, and Christ himself, urging us to see Christ in every person and to serve with love and humility. This sermon challenges us to leave behind worldly desires and embrace the mission of the Church
The Power of Resurrection and Faith
11th May, 2025: In this inspiring sermon, Daniel McInnes explores the profound themes of resurrection and faith, drawing from biblical stories and personal experiences. He reflects on the healing power of Christ and the vital role of prayer, especially from mothers and grandmothers, in our lives. McInnes shares moving anecdotes that highlight the impact of faith and the importance of living a life
The Courage of the Myrrhbearers
4th May 2025: In this inspiring sermon, Fr. Geoff reflects on the courage and devotion of the myrrhbearers, drawing parallels to the challenges faced by Christians today. He explores themes of faith, the significance of the Shroud of Turin, and the importance of multiplying disciples. Fr. Geoff encourages believers to overcome fear with love for Christ and to avoid murmuring, urging everyone to be
The Assurance of Apostle Thomas
27th April, 2025: Fr. Nicholas delivers a sermon on St. Thomas Sunday, also known as Antipascha. He explores the historical context of the celebration and delves into the Gospel account of Jesus' appearance to the disciples, focusing on Thomas' response. Fr. Nicholas offers insights into the nature of belief and doubt, emphasising Thomas' ultimate declaration of faith.
Embracing the Resurrection: Living a Life of Faith and Mercy
20th April 2025: Sub Dn. Timothy Grace delivers an inspiring Pascha sermon on how to live a resurrectional life. He explores biblical patterns, the importance of church services, and the transformative power of God's love. Through engaging stories and reflections, Sub Dn. Timothy encourages believers to keep the flame of faith alive in their hearts.
Embracing Change: A Palm Sunday Reflection
13th April 2025: In this heartfelt sermon, Daniel McInnes reflects on the significance of Palm Sunday and the journey through Great Lent. He challenges listeners to examine their spiritual growth and encourages them to embrace change as they prepare for the coming week. Through personal anecdotes and biblical insights, Daniel inspires a deeper connection with Christ and a commitment to living a li
