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  • Grafted In - 8-9-26

    Grafted In - 8-9-26
    Aug 11 2026
    Are you finding it difficult to trust God when the storms of life begin to rage around you? In this powerful message on Matthew 14, we explore the story of Jesus walking on the water and what it reveals about the true nature of faith and Christian community. Life often demands trust, yet our experiences, fears, and exhaustion can easily cause us to waiver. When the waves roll in and our internal confidence fails, where do we place our focus?

    Discover how keeping Christ at the absolute center of your life transforms fear into courage. By examining Peter stepping out of the boat, we see that genuine faith is not an internal feeling of certainty, but a decision to listen to the voice of Jesus, regardless of our surrounding circumstances or lingering doubts. Even when we begin to sink under the weight of competing priorities, the physical grace of God is always ready to reach down and catch us.

    Whether you are feeling exhausted from life's demands or battling doubt in a season of uncertainty, be encouraged to refocus your heart on the one who is completely worthy of your trust. Take time today to reflect on where you need to step out in faith and allow Jesus to hold you secure.
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    31 Min.
  • Feeding - 8-2-26

    Feeding - 8-2-26
    Aug 4 2026
    Have you ever wondered what it truly means to encounter Jesus at the communion table, and whether the bread and wine carry a deeper spiritual reality than we realize?

    In this inspiring message, Fr. Eric explores the rich connection between the Passover, the miracle of feeding the five thousand, and the sacred tradition of the Eucharist. By looking closely at the Gospels and the Old Testament, we discover how Jesus reveals Himself as the true living bread from heaven. While Christians may view communion through different theological lenses, the invitation remains the same, to step toward Christ with open hands and receive His grace.

    The sermon reminds us that coming to the table is not just a personal routine, but a transformative encounter with God. We do not receive His mercy, forgiveness, and love simply for ourselves, but to be sent out into the world to share those same gifts with others. As you listen, reflect on how Christ nourishes your faith and empowers you to carry His presence into your everyday life.

    Take time today to pause, reflect, and ask how God might be calling you to bring His compassion to those around you.
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    29 Min.
  • Real Hope - 7-26-26

    Real Hope - 7-26-26
    Jul 29 2026
    How do we make sense of suffering in the Christian life when hardship strikes?

    In this sermon on Romans 8, Father Bill explores what it truly means to navigate pain through the lens of biblical hope. Many people assume being a Christian means staying positive all the time, but scripture tells a different story. From the groaning of creation to the laments of the Psalms, God acknowledges our heartbreaks, broken relationships, and shattered expectations.

    True Christian hope is not sentimental wishful thinking or forced positivity. Instead, it is a life-shaping certainty that God will accomplish everything He has promised. Discover how God takes our shattered stories and weaves them into a greater purpose, conforming us into the image of His Son. Learn how to hold fast to divine promises, embrace the now and the not yet, and practice the ministry of prayer in difficult times. Join us for a powerful exploration of faith, endurance, and transformation. Reflect on where God is inviting you to trust Him today.
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    35 Min.
  • Wheat and Weeds - 7-19-26

    Wheat and Weeds - 7-19-26
    Jul 21 2026
    Have you ever wondered why a faithful God allows evil, pain, and suffering to flourish alongside good in our world today?

    Drawing from boyhood memories of weeding in an Adirondack garden, Fr. Eric explores the parable of the wheat and the weeds in Matthew 13 alongside Paul's teachings in Romans 8. When surrounded by the weeds of temptation, grief, broken relationships, and fear, our immediate reaction is often to demand that God yank them out right now.

    However, Jesus reminds us that the miracle of the kingdom is not the immediate absence of weeds, but the constant presence of spiritual growth amidst them. God has not abandoned his field. Even when creation groans, the farmer remains patient and faithful, cultivating his people until the final harvest arrives. Faith learns to live among the weeds because our hope is fixed on the glory that will eventually be revealed. Take time today to lift your eyes above your present struggles and trust the faithful farmer who is actively growing you.
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    19 Min.
  • Africa Missions Update - 7-12-26

    Africa Missions Update - 7-12-26
    Jul 14 2026
    How do we find a river of hope in the midst of a global water crisis?
    In this moving message, Deacon Jimmy Miller shares powerful testimonies from his long term missionary work in Kenya alongside his wife Chase, an ear, nose, and throat surgeon. For years, Jimmy has led a life changing water filter ministry, bringing clean water to remote villages and schools where preventable waterborne illnesses are a daily threat.

    But as Jimmy discovered, clean water is only the beginning. He shares how the Lord urged him to slow down and offer two life saving gifts: physical clean water and the living water of Jesus Christ. From serving schools to assisting in emergency hospital water shortages, God continues to go before us, providing for our deepest needs before we even recognize them.

    Be inspired by stories of incredible physical and spiritual healing, and learn how you can join in spreading the hope of Christ to those who need it most.

    Are you ready to drink from the well that never runs dry?
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    36 Min.
  • The War Within - 7-5-26

    The War Within - 7-5-26
    Jul 9 2026
    Why do we find ourselves doing the very things we hate even when we know what is right. It is a common struggle that every believer faces. In this message we look into Romans chapter seven where the apostle Paul shares his own raw battle with inner sin. Knowing God's law and living it out can feel like two completely different things. We often feel shame because our actions do not match our beliefs.

    The good news is that this internal war does not mean you are a failure. It shows you are a work in progress under grace. The speaker reminds us that while our sin nature remains active our righteousness before God is secure. You cannot sin away the love that Jesus won for you.

    As we move from human weakness we discover the ultimate hope found in Romans chapter eight. There is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. Your struggles do not define you but your Savior does. Reflect on where you hold shame and give it to God. Watch to be reminded that you are forgiven and free.
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    25 Min.
  • Alive in Christ - 6-28-26

    Alive in Christ - 6-28-26
    Jun 30 2026
    How do we move past a faith defined by rules and fear to experience the vibrant life God truly intended for us? In this powerful message, Father Bill Stanford addresses the common struggle of barcode Christianity, a mindset where faith becomes a mere checklist or label rather than a deep, transformative relationship. Drawing from Romans chapter 6, Father Bill explores how the Apostle Paul confronts the misconception that grace allows us to live however we want.

    True salvation is not just about avoiding bad behavior or getting clean. It is an invitation to die to our old way of life and be completely remade. Through the imagery of baptism, Paul reveals that we are not just placed near Christ, we are grafted directly into Him like branches to a vine.

    Are you tired of just trying to stay within the lines? God did not save you simply to stop sinning. He saved you for an overflowing life of communion with Him. This week, let go of the fear of failure and step into the fullness of your new identity, abiding deeply in the love of Christ.
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    27 Min.
  • The New Adam - 6-21-26

    The New Adam - 6-21-26
    Jun 23 2026
    Do you ever feel trapped by the patterns of your past or the limitations of human nature? We often try to escape these struggles through technology, wealth, or culture, but the old realities of division, dust, and death remain.

    In this message, we explore how Christianity offers a complete reboot for humanity under a new head, Jesus Christ. While our first inheritance from Adam leaves us stuck in brokenness, Jesus comes as the new Adam to give us a fresh beginning. Instead of dust, He offers His life giving Spirit to transform our daily reality. Instead of division, He breaks down barriers to create true peace. Instead of death, He defines our existence with eternal life.

    This sermon challenges us to look beyond the modern desire for superficial influence and instead receive the deep inner flow of Christ upon our souls. It is a calling to move past the motions of religion and let the power of God drench us from the inside out. Watch to discover how you can step out of old patterns and begin reigning in life through grace. How is God calling you to receive His imprint today?
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    20 Min.