As Americans prepare to celebrate freedom, St. Paul’s words hit differently: “For freedom Christ has set us free.” But what kind of freedom is that, exactly? Is it just doing whatever we want? Or is it something deeper, more life-giving—and maybe even more demanding? The Rev. John Kennedy explores the surprising paradox at the heart of Christian freedom: a freedom that isn’t about self-indulgence but about love, limits, and becoming fully alive. The Third Sunday after Pentecost.
Jun 30, 2025•18 min
The Second Sunday after Pentecost. Is it really possible to belong just as you are? Explores Paul's radical message: you don’t have to earn your place—you already belong. In a world that pressures us to fit in, succeed, and prove ourselves, the gospel proclaims a freeing truth: accept that you are accepted.
Jun 23, 2025•14 min
This Trinity Sunday, The Rev. Elizabeth Garnsey takes us beyond doctrine into the mystery of divine love in motion. Explore how the Holy Trinity is not a puzzle to be solved—but a relationship to be lived. As she prepares for sabbatical after seven transformative years, Rev. Elizabeth invites us to find wonder, confront violence with love, and rediscover what it means to be the place where God happens.
Jun 16, 2025•14 min
The Feast of Pentecost. Bishop Jeff Mello delivers a sermon that speaks directly to our fear, our doubt, and our deepest longings for purpose. He reminds us that the Spirit comes not as a reward, but as an intervention—to break us free from fear and send us into the world with boldness and love. Whether you're seeking hope, courage, or just trying to find your place in the Church, this message is for you.
Jun 13, 2025•10 min
The Seventh Sunday of Easter (Youth Sunday). Eddie Harrison takes the pulpit to reflect on a lifetime at St. Mark’s—and what it truly means to belong. From the joyful chaos of the Blessing of the Animals to handing out ride tickets at May Fair, Eddie shares how small moments helped him understand the heart of real community.
Jun 05, 2025•4 min
The Seventh Sunday of Easter (Youth Sunday). Henry Hladick reflects on 14 years at St. Mark’s—and how the church became his anchor during the most painful moment of his life. It’s a message about friendship, faith, and what it truly means to show up for one another.
Jun 05, 2025•4 min
The Sixth Sunday of Easter. The Rev. John Kennedy takes us deep into a curious Easter gospel that feels more like Lent than Resurrection Sunday. Why does Jesus ask a man if he wants to be healed—and why doesn't the man seem to answer? What happens when healing comes, but gratitude and transformation don’t follow? With wit, wisdom, and a touch of holy disruption, Fr. John explores what it means to truly desire the new life Christ offers.
May 30, 2025•12 min
The Fifth Sunday of Easter. How do we find our place in a world that feels both chaotic and beautiful? In this stirring reflection, Rev. Elizabeth invites us to consider the practice of praise—not as a shallow response to life’s highs, but as a radical, grounding act in the midst of mystery, loss, and renewal. Drawing wisdom from Psalm 148, she explores how creation itself models a way of living in harmony with God’s vision for the world.
May 22, 2025•14 min
In this deeply moving and delightfully humorous Mother's Day sermon, explore the profound interconnectedness of humanity through the lens of maternal love, shared memory, and sacred community. Drawing on everything from personal stories and ancient scripture to Strawberry Shortcake and $30 Mayfair chairs, Fr. Peter Walsh reflects on the power of belonging, the joy of giving, and the divine call to love irrationally. This is a message about who we are, how we’re knit together, and why community—e...
May 15, 2025•20 min
The Third Sunday of Easter. In this powerful and heartfelt sermon, The Rev. John Kennedy reflects on the gospel that shaped his own priesthood and was chosen for Pope Francis’ funeral. Drawing moving parallels between the lives of Simon Peter and Pope Francis, he explores the true heart of discipleship: a deep love for Jesus, compassion for the marginalized, and the courage to give all for the sake of the gospel.
May 07, 2025•15 min
The Second Sunday of Easter. The Rev. Elizabeth Garnsey explores the story of Thomas not as a tale of doubt, but of longing, honesty, and transformation. See how Jesus meets each of us in our rawest places — not with judgment, but with peace, forgiveness, and love. Watch to discover how the resurrection isn't just a past event, but an ongoing invitation to new life.
May 07, 2025•13 min
Easter Day. Explore how the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ shattered every human expectation — and how Jesus continues to pull us out of the boxes that confine us today. Full of energy, hope, and real-life connection, this sermon invites you to experience the risen Christ in a radically new way.
May 07, 2025•20 min
The Great Vigil of Easter. If you've ever wrestled with doubt, darkness, or the limits of human possibility, this sermon will speak to you. Because sometimes, only the impossible will do. The Rev. John Kennedy takes us from the darkness of the cosmos to the impossible hope of the Resurrection with a cosmic, cultural, and deeply personal exploration of despair, death—and the miracle that changes everything.
May 07, 2025•13 min
On Good Friday, we’re confronted with a question that echoes through time: Which kingdom do we serve—the kingdom of domination or the kingdom of self-giving love? In this powerful and moving sermon, The Rev. Elizabeth Garnsey draws us into the cosmic clash between Caesar and Christ, between force and truth, between the love of power and the power of love. As we stand at the foot of the cross, we are invited to wrestle with our own allegiances and see the world—and ourselves—through Jesus' eyes....
May 07, 2025•11 min
Maundy Thursday. What could Saint Peter and Friedrich Nietzsche possibly have in common? In this powerful and thought-provoking Maundy Thursday sermon, The Rev. John Kennedy explores the deep scandal and radical love at the heart of Jesus’ shocking act of foot washing—and why it offended both Peter and Nietzsche in their own ways. With insight, wit, and piercing clarity, this message invites us to grapple with the meaning of humility, power, and the way of Christ in a world driven by dominance....
May 07, 2025•14 min
The Fifth Sunday in Lent. What happens when love goes beyond boundaries—beyond reason—and becomes scandalously beautiful? In this powerful and provocative reflection, we explore a moment of biblical PDA—a public display of devotion so intimate, so sensory, and so wild in love that it leaves the room breathless. Join Fr. Peter Walsh in unpacking Mary's radical act of love, the sensuality of spiritual intimacy, and what it means to love like God: prodigal, embodied, and unafraid. You may never loo...
May 07, 2025•20 min
The Fourth Sunday in Lent. Discover the heart of God’s extravagant love. Through Jesus' greatest parable, we explore a love that is reckless, lavish, and transformative—a love that welcomes us home, no matter where we’ve been. Are we the wayward younger son or the resentful elder brother? Or is this story really about the boundless grace of God?
Mar 31, 2025•16 min
The Third Sunday in Lent. In the midst of disasters, how many times have we heard people say, "It's all part of God's plan" or ask, "Where was God?" What if God has nothing to do with the tragedies that occur? Learn how we can face the grief and death of this world and discover what God's plan for our lives really is.
Mar 28, 2025•15 min
The Second Sunday in Lent. Explore the depth of Jesus' emotional resilience—his boldness and tenderness, his strength and sorrow. Facing opposition, death threats, and ultimate sacrifice, Jesus remains unwavering in his purpose. How can we imitate Christ’s emotional life in our own? #Jesus #Sermon #Faith #EmotionalResilience #Christianity
Mar 17, 2025•24 min
What if the biggest threat to your spiritual journey isn’t what you expect? Unpack the reality of temptation, distraction, and the unseen battle for our hearts and minds. Fr. John Kennedy challenges us to recognize the subtle ways we’re nudged off course—and how to stay firmly rooted in Christ. The First Sunday in Lent. #Lent #SpiritualWarfare #FaithJourney #NewCanaan #ECCT...
Mar 10, 2025•12 min
Ash Wednesday. What if, instead of focusing on the red flags in life, we turned our attention to the green ones—the signs of truth, love, and divine presence all around us? The Rev. Elizabeth Garnsey invites us to shift our perspective, tuning our hearts to the goodness of God rather than getting lost in fear, division, and distraction. Lent offers us the chance to reset, to return to a place of spiritual clarity, and to follow the path Jesus lays before us—one marked by faith, love, and renewal...
Mar 06, 2025•11 min
The Last Sunday after the Epiphany. Step into the radiant mystery of the Transfiguration! Journey up the mountaintop to witness Jesus as a being of dazzling light, revealing the fullness of God’s love, life, and presence. How does this divine radiance transform us? What does it mean to walk as children of the light? Discover how encountering God's brilliance reshapes our hearts, our vision, and our very being. #DivineLight #Transfiguration #FaithJourney #EpiscopalSermon
Mar 06, 2025•19 min
The Seventh Sunday after the Epiphany. The Rev. John Kennedy challenges us to reconsider the nature of Christian love. Does Jesus teach us to prioritize those closest to us, or does he call us to something far greater? Explore the radical, universal love that Jesus commands—a love that extends even to our enemies. With compelling insight, Fr. John unpacks what it truly means to be children of the Most High, embracing a love that knows no borders. #episcopal #episcopalchurch #episcopalian #church...
Feb 24, 2025•12 min
The Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany. Why do so many of our attempts at self-improvement and happiness fall short? Fr. John Kennedy explores the universal human longing for happiness and why, despite our relentless pursuit, it often remains elusive. Is happiness found in wealth, comfort, or success? Or does Jesus offer us a radically different path to joy and fulfillment? #episcopal #episcopalchurch #episcopalian #church #jesusmovement #wayoflove #christian #anglican #allarewelcome #christianity ...
Feb 18, 2025•18 min
The Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany. Dive into the powerful story of Peter’s awakening—his miraculous catch, his overwhelming encounter with the divine, and his life-changing call to follow Jesus. What happens when we step out of the shallow and into the deep? How does an encounter with God reshape everything we thought we knew? This sermon explores the mystery, awe, and irresistible pull of the Divine. Don’t miss this chance to reflect on your own journey of faith! #episcopal #episcopalchurch #...
Feb 12, 2025•16 min
In this uplifting message of unity and hope, Fr. Peter Walsh highlights the transformative power of divine love and the strength of spiritual communion that unites us all. As St. Mark's celebrates its 261st year, may we all remember how shared grace and deep connection can light our way through every season of life. #episcopal #episcopalchurch #episcopalian #church #jesusmovement #wayoflove #christian #anglican #allarewelcome #christianity #prayer #jesus #iglesiaepiscopal #theology #anglicanchur...
Feb 03, 2025•24 min
The Third Sunday after the Epiphany. What does it mean to follow a Savior who puts mercy at the center of his mission? Join Fr. John Kennedy as he explores Jesus’ inaugural sermon in Nazareth, which was marked by compassion and justice, and reflect on the contrast between earthly leadership and the Divine example. #episcopal #episcopalchurch #episcopalian #church #jesusmovement #wayoflove #christian #anglican #allarewelcome #christianity #prayer #jesus #iglesiaepiscopal #theology #anglicanchurch...
Jan 30, 2025•15 min
The Second Sunday after the Epiphany. Transform how you see Jesus and the life you’re called to live. Explore the wedding at Cana, where water becomes wine, joy overflows, and the Messianic age begins. Learn how Jesus, the maker of fine wine, invites us to celebrate, feast, and live with divine joy—even amidst life’s challenges.
Jan 21, 2025•14 min
The First Sunday after the Epiphany: The Baptism of Our Lord. In a world shaken by devastating fires, floods, and chaos, our scorched earth is calling us to a new way of being—renewed in love, harmony, and purpose. Rev. Elizabeth Garnsey reflects on the baptism of Jesus, the divine dance of creation, and our call to live fully human in God’s ferocious love. Learn to move with God’s rhythm of love, embracing a hope-filled future for our world. #episcopal #episcopalchurch #episcopalian #church #je...
Jan 13, 2025•11 min
The Second Sunday of Christmas. Digital Missioner Rob Schwartz and Jesus have at least one thing in common...disappearing from their parents at a young age! What might we learn when stepping into the shoes of a worried Mary and Joseph, and how might their experience help us when our faith feels lost? #episcopal #episcopalchurch #episcopalian #church #jesusmovement #wayoflove #christian #anglican #allarewelcome #christianity #prayer #jesus #iglesiaepiscopal #theology #anglicanchurch #holyspririt ...
Jan 07, 2025•10 min
