Rev John shares the story of Viola Desmond, and what she can tell us about living out Christian humility. Read the sermon here.

Rev. John gets a little personal this week but the lesson he takes from the story of Jesus healing on the Sabbath is universal. Read the sermon here.

This Sunday was a bit of a downer as we’re reminded that Jesus came to “bring fire to the earth”. Rev John finds the hope in this message, pointing to how conflict can lead us to better choices. Read the sermon here.

Prompted by God and a parishioner, Rev John watched The Notebook this week and discovered a connection between the classic love story and Hebrews 11. Read the sermon here.

On Sunday 3 August, we celebrated the Baptism of Blair and Madi Rosborough. This beautiful service was also a reminder that we are all part of the Christian family, united with God and each other. Read Rev John’s sermon here.

Rev. John talks about the power of uniting in Christ and focusing on belonging rather than barriers. Read his sermon here.

On the Feast of St Peter and St Paul, Rev. John looks at the legacy of these two flawed church leaders and what they can teach us about reconciliation. Read his sermon here.

Rev. John gives us a three-part sermon for Trinity Sunday, looking at the meaning of ‘Godhead’, the terminology of the Trinity, and our experience with God. Read it here.

“Pentecost isn’t a moment in history, it is a movement as relevant and powerful for today as it was back then. Pentecost is the day when the angels tell us to stop looking up into the sky and get to work!” Read Rev. John’s Pentecost sermon here.

This year, Ascension Sunday coincides with Jerusalem and the Holy Land Sunday. Rev. John examines the link between the two and the paradox of Christ ascending into heaven yet remaining present on earth. And yes, raccoons are mentioned. Read it here.

You may notice a new wall hanging in church this week. Brought back from the recent AWARE conference, our new banner displays the words, ‘Gather Us In’. Rev. John reflects on the power and promise of that message. Read his sermon here.

On Good Shepherd Sunday, Rev John shares how Christ is both shepherd and lamb…and what that means for us. Read the sermon here.

Ever wondered why you've never had a big, showy, St Paul-style conversion experience? Or had Christ appear to you as he did the disciples? Rev. John has, and he has some thoughts. Read his sermon here.