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Weekly Sermons from Weston Park Baptist Church www.westonparkbaptist.org
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And my podcast I'll be talkin about many things gaming, School, life, holidays, and much, much more.
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This podcast is brought to you by Weston Park Cancer Charity; sharing stories about our work, what we do and the people we support. From funding life-saving research to providing practical help and emotional support, it’s our job to care in every sense for our patients and their families. Cancer changes everything. But so do we.
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Frame By Frame is a podcast series hosted by editor and producer Isabel Sadurni, that introduces you to the most influential, respected and accomplished cinema post-production professionals working in New York today. Through intimate, informal discussions between collaborators about post-production craft, aesthetics, process and technique, we’ll recognize and celebrate the iconic films and people that have made New York film history as well as those contemporaries who continue to make import ...
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Our Journey of a Disciple series focusing on the life of Peter comes to a close with the story of Peters restoration to ministry (John 21:1-19). Peter has denied Christ three times and now he is restored by three times vowing his love and service to the risen Christ. In this story Jesus is revealed to be a patient and forgiving Master who gives us …
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Jesus gives his disciples a new commandment that they are to love one another even as Jesus has loved them. They are to love one another with a sacrificial love as Jesus has modelled before them. The question is the same for them and us , How will we respond to Jesus love and the call to love each other? Will we accept Jesus love or push his love a…
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The foot-washing event in the Upper Room is a powerful enacted parable recorded by the Evangelist. By washing the disciples' feet Jesus challenges the assumptions of his own disciples (and the society at large). Jesus is pointing out that a pyramid model of "power over others" has no place in the new Kingdom of God. Rather than "power over" we are …
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Watch at: https://youtu.be/DGsvm50P9BkBy Thomas Le Roy
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Watch at: https://youtu.be/1eP81TNaCpwBy Dr. Alan Davey
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The transfiguration story is told in each of the Synoptic Gospels - (each on e has their own details of the event.) However, the key is that Jesus changes into his glorious state ("metamorphosis") before Peter, James and John. They are given the precious gift of gazing upon the beauty of the glorified Christ. Along with this visual epiphany they he…
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The key question in the Gospel of Mark has to do with the identity of Jesus Who is Jesus is the crux of the matter! Jesus asks this question specifically when he asks his disciples Who do you say that I am? Peter gets it right when he answers, You are the Christ! The challenge for the disciples (and us) is to understand and live out the truth of th…
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The Good News is that God changes us into something beautiful something remarkable. Even as a caterpillar is changed into a gorgeous butterfly so God transforms us into the image of his beloved Son. We dont deserve it. But he does it out of love. It is a work that happens from within by the activity of the Holy Spirit (layer by layer the old self i…
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Watch at: https://youtu.be/uN9vgq20AlsBy Thomas Le Roy
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As we make our way in the spiritual journey we often experience some turbulence between faith and doubt. We are like the father of the ill boy who cries out, I believe, help my unbelief! At our core we truly do believe in Gods loving presence but in the moment we are caught up in lifes storms and fears. Jesus encourages us to find our rest in him f…
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The journey of a disciple is a journey of faith. Mark makes this point as he interweaves the stories of the chronically ill woman and Jairus the synagogue ruler who pleads to Jesus for his dying daughter. Both characters demonstrate faith as they come to Jesus asking for help. The question for us do we live with an attitude of faith or are we contr…
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Watch at: https://youtu.be/YMDSBe9IR0MBy Dr. Alan Davey
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Jesus ministers to people wherever they are at. He also ministers to us wherever we are at. This is the message of the Good NewsGods gracious love for us wherever we are at. Peter learns this truth over time by being present to Jesusin the synagogue, in his house, on the streets, in times of seclusion and while traveling from town to town. It is be…
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Jesus takes the initiative in calling us to become his disciples. The question is Will we pay attention to our lives and respond with a 'yes' when our moment comes?" As an example, Jesus calls Andrew and the unnamed disciple to follow him in the words Come and see." Andrew then later invites his brother Simon to come check out the new found Messiah…
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The women of Easter go to the tomb expecting to meet a dead Jesus. Instead, they find an empty tomb and a resurrected Christ! The angels message to them not only heralds Jesus victory over death but announces the forgiveness and restoration of wayward disciples. The community of disciples are to go forward with the mission of Jesus to proclaim the …
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On the way to the cross Simon of Cyrene has a moment with Jesus unceremoniously, Simon is compelled by a Roman soldier to carry the cross of Christ. In that moment Simon meets Jesus and his life is changed (not only for him but for his family!) If we are alert we also will have our moment with Jesus. He goes before all of us and at the right time w…
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Watch at: https://youtu.be/BHOXyHPlyOkBy Thomas Le Roy
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As Jesus continues in ministry he faces greater and greater oppression. the resistance comes to a head in his perceived welcoming spirit to the outcasts of society. Selecting Levi, the tax-collector, and attending a party with Levi's friends was seen as poor judgment (and being a bad example to others!) What the Pharisees don't understand is the ad…
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Jesus models for us a heart of prayer and compassion. His fundamental desire is to know the heart of Abba and then translate his vision into action for Gods kingdom. As our leader Jesus reveals the import of prayerful conversation with Abba and the intentional activity of keeping in step with his Spirit. As Jesus disciples we are called to imitate …
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Jesus begins his ministry by announcing the Good News of the kingdom of Godthe kingdom is drawing near now! Along with this declaration Jesus begins the process of building a community of disciples to assist him in his kingdom work. He calls and the disciples respond with a bold yes joining his band of followers. This pattern of call and response r…
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Jesus breaks into our world to announce the Good News (not the Bad News!) that the kingdom of God is drawing near. He invites us to change our attitude from one of pessimism to one of hope and our lifestyle from one of self-centeredness to a concern for the other. As we make these changes (repent and believe) Jesus promises to travel with us so we …
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The writer of Psalm 30 has experienced challenging days of sickness and has cried out to God for help. Graciously his prayers are heard and he is healed from his sickness. As a result the psalmist is filled with joy and gives exuberant praise to his god in heaven. As such, the psalm is a wonderful example of the circle of thanksgiving thanks is off…
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At times God seems distant/absent and we cry out from our hearts, Where are you God? In such experiences we long to hear from our Father in heaven but the only response is silence. It is this theme of silence and waiting upon God that is captured in Psalm 88. The Psalmist becomes our representative in passing through such difficult and painful days…
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he seasons of the heart are not always the sunny summer months or the extravagant colours of the spring season. There are also the coldness of winter and the melancholy of autumn. The winter of Psalm 39 speaks from the winter blast of sickness, disappointment, and length of years. The tenor of the psalmist is one of absence and distance from God wh…
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Watch at: https://youtu.be/qroc22ZxAvIBy Elizabeth Davey
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Watch at: https://youtu.be/Y5ZyzpQTlTkBy John Maury
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As we begin a new year we look to our God who has been our dwelling place throughout the generations. God is our true home (not the house or apartment where we live.) The invitation is to keep looking to God through all of the ups and downs of life - the times of joyful presence and painful absence. As we live in this manner we are able to live "wi…
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God is a near God. He continually reveals himself to us in surprising ways both through his creation and in his word. It may be in a newly formed star in the night sky, a baby born in a manger, or three strangers showing up at your front door bearing gifts. The key for us is how do we respond to these moments in time? Do we have receptive hearts th…
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The angel's message to Joseph (as recorded in Matthew's Gospel) centres on the two names of his newborn child: Jesus and Emmanuel. The name 'Jesus' means 'God saves' because 'he will save his people from their sins'. The second name 'Emmanuel' translates as 'God-is-with-us' referencing Jesus' mission as God's representative to humanity. Together th…
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FXF1001- WARREN BEATTY AND JONATHAN DEMME- Craig McKay, Tom Fleischman, Chris Newman, Deborah Wallach, Ron Bochar, Phil Stockton
PLAY PODCAST FXF1001- WARREN BEATTY AND JONATHAN DEMME- Craig McKay, Tom Fleischman, Chris Newman, Deborah Wallach, Ron Bochar, Phil Stockton Picture editor, Craig McKay and Re-recording mixer Tom Fleischman talk about early influences getting started in the New York film industry of the 1960’s and 70’s as well as their work on the film by Warren B…
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Praise in challenging times is not always easy. The human overcast hangs heavy and blocks out much of the sun's rays. Yet the call to praise persists and asks us to lift our eyes above the darkness of the cloudbanks. Such was the case for doubting Zechariah. Will he (and we) raise our spirits high to perceive God's new work of transformation in the…
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The story of Advent is the story of Gods love for humankind. God comes to us in Jesus so that we might live close to him forever. May we recognize God as a close God a near God. May we open our hearts to him in this Advent season.By Dr. Alan Davey
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The message of the incarnation of Christ comes to us in a variety of texts including the Gospel nativity stories as well as texts from the Epistles. Today we begin with a Pauline text from Philippians which simply reminds us that, God is near (Philippians 4:5). In this passage we are encouraged to live in joy, peace and gratitude all because Jesus …
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The writer of Deuteronomy invites us to remember Gods blessings in our lives remember and not forget. In my mind this is a needed exhortation because frequently we do forget all the blessings we have received from God. Instead, we focus on the problems we are facing in the moment or we become distracted by the busyness (and projects) we are running…
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Watch at: https://youtu.be/srzxzdJHZBQBy Dr. Alan Davey
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Watch at: https://youtu.be/X_wQelYSzL4By Bonnie Parsons
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Pastor Edson Torres is preachinfg this Sunday. Pastor Edson is the pastor of Projeto Restaurando Vidas, the Brazilian Portuguese church that worships at Weston Park.
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Jesus leaves the upper room with his disciples and they pass through the Kidron Valley on the way to the garden of Gethsemane. It is a time of preparation for our Lord as he steels himself for the onslaught to come. He knows very well that Judas is intent on betraying him to the authorities and his demise is certain. Yet he is committed to protecti…
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God has a vision for us a greater arch that stretches over our lives to give us meaning and purpose. The question we face is; will we discern this greater purpose? The prophet Isaiah speaks about such a purpose in his phrase the valley of vision. It describes a life lived open to Gods movements in our spirits, hearts and minds when we live this way…
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Our loving God travels with us in solidarity knowing all about our weaknesses and anxious hearts. He travels with us in our valleys of discouragement and resistance always ready to renew our hearts. The prophet Isaiah underlines this truth as he affirms that the Valley of Discouragement will become a place of refreshment and repose. Our ultimate st…
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Gods word to us is always one of hope. It is a message of Do not fear but keep trusting in the goodness and grace of God. It is a message of love and acceptance in spite of the waywardness of ones past. Truly God is our Good Shepherd who has revealed himself in the Good Shepherd of Galilee (Joh 10). It is this message of comfort and acceptance that…
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We live our lives as passing guests before our living God. During our life pilgrimage we are invited to come into a relationship with God so that we know him more and more through each passing day. At times our days are blessed and joyful and at other times we experience seasons of aridness and tears. But through it all God remains our loving God w…
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Last Week we considered the valley of darkness and this week, the valley of victory. Life often presents itself in such a manner - we travel from the mist and move into clarity. When we enjoy such seasons of victory and strength we need to be especially cognizant of God's blessings and goodness to us. David models such a thankful heart as he praise…
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We all travel through the valley of darkness at some point in our lives. It can take the form of depression, anxiety, sickness, loss, loneliness there is no end to the shades of darkness we can experience. What we know is that God travels with us as a companion through it all. He is a faithful Shepherd and Friend who accompanies us at every step of…
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The Apostle Paul recognizes that the body of Christ (the Church) is not going to agree on everything (it never has!) Differences of opinion even on key matters have always existed in the community of faith. The initiation is to always hold on to what connects us which is our shared life in Jesus Christ (living and dying in the Lord). Indeed, we are…
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Rev. Karen Fox is a Chaplain at Baycrest health sciences centre for older adults providing all levels of living and care.Today Karen will be using a variety of Gospel text to consider the topic, "While on the Journey".We appreciate Karen's involvement in our church community over the years and look forward to what God has laid on her heart to share…
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Watch at: https://youtu.be/UwwN0kmfvXMBy John Duyck
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Watch at: https://youtu.be/D1sHvUUp97cBy Mary Ann Blaksley
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Watch at: https://youtu.be/TEDS-L-GYroBy John Maury
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In the early church Christians were known as people of love: love was the rubric of the church of Christ. Today, we must pause and ask ourselves if we are truly known as a people of love. The Apostle Paul exhorts us to "wake up" to our fundamental calling to be lovers of God and our neighbour. Nothing is more important than this essential quality. …
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