Life can often feel like a juggling act--work, family, faith, responsibilities--keeping all the balls in the air. But what happens when one drops? Or when all of them do? In this week’s message, Rev. Tori Hastings turns to Luke 6:46-49 and challenges us to reflect on the foundation of our lives. What are we really building on? Drawing on the story of Job, Tori reminds us that when life unravels, Jesus doesn’t ask for our perfection, He asks for our faith.

When the ball drops in your life, will you be standing on shaky ground, or on the solid foundation of faith?

In this episode of Canterbury Cast, Senior Pastor Rev. Keith Thompson kicks off our new series and stewardship campaign, Come, Connect, Commit, with a call to action rooted in Romans 12:1–2, 9–13. With clarity and conviction, Keith reminds us that spiritual growth doesn’t happen by accident, it starts with a decision.

🟣 Come – You have to show up.

🟡 Connect – Growth happens in relationship.

🔵 Commit – Transformation requires intention.

It’s time to start showing up fully, living deeply, and investing in the life God is calling us to, together. What if showing up, reaching out, and committing fully isn’t just for your growth, but part of God’s assignment for building something greater through you?

In this episode of Canterbury Cast, Gann Waters-Wright explores the ancient words of Micah 6:1–8 with fresh urgency. As the prophet reminds God’s people of their history and God’s faithfulness, Gann invites us to consider the holy interruptions in our own lives, those moments when God steps in to remind us what actually matters. In a world full of distractions and noise, we all need to be reminded: we are loved, we are needed, and we are called to do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with our God.

This episode is both a pause and a push, a sacred interruption to realign our hearts.

What if the interruptions in your life aren’t distractions, but invitations from God to remember who you are and what truly matters?

In this thought-provoking episode of Canterbury Cast, Natalie Moon leads us through John 9, a story of miraculous healing that doesn’t resolve as neatly as we might expect. While a man born blind receives his sight, the surrounding responses are filled with suspicion, debate, and doubt. Natalie invites us to sit with the discomfort of scripture, especially when the questions feel louder than the answers. What happens when God's work disrupts our assumptions? And how do we respond when grace looks different than we imagined? Join us as we wrestle with the beauty and tension of a God who heals, and a world that doesn’t always know what to do with that healing. When was the last time scripture made you uncomfortable, and instead of turning away, you leaned in to ask why?

In this final episode of our grace-filled series on Canterbury Cast, Hill Carmichael takes us to 1 Corinthians 3:10–11, where the Apostle Paul reminds us that Jesus Christ is the only true foundation for our lives and for the Church. With insight and encouragement, Hill challenges us to reflect deeply: What are we building on that foundation? What needs to shift in our lives so we can strengthen our connection with Christ and participate more fully in building God’s Kingdom? It’s a call to thoughtful action, grounded in Real Grace and Real Love, in the midst of Real Life.

As we close this series, may we remember: Real Grace is more than a theme, it’s a way of life. It goes before us, transforms us, moves through us, and ultimately builds something lasting. Let’s keep leaning into Real Grace and Real Love, in the midst of Real Life, and let’s keep building, together.

In this episode of Canterbury Cast, Rev. Keith Thompson brings us into the heart of James 2:14–19, a passage that speaks plainly and powerfully about what it means to live out our faith. With James’ direct words as a guide, Keith challenges us to move beyond belief alone and step into action. Real grace, he reminds us, isn’t just something we receive, it’s something we pass on. Through acts of service, kindness, and compassion, we become vessels of God’s grace in the world. It’s a call to be helpful to our neighbors and present in our community, living out Real Grace and Real Love, in the midst of Real Life.

"Real Grace is with Us"

In this episode of Real Grace for Real Life, Dr. Rick Owen guides us through the comforting and transformative truth that God’s grace is not just a moment—it’s a lifelong companion. Rooted in Ephesians 2:8–10, we explore how grace is a gift, not something we earn, and how it shapes every step of our journey. Drawing from the insights of John Wesley, Dr. Owen unpacks the threefold movement of God’s grace: prevenient grace that goes before us, justifying grace that makes us right with God, and sanctifying grace that grows us in love. Tune in and discover how real grace is with us—before we know it, when we need it most, and as we become more like Christ.

In this episode of Real Grace for Real Life, we journey back to the powerful and pivotal day of Pentecost, when the Holy Spirit descended like fire and the Church was born in a rush of wind and wonder. Drawing from Acts 2:1–18, we explore how real grace—God’s unearned, overflowing presence—did more than stir emotions; it transformed hearts, united people across languages, and ignited a movement that still burns today. Join us as we reflect on how this same grace continues to warm hearts and empower lives in our world right now.

In this episode, we explore Acts 1:1-11 and the powerful call to stop gazing into the heavens and start engaging with the mission God has placed right in front of us. Rev. Tori Hastings unpacks how the disciples' upward focus is redirected toward a kingdom that is present and active here on earth. Drawing from the teachings of John Wesley, we’re reminded that holiness is lived out in daily life—not in waiting, but in working, serving, and loving in the here and now. Join us as we reflect on what it truly means to follow Jesus with our eyes forward and our hearts grounded in the present work of the Kingdom.

In this episode, we explore Jesus’ promise of lasting peace as found in John 14:23–29. As Jesus prepares His disciples for His departure, He offers not fear or confusion, but a profound and enduring peace—not as the world gives. We discuss what it means to abide in Christ’s love, the role of the Holy Spirit as our Advocate and Teacher, and how obedience and love are deeply intertwined. Join us as we reflect on how this divine peace can anchor us amid life’s uncertainties and guide us in a restless world.