Sermons from St. James Parish in Wilmington, NC.

The Rev. Gray Hodsdon shares a homily.

The Reverend Geoffrey Hoare shares insights on Jesus' parables, emphasizing the importance of personal interpretation and practical application in our lives. He highlights two main themes: grace and growth. The first parable suggests that our role is to do the next right thing, trusting in God's grace for outcomes beyond our control. The second parable compares the Kingdom of God to the growth of a mustard seed, illustrating how our spiritual growth often becomes clearer in hindsight. Reverend Hoare encourages us to keep practicing our faith and turning toward what truly matters.

The Rev. Gray Hodsdon offers a homily.

This week's homily by The Reverend Beth Lilly focuses on the Sabbath's purpose, using the Gospel of Mark to illustrate Jesus' compassionate acts on this holy day. Reverend Lilly draws meaningful connections between historical and modern Sabbath observances, encouraging us to rest, worship, and contribute positively to our communities. Listen to gain a deeper understanding of how we can embody Christ's love and light in our daily lives. Don't forget to follow Saint James Parish for more enriching sermons.

Scripture:

1 Samuel 3:1-10(11-20)

Psalm 139:1-5, 12-17

2 Corinthians 4:5-12

Mark 2:23-3:6

Tune in to The Reverend Jay Sidebotham's insightful homily on Trinity Sunday, where he unpacks the profound mystery of the Holy Trinity. Through the story of Nicodemus, Reverend Sidebotham reveals how understanding God as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit can transform our faith and relationships. Reflect on the significance of divine love and community, and how it invites us into a life-changing conversation with God. Listen, share, and follow our podcast for more inspiring sermons from St. James Parish.

Scripture:

Isaiah 6:1-8 Romans 8:12-17 John 3:1-17 Psalm 29 or Canticle 13 (or Canticle 2)

The Rev. Gray Hodsdon shares about the Holy mystery that is the trinity.

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Scripture:

Isaiah 6:1-8 Romans 8:12-17 John 3:1-17 Psalm 29 or Canticle 13 (or Canticle 2)

Tune into to Rev. Phillip Craig, Jr.'s Pentecost Sunday. Reflect on the connection between our daily act of breathing and the spiritual act of receiving the Holy Spirit. The homily explores the historical and ongoing influence of the Holy Spirit in empowering and uniting believers. Don't forget to subscribe and share this podcast for more content.

Scripture:

Acts 2:1-21 or Ezekiel 37:1-14 Romans 8:22-27 or Acts 2:1-21 John 15:26-27; 16:4b-15 Psalm 104:25-35, 37

Rev. Gray Hodsdon's latest homily explores the lasting impact of our words and the importance of our first and last impressions. Drawing from Jesus's farewell discourse in John's Gospel, the sermon emphasizes the sanctification and mission given to Jesus's disciples and, by extension, to us. Highlighting Jesus's prayerful words to the Father, the homily reveals the Trinity's interconnectedness and sets a path for living out Christ's example of love and sanctification in our daily actions.

This Sunday at St. James, The Rt. Rev. Robert Skirving shared his wisdom, inviting us into the heart of our diocese. Through stories of his travels, he highlighted unity as a reflection of our collective journey toward divine love. His exploration of the scriptural call to 'abide in God's love' reminded us of the transformative power of true communion with the Divine and each other. Let this message deepen our faith and engagement with our community.Scripture: Acts 10:44-48 1 John 5:1-6 John 15:9-17 Psalm 98

Rev. Phillip Craig, Jr. explores the profound message that God is love, inspired by John 15:1-8. He discusses how understanding God's love can help us overcome fear and challenges in life, encouraging us to show love to others as a reflection of God's presence. Subscribe for more insightful talks, and don't forget to like and share.

Scripture:

Acts 8:26-40 1 John 4:7-21 John 15:1-8 Psalm 22:24-30