St. Mark's New Canaan

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 look at divine love the same way again.

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? 

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.

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?

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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.

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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. #AshWednesday #Lent #LookForTheGreenFlags #NewCanaan #EpiscopalChurch  

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

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.

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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?

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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!

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