http://ctrfw.org en © http://ctrfw.org Christ the Redeemer Anglican Church Fort Worth Christ the Redeemer Anglican Church Fort Worth admin@ctrfw.org admin@ctrfw.org Scripture-based sermons given at Christ the Redeemer Anglican Church in Fort Worth, Texas. For more information visit ctrfw.org Scripture-based sermons given at Christ the Redeemer Anglican Church in Fort Worth, Texas. For more information visit ctrfw.org Scripture-based sermons given at Christ the Redeemer Anglican Church in Fort Worth, Texas. For more information visit ctrfw.org https://clovermedia.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/store/fa/fa2d2170-839f-4007-8033-2211b363f0a2/thumbnails/mobile/e951bf57-ce7e-4255-8f83-f4ea5367b95f.jpg http://ctrfw.org no Anglican, scripture, Christian, sermon, church, preach, preacher, Anglican Communion, Chris Culpepper, Mark Polley, Charles Humphrey Fr. Chris Culpepper In the parable of the 10 virgins, the wise virgins refuse to share their oil with the foolish virgins who have no oil. That doesn’t sound very Christian, does it? Listen in as Fr. Chris explains the deeper meaning of the parable. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35225405 Sun, 08 Nov 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper In a life that can often be complicated and complex, isn’t it nice to know that God has created a place, a path, and a plan for us because He loves us? Listen in as Fr. Chris explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35224341 Sun, 01 Nov 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper In a life that can often be complicated and complex, isn’t it nice to know that God has created a place, a path, and a plan for us because He loves us? Listen in as Fr. Chris explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35224395 Sun, 01 Nov 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:13:44 Fr. Charles Humphrey The Pharisees asked Jesus some of the most profound questions a mortal could ask. The problem though was that they did not stick around for the answer. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35217604 Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey The Pharisees asked Jesus some of the most profound questions a mortal could ask. The problem though was that they did not stick around for the answer. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35217605 Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:14:15 Fr. Chris Culpepper Every October is stewardship season at CTR. Yes, stewardship involves money. But stewardship is also about so much more. Listen in as Fr. Chris explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35216003 Sun, 18 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey It was Youth Sunday, so the first part is a message to the children. The parable of the wedding feast offers a similar picture to the parable of the tenants. But there is one major difference between the two. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35213732 Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles The parable of the wedding feast offers a similar picture to the parable of the tenants. But there is one major difference between the two. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35213938 Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:13:51 Fr. Chris Culpepper Though this doesn’t sound like news that could possibly be good, these are the two options Jesus gives us. Listen in as Fr. Chris explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35212279 Sun, 04 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey The parable of the two sons holds a mirror before each of us and invites us to inspect ourselves. Join Fr. Charles as he explains http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35210454 Sun, 27 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:10:26 Fr. Charles Humphrey The parable of the two sons holds a mirror before each of us and invites us to inspect ourselves. Join Fr. Charles as he explains http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35210457 Sun, 27 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:10:30 Fr. Charles Humphrey The parable of the workers in the vineyard is a summary statement of many previous teachings. In that parable, Jesus describes a foundational reality for everyone that interacts with God. Join Father Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35209292 Sun, 20 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey The parable of the workers in the vineyard is a summary statement of many previous teachings. In that parable, Jesus describes a foundational reality for everyone that interacts with God. Join Father Charles as he explains http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35209290 Sun, 20 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:15:56 Fr. Chris Culpepper Our service this Sunday was an Instructed Eucharist one, therefore the sermon is very different and short. It was also Youth Sunday, so there is always a message for the children. This Sunday, Fr. Chris' message, based on The Parable of the Unforgiving Servant, is not only for the children but for everyone. Listen as he explains.. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35207463 Sun, 13 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey We've all been hurt by someone's words or actions or inactions. And when you're hurt, it's easy to respond in kind. But Jesus requires a different response of those who follow him. Join Fr. Charles as he explains http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35205783 Sun, 06 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles We've all been hurt by someone's words or actions or inactions. And when you're hurt, it's easy to respond in kind. But Jesus requires a different response of those who follow him. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. #ctrfw #Anglican #Anglicanchurch #PentecostSeason http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35205827 Sun, 06 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:18:11 Fr. Chris Culpepper Would you believe through death? Neither did Jesus’ disciples. Listen in as Fr. Chris explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35203905 Sun, 30 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper Would you believe through death? Neither did Jesus’ disciples. Listen in as Fr. Chris explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35204307 Sun, 30 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:11:39 Fr. Chris Culpepper When Jesus asks the disciples, “Who do you say that I am,” Peter says, “You are the Christ,” but then Jesus tells the disciples to tell no one that he is the Christ. What’s going on here? Listen in as Fr. Chris explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35202307 Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper When a Canaanite woman asks Jesus to help her daughter, at first she is met with silence, and what sounds like ridicule and rejection… by Jesus! But then, he heals the woman’s daughter. So, what’s going on here? Listen in as Fr. Chris explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35201258 Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper It was Youth Sunday, therefore, Fr. Chris begins with a message to the children, and then the congregation… Jesus walked on the water. Then, he invited Peter to walk on the water with him. Listen in as Fr. Chris explains how this powerful historical event applies to our life today. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35198054 Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper In a world that wonders whether or not God is there and, if He is, does He care. Fr. Chris offers biblical answers that Christians have used to offer assurance that God is there and He is indeed good! Listen in as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35196731 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey You have the potential to change the world. Listen to Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35195024 Sun, 26 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey The parable of the Sower was an indictment on the unready state of many and Israel. And at first, the parable of the weeds sounds like a mere retelling of last week’s Gospel, Matthew 13:24-30, 34-43. However, the Parable of the Weeds addresses a different concern altogether. Join Father Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35193401 Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey The Parable of the Sower is one of the most memorable parables in the Bible. But its background, setting, and implications may surprise you. Join Father Charles as he explains http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35191582 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Michael Cobillas Michael uses the Christ Pantocrator to illustrate in his sermon that Christ is both judge and savior; lion and lamb. Listen as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35190194 Sun, 05 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Rev. Ben Wheeler Today, as CTR celebrates another baptism, our guest preacher, The Rev. Ben Wheeler, explains how today’s gospel relates to the sacrament of baptism. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35187749 Sun, 28 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper What are you afraid of? Death? Your secret sins that you don’t want to tell anyone about? Something else? Listen in as Fr. Chris explains how Jesus gives us the assurances that conquer our fears. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35185099 Sun, 21 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey It was Youth Sunday, therefore Fr. Charles begins with a children's message and then continues with a message for us all. Matthew, 9 and 10 offer a stark picture of Israel. The people are divided and leaderless and are desperate for direction. Jesus responds by sending his disciples into every town in village to proclaim good news. But their mission won't be easy. So Jesus gives instructions to them as well. Join Fr. Charles as he explains http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35183491 Sun, 14 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Michael Cobillas Michael Cobillas gave the sermon this Sunday. He is our Director of College and Young Adult ministries. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35180061 Sun, 31 May 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey John chapter 15 offers a picture of the Christian life that we far too easily forget. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35174741 Sun, 10 May 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper John 14:6 is perhaps the most controversial, confrontational, and yet comforting verse in the Bible. Listen in as Fr. Chris explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35172586 Sun, 03 May 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey The teaching on the Good Shepherd offers us a glimpse into the heart of God, and we see that the Shepherd has big plans for the sheep. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35170675 Sun, 26 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey Christians, who have doubts or are discouraged, can feel ashamed and try to hide their feelings. But the truth is, Jesus wants you to bring your doubts and discouragements to him. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35168551 Sun, 19 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper We all feel the pain of death. We all face our own death. We all want to believe that life goes on after death. The good news is God wants us to believe that, too, and he makes it happen through the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Listen in as Fr. Chris explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35165535 Sun, 05 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey Death is Humanity’s most hated enemy. But the Christian approach to death is both paradoxical and beautiful. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35161496 Sun, 22 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper In John, Chapter 9, Jesus heals a man born blind. But, more is going on than meets the eye. Listen in as Fr. Chris explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35159565 Sun, 15 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey The usual definition of temptation is an intense inward desire to do that which we know to be wrong. But Jesus breaks this definition because he had no such inward desire and yet the Church holds that he was still tempted. Join Fr. Charles and he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35153501 Sun, 22 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey The Transfiguration of Jesus is a multi-layered event. Join Fr. Charles as he unpacks the Transfiguration’s connection to the season of Lent. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35151520 Sun, 15 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Christopher Culpepper In this sermon, Fr. Chris articulates four of the fundamental principles concerning Christ and Christianity. Listen in as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35149314 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper Blessed is a word that gets thrown around a lot these days. But, the Bible has something very specific in mind when the word blessed is used. Listen in as Fr. Chris explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35147508 Sun, 01 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper When Jesus asked some on-lookers, “What do you seek,” he opened the door for us to come and see. Listen in as Fr. Chris explains. Gospel: John 1:29-42 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35140913 Sun, 18 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey Our Gospel reading in Mathew, chapter 2, begins the story of Christ's birth by simply saying he was born in Bethlehem and then dives right into the story of the wise men. Why does Mathew tell Jesus' birth narrative in this way? Listen to Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34986061 Tue, 06 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey The story of Jesus being left behind after the Passover celebration is an odd addition to the Gospel (Luke 2:41-52) story. Join Fr. Charles as he explains its vital role. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35136214 Sun, 04 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper How many babies’ birthdays have been celebrated by billions of people for 2000 years? How many babies’ birthdays have literally caused the world to change how it tells time? And how could a baby… answer all of the questions… that really matter? Listen in as Fr. Chris explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35132836 Thu, 25 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey The story of Mary and Joseph shows us a raw picture of human emotion. But which shines through the story most is the quality of character seen in them. Is that quality only for them or does the Christian life hold more than we first suspected? Join Fr. Charles as he explains http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35132287 Sun, 21 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey First part is the children's message, then the congregation's... The story of John the Baptist, languishing in jail, gives an interesting picture when he asks the question, “are you the one to come or should we wait for another?“ Join Fr. Charles as he explains http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35130146 Sun, 14 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper The word repent is not a popular word and it is not a word you hear very often these days. But it exists for a very good reason. Listen in as Father Chris explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35128078 Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:18:34 Michael Cobillas Matthew 24:29-44. Join Michael Cobillas as he explains this text and its relation to the first Sunday of Advent. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35126290 Sun, 30 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper On either side of Jesus, two criminals also hung on a cross. These two criminals spoke to Jesus and they are still speaking to us today. Listen in as Father Chris explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35124704 Sun, 23 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Bishop Ryan Reed Bishop Reed made his annual visit to CTR on Sunday. His message was first addressing our people who were being confirmed. Confirmation (a liturgical expression of the Anglican Church) is a public and personal profession of the Faith grounded in scripture. His sermon is based on the Gospel reading, Luke 21: 5- 19, Jesus foretelling the destruction of the temple. For the Jews, that would be the end of the world as they knew it, and it would have been difficult for them to imagine that at the time. Listen as Bishop Reed explains that we live in a world in which things are not always as they seem and what our response should be to that. #ctrfw http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35122585 Sun, 16 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey The question asked by the Sadducees in Luke chapter 20 gives us a glimpse into a future that few understand. First part is the children's message, then the congregation's... Join Fr. Charles as he explains http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35120324 Sun, 09 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper How do we know whether we’re on the right path? Doing the right things? Listen in as Fr. Chris tells a very personal story about his own spiritual journey and how God guided him - and wants to guide all of us - along the way. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35117990 Sun, 02 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey For 2000 years, the church has always had people that fill the shoes of Paul and Timothy. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35116099 Sun, 26 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper Among the many reasons Paul writes a second letter to his disciple, Timothy, the main one is to remind him - and us - that everything is pointed to the purpose of salvation through faith in Christ Jesus. Listen in as Fr. Chris explains. II Timothy 3:14-4:5 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35113848 Sun, 19 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey Second Timothy is a book that recounts exactly what it looks like to entrust the gospel to a faithful person. Join Fr. Charles as he explains an application for the church today. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35112074 Sun, 12 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper The Apostle Paul sat in a prison cell in Rome, while Rome burned and Christians were killed, knowing he was going to die. What could he possibly do now that would be of any help? He did what he could. Just like we can. Listen in as Fr. Chris explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35110052 Sun, 05 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey The story of the Rich Man and Lazarus is a story focused not on Heaven and Hell, but on how easy it is to miss the goodness that's right in front of you. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35107769 Sun, 28 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Bob Gresser Fr. Bob's sermon is based on the entire chapter 9 of Matthew’s Gospel. Listen as he gives a theological overview of the chapter, which will ultimately lead to the call for Matthew and us. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35105604 Sun, 21 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey The cross of Christ is the quintessential example of a light shining on the darkness. However, the cross that Christ calls us to bear is no different. Join Father Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35103303 Sun, 14 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper Fr. Chris’ sermon on Sunday was an instructive sermon. In his sermon, he explains the Gospel and Epistle sides; and how we can approach and study the gospel readings. This Sunday's Gospel reading was Luke 14:25-33. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35100701 Sun, 07 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey The parable of the wedding feast is not just a parable about social politeness or appropriate manners. It is a strong rebuke and reminder that the Church needs to remember. Join Fr. Charles as he explains http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35098168 Sun, 31 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey Saint Bartholomew was a man willing to endure great hardship for the gospel and because of this, he is a hero of the faith. But, as the Gospels show us, Saint Bartholomew was not always courageous in the face of adversity. But the hope of the gospel is that the change we see in this great man of faith, can take place in you as well. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35096015 Mon, 25 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Michael Cobillas In our Gospel text, Luke 12:49-56, Jesus says he has come to cast fire on the earth and he has a baptism to be baptized with. What does he mean? Where is the Good News in this passage? Listen to Michael as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35093577 Sun, 17 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper Fr. Chris first begins with a children's message and then follows with a message for all of us. In a world that sells us fear, God tells us to fear not. Instead, He invites us to faith by displaying his goodness and generosity through us. Listen in as Fr. Chris explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35091146 Sun, 10 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper Jesus warns us against all kinds of coveting. Then, he tells us that life is not found in the abundance of possessions. So, where do we find life? Listen in as Fr. Chris explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35088543 Sun, 03 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey In our Gospel text, Luke 11:1-13, the disciples ask Jesus to teach them how to pray. This may seem like a simple normal thing to do in the life of the Jew. But Jesus teaches them in a way that gives them, and us, more than they or we could imagine by simply beginning with 'Our Father'. Listen to Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35086231 Sun, 27 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper Luke 10:38-42 The story of Mary and Martha is sometimes seen as an example of two ways in which we live: actively and/or contemplatively. But to read it this way misses the fundamental point of the story. The story actually affirms one way of living, while warning against another. Listen in as Fr. Chris explores the biblical roots of and divine remedy for anxiety. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35083637 Sun, 20 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey The parable of the Good Samaritan is most often described as a moral tale used by Jesus to teach selflessness and charity. But is there more going on than meets the eye? Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35080965 Sun, 13 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey The people of Israel rightly saw that Jesus was comparable to the prophets of old. But many failed to say more. In response, Jesus asked His disciples, "Who do you say that I am?' Jesus wanted to know if His disciples agreed with the people of Israel or if there was more to say about Jesus. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35072912 Sun, 22 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper In a world where trying to understand God and religion can be frustrating and confusing, Fr. Chris explains how we can understand God better when we see what He has done. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35069242 Sun, 15 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper According to Jesus, the unity of the Church is essential to the mission of the Church. And here’s the thing. There was a time when the Church was unified. And here’s the other thing. It can be - and must be - again. Listen in as Fr. Chris invites us to consider the Church of 1053. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35062972 Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey Following the commandments of Jesus is such a lofty goal that it seems impossible. Why then does Jesus say that if we "love him we will keep his Commandments?" Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35060571 Sun, 25 May 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper It’s no secret that our greatest need it to be loved and to love. At the same time, there is a great deal of confusion about love. Listen as Fr. Chris talks about the true nature of love. How we can receive it. Give it. And live it. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35056018 Sun, 18 May 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey In calling himself the God Shepherd, Jesus said that he would lay down his life for his sheep. However, in that picture, Jesus makes an astounding claim of love and provision that's so beautiful, it's hard to believe. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35053626 Sun, 11 May 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Stuart Smith Fr. Stuart's sermon is based on this week's Gospel from John 21: 1-19. It is a familiar story and full of a reminders of past events - one being Peter's denial of Jesus three times over a charcoal fire. Listen to Fr. Stuart as he explains how Peter's restoration to Jesus is the same restoration open to all of us,. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35049656 Sun, 04 May 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper Lots of people talk about changing the world. One man actually did it. His name is Jesus. Listen in as Fr. Chris explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35043887 Sun, 20 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey In today's Gospel: Jesus has faced Annas and Caiaphas. Peter has denied knowing Jesus three times. Jesus was questioned by Pilate. The Jews said, “We have no king but Caesar.” And nowJesus has been crucified. So how could his day be good? Listen to Fr. Charles as explains why . http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35041048 Fri, 18 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper Listen to Fr. Chris and he explains the importance of remembering the Passover meal not only for Jews, but for Christians as well. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35040636 Thu, 17 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Canon Joel Hampton We all do things that are displeasing to God. But that’s nothing new. It has been going on for all of human history. Listen in as Canon Joel Hampton explains God’s plan to save us from ourselves and our sin. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35035248 Sun, 06 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Michael Cobillas It would first appear, that our gospel reading is about the relationship of two sons and their father. Join Michael as he explains that this story is really what God ultimately wants for you. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35031763 Sun, 30 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey When Jesus says that he is the "narrow door", is this a statement that's unnecessarily restrictive or arbitrary? Join Fr. Charles as he explains why Christ being the narrow door is a cornerstone of the gospel itself. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35029103 Sun, 23 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey The parable of the fig tree offers an insightful picture into an unfruitful Israel. Join Fr. Charles as he explains the connection to the church. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35024122 Sun, 16 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey The temptation of Jesus in the wilderness gives an insight into the nature of temptation itself. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35019175 Sun, 09 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper Some people say that to be a Christian you have to check your brain at the door, but actually, it’s the opposite. Listen in as Fr. Chris explains how Christianity engages both the head and the heart. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35012169 Sun, 23 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey The beatitudes stand in stark contrast to the wisdom of the world. Join Fr. Charles as he explains why that is to the churches advantage. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35008829 Sun, 16 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey When Jesus calls his first disciples, we get an interesting glimpse into something fundamental about humanity. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35005326 Sun, 09 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Michael Cobillas What kind of love does God have for us? Listen to Michael explain using our Old Testament reading from Sunday, Jeremiah 1:4-10. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=35001207 Sun, 02 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper We all experience pain and none of us has the ability to deal with it on our own. Listen in as Fr. Chris talks about Jesus and the problem of pain. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34997151 Sun, 26 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey The wedding at Cana is known as the place where Jesus began his public ministry by turning water into wine. But you may not know just how beautiful and profound this moment was. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34993475 Sun, 19 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey The baptism of Jesus is an essential event in the life of Jesus and the story of the Gospel. But did you know that the baptism of Jesus is also a crucial event in your life? Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34989044 Sun, 12 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper There are at least two people in Scripture, Simeon and Anna, who began following Jesus, yet he never even spoke a word to them. Listen in as Fr. Chris explains this compelling event while considering what it might have to say about you and your faith. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34986090 Sun, 05 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Michael Cobillas It is the first Sunday of the Christmas Season. Listen to Michael as he explains the Christmas Story in this Sunday's Gospel reading, John 1: 1-18. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34985206 Sun, 29 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper How do we make sense of Christmas? Is it all about presents and candy canes? Or, is something else happening. To know, we have to go to the manger and see for ourselves. Listen in as Fr. Chris explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34980637 Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey Trusting God is something that Mary did exceedingly well, and her faith is an example to us all. However, many of Mary's qualities can be lived out by us as well. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34980198 Sun, 22 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper What would you do if the preacher called you a brood of vipers? Get mad? Walk away? Listen in as Fr. Chris explains how the hard words of John the Baptizer are meant to heal us, not hurt us. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34975921 Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey The Gospel of Luke shows John the Baptist urging the people of Israel to prepare themselves for the coming of the Messiah. Join Fr. Charles as he explains what the message of John was to Israel and why it matters for the church today. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34972401 Sun, 08 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey Luke chapter 21 is full of troubling imagery and warnings of a coming destruction. And yet, this troubling chapter is the Gospel reading for the first Sunday of Advent. Join Fr. Charles as he explains why. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34968346 Sun, 01 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper This year, we will be studying the ACNA Catechism, which is entitled To Be A Christian. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34967116 Sun, 01 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper People struggle with the judgment of God. On one hand, they ask how a loving God could send someone to Hell. On the other hand, they know something is wrong with the world and they want it made right. Listen in as Fr. Chris helps us understand how God’s judgment really works. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34965961 Sun, 24 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper This year, we will be studying the ACNA Catechism, which is entitled To Be A Christian. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34963190 Sun, 24 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Bishop Ryan Reed We were privileged to have Bishop Reed with us this Sunday. His sermon uses all three of our readings this Sunday, for they each have a common theme. Listen as he explains that even though it may seem bleak at times, we should have confidence that Jesus brings Good News. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34960677 Sun, 17 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey The story of the widow’s mite shows us that there is a close connection between the work of our hands and the posture of our heart. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34957447 Sun, 10 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper This year, we will be studying the ACNA Catechism, which is entitled To Be A Christian. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34956326 Sun, 10 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper Feeling lost? Confused? Trapped? Wandering? And wondering what to do? Listen in as Fr. Chris discusses how God, our Heavenly Father, calls us home through Jesus Christ. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34952904 Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper This year, we will be studying the ACNA Catechism, which is entitled To Be A Christian. The purposes for studying the Catechism are manifold as you will discover in the coming weeks. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34952569 Sun, 03 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey Mark chapter 10 is an important part of the gospel story where Jesus, mere days before his crucifixion, attempts to teach his disciples a critical lesson. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34948433 Mon, 28 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper This year, we will be studying the ACNA Catechism, which is entitled To Be A Christian. The purposes for studying the Catechism are manifold as you will discover in the coming weeks. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34947699 Sun, 27 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper What comes to mind when you think about the crucifixion of Jesus Christ? C.S. Lewis says that if Christianity is not true, then it’s of no value. But, if it is true, then it is infinitely important. Listen in as Fr. Chris explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34945222 Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey It was Youth Sunday, therefore the beginning of his sermon begins with a message to the chiildren followed by a messgae for us all. The rich young ruler was a man of many talents and capabilities. But he was a man who seemed more impressed by what he had done than what Jesus offered. Join father Charles as he explains the connection with us today. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34940617 Sun, 13 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper This year, we will be studying the ACNA Catechism, which is entitled To Be A Christian. The purposes for studying the Catechism are manifold as you will discover in the coming weeks. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34940611 Sun, 13 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper These are incredibly important, very sensitive and, unfortunately, sometimes painful topics. Listen in as Fr. Chris explores them from a biblical point of view. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34937374 Sun, 06 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper This year, we will be studying the ACNA Catechism, which is entitled To Be A Christian. The purposes for studying the Catechism are manifold as you will discover in the coming weeks. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34937335 Sun, 06 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Michael Cobillas We are designed to follow someone or something. The question is, are we following men, women or spiritual beings that point us to Christ? Listen to Michael as he explains the 3 specific works of Angels in the Bible that can not only help us to follow Jesus but to help others to follow as well. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34933451 Sun, 29 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper In a world that so often devalues and dismisses children, Fr. Chris explores what Jesus thinks about children and how the Christian community can embrace children like Jesus does. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34929663 Mon, 23 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper This year, we will be studying the ACNA Catechism, which is entitled To Be A Christian. The purposes for studying the Catechism are manifold as you will discover in the coming weeks. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34928585 Sun, 22 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey Mark chapter 9, perhaps clearer than any other chapter in the Bible, presents a character who perfectly expresses what many of us feel. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34923912 Mon, 16 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper This year, we will be studying the ACNA Catechism, which is entitled To Be A Christian. The purposes for studying the Catechism are manifold as you will discover in the coming weeks. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34923400 Sun, 15 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper This year, we will be studying the ACNA Catechism, which is entitled To Be A Christian. The purposes for studying the Catechism are manifold, too many to list here. We will talk about those purposes more when class begins. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34922407 Sun, 08 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper When we do something wrong, we’re all really good at trying to hide by blaming someone else. Listen in as Fr. Chris explains what’s behind this dynamic and how God views it. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34914923 Sun, 01 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper At the end of John, Chapter 6, many of Jesus’ disciples “turned away and no longer followed him” because they said his teaching was too hard. Yet, not all of his disciples walked away from him. Some of his disciples continued to follow him. What made the difference? Listen in as Fr. Chris explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34910587 Sun, 25 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Michael Cobillas Our Gospel reading continues in John chapter 6, 53-59. The people are looking for bread and physical signs. Jesus has given them all those things, but they still fail to see that he is offering them so much more. Listen to Michael as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34905418 Sun, 18 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles It was Youth Sunday, therefore the first part of Fr. Charles' sermon is to the children. In John chapter 6, Jesus offers the people true food and true drink only for them to ask for a sign. Join Fr. Charles as he explains why this is a problem. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34900122 Sun, 11 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles The miracles of Jesus were, in many cases, signs. Their purpose was to point past themselves and to the person of Jesus. However, many in Israel focused only on what Jesus produced instead of seeing who He was. Join Fr. Charles, as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34895526 Sun, 04 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Michael Cobillas Michael, our Director of Young Adult and College Ministries, in his sermon on Sunday, goes through the beginning of Mark’s Gospel to our reading Mark 6:45-52. Highlighting the people who encounter Jesus and their perception of who he is, Michael explains what a harden heart looks like and how we can overcome our own. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34892451 Sun, 28 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles The feeding of the 5000 teaches us several lessons. One of the most pivotal is that, on our own, we do not possess the means to do what Jesus is asking. But as it turns out, he doesn't need us to. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34887534 Sun, 21 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Due to some technical difficulties, the last 10 minutes of Fr. Charles' sermon was recorded. In our Gospel reading, Mark 6: 7-13, Jesus is sending out the 12 to do the work they have seen Jesus doing - healing the sick, calling for repentance, proclaiming the Good News... Listen to Fr. Charles as he explains the advice that Jesus gave to them, is the same advice he gives to us today. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34883854 Sun, 14 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles The rejection of Jesus by his hometown, in Mark 6:1-6, is one of the most tragic portions of scripture. Join Fr. Charles as he explains why. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34879237 Sun, 07 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Mark chapter 5 contains three very different stories that share very little in common. As a matter of fact, they only share one thing in common at all. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34873688 Sun, 30 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper Often in life we are entering a storm, exiting a storm, or in the middle of a storm. But where is God in the storm? Listen in as Fr. Chris talks about it. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34868188 Sun, 23 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper The 4th chapter of Mark’s Gospel contains 3 parables that look back to explain what Jesus has been doing in ministry up to that point and look ahead to what the disciples will do in ministry. Listen in as Fr. Chris explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34864501 Sun, 16 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey The unforgivable sin often conjures in people’s minds a particular sin that is so egregious and terrible that God refuses to forgive it. But is that really what the unforgivable sin is? Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34860144 Sun, 09 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Michael Cobillas Sabbath simply means, day of rest. Listen to Michael as he explains why the sabbath was made for us and why it is important for us to take time to rest. Michael is our Director of College and Young Adult Ministries. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34855570 Sun, 02 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey Beginning in Advent to our present day, listen to Fr. Charles as he explains that the Holy Trinity was, is and will always be present in the story of the Gospel. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34850076 Sun, 26 May 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Rev. Ben Wheeler We were blessed to have the Rev. Ben Wheeler, from the church plant - Redeemer Presbyterian Church in Tyler, Texas, as our preacher this Sunday. His message is based on the apostle Philip in John 14 beginning at the 8th verse. Philip still doesn’t get it after being with Jesus for 3 years. Listen to Rev. Ben as he explains possible reasons for this, as well his own personal story filled with grief but also God’s glory. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34845322 Sun, 19 May 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:11:09 Fr. Charles Humphrey If you’ve ever wondered what a conversation between Jesus and his father might sound like, look no further than John chapter 17. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34839900 Sun, 12 May 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper God wants us to experience joy. But joy can seem difficult to find in a world filled with pain. Listen in as Fr. Chris talks about how we find joy in Jesus. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34835342 Sun, 05 May 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey Often times Christians think of their spiritual life, as an exhausting journey of moralism wherein they inevitably fail. However, the Christian life described by Jesus, doesn’t seem to be that at all. Jesus actually makes the opposite argument. Jesus says that the love of God in your heart is the necessary precondition for keeping his commandments. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34828819 Sun, 28 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper We all live our lives based on what we do - or don’t - believe about God and religion. And as Jesus makes the startling declaration that there will be One Shepherd and One Flock, listen in as Fr. Chris explains the very real and practical implications of Jesus’ statements. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34823738 Sun, 21 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey If I were to ask you to describe your perfect vacation and then to describe heaven, which one would sound more appealing? Christians often have a hard time imagining the quality of the resurrected life. Join Fr. Charles as he gives a more robust picture of what awaits us. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34819721 Sun, 14 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey By following Jesus, the disciples had made enemies with practically every prominent person in Israel. But with the death of Jesus, they were left defenseless. But with his resurrection, they faced another problem. And it’s a problem we rarely consider. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34815008 Sun, 07 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper Three women, Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome, were there at Jesus’ crucifixion. They were there when his dead body was placed in the tomb. They had ever reason to believe his body would be there when they brought spices with them to anoint his body on the third day. What they found instead was a young man sitting on the right side, dressed in a white robe. Listen to Fr. Chris as he describes how a young man’s faith is based on those three days and how those three days changed everything. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34809332 Sun, 31 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper Crucifixion was a painful and very public punishment. So why was this Jesus' punishment? Listen to Fr. Chris as he explains what it meant to be crucified; why this was God's plan; and why we call this day, Good. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34808448 Fri, 29 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Stuart Smith Fr. Stuart's sermon is based on the second half of our Palm Sunday service - the Passion, Mark 14:32-15:47. Listen to Fr. Stuart as he explains the Passion's scriptural verses and invites us to experience Jesus' final journey to the Cross. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34804634 Sun, 24 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Humphrey In John, chapter 12, Jesus uses the imagery of a seed being planted in the ground. Join Fr. Charles, as he explores why Jesus chose this image, and what it means for us. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34802296 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles We live in a world full of signs. But it is easy to mistake a sign for that which it points out. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34797691 Sun, 10 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Once upon a time, God made his home in a temple built by human hands. But now, God makes his home in your heart. Listen in as Fr. Chris not only explains why and how this significant change took place, but what it means for our lives today. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34793688 Sun, 03 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Human wisdom and logical, thinking have many advantages. However, there are things in this world that transcend our wisdom and understanding. Some things can only be understood from God’s perspective. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34785549 Sun, 25 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris There are lots of mixed messages in the world today, which can leave us feeling lost and alone in the wilderness of life. But, the truth is we are not alone in the wilderness. Jesus is in the wilderness with us. Listen in as Fr. Chris explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34781324 Sun, 18 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Christ charged his church to carry out the Great Commission. But how can we possibly accomplish such a lofty goal? Join Fr. Charles as he connects the lessons of the transfiguration with accomplishing all Christ has commanded. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34777073 Mon, 12 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Christ has charged his church to enter the world and cast out evil. Many of our greatest heroes have sacrificed their lives and endured much pain and suffering, carrying out the charge of our Lord. But what about the Christian who doesn't lose everything by following Jesus? What about Christians who love the Lord wholeheartedly but never become martyrs? Can a Christian live a quiet, pious life and still carry out the charge of Jesus? Join Fr. Charles as he shares his perspective. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34766390 Sun, 28 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris When we’re tempted to think that God only uses pristine people to accomplish his purposes, look again. God uses very ordinary, even broken people to accomplish extraordinary and beautiful things. Listen in as Fr. Chris talks about what the community of disciples really looks like. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34762336 Mon, 22 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles "Calling" is an essential Biblical idea and is often discussed among Christians. But many Christians have defined "calling" much too narrowly. Because "calling" is more than the profession God has given you. Join Fr. Charles as he explains why. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34757884 Sun, 14 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Listen in as Fr. Chris begins a sermon series on discipleship that he and Fr. Charles will preach through the Season of Epiphany. Today’s message shows how the baptism of Jesus is a critical part of his - and our - disciple-making ministry. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34753011 Mon, 08 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles The depth and beauty of the Incarnation are explored by Father Charles. Join in as he unpacks some foundational insights. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34748506 Sun, 31 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles In Fr. Charles' sermon, this last Sunday of Advent, he contrasts the response to the Angel Gabriel's visit to Zechariah and Mary. Listen as he explains that even though both are given similar news, each will hesitate in accepting it but for different reasons. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34744262 Sun, 24 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris What Child Is This? All of us are born. But, only one birth has changed how we count time and challenged us to ponder the paradox of how God became human. Listen in as Fr. Chris talks about the miracle and the mystery of Jesus’ birth. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34745074 Sun, 24 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles On the third Sunday in Advent, also known as Gaudete Sunday, we traditionally have our 'Advent Lessons and Carols' service. In Fr. Charles' sermon, he explains the meaning behind the candles we light during the Advent season. "Gaudete in Domino semper" ... "Rejoice in the Lord always." http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34741710 Sun, 17 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris In a world filled with suffering and pain, we are all looking, even longing for something. That something… is joy. Listen in as Fr. Chris talks about the source of our joy, who is Jesus, and how we can attain to joy. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34741236 Sun, 17 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles When seen in light of the Old Testament, the beginning of the New Testament offers a radical picture of what it means for you when the king comes to town. Listen to Fr. Charles as he explains how. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34736046 Sun, 10 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Sam Makarios This Sunday we had the pleasure of having Sam Makarios join us for Sunday worship. He preached a very timely sermon on the first Sunday of Advent. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34730737 Sun, 03 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Who are the least of these? The poor, the homeless, and perhaps even you. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34725961 Sun, 26 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris If you’re afraid of God, could it be that you misunderstand God? Listen in as Fr. Chris explains how we can know and trust that God is good. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34719975 Sun, 19 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Bishop Ryan Reed In Bishop Reed’s sermon he reminds us that Christ will return one day and we need to be prepared for that day, just like the 10 virgins were to be prepared for the bridegroom in our Gospel reading. But how do we do that? Listen as Bishop Reed, first, gives a message to our children and then to all of us, practical ways in which we can prepare for the return of Christ. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34714304 Sun, 12 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles When Jesus preaches the Sermon on the Mount, He begins with the Beatitudes. These 12 verses radically depart from what the world considers "Good News." Join Fr. Charles as he explains why. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34710324 Sun, 05 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris It seems a little bit unnatural - doesn’t it - that God would have to command us to love? Listen in as Fr. Chris explains the relationship between commandments and love. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34704179 Sun, 29 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris One of the most well-known verses in Scripture is where Jesus says, “Render unto Caesar the things that are Caesar’s and render unto God the things that are God’s.” What isn’t Jesus saying? What is Jesus saying? And how, then, shall we live? Listen in as Fr. Chris explores these ideas. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34699898 Sun, 22 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles The parable of the wedding feast offers an interesting insight into humanities disposition to displace God’s vision with our own. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34694260 Sun, 15 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles On the surface, the parable of the tenants seems to be a fairly calm and average story. But underneath the surface, is a story that shifts the entire history of Israel and the world. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34688992 Sun, 08 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Just like being a member of our earthly families comes with certain expectations and characteristics, so it is with belonging to God’s family. Listen in as Fr. Chris explores the basic elements of belonging to God’s family. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34683360 Sun, 01 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles The parable of the master and the vineyard is a master class of storytelling. In Matthew chapter 20, Jesus sums up three chapters of difficult teaching with an easy-to-understand story. Join Fr. Charles as he explores this beautiful teaching of our Lord. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34675627 Sun, 24 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris It’s hard to be hurt by someone once, let alone multiple times. And what about when we hurt someone? Listen in as Fr. Chris explores what God thinks about forgiveness and what forgiveness looks like in our lives. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34667961 Sun, 17 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris One minute, Jesus gives Peter the keys to the Kingdom of God. The next minute, Jesus calls Peter Satan. What’s going on? Listen in as Fr. Chris talks about the power and purpose of the Cross. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34652534 Sun, 03 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles The story of the Canaanite woman demonstrates a crucial teaching of Jesus. The Commandments of God supersedes the traditions of men. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34639809 Sun, 20 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Jesus walked on the water. And, Jesus called Peter to walk on the water. But, is Jesus just performing a miracle, for the sake of a miracle? Or, does he have a greater purpose in mind that meets our spiritual needs? Listen in as Fr. Chris discusses this lesson from Scripture. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34632004 Sun, 13 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles The feeding of the 5000 is a story that is so familiar, that one can miss some important details. Join father Charles as he uncovers some of the lesser known aspects of a well-known story. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34624223 Sun, 06 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Matthew chapter 13 ends with a string of five parables. The parables of the mustard seed, the leaven, the treasure in the field, the pearl of great value, and the parable of the net are the concluding parts of the story that start with the parable of the sower. Join Father Charles as he pieces together the narrative of Matthew chapter 13. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34614479 Sun, 30 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles In the 1st century, Israel was broiling with political and religious turbulence. Those who looked for the Messiah believed that when the Messiah arrived, he would judge the evil in the land. Yet, many failed to see that their hearts were unready for the judgment they hoped God would bring. Join Father Charles as he connects the Parable of the Sower and the Parable of the Weeds. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34605088 Sun, 23 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Jesus tells a parable about a sower who sows seeds, but he’s not talking about farming. He’s preparing people for battle. Only, the fight will take place in an unexpected way. Listen in as Fr. Chris explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34597291 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Bob Gresser Fr. Bob’s sermon is based on Psalm 145. Listen as he explains how God’s love is the foundation of the Christian way of life. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34592894 Sun, 09 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Sometimes, Jesus says things that are difficult to hear. Perhaps he even found them difficult to have to say. Listen in as Fr. Chris explores why Jesus sometimes says things that are very hard but inportant for for us to hear. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34587616 Sun, 02 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Jesus tells his disciples that they are being sent into the world like sheep among wolves. Likewise, modern disciples of Jesus find the world to be just as treacherous. But Jesus promises his disciples that they have all the tools necessary in order to complete the task they’ve been given. Join Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34578140 Mon, 26 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Matthew chapter 10 offers one of the hardest saying Jesus ever uttered. Join Fr. Charles as he contextualizes this saying and uncover with him the meaning of this difficult passage. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34570663 Sun, 18 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris If you’ve ever been curious about what it really means to be a Christian, listen in as Fr. Chris explores the most basic elements of living a Christian life. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34564160 Sun, 11 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles The story of the Gospel is the story of Jesus. His birth, life, death, resurrection, ascension, and the sending of the Spirit, are all indelibly tied to Christ. But Jesus never does or says anything on his own because the three persons of the Trinity are never separated from one another. So how do we view the story of the Gospel as the story of the trinity? Join Father Charles as we discuss. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34558157 Sun, 04 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Two thousand years ago, the Holy Spirit descended on 120 followers of Jesus, establishing the Church, which has become the most powerful movement in human history. Listen in as Fr. Chris explores what happened at Pentecost and what it means for us today. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34551996 Sun, 28 May 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Immediately before his crucifixion, Jesus gives his disciples one last word of encouragement. Jesus thinks that the most important thing He could show his disciples, the thing that they should always remember, the thing that should give them the encouragement they need to make it through everything that was to come, was a glimpse into a conversation between Jesus and the Father. Join us as Father Charles shares from John 17, the “High Priestly Prayer” of Jesus. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34540254 Sun, 21 May 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris A look at the mental health problems we are facing in America - depression, anxiety, addiction, PTSD, and other things - reveals that there is an abject lack of joy in the world today. What is causing this lack of joy? What can be done? Listen in as Fr. Chris talks about finding joy in Jesus. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34534803 Sun, 14 May 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Chapter 14 is a chapter of sharp, distinctions and exclusive claims. In this chapter, Jesus claims to be the only way to the Father. Listen as Fr. Charles explains why this claim is every bit as exclusive as it sounds, while also being one of the most beautiful invitations imaginable. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34527689 Sun, 07 May 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris In the aftermath of Jesus rising from the dead, one of his followers - Stephen - was brutally murdered. How can this be? What does this teach us? Listen in as Fr. Chris explores the compelling witness of St. Stephen, deacon and martyr. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34522931 Sun, 30 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris If you’ve ever been curious about what it really means to be a Christian, listen in as Fr. Chris explores the most basic elements of living a Christian life. Sunday’s Gospel: Luke 24: 13-35 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34560689 Sun, 23 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Word is getting out that Jesus is alive but until the disciples see him, they don’t believe this to be true. Therefore, in our Gospel reading, John 20:19-31, we find them in a locked room afraid and then… Jesus himself stood among them, and said to them, “Peace to you!” Listen to Fr. Charles as he explains what happens when Jesus appears to the disciples, including Thomas, and to you. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34513686 Sun, 16 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Ezekiel 10 shows the presence of the lord departed the temple. This was a terrible day for Israel. But the lord would not stay gone forever. Join Father Charles as he describes both the departure and the return of the Lord http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34501582 Mon, 03 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris In a world where we often feel the very real pain of tragedy, especially death, we wonder whether or not God really cares, or if he is even there. If we don’t address these questions correctly, we are reduced to wishful thinking, or worse, substance abuse to numb the pain. Listen in as Fr. Chris teaches on the story of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead, revealing the how the person, the presence, the power, and the promises of God meets us in our suffering. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34495816 Sun, 26 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles John chapter 9 is a chapter full of imagery and symbolism. Central among the imagery is the usage of blindness and sight. Join Fr. Charles, as he explores this chapter and uncovers, the source of true blindness and the beauty of true sight. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34490246 Sun, 19 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper Shame is a heavy burden to bear. It can make you want to disappear. Sometimes, it can make you feel like you want to die. But, have you ever considered the possibility that shame is also a signal? Could it be that God uses shame to let us know what breaks his heart, so He can lead us back to his love? Listen in as Fr. Chris re-tells the story of the woman at the well and see how Jesus uses the woman’s shame to lead her to salvation. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34485390 Sun, 12 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Fr. Charles' sermon is based on our Gospel reading: John 3:1-16. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34480531 Sun, 05 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34473217 Sun, 26 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles This Sunday, February 19th, is the last Sunday in the season of Epiphany and the gospel reading centers on the Transfiguration of Christ. The placement of the transfiguration in this part of the church year, is not coincidental. Listen as Fr. Charles as he explains how. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34252057 Sun, 19 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Jesus commissioned his 12 apostles to preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth. What they began 2000 years ago has propelled Christianity into the largest religion in the world. Listen in as Fr. Chris explores the principles and practices that allows us to continue their work today. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34236787 Sun, 12 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles God called Israel to be distinct from the nations around them. He formed and shaped them into His people so that the light of his life could shine into a dark world. However, Israel failed to be distinct from the nations around them, and instead of shining the light of God into the world, they lived in darkness as well. Listen as Father Charles explains the summons issued by Christ for His people to be what he had always intended; To be as distinctive as salt and light. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34232998 Sun, 05 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Blessed is a word that gets used a lot these days. But, what does it really mean to be blessed? Jesus answers the question in his famous Sermon on the Mount. Listen in as Fr. Chris explores the biblical worldview of blessings and how you can know with certainty when it is that God is blessing you. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34223668 Sun, 29 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Defining discipleship is fairly simple. A disciple of Jesus is illustrated in Matthew chapter 4, as one who follows Jesus. The simplicity of being a disciple of Jesus is that you go where He is going. However, following Jesus, where he leads is also quite complex, because Jesus often goes into the darkest places in the world. Listen to Fr. Charles, as he sketches out these two complementary realities of being a disciple of Christ.. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34218100 Sun, 22 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Mark chapter 5 is an action-packed chapter. In this chapter, there are three very distinct and seemingly unrelated stories. However, as Father Charles points out in this week's sermon, these stories may seem unrelated but they share one common thread. Join us as we discover the beauty of this incredible chapter. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34213397 Sun, 15 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles The season of Epiphany isn’t as well known as the season of Christmas. However, the Christmas story is incomplete without Epiphany. Listen as Fr. Charles explains the importance of Epiphany and it’s indelible connection to the Christmas story. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34208207 Sun, 08 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Ever feel like you’re a long way off from God? Like the night is too dark? Like the obstacles are too big? In today’s gospel, we see a stark contrast between the way King Herod and the Wise Men respond to Jesus, which gives each of us an opportunity to look into our own hearts and examine them. Listen in as Fr. Chris explains how this ancient narrative speaks to our lives today. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34199124 Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris What could a cast of child-like, cartoon characters possibly teach us about Jesus? Listen in as Fr. Chris explores the ways in which Charles Schultz creatively communicates the true meaning of the Christmas story through Charlie Brown and his friends and applies it to our very real lives today. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34194858 Sat, 24 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris On this, the 4th Sunday of Advent, when both we look back to Christmas and remember Jesus’ birth and look forward to his coming again, when He will judge the living and the dead, we find in Mary and Joseph an example of how we Christians can be obedient to the Christian Faith in our day. Listen in as Fr. Chris tells the story. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34187381 Sun, 18 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris With his life on the line, and eternity at stake, John the Baptizer asks the question we all ask: Is Jesus the one to come, or should we look for another? Listen in as Fr. Chris explores how Jesus reminds and reassures us all of his unfailing love for us, even as we face our own times of trial. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34180997 Sun, 11 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles This is the time of year that we spent a great deal of time preparing for Christmas. Whether it decorating our homes, buying and wrapping presents, travelling or entertaining we all are preparing for something… the first and second coming of Jesus. Fr. Charles’ sermon is based on our Gospel reading, Matthew 3:1-12. In this reading, John, the Baptist, implores Israel, to prepare for the coming of the lord by repenting, and then to bear fruit in keeping with repentance. Listen to Fr. Charles as he explains that 2000 years later the message of the church is the same – for us to be the beacon of light in the darkness. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=34175963 Sun, 04 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles In Matthew’s Gospel, chapter 24 is filled with images of destruction and calamity. Are those images about the destruction of Jerusalem in the temple or an apocalyptic vision about the end of the world? Listen to Fr. Charles as he explains, it is both but out of this chapter there is hope for all Christians. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=33070888 Sun, 27 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Jesus tells us there will be wars and rumors of wars, tumults and famines. He declares that families will deliver other families up before the magistrates to be killed. And, he says the Temple in Jerusalem will be destroyed. How can that be Good News? Listen in as Fr. Chris explains how what sounds like bad news on the surface also signals good news in substance. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=32790188 Sun, 13 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles It’s the first Sunday of the month, and it is our tradition… Fr. Charles first gives a message to our children. Our Gospel reading is from Matthew 5:1-12. It is a familiar passage. It is sometimes referred to as the Sermon on the Mount or The Beatitudes. Beatitudes in Latin simply means ‘wonderful news’ but as we read the Gospel passage, it is sometimes difficult to understand how this can be in the world the Israelites lived in then, and the world we live in now. Listen to Fr. Charles as he explains how Jesus’ intention is to bestow blessings and hope upon the fallen world we live in. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=32781628 Sun, 06 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris What would cause someone to give half of everything he owns to the poor, or repay someone four times what they have taken from them? Who does that?! In this final sermon in our series on stewardship, Fr. Chris explores and examines the interaction between Jesus and Zacchaeus to explain what stewardship in action looks like in the life of Christians. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=32772932 Sun, 30 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris What does it mean to be justified before God? Listen in as Fr. Chris explains the answer in Jesus’ parable about the Pharisee and the Tax Collector. Fr. Chris’ sermon is now on our podcast channels – Apple, Google and Spotify. All links can be found on our website’s home page. Subscribe to one of the podcast channels and be notified when we post his sermon. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=32765704 Sun, 23 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Fr. Charles’ sermon is based on our Gospel reading from October 16th, Luke 18: 1-8, ‘The Parable of the Persistent Widow'. Jesus uses this parable to say that if a bad judge can give justice, then God will surely give you what you need. But in the last verse of our gospel text, Jesus asks a question that turns the whole parable on its head. And what is that question? What is the answer? Listen to Fr. Charles as he explains. #ctrfw http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=32762596 Sun, 16 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris All people are made in the image of God. Yet, we live in a world where so many experience the shame and embarrassment of being isolated, for different reasons. Listen in as Fr. Chris explores how Jesus’ healing of 10 lepers gives us insight into how we can love one another well. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=32750238 Sun, 09 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles It’s the 1st Sunday of the month, therefore Fr. Charles begins with a message to our children… It is also the first Sunday in October when we traditionally begin our Stewardship campaign. Being a Christian steward as Fr. Charles points out to the children and to us, means far more than what we traditionally think of in the church – money. Stewardship simply means by definition, ‘employed to manage another’s property’. So, what is the connection of stewardship to this Sunday’s Gospel? In our Gospel reading, Jesus commands the disciples to do something which is beyond their capabilities. And the disciples know they can’t do it on their own. Knowing this, Jesus supplies them with everything to do that which he asks. So, what about us? Listen to Fr. Charles as he explains what stewardship really means to us as Christians, and how we, like the disciples, are capable of doing what Jesus’ asks. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=32743747 Sun, 02 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris We are all fighting for something - an idea, an ideology, an ideal - a way of living that we want to see prevail on this earth, and especially in our lives. As Christians, we are fighting, too. The Apostle Paul tells his protege, Timothy, to “fight the good fight.” So, how? How are we, as Christians, to fight? The answer might surprise you. Listen in as Fr. Chris talks about how Christians are to fight the good fight to advance the Gospel of Jesus Christ. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=32735484 Sun, 25 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Our Sunday’s Gospel was from Luke 16:1-13. At first reading, it seems simple enough - rich man discovers his manager is being dishonest and fires him. But as Fr. Charles breaks down the parable, it is not so simple. This parable is not, as Fr. Charles points out, a parable that Jesus usually tells. Instead, Jesus uses this parable of the dishonest manager to illustrate how “sons of the world” pursue money and possessions. But Jesus contrasts that by describing how “sons of light” should use, money in order to pursue God. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=32727652 Sun, 18 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles It is the first Sunday of the month, therefore Fr. Charles begins with a message to our children. In our Gospel reading, Luke 14: 25-33, Jesus says that anyone who wishes to follow him must hate his mother, father, brothers and sisters, their spouse, and children and even their own lives. But how can Jesus command us to love our enemies and then to hate our families? Obviously, Jesus doesn’t intend for us to literally hate our families, but he does tell us that we must be willing to forsake everything if we are to follow him. Listen to Fr. Charles as he discusses the importance of preparing for the road that lies ahead of us. #ctrfw http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=32714153 Sun, 04 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Bob Gresser This Sunday, Fr. Bob Gresser gave our Sunday’s sermon based on Ecclesiasticus 10:7-18 and Proverbs 9. Listen to Fr. Bob as he answers the question: ‘How do we act with wisdom and avoid being foolish?’ Sometimes, it is hard to know the difference. #ctrfw http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=32709231 Sun, 28 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles A judgment is coming for Israel and many will not escape it. But the greater tragedy is that those who are not delivered from the coming judgment, were provided every opportunity to escape. And while this is a story about Israel, the same lesson can be applied to our world today. Every opportunity to escape the coming judgment, is being provided to you by Christ. Like Israel, will we continue in our stubborn barrenness, or will we flower and bloom, just as God has always intended? http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=31891021 Sun, 21 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Jesus says he gives us his peace, but he also says he came to cause division. How can this be? Listen in as Fr. Chris takes up an important topic - human sexuality - and connects it to these words of Jesus. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=31888599 Sun, 14 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris It’s probably fair to say that most people have an ongoing conversation in their heads about fear and faith. Yet, as we all want things to work out well, we also have to distinguish between faith and wishful thinking. Listen in as Fr. Chris builds on Jesus’ words, “Have no fear,” to talk about what a life of real faith truly looks like in our lives. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=31874111 Sun, 07 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris In a world that is fraught with both coveting and greed, Jesus addresses both sides of this cancerous coin in Luke, Chapter 12, verses 13-21, reminding us that one day we will die and we can’t take it with us when we go. But, there are some things that we can and will take with us when we go. Listen in as Fr. Chris talks about what they are and why they’re important. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=31713156 Sun, 31 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Fr. Charles begins by recapping key concepts in July 17th's sermon, based on Luke 10:25-42, to set the stage for a radical shift in how those in Jesus’ time viewed the Kingdom of God. Remember we asked the question: “Who’s in?”. So, what is the connection of God’s Kingdom to this week’s Gospel reading? Listen to Fr. Charles as he reminds us of all the Good News associated with those two words, “Our Father”. #ctrfw http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=31712623 Sun, 24 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles So, who can reside in the Kingdom of God? Who's in, who's out.... The answer may surprise you. In his sermon, Fr. Charles uses two Gospel readings in Luke chapter 10, to illustrate the urgency, seismic shifts in the expectations about the Kingdom of God; and the redrawing of long held cultural boundaries. What was so shocking about the Parable of the Good Samaritan or the story of Martha and Mary? Listen to Fr. Charles’ as he gives a deeper understanding of the cultural boundaries set in Jesus’ time and the boundaries set by God himself for His Kingdom. #ctrfw http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=31687187 Sun, 17 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles The word ‘sacrament’ can have a different meaning for you depending on your background - Episcopal, Baptist,, Methodist etc.. Listen to Fr. Charles as he explains a common understanding of what the sacrament is (no matter your background) based on John’s Gospel beginning in chapter 6, verse 35 and in 2 Samuel chapter 23:15-17. He gives historical and cultural context to illustrate what Jesus is saying when he tells the Jews, “Whoever feeds on my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life…” As Fr. Charles points out, this would be a hard concept for them, and for us to understand, until we look at the implications of the sacrament of Baptism and the Eucharist in our lives – in our past, present and future. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=31570032 Sun, 10 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Isn’t Christianity just a bunch of rules? Aren’t Christians just a bunch of hypocrites? Listen in as Fr. Chris dispels some of the common misperceptions about God and Christianity and opens us up to the truth and depth of his love. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=20339821 Sun, 22 May 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles In John chapter 13, Jesus issued a new commandment to his disciples; to love one another just as he has loved them. But how could these flawed disciples, love the same way God does? The answer is simple; God would place His love in the hearts of the disciples and in doing so, make them capable of loving others, just as God does. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=19203973 Sun, 15 May 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles The traumas of our past can be painful. So painful in fact that we may find ourselves crying out to God for relief. But the relief God wants to give us comes in the form of treating our problems, not just numbing the pain they cause. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=18285548 Sun, 01 May 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris On Palm Sunday, we hail Christ as King, then see him killed on a cross, just one week later. How did this happen? How did the same people who acclaimed him as king then call for his crucifixion? And, what is the message to us today? Listen in as Fr. Chris explores both the gruesomeness and glory of the Cross. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=18264636 Sun, 10 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles : In Luke 20, Jesus knows that his crucifixion is merely days away and that there is an active plot against him. He knows the Pharisees seek to kill him in an attempt to secure their positions of power. But Jesus warns them in the "parable of the evil tenants" killing him will do nothing to secure their power. Rather, killing him will be the final indictment on their guilt. So, what are we to do? Listen to Fr. Charles, as he explains Jesus’ warning to us all and the steps we can take to heed his warning. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=18256076 Sun, 03 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles In the parable of the Prodigal Son the younger brother is sensual and worldly and the older is self-centered and calloused. The sins they manifest are different but neither has the heart of their Father. Listen to Fr. Charles as he gives new insight and application to this well known parable. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=18249116 Tue, 29 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Based on our Gospel reading from Luke 13: 1-17, Fr. Charles puts the Parable of the Fig Tree in historical and applicable context. How is an unfruitful fig tree relevant to Israel and to us? Listen to Fr. Charles as he explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=18183264 Sun, 20 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris A man approaches Jesus and says, "Lord, will the saved be few?" In light of this, Fr. Chris takes up three issues: what salvation is not; what salvation is, and how we can know if we are among the saved. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=18179294 Sun, 13 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Bishop Ackerman Bishop Ackerman explains our Gospel reading first to our children and then to the rest of us. The Gospel reading can be rather confusing for the Spirit leads Jesus into the wilderness to be tested and we have to ask ourselves, “Why would the Spirit do this?” By recalling his own experiences at the very spot Jesus was tempted, Bishop Ackerman paints a picture of the wilderness and how we might face our own temptations this season of Lent. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=18103320 Sun, 06 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Dead people are talking to Jesus? Jesus’ own face is transfigured - what does that even mean? And, on this particular Sunday at CTR, some children got baptized. What do we make of all this? How to we put it together? Listen in as Fr. Chris talks about how we go from death to life. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=18095743 Sun, 27 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Forgiveness and freedom are at the very heart of the Gospel. How can we experience this in our lives? Listen in as Fr. Chris talks about what it means to experience the forgiveness of God in Christ Jesus and live that out in our lives. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=17997592 Sun, 20 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Kramer “There is lots of good news! God’s Kingdom is on the move.” Fr. Kramer, from Love for the Least, is one of our mission partners. He joined us this Sunday to celebrate the Eucharist with us and preach the Gospel. His message is based on our Sunday readings and his mission work. Listen to Fr. Kramer’s powerful message, as he tells us what impact His Kingdom has upon us. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=17889466 Sun, 13 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles If you continue walking with Christ, he will change you into his image and likeness. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=17843399 Sun, 06 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Bob Gresser In this week’s sermon, Fr. Gresser begins with a story from February 3, 1943. How does this story almost 80 years ago and the story from our Old Testament reading, Jeremiah 1:4-10, have to do with us today? Listen to Fr. Gresser as he uses these stories to illustrate that we all have been given a mission. What do you think God is calling you to do? Readings: Jeremiah 1:4–10 Psalm 71:11–20 I Corinthians 14:12–25 Luke 4:21–32 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=17598480 Sun, 30 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris What is 'freedom' exactly? We know that it is something people have desperately wanted from the very beginning. Listen to Fr. Chris as he explains what freedom is, and that there is only one path to find it. The Readings: Nehemiah 8:1–12 Psalm 113 I Corinthians 12:12–27 Luke 4:14–21 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=17598478 Sun, 23 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris What are those moments in your life that cause you to leap for joy, to shout, and to break out in song? Could one of those moments be celebrating that Jesus Christ has once come into the world and will come again? Listen in as Fr. Chris explores the source of our joy and the mission of the Church. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=14408572 Sun, 19 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Just as John called Israel to repentance, Christ still calls His church to do the same. Christians should be the first people willing to repent from their own sins. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=14397964 Sun, 12 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles The message of John the Baptist is prepare yourselves for the coming of the Lord. Repent and be baptized. As we wait on the same Lord's second coming, The message of the church today is no different. Repent and be baptized. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=14386608 Sun, 05 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Fr. Chris’ sermon is based on our Gospel reading, Luke 21:25-33. As Fr. Chris points out, Jesus’ words can be difficult to hear for those who don’t believe but can be of great encouragement to those who do. Advent is about preparing for His Coming, and as Fr. Chris explains, using his own experience in planting Christ the Redeemer, sometimes life can be difficult but with faith, we can have courage. Will you be ready to meet him when He Comes? http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=14379490 Sun, 28 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Bishop Ryan Reed It is always a pleasure to welcome Bishop Reed to Christ the Redeemer. Listen as he gives a powerful message on the importance of Christ the King Sunday – in our church calendar, as well as, in our lives. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=14370047 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Listen to Fr. Charles as he explains, first to our children and then to us, that the Beatitudes are a summons to live in this present world with a quality that makes sense in God's promised future. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=13910151 Sun, 07 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Bob Gresser In Fr. Gresser’s sermon he begins with a question posed by a scribe in our Gospel reading, ‘Which commandment is the most important of all?’ Every Jew would have known the answer and Jesus answers him directly, “The most important is, Hear O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. And you shall love you God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.” So exactly what does this mean for the Jews and for us? Listen to Fr. Gresser has he put this into context using our Old Testament reading, Deuteronomy 6:1-9 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=13577999 Sun, 31 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris In the Gospel story of Blind Bartimaeus, Jesus performs a miracle. He gives Bartimaeus back his sight. However, that's not the only healing Jesus performs. Listen in to hear about the healing Jesus makes available to all of us. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=13554117 Sun, 24 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Remember that time that you were embarrassed, mocked, ridiculed, shamed? How did it make you feel? What did you want to do about it? In a world that lusts for vengeance and revenge, Jesus offers another way. His way. The way of the Cross, which seems foolish to the world, but for those who are being saved, it is the power of God. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=13546871 Sun, 17 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Often, we struggle with things God might be asking us to give up, but have we considered what we might gain? Listen in as Fr. Chris talks about the rich, young ruler in Scripture - and a very powerful real-life example - of how the gain is infinitely more rewarding than the give. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=13540594 Sun, 10 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:20:45 Fr. Charles Listen to Fr. Charles as he answers two fundamental questions on stewardship. The first, in his children’s message, “What does it mean to be a steward?” and then the second, in his message to the congregation, “What is the critical truth about stewardship?” http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=13527580 Sun, 03 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Because the idea of Hell is such a difficult topic, many either refuse to acknowledge it or dismiss the idea of it altogether. Yet, it is a true doctrine of Christianity, as taught by Jesus Christ. Listen in this week as Fr. Chris talks both about the reality of evil and Hell and the Good News of Jesus Christ that opens the doors of Heaven. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=13518970 Sun, 26 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Fr. Chris will be teaching on the Book of Revelations this Fall. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=13503817 Sun, 12 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Fr. Charles first begins with a message to our children His sermon is based on Matthew's Gospel, Chapter 16 Christ has promised us that He and His kingdom will prevail over this world of sin and darkness. But he has no made promise that we will be safe, only that he will be with us, even unto our death. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=13494770 Sun, 05 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Did you know that when we sign up to be Christians, we sign up to be soldiers? That means, in part, that we must know who our enemy is, and who our enemy is not! Listen in as Fr. Chris talks about the spiritual armor God gives us to fight the good fight and lays out the landscape for the battle. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=13490068 Sun, 29 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Our world is at war, but it's not just a physical war. Underneath it all is a spiritual warfare. Satan is trying to destroy us. Jesus is offering to save us. Have you made your decision? Listen in as Fr. Chris speaks about this most important decision we will make in our lives. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=13481650 Sun, 22 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Our Gospel reading this Sunday is from John 6:53-59. It has some of the most difficult verses to comprehend. Listen to Fr. Charles has he explains our Gospel reading in terms of the physical and spiritual worlds; and in terms of promises kept and promises not yet fulfilled. #ctrfw http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=13466401 Sun, 15 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Chris Fr. Chris sets the stage for this week’s sermon by going back to the way Jesus reveals himself though signs in John, chapter 5 & 6. By revealing himself through signs, Jesus also reveals God himself. Listen to Fr. Chris as explains that our spiritual hunger for meaning and purpose, goes to the very essence of the Gospel. #ctrfw http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=13465836 Sun, 08 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles As is our custom for the first Sunday of the month, we begin with a message to the children. This month: We Learn the Small Things First Fr. Charles’ sermon, to the church, is based on Mark’s Gospel, chapter 9. Beginning at verse 42, Jesus realizes that his disciples are having a difficult time listening to what he is telling them. Listen to Fr. Charles as he explains the importance of these words as they relate to the Church and our lives. #ctrfw http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=13452421 Sun, 01 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:00:00 Fr. Charles Fr. Charles’ sermon is based on Matthew’s Gospel, chapter 13:18-30, with the parables of the Sower and the Weeds. As he points out in his sermon, we have a lot more in common with the Israelites, who heard these parables spoken by Jesus over 2,000 years ago. Listen to Fr. Charles as he dives deeper into these parables and reassures us that Jesus knows the concerns of his people. #ctrfw http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=13435070 Sun, 18 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:20:45 Fr. Charles Fr. Charles uses Luke 16 as the basis for his sermon this week. Listen to his message, as he gives a historical perspective on Jesus’ parables, and reminds us of some important lessons from those parables. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=12231532 Sun, 11 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:21:37 Fr. Charles Fr. Charles uses the entire chapter 5 of Mark to illustrate that sometimes, as hard as we try, we can’t do this on our own. In Mark’s Gospel, chapter 5, there are three people with three different problems. And as hard as they try, they can’t solve them. Listen to Fr. Charles as he explains why we can’t do this on our own but there is someone who can. #ctrfw http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=12198410 Mon, 28 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:19:51 Fr. Charles Fr. Charles' sermon is based on our Gospel reading, Mark 4: 35 - 41. Most of us are familiar with this passage. A great windstorm comes up, and the disciples are naturally terrified. The waves are crashing against the boat, water is pouring in and the disciples think there is a good possibility they will all perish. What was the disciples' response to this great windstorm? What was Jesus' response? Listen to Fr. Charles as he gives a fresh perspective to this passage and helps us to better understand what our responses should be. Fr. Charles also reminds us, that like it was for the disciples on that boat, God is never far from us in our own life's storms. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=12190309 Sun, 20 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:19:10 Fr. Chris Culpepper Ever wonder what the Kingdom of God is like? In two parables, Jesus compares it to someone sewing seeds, or a mustard seed. Listen in as Fr. Chris helps us understand what Jesus has in mind. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=12182699 Sun, 13 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:18:48 Fr. Charles The unforgivable sin is not a sin that God refuses to forgive. The unforgivable sin is a person who refuses to go to God for forgiveness. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=12175674 Sun, 06 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:26:00 Fr. Chris Culpepper What makes Christianity different from all other religions and why does Christianity claim to be the one, true religion? Listen in as Fr. Christopher talks about what it means to know the one, true, and living God as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=12168253 Sun, 30 May 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:18:06 Fr. Charles Pentecost isn't just a day in the past. Pentecost is a day-to-day reality where the Spirit makes the life of Christ present and available in the World. Pentecost is also part of our Salvation story. Journey with Fr. Charles as he takes us from the beginning of our story to the day of Pentecost. #ctrfw #Pentecost http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=12161151 Sun, 23 May 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:16:19 Fr. Charles The Ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven is an essential, yet sometimes overlooked and even misunderstood doctrine of the Church. Listen in as Fr. Charles preaches about the Ascension and why it's important to us as Christians. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=12152721 Sun, 16 May 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:22:07 Fr. Charles Ever wonder about the nature of God's love for us? In his first address to our congregation, Fr. Charles explains how our obedience to God is not what makes him love us. Rather, God forms obedience in those who love him. Listen in to this excellent message. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=12125952 Sun, 02 May 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:19:44 Fr. Ken Dean Our Gospel reading this Sunday, John 10:11-16, and it begins “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.”… Listen to Fr. Dean, our guest preacher, as he reminds us that goodness comes from God and how this goodness can impact our lives in ways we had not imagine. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=11892426 Sun, 25 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:17:15 Fr. Chris This week, Fr. Chris discusses another effect of the Resurrection – Joy. Our Gospel this Sunday finds the disciples, in a room, startled and frightened when Jesus appears to them, for they think they are seeing a spirit. However, once he shows them his hands and feet ‘they still disbelieved for joy…’ Joy! Listen to Fr. Chris as he discusses the meaning of joy in our lives and ultimately in the Resurrection. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=11323841 Sun, 18 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:13:40 Fr. Chris In a troubled world, we all want peace. Indeed, we can have it, but there is only one way to get it. The Resurrection of Jesus Christ is the most important event in human history. However, it is not an event in isolation, but comes with a whole host of benefits. Listen in as Fr. Chris talks about the relationship between the resurrection and your ability to experience true peace in your life. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=10870923 Sun, 11 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:16:49 Fr. Chris Did you know that Easter is the celebration of the greatest day in human history? No, really! At Easter, Christians celebrate that Jesus - and only Jesus - has defeated death. Listen in as Fr. Chris explains. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=10493183 Sun, 04 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:14:10 Fr. Chris What happened between Palm Sunday, when Jesus made his triumphal entry into Jerusalem and Good Friday, when Christ was crucified outside of the city walls? Listen in as Fr. Chris unfolds the events - and the truths - of the story. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=10246554 Sun, 28 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:09:02 Fr. Chris These may sound like archaic ideas, but they are central to our understanding of who Jesus is and how he saves us. Listen in as Fr. Chris talks about the full meaning of his crucifixion. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=10197304 Sun, 21 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:20:17 Fr. Chris Culpepper In a story as familiar as the feeding of the 5,000 there may be some things that are yet unfamiliar to us. Listen in as Fr. Chris talks about the relationship between grace and faith and how our faith manifests God's grace in this world. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=9897588 Sun, 14 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:19:13 Fr. Chris What makes God angry? Listen in as Fr. Chris teaches on the story of the money-changers in the Temple from John, Chapter 2, and then talks about how God wants to renew our hearts today through worship. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=9269654 Sun, 07 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:22:26 Deacon Carl This is Deacon Carl’s first sermon at CTR as our Deacon. He begins, first, by acknowledging the joyous occasion of his ordination and the importance of CTR as his second family. Deacon Carl’s sermon is based on our Old Testament reading, Genesis 22:1-14. It is a story that all Jews and Christians are familiar with… the sacrifice of Isaac. However, there are elements to the story that are often left out. Listen to Deacon Carl as he explains the importance of story as it relates to John 3:16. “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” #ctrfw #Lent http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=7085095 Sun, 28 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:33:02 Fr. Chris On this celebration of World Mission Sunday, Fr. Chris talks about a very practical way to engage in the mission of the Church using the Discovery Bible Study method. Listen in and learn about this great way to grow in Christ. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=6110196 Sun, 07 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:20:57 Fr. Chris What exactly has Jesus commissioned his followers to do? This week, Fr. Chris talks about the commissioning of discipleship and how we can be faithful witnesses of Jesus Christ in our day. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=5659616 Sun, 31 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:24:28 Fr. Chris What is a disciple? What does it mean to be a disciple? How can we discern Jesus' call to us? Hear Fr. Chris talk about Jesus' call to discipleship in this message. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=3101255 Sun, 17 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:21:46 Fr. Chris Why don't people believe in God? Why don't people trust God? We're not just struggling in this pandemic and in our political problems, we're suffering. Listen in as Fr. Chris talks about the God who suffered to save us. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=3093068 Sun, 10 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -1000 00:18:59 Fr. Chris Fr. Chris begins a four-part Advent sermon series by talking about many facets of the power of God. What is it that God really wants to do in this world? And, how does God want to use YOU to accomplish his plans and purposes. Listen in... http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2796486 Sun, 29 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -1000 00:22:11 Fr. Chris In this final week of this four-part sermon series, Fr. Chris talks about the Great Commandment of Christianity, to love God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength, and to love our neighbor as ourselves. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2756379 Sun, 25 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -1000 00:15:40 Fr. Chris Christianity is not about grabbing a golden ticket, getting a seat on the glory train, and getting out of here. No, God has a plan for us in the here and now. Listen in as Fr. Chris talks about what we Christians are to do with society. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2756382 Sun, 18 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -1000 00:17:26 Fr. Chris This week, Fr. Chris asks the question, "What do you do with the world?" Listen in as he talks about how Christians and the Church can address the various ways people are lost and looking for Jesus. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2745614 Sun, 11 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -1000 00:13:43 Fr. Chris In this first of a four-week sermon series, Fr. Chris talks about the importance of getting the first question right: What do you do with Jesus? http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2745609 Sun, 04 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -1000 00:18:16 Fr. Mark Listen in as Fr. Mark gives an excellent sermon addressing the current pain we are experiencing in America, particularly the problem of racism. Let us rejoice that Jesus is the answer for the world today! http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2580300 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -1000 00:13:23 Fr. Chris Take a few minutes to listen to Fr. Chris's sermon this past Sunday as he talks about the power of the Holy Spirit and how He empowers us to witness to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2571606 Sun, 31 May 2020 00:00:00 -1000 00:18:24 Fr. Chris Listen to Fr. Chris as he continues with our sermon series, Gospel Proclamation. His sermon is based on our Sunday reading, Acts 17: 16-34. It is the story of Paul in Athens. Paul is deeply troubled that the entire city is devoted to false gods represented by idols. Sound familiar? What does he do? What would you do? http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2549007 Sun, 17 May 2020 00:00:00 -1000 00:18:18 Fr. Chris This sermon series tells the story of what happened after the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Lives have been changed and impacted from the early church to Christians today. This week, Fr. Chris tells Paul's story based on our Sunday's reading, Acts 17:1-15. What changed Paul? Listen to Fr. Chris as he tells Paul's story and gives us a new challenge for this week. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2537052 Tue, 12 May 2020 00:00:00 -1000 00:20:36 Fr. Chris Peter goes from a man who FAITHFULLY followed Jesus for years... then DENYING him (not once but 3 times) that he ever knew him ..to then BOLDLY proclaiming the gospel to a large crowd at Pentecost. How did this happen? At the end of his sermon, Fr. Chris will challenge you do something. Be bold like Peter and accept his challenge. You never know who might be transformed by your words, your story. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2513460 Sun, 26 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -1000 00:20:34 Fr. Mark Maundy Thursday sermon http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2473527 Thu, 09 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -1000 00:10:37 Fr. Chris Holy Week begins with Palm Sunday. These are challenging times and we now enter Holy Week. It will feel different this time. However, our experiences will be deeper and more meaningful than we can imagine this time. Why palms? Palms are known to represent peace and victory! And we need peace and victory in these challenging times! ‘Blessed is he who comes in the Name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest.’ http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2462993 Sun, 05 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -1000 00:16:05 Fr. Chris Fr. Chris' sermon is based on our Gospel reading, John 3:1-16. A Pharisee by the name of Nicodemus has come, at night, to ask Jesus a number of questions. Listen to Fr. Chris as he illustrates how this story can help us in our journey of transformation. https://ctrfw.org/ http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2400827 Sun, 08 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -1000 00:16:07 Fr. Mark Fr. Mark begins his sermon with a children's message and discusses the things we substitute for God. Temptations and Transformation Our Gospel reading this 1st Sunday in Lent, is always Matthew 4: 1-11. In fact, as Fr. Mark points out, millions of Christians all over the world would have read this passage on Sunday. It is the journey of Christ's temptations in the wilderness and conquering it! However, as Fr. Mark says, because it is a story about Jesus, it is also about us. https://ctrfw.org/ http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2391836 Sun, 01 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -1000 00:14:51 Fr. Chris This is the last sermon in our Epiphany sermon series: Behold! http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2382046 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -1000 00:17:58 Fr. Mark Fr. Mark's sermon is based on our New Testament reading, Acts1:8. "You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2371690 Sun, 16 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -1000 00:14:21 Fr. Chris What if salt didn't exist? What if light didn't exist? Fr. Chris' sermon, 'God's Invitation for us to Be', is based on our Gospel reading, Matthew 5:13-20. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2362285 Sun, 09 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -1000 00:19:17 Fr. Mark Being the 1st Sunday of the month, Fr. Mark begins his sermon with a message to the children. What have you become attached to? http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2350762 Sun, 02 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -1000 00:14:29 Fr. Chris What does it mean to belong? Listen to Fr. Chris' sermon to find out! http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2341639 Sun, 26 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -1000 00:19:59 Fr. Michael Mobley This Sunday, we continued our Epiphany sermon series with our invitation from God to believe. Since Fr. Chris and Fr. Mark are in Israel...we will had a special guest priest, Fr. Mobley from Brownwood. Fr. Mobley began his sermon with a story about a special relationship between a father and son. He then transitions his sermon to this Sunday's Gospel reading, John 1:29-42. Fr. Mobley focuses on three parts of this Sunday's Gospel: “What are you seeking?” "Where are you staying?” and “Come and you will see.” Listen to Fr. Mobley as he explains God's invitation for us all to believe and how we can have a deeper relationship with Jesus. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2328728 Sun, 19 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -1000 00:20:21 Fr. Chris Last Sunday, the 4th Sunday of Advent, Fr. Chris read an excerpt from the devotional book entitled Preparing for Jesus by Walter Wangerin, Jr. This book can be ordered online, should you want a copy. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2270214 Sun, 22 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:04:33 Fr. Chris Fr. Chris' sermon is based on our Gospel reading this Sunday, Matthew 11:2-19. In this passage, John the Baptist is in prison. He knows his death is near, so the sense of urgency to know if Jesus 'is the one to come or should they look for another', must have felt critical at this point for John. However, what does this matter today? Listen to Fr. Chris as he answers this question and puts this passage in today's context. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2250793 Sun, 15 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:19:17 Guest Preacher: A Missionary from the Middle East This Sunday, we welcomed a special guest who is a missionary from the Middle East. (We can't use his name for security reasons.) He gives us an important, compelling message based on this Sunday's Gospel, Matthew 3:1-12 and his experiences in the Middle East. Want to help or know more? Go to Love for the Least, https://lovefortheleast.org/. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2236455 Sun, 08 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:27:07 Fr. Chris Fr. Chris' sermon is based on one of Sunday readings, Luke 21:5-19. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2199040 Sun, 17 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:19:13 Fr. Mark Fr. Mark begins with a children's message explaining who the saints of the church are. Then to the congregation, he asks: Who decides who you are? http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2169365 Sun, 03 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:17:09 Fr. Chris Fr. Chris' sermon is based on this passage from one of our Sunday's reading, 'But the Lord stood by me and strengthened me, so that through me the message might be fully proclaimed and all the Gentiles might hear it. 2 Timothy 4:17 What does making room for more mean or entail? Listen to Fr. Chris as he lays out how we as individuals, and as the body of Christ can make room. Are you willing? http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2153445 Sun, 27 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:17:24 Fr. Chris Where do you place your faith? This is how Fr. Chris begins his sermon. We all have faith, but where do you place your faith? From there, Fr. Chris takes us to our second reading this Sunday, 2 Timothy 3:14-4:5. Paul is in prison and he is nearing the end. What does he do? He writes a letter to Timothy. Listen to Fr. Chris as he explains why. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2139670 Sun, 20 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:18:21 Fr. Mark This Sunday Fr. Mark gave a children's message on the meaning of having an attitude of gratitude, which transitioned into the message to the congregation on the 'problem' of goodness. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2121917 Sun, 13 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:15:25 Bishop Ryan Reed Bishop Ryan Reed made his first annual visit to Christ the Redeemer this Sunday, His sermon is based on our Gospel reading, Luke 17:5-10. Here Bishop Reed puts into context the apostles asking Jesus to increase their faith, and how we can be a worthy servant. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2105898 Sun, 06 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:15:09 Fr. Chris This is the fourth and final part of our Discipleship Sermon series - The Commission. Fr. Chris has just returned from the New Wineskins Conference (https://newwineskinsconference.org/about-new-wineskins-19) and shares some of the stories of the missionaries he met there. Their stories are a powerful reminder of the power of one who is obedient. This leads into our Gospel reading this Sunday, Luke 16:19-31 - The Rich Man and Lazarus. It is a story of hell and heaven. It is a story about obedience. Fr. Chris asks us all, 'What step is Jesus asking you to take?' http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2088837 Sun, 29 Sep 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:18:31 Fr. Chris This is the second part of our Discipleship Sermon series. So what does conversion look like? The definition pf conversion is the change from one form or character to another. Fr. Chris gives a couple of good examples of what that looks like for those who have converted to Christianity. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2059815 Sun, 15 Sep 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:15:15 Fr. Mark We are super excited about this new sermon series. Over the next four weeks, we are going to explore what it means to be a follower of Jesus. Have a listen as Fr. Mark talks about the Call of Jesus. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2045714 Sun, 08 Sep 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:14:59 Fr. Mark Fr. Mark shares his story on the road trip he had on his recent vacation. It doesn't go exactly as plan on the way home, but through our life experiences, good and bad, it is important to remember stuff happens. What matters is how you handle it. Fr. Mark's sermon is based on two verses from our Sunday's New Testament reading, Hebrews 13:1-8. Jesus will never leave you; and Jesus is the same yesterday, today and tomorrow. So no matter where you are or what you are going through, God will always love you, and Jesus will always pursue you. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=2033764 Sun, 01 Sep 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:12:18 Fr. Mark This is the first Sunday of the month, so Fr. Mark begins with a message to the children based on our New Testament reading, Colossians 3:5-17. He shares a story of when he was a child, there were two times in the year that he would get new clothes - the beginning of the school year and Christmas. Why would he get new clothes, or for that matter why would children need to new clothes? One of the reasons, Fr. Mark explains is because we have outgrown our clothes. Listen to Fr. Mark as he offers ways for the children to grow in the inside as well this coming school year. For his message to the congregation, Fr. Mark shares his story of his time at Camp Crucis this past week. It was a difficult week, with about 80 teenagers and it was hot, but it was also a great week. He found that there were two things that everyone had in common at the camp - joy and suffering. Listen to Fr. Mark as he explains that we are not meant to experience our joys nor bear our sufferings alone. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1993228 Sun, 04 Aug 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:12:58 Fr. Mark This week's sermon is based on our Gospel reading, Luke 11: 1-13. The disciples see Jesus praying and they want to learn how to pray like he does. As Fr. Mark points out in the beginning of his sermon, we often learn from watching others. Prayer is an important part of the Christian faith and Fr. Mark has challenged us to pray every day for the month of August. Not sure of the how, who, where or what... listen to Fr. Mark as he gives us some suggestions. #augustprayerchallenge http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1979904 Sun, 28 Jul 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:15:39 Fr. Mark Fr. Mark's sermon is based on our Gospel reading this Sunday, Luke 10: 25-37. "Go and do likewise." http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1958721 Sun, 14 Jul 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:14:04 Fr. Mark This Sunday was the first Sunday of the month, which means our sermons begin with a message to the children. Fr. Mark explains to the children that the greatest adventure of all time is to be a disciple of Jesus Christ. This week's sermon is based on our Gospel reading from Luke 10:1-20. Jesus sends 70 disciples, 2 by 2, ahead of him in towns he himself was about to come. They were to carry no money, no knapsack, nor sandals. This may seem terrifying to us, but they had faith, they had Jesus. As Fr. Mark points out in his sermon, this would have been an incredible, exciting adventure for them, one we can also experience today. Fr. Mark shares stories of students who are doing great things this summer, and suggests ways we, too, can enjoy the adventures discipleship. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1949277 Sun, 07 Jul 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:18:07 Fr. Mark and Jenny Noyes This Sunday we celebrated the Trinity - Father, Son and the Holy Spirit. We also celebrated a special guest and friend to CTR, Jenny Noyes, Executive Director of New Wineskins Missionary Network. Fr. Mark begins the sermon, but then Jenny speaks to the scripture readings this Sunday and our call to the mission field. There is a New Wineskins Global Mission Conference in September. You can find out more on their website, https://newwineskinsconference.org/about-new-wineskins-19. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1917515 Sun, 16 Jun 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:34:18 Fr. Chris This is the last sermon in our sermon series, "Living a Resurrected Life", it is also the day of Pentecost. Pentecost, for Christians, is the day we celebrate the birth of the church. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1906704 Sun, 09 Jun 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:14:45 Fr. Mark This is the first Sunday of the month, which at CTR means Youth Sunday! Fr. Mark starts his sermon with a message to the children - explaining to them that the Kingdom of Heaven is always around us. For the second part of his sermon to the rest of the congregation, Fr. Mark talks about how the "Kingdom of God is already here...but not yet." What does this mean? Listen to Fr. Mark as he explains what His Kingdom looks like and how you can be part of it. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1896089 Sun, 02 Jun 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:12:49 Fr. Mark Our sermon series continues, with Fr. Mark sharing his recent vacation experiences in Hawaii. He reminds us that the race we run, the journey we travel, may not be always easy but well worth it in the end. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1889278 Sun, 26 May 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:13:46 Fr. Chris It is sometimes difficult to face the evils in this world. What do we do? Is there anything we can do? Fr. Chris suggests that there are two ways that we might face it on our own - isolation or retaliation. But as Christians, we know there is another, better way. Listen to Fr. Chris as he retells Paul's story in our reading this Sunday, Acts 13:44-52. A whole town wanted, needed to hear the word of the Lord. It sounds a lot like today. People need to hear and see what the resurrected life looks like. We all need love, forgiveness, peace, joy in our lives. Listen to find it, come on any Sunday morning to experience it. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1879922 Sun, 19 May 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:17:35 Fr. Chris A good story is one that can inspire, motivate, and encourage us, but ultimately it draws us into its narrative. A great story can do all of this and much, much more. It can transform us. The greatest story ever told in the history of mankind is about the deep and profound love God has for us. It is a story for everyone. As Fr. Chris points out in his sermon, God is passionate about you and He wants you to be part of His story. Fr. Chris illustrates this with a Jew named Saul. Listen to Fr. Chris as retells the story of Saul's conversion from one who wanted to persecute Christians, to one who wanted to convert them. Saul, who we know today as Paul, traveled some 150 miles to persecute Christians but after his encounter with Jesus, he would travel some 1500 miles to share the greatest story ever told to people who needed to hear it. Our hurts and troubles in the world still exist today, as they did then. Listen to Fr. Chris as he encourages us to remember we are loved and Jesus Christ, our Lord, wants to heal us. It is a story that compels to want to share it, so others can also experience the transformation. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1871353 Sun, 12 May 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:14:26 Fr. Mark and Holden Carroll This Sunday was Youth Sunday at CTR, which means contemporary Christian worship music and a special children's sermon. Listen to Fr. Mark as he explains to the children what community looks like and this is followed by a testimony by Holden Carroll. Holden is one of our seniors heading to Texas Tech next year. His testimony is funny and authentic. He lays it all out there with some of the not so wise acts of his youth, some wisdom and the how a caring church community has influenced him. It is a great story of a young man and how important our church is in the world we live in today. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1861174 Sun, 05 May 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:16:46 Fr. Chris This week's sermon is based on our Gospel reading, John 20:19-31. The scripture tells us that the disciples have locked themselves in a room. Why were they locked in a room? What were they hiding from? Then Jesus appears and stood among them and said "Peace be with you!" Fr. Chris explains that at this point in time, everything changes. Not all the disciples were there. Thomas was not with them, and therefore did not see Jesus. So, when the disciples told him, that they had seen Jesus, he did not believe them. Thomas as often be referred to as 'Doubting Thomas'. He is someone we can relate to, for it is hard to believe in something without evidence. But once Thomas experienced the evidence, he did believe and declared, "My Lord and my God!" Listen to Fr. Chris as he explains that this is what we are looking for today - a God to believe in. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1851488 Sun, 28 Apr 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:17:33 Fr. Chris According to the Merriam-Webster's dictionary, one of the definitions of the word, facts, is 'an actual occurrence.' How do we know that Jesus was actually crucified and then resurrected? We know by the actual occurrence of events that followed. What were those events? Were there any witnesses? Listen to Fr. Chris as he lays out the facts of the Christian faith. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1843180 Sun, 21 Apr 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:11:08 Fr. Chris Holy Week begins with Palm Sunday. The service begins with the joy of Christ entering into Jerusalem, and ends in the sadness of his crucifixion. But for Christians, this is not the end of Holy Week but the beginning of our journey to the cross. Listen to Fr. Chris as he tells us that in Christ we are set free. In this freedom, we experience His power of love, forgiveness, mercy and grace and it is in this power that compels us to live the resurrected life. Not sure how to live the resurrected life? Fr. Chris and Fr. Mark in their upcoming Easter sermons will guide us how to experience it, live it and share it. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1836598 Sun, 14 Apr 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:19:17 Fr. Mark It is the first Sunday of the month and as it is the tradition at CTR, we first begin with a message to our children. Fr. Mark's message to them is based on our Gospel reading, Luke 20:9-19, The Parable of the Wicked Tenants. He using action figures to his illustrate and teach the lesson learned in this parable. You will need to listen to hear who Superman represents! Fr. Mark's sermon, to the rest of the congregation, is based on our New Testament reading, Philippians 3:8:14. Today, we are faced with all sorts of questions of who were are and what is our purpose. In a world that is hurting and confusing, we as Christians, as Fr. Mark points out, can find our identity, and our purpose in God. Listen to Fr. Mark as explains how this is possible and that there is great inspiration and comfort that can be found in God's Word, scripture. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1825808 Sun, 07 Apr 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:18:21 Fr. Chris "Not Me" is a character from Family Circus by Bill Keene. Sometimes it is easy to blame 'Not Me' as Fr. Chris points out, then take responsibility. In our Gospel reading, Luke 13:1-9, Jesus is being questioned about who is to be blamed for two different types of death - one is murder and the other is accidental. His answer, “Do you think that these Galileans were worse sinners than all the other Galileans, because they suffered thus? I tell you, No; but unless you repent you will all likewise perish. Or those eighteen upon whom the tower in Silo′am fell and killed them, do you think that they were worse offenders than all the others who dwelt in Jerusalem? I tell you, No; but unless you repent you will all likewise perish.” As Fr. Chris points out, repentance is what brings us back to God. Jesus went to the cross because of us and for us. So that with our repentance, we can be pulled back to God. Listen to Fr. Chris as he explains what the real issues we face today and how we can live a life in Him. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1804028 Sun, 24 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:19:08 Fr. Mark Fr. Mark's sermon is based on our Gospel reading, Luke 13:22-35. An unnamed man asks, “Lord, will those who are saved be few?” Fr. Mark says this is an odd question to ask. Why does this man ask this question? Is there someone he is thinking of or hoping will be saved? So what is the answer? As Fr. Mark points out, Jesus doesn't answer with a number, instead he answers with, “Strive to enter by the narrow door; for many, I tell you, will seek to enter and will not be able." The key is strive. If it were not possible, his answer would be different. As Fr. Mark points out, God wants everyone to be saved. Listen to Fr. Mark as he explains how that is possible. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1787926 Sun, 17 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:15:05 Fr. Crosthwait This Sunday, Fr. Crosthwait was our guest preacher. He is planting a church in Bryan/ College Station called The Church of the Incarnation. They have services on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month, so he was able to join us. Fr. Crosthwait's sermon is based on our Gospel reading, Luke 4:1-13. Jesus is being tempted and tested for 40 days by Satan, and he doesn't succumb to these trials. This is a game changer for all of us, and the implications of this (some 2,000 years later) has a huge impact on our lives today. Listen to Fr. Crosthwait as he explains how Jesus did it, and how we can too. We all have and will have trials and temptations throughout our lives, but we need to remember we are never alone in them. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1780419 Sun, 10 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:23:13 Fr. Mark The season of Lent began with Ash Wednesday, on March 6th. This is the time that Christians look to honor Christ's sacrifice by giving up something, taking up something, service, prayer etc. Listen to Fr. Mark as he explains the importance of Ash Wednesday and ways you can keep this Lenten season meaningful to your life. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1776068 Wed, 06 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:07:42 Fr. Mark Fr. Mark begins his sermon with a children's message - highlighting the importance of children in church and today's Gospel reading, the meaning of the transfiguration of Jesus in Luke 9:28-36. Fr. Mark uses two illustrations to explain our scripture reading - the transformation that occurs with the butterfly and that of taking a picture. A butterfly begins as a caterpillar; and a camera takes a photo of a particular event in time. As Fr. Mark continues his sermon to the congregation, this story ultimately leads to Jesus' journey to Jerusalem. Therefore, he invites us to journey with Jesus during this Lenten season that begins on Ash Wednesday. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1771951 Sun, 03 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:16:16 Fr. Chris Fr. Chris begins his sermon with the image of a tree. A tree provides shade, tranquility, air for us to breathe etc. But there are two fundamental truths about all trees - they are reaching and they are rooted. Just like the faith of the Apostles, and the 120 witnesses in our reading on Sunday in Acts 1:8, 'You will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.' Because these people were deeply rooted in the divine life of Jesus Christ, the branches of faith spread and continue to spread to the ends of the world today through our missionaries. Fr. Chris continues with the analogy of a tree. All trees start as a seed but in order to grow, it needs to be planted. So where is God calling you to plant the seed of faith? http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1763832 Sun, 24 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:21:55 Fr. Mark Fr. Mark begins his sermon with the fundamentals of our Christian faith based on our New Testament reading, I Corinthians 15:12-20. Christ died for our sins, and 'has been risen from the dead'. We celebrate this every Sunday. So how does this to relate to ministry? As Fr. Mark explains, ministry is what we do in our church home. As we look around our church, we see many hands who have built things, have provided things and who continue to serve our church. All this is done with passion and love for our Christian community but ultimately for the love we have for our savior, Jesus Christ. We all have been given gifts and as Fr. Mark further states, "Everyone has a gift, everyone has a role. That is what ministry is about.' http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1754081 Sun, 17 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:13:07 Fr. Chris This week's sermon is based on our Gospel reading, Luke 5:1-11. As Fr. Chris begins, he talks about how the crowds were pressed into hearing the Word of God. Just like the men who attended the Men's Conference on Saturday and for those attending worship this Sunday. We are all eager to hear God's Word, and Fr. Chris brings the Gospel to us in a way we can relate to today. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1743086 Sun, 10 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:19:25 Fr. Mark The first Sunday of the month is Youth Sunday. Fr. Mark always begins with a message to the children. This week's message centers around the importance of friendship. The second part of his sermon, Fr. Mark continues the discussion on life groups and how they enhance our lives. In a world that can be about death and destruction, life groups at Christ the Redeemer are about life. Life that can be enhanced by being in fellowship with one another. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1733816 Sun, 03 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:16:52 Fr. Chris Besides worship, our life groups are a great way to get connected to one another at Christ the Redeemer. As Fr. Chris explains in his sermon, in a world that tells us we are dispensable, God tell us we are indispensable. We are the Body of Christ and a great way to live that out is by being part of a life group. For a list of our life groups and their leaders, please visit our Life Group page under Get Connected or simply call the church. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1733653 Sun, 27 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:17:08 Fr. Chris In our sermon series this past Sunday, Fr. Chris continues to discuss the benefits and importance of worshiping God as a corporate body on Sunday and as individuals throughout our week. Fr. Chris gives a very simple way we can take what we do on Sunday, and take it out into the world we live in. So pick a time and place to worship God on a daily basis. The song we sang on Sunday, after Fr. Chris' sermon was, 10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord). It is a great place to start, if you don't have a favorite worship song. Making worshiping God part of your daily routine, will not only benefit your soul but also those around you. Let your light shine bright. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1711390 Sun, 20 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:13:55 Fr. Chris Fr. Chris begins this new sermon series with something that is not only fundamental to the Christian DNA but to all people - worship. What and who we worship says a lot about our priorities. For Christians, our first priority is to worship God and Fr. Chris outlines the benefits of making God our first priority, one being relationship. God desires to have a relationship with us. Listen to Fr. Chris' message as he explaining the significance of Jesus' baptism for those who lived in John the Baptist's time, and for us who live today. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1701495 Sun, 13 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:15:39 Fr. Mark Fr. Mark begins his sermon with a message to the children and asked the question, "What is the best part of Christmas?" The children give amazing answers, gifts was not one of them! On Sunday, we celebrated Epiphany - the day the Wise Men (also known as the Magi and Kings) come to worship Jesus bringing gifts. Fr. Mark explains to the children what each gift is and its meaning. Lastly, he asks the children what would be the best gift they could give to Jesus? What would be your gift? Hint: you can't buy it in a store or online! For his sermon to the rest of the congregation, Fr. Mark talks about how Jesus came to save the whole world. Fr. Mark's son decided he wanted to listen in his dad's arms. So, for part of the sermon you can hear him affirm his dad's message. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1685866 Sun, 06 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -1000 00:16:47 Fr. Chris In Sunday's Gospel reading, John 1:1-15, we are reminded of the importance and difference of light in creation, and the true light, Jesus Christ. Listen to Fr. Chris as he discusses God's role in our lives and how our light can burn brighter in a dark world. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1676974 Sun, 30 Dec 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:14:54 Fr. Chris Fr. Chris continues with Part 2 of the sermon series "Things you CAN take with you when you go: Hope." Where do you place your hope - in the secular or sacred? Fr. Chris discusses the pitfalls we find ourselves in when we place our hopes in secular things. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1677538 Sun, 23 Dec 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:15:45 Fr. Chris Fr. Chris begins our new sermon series, "Things you CAN take with you when you go" with Faith. We all have faith and as Fr. Chris points out, even atheists have faith. So it isn't a question of whether we have faith, but whether we have placed our faith - on the right thing or the right person. Listen to Fr. Chris as he reminds us that Advent is a time when we look back to the birth of our Savior and look forward to His coming again. May you find our Savior during and after this Advent season. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1660171 Sun, 16 Dec 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:17:23 Bishop Jack Iker It was a tremendous blessing to have Bishop Iker preach at CTR. As some are aware, he is being treated for cancer. Therefore his message begins with an address to CTR on the update of his progress and the blessings to be well enough to share this Sunday with us. This week's message from Bishop Iker is about the prophets preaching repentance and preparing the way for our salvation. He puts it into historical context and how we can apply the teachings of these Old Testaments prophets to our lives during this Advent season. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1648793 Sun, 09 Dec 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:15:25 Fr. Mark Fr. Mark begins his sermon with a children's message. He explains the importance of God's gift of time to us and how the children can prepare for Christmas. He continues this message in his sermon to the rest of the congregation. How can we prepare for Christmas in a meaningful way? This past Sunday was a special 'Instructed Eucharist' service in which Fr. Chris and Fr. Mark explain each aspect of the Anglican service. So, part of Fr. Mark's sermon was explaining the purpose of the sermon in Anglican worship. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1637975 Sun, 02 Dec 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:14:17 Fr. Mark What does it mean for Jesus to be our king? Listen to Fr. Mark as he describes what Christ's kingdom looks like and what we can do to be part of it. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1627260 Sun, 25 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:14:14 Fr. Chris "How do you know you got it right?" It is a question that is often asked, but where can you go to get your answer? Listen to Fr. Chris as he shares his personal story and a place to go for answers. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1627239 Sun, 18 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:16:55 Fr. Chris In Sunday's Gospel reading, Mark 12:38-44, Jesus notices the widow giving all that she has, two very small copper coins. As Fr. Chris mentions in his sermon, this is a difficult reading but it is meant to help us, not hinder us. For Fr. Chris offers three observations that will help us look at ourselves in the light of the goodness of God and that will help us to know if the life we are living is pleasing to God. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1602134 Sun, 11 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:16:08 Fr. Chris Is there something you hang onto that gives you a sense of security, comfort and protection? In our Sunday's Gospel reading, Mark 10: 46-52, Jesus heals a blind beggar, Bartimaeus, the son of Timaeus. A man, because he was blind would have been an outcast, rejected by society but in Mark's Gospel, he has a name. He is given dignity. He matters. Listen to Fr. Chris' message of hope and healing. For like Bartimaeus, when we choose to have Jesus in our lives, everything changes. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1581689 Sun, 28 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:19:14 Fr. Mark Fr. Mark's message is based on our New Testament reading, Hebrews 4:12-16. As Fr. Mark's mentions, it is only 4 verses but there is a lot of meaning in these verses. Listen to Fr. Mark as he focuses on 'Word of God' and that when the curtain was torn, God became open to all. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1571772 Sun, 21 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:13:06 Fr. Chris Have you ever had a 'before' and 'after' moment? Fr. Chris' message is based on the Gospel reading, Mark 10:17-31. It is the story of a young rich man who asks Jesus, "Good Teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?". It is a question, we have often asked ourselves. The rich young man has kept all of the ten commandments but he knows there is something more he needs to do. So Jesus looks at him, loves him and replies 'Go sell all that you have, and give it to the poor, and you will have treasurer in heaven; and come, follow me." The rich young man couldn't do it so why would Jesus ask him to do this? Listen to Fr. Chris as he explains that there is more to this story. Jesus wants our barriers that prevents us from having a relationship with God to be removed. How do we do this? What does it look like? Fr. Chris discusses ways to accomplish this. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1562842 Sun, 14 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:20:08 Fr. Mark Acts 2:42 states, 'And they devoted themselves to the apostles' teachings and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and prayers.' At CTR we live this out through our life groups and Sunday worship. Listen to Fr. Mark as he pays tribute to Bishop Iker, explains what a bishop is in his childen's message and the importance of passing along the faith that we have been entrusted with to others. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1554474 Sun, 07 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:17:33 Fr. Chris Fr. Chris’ sermon is base on this week’s collect: “O God, you declare your almighty power chiefly in showing mercy and pity: Grant us the fullness of your grace, that we, running to obtain your promises, may become partakers of your heavenly treasure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen” Listen to Fr. Chris as he uses the analogy of a runner training for a marathon, and that of life. There will be times when the runner will be in perfect sync with his/her body and the run, and at other times feel so tired it takes every effort to just put one foot in front of the other. Life can be just like that. When life feels like everything is going well or when it is not, it is important to remember the promises that God has made to us. Fr. Chris reminds us what those promises are. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1540161 Sun, 30 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:19:29 Fr. Chris Sunday's sermon is based on our Gospel reading, Mark 9:30-37. In his sermon, Fr. Chris explains the historical context of the passage; how the cross restores our relationships with the Father and with one another; and that we all have the opportunity to be a child of God. Listen to Fr. Chris as he explains how this is all possible. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1531929 Sun, 23 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:23:37 Fr. Mark This Sunday’s sermon is based on our Gospel reading, Mark 8:27-38 ‘And Jesus went on with his disciples, to the villages of Caesare′a Philippi; and on the way he asked his disciples, “Who do men say that I am?” And they told him, “John the Baptist; and others say, Eli′jah; and others one of the prophets.” And he asked them, “But who do you say that I am?” Peter answered him, “You are the Christ.” And he charged them to tell no one about him. And he began to teach them that the Son of man must suffer many things, and be rejected by the elders and the chief priests and the scribes, and be killed, and after three days rise again. And he said this plainly. And Peter took him, and began to rebuke him. But turning and seeing his disciples, he rebuked Peter, and said, “Get behind me, Satan! For you are not on the side of God, but of men.” And he called to him the multitude with his disciples, and said to them, “If any man would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. For whoever would save his life will lose it; and whoever loses his life for my sake and the gospel’s will save it. For what does it profit a man, to gain the whole world and forfeit his life? For what can a man give in return for his life? For whoever is ashamed of me and of my words in this adulterous and sinful generation, of him will the Son of man also be ashamed, when he comes in the glory of his Father with the holy angels.” ‘ Listen to Fr. Mark as he explains the purpose of Mark’s Gospel in the times of the Apostles and now in our time. Jesus' love for us is constant, but following him can be difficult. Fr. Mark asks you to open yourself to Jesus, see yourself in the story and answer Jesus’ question, “Who do you say I am.” http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1521815 Sun, 16 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:14:21 Fr. Chris This Sunday's sermon was based on Mark 7:31-37. 'Then he returned from the region of Tyre, and went through Sidon to the Sea of Galilee, through the region of the Decapolis. And they brought to him a man who was deaf and had an impediment in his speech; and they besought him to lay his hand upon him. And taking him aside from the multitude privately, he put his fingers into his ears, and he spat and touched his tongue; and looking up to heaven, he sighed, and said to him, “Eph′phatha,” that is, “Be opened.” And his ears were opened, his tongue was released, and he spoke plainly. And he charged them to tell no one; but the more he charged them, the more zealously they proclaimed it. And they were astonished beyond measure, saying, “He has done all things well; he even makes the deaf hear and the dumb speak.”' In Fr. Chris' sermon he talks about the man, Jesus, who he is and the distance he will go to perform a miracle in one man's life, and ours. Listen as Fr. Chris discusses the message in the gospel reading and its motivation to give us encouragement in our lives today. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1512890 Sun, 09 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:27:35 Fr. Mark & Jessica Tetirick Fr. Mark begins this sermon with a reminder of who we are. We are a church of the 'Great Command, Great Commission and Great Tradition.' This past summer, we commissioned and sent out one of our members to Uganda, Jessica Tetirick. Listen to Jessica as she tells her story of her missionary work in Uganda and on how she learned to trust God to take the leaps, knowing He would never let her fall. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1491750 Sun, 26 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:28:52 Fr. Mark This week's sermon is based on John 6:53-59. "So Jesus said to them, 'Truly, truly, I say to you, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of man and drink his blood, you have no life in you; he who eats my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life, and I will raise him up at the last day. For my flesh is food indeed, and my blood is drink indeed. He who eats my flesh and drinks my blood abides in me, and I in him. As the living Father sent me, and I live because of the Father, so he who eats me will live because of me. This is the bread which came down from heaven, not such as the fathers ate and died; he who eats this bread will live forever.' This he said in the synagogue, as he taught at Capernaum." What did Jesus mean by this? For at the surface, this would have been problematic for his followers but we have the benefit of knowing that Jesus is talking about the Eucharist. Listen to Fr. Mark as he explains the importance of the Eucharist in terms of our faith and our relationship with the God who loves us. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1480278 Sun, 19 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:13:58 Fr. Mark This week's sermon is based on the Gospel reading, Mark 6:30-44. It is a familiar story that as Fr. Mark points out, it can be found in all 4 Gospels. The apostles have just returned from the mission Jesus sent them on. They have cast out demons, healed the sick and have called people to repent. They are exhausted, hungry and need rest. Jesus said, "Come away by yourselves to a desolate place and rest a while." However, as the people "saw them going and recognized them, they ran there on foot from all the towns and got there ahead of them". There were five thousand people who followed them to hear Jesus. Listen to Fr. Mark as he talks about the importance of the apostles' reactions versus Jesus' reaction to such a large crowd. We all want a sense of belonging, a sense of community. Fr. Mark explains how this is possible. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1438069 Sun, 22 Jul 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:12:54 Fr. Mark This week's sermon is based on the New Testament reading, 2 Corinthians 12:2-10. Fr. Mark begins with a children's message explaining the meaning of God's grace. After the children's message, Fr. Mark talks about Paul's encounter with the risen Jesus Christ. Paul is not only fundamentally changed with this encounter but through this encounter we see God's grace. Paul went from persecuting Christians to being one of the most influential. Listen to Fr. Mark as he further explains, that like Paul, there is something in our lives that gives us pain. God's reply, " My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." God's love is always with us. Rely on Him in your weakness. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1415534 Sun, 08 Jul 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:16:26 Fr. Mark Happy Father's Day to all those men who have played a role in a child's life! This is the Sunday we celebrate the importance of fathers in the lives of their families. Fr. Mark begins with his own tribute to his father with 'Dad jokes' but then gives a testimony of how he appreciates all what his Dad had done and continues to do for him. Absentee fathers are big problem in our society, and Fr. Mark then explains how an absentee father has a huge negative impact on their kids today. The statistics can be overwhelming. But how can these kids, and others who have not had the benefit of a good father, see that God, our Father, is good. Listen to Fr. Mark explain how this is possible and what responsibilities Dads have to their families. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1377917 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:14:20 Fr. Mark Fr. Mark begins his sermon with a story of an exchange between a young priest and one of his parishioners. The young priest calls on the parishioner and when there is no answer but there is obviously someone home, he leaves this scripture quote from Revelation 3:20 “ Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me.” The parishioner responds the following Sunday with this scripture note from Genesis 3:10, “He answered, “I heard you in the garden, and I was afraid because I was naked; so I hid.” This is a very witty exchange but goes to the heart of our faith. We are not to be afraid for God sees us for who we are and wants to restore us to him. This week’s sermon is based on our Old Testament reading, Genesis 3:1-21. We are all familiar with the story of the Fall. We know we live in a world that is broken but Fr. Mark gives a different insight to the story. Listen to him explain that God had a plan immediately after the Fall to redeem creation – Jesus Christ. Everything in scripture from this point on, points to His Son. May you not hide from God but let the Lord of life, Jesus Christ, who is knocking at your door, enter into your life. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1368182 Sun, 10 Jun 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:12:17 Fr. Juta Our guest preacher on Trinity Sunday was Fr. Juta, our centurion partner. We not only support him through our Diocesan Centurion program, we also pray for him every Sunday. Listen to Fr. Juta as he gives his testimony, and tells of his experiences as a priest in the Anglican Diocese of Northern Malawi. Trinity Sunday is the day Christians around the world celebrate the Trinity - the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Fr.Juta in the latter part of his sermon, gives an excellent explanation on what the Holy Trinity means to us. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1344544 Sun, 27 May 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:32:50 Fr. Chris The Christian Pentecost is always 50 days after Easter. We sometimes forget that the disciples had to wait 10 days from the time of Jesus' Ascension to the coming of the Holy Spirit. This may seem like an eternity if you are expecting something to happen. This is exactly the situation the disciples found themselves in, and Fr. Chris reminds us that it couldn't have been easy. Jesus had promised in Acts 1:8, "..you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." Jesus promised the Holy Spirit would come but not when, so the disciples prayed and waited for 10 days. Waiting is hard, we have all experienced some kind of wait and it becomes more difficult as time passes. Listen to Fr. Chris take you back to that very first Christian Pentecost - "When the Day of Pentecost had fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. And suddenly there came a sound from heaven, as of a rushing wind, and it filled the whole house where they were sitting. Then there appeared to them divided tongues, as of fire, and one sat upon each of them. And they were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance." Acts 2:1-4. That very day the Holy Spirit came upon the disciples, the Church was planted. That very day Peter stood and boldly preached the Good News to thousands of people: "Repent, and let every one of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins; and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. For the promise is to you and to you children, and to all who are afar off, as many as the Lord our God will call." Acts 2:38 & 39 That very day over 3,000 people were baptized and today, there are over 2 billion Christians in the world. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1332386 Sun, 20 May 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:21:55 Fr. Chris This Sunday's Gospel reading is from Luke 24:49-53 and is known in the Church as Ascension Sunday. Christians from around the world celebrated Jesus ascension to the right hand of the Father. But what does this all mean and how does this effect us today, some 2,000 years later? Listen to Fr. Chris explain that the Ascension is essential to who we, as Christians, are today. Jesus may have ascended into heaven, but he has not left us as orphans. "Lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age." Matthew 28:20 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1332387 Sun, 13 May 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:16:00 Fr. Chris and Jessica Tetirick Fr. Chris continues to explain, using this week's Gospel reading John 14:15-21, how we know God is good through the process of creation, redemption and sanctification. In the beginning, we can see how God is good through creation. Everything He created was good but Adam and Eve chose to disobey God.Their disobedience caused our separation from God. But God did not abandon us. He set in motion a plan for us to be redeemed and made sanctified. How did He do this? Listen to Fr. Chris explain how the plan works so our relationship with God can be restored. Then in the second part of this sermon, a special member of our congregation finishes the sermon with a powerful personal testimony.. Jessica is one of our members who is leaving this Wednesday to go to Uganda for 3 months. Listen to her moving story on how she learned to trust God as she struggled with her uncertainty, and then realizing how much He loves her, she took that leap of faith into the mission field of Uganda. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1282442 Sun, 29 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:19:34 Fr. Chris Our Gospel reading this Sunday is John 10:11-16. Jesus declares he is the good shepherd but as Fr. Chris points out in his sermon, it is an odd to be reading this particular reading now. For Jesus says, " I lay down my life for the sheep" but since Easter, we have been reading and learning about Jesus' resurrection, not his death. So why read this passage now? Fr. Chris explains why it is important to always remember in a world where bad stuff happens, God is good. He wants to have a relationship with each and everyone of us. Reading this week's Gospel reading that He is good is one thing, but how do we know that God is good? Listen to Fr. Chris, as he brings images of the Old & New Testaments with real life experiences to show how we know that God is good. He is good all the time and that Jesus is with us always, in our joys and even in our sufferings. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1264162 Sun, 22 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:18:37 Fr. Mark This week's Gospel reading is from Luke 24:36-48. Luke's Gospel is very similar to last week's Gospel reading, John 20:19-31. This time, the story focuses on the disciples. They are in a locked room and frightened. When their leader died, so did their hopes and dreams of a messiah. But what happens next is hard for them to grasp, at first. For Jesus, who they thought was dead, now appears to them and says, "Peace be with you." They think they have seen a ghost. How can this be and why is asking for something to eat? But ghosts don't eat, which means he must be alive. Jesus knows their thoughts and reassures them that they need not be troubled. And troubled, they no longer are. Their fear quickly turns into joy. Their joy comes from knowing that the Messiah lives! Sometimes we experience a joy like this and we feel the burning desire to share our good news. This is exactly what the disciples felt and did. Once frightened, and now strengthened by the good news, the disciples boldly go out and proclaim Jesus is alive! We all need peace and joy in our lives. Listen to Fr. Mark explain how that is possible for you to experience the same joy they did . Peace be with you. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1264159 Sun, 15 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:13:06 Fr. Chris This week's Gospel, John 20: 19-31, begins with the disciples, except for Thomas, gathered in a locked room. They are afraid. Their leader was crucified and they are all alone. It is easy for us to relate to this but the next thing that happens, is a game changer. Jesus appears to them, and says "Peace be with you." He shows them his hands and his side. Jesus is alive! His Resurrection not only changed them profoundly, but it changed the course of human history. We are never alone in our locked rooms. But what about Thomas, he isn't there. Listen to Fr. Chris as talks about the real doubts and commands that not only Thomas had, but we all have. Thomas wouldn't believe until he not only saw but touched Jesus' side. We all have doubts and fears. Though we can't physically touch the side of Jesus, like Thomas could, Fr. Chris explains how we can close the gap between our doubts and our faith. For Jesus said in Matthew 28:20, " lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age." http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1226058 Sun, 08 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:19:25 Fr. Chris Three women are going to the tomb, believing Jesus will be there. They bring with them burial spices and in their hearts, they carry the heaviness of death of a loved one. But what happens when they reach the tomb changes not only their lives, but two thousand years later, our lives and those who are not even born, yet, their lives as well. Jesus is not in the tomb! He has risen! Listen to Fr. Chris as he tells a parable, a lesson and a real life story on how the Christian story is all about faith, hope, love and rebirth. No matter the trials and temptations we face in life, as Christians, we have hope. Our Savior lives! Gospel reading: Matthew 28: 1-10 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1196821 Sun, 01 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:17:14 Fr. Mark http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1197845 Fri, 30 Mar 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:10:37 Fr. Mark Christians all over the world celebrated Maundy Thursday on March 29th. Though it is a somber time, the Christian faith is filled with hope and thankfulness. Listen to Fr. Mark as he explains God's recue plan for us. Two thousand years ago, God showed up in the person, Jesus Christ, to save us fromthe darkness, to forgive us and show us that He loves us. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1197841 Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:11:44 Fr. Mark As we approach Holy Week, we are reminded that the sacrifices and the covenants of the Old Testament point towards the cross. Listen to Fr. Mark as explains the significance of these covenants and sacrifices as it relates to us getting back in step with God. From Jeremiah 31:31 "Behold, the days are coming, says the Lord, when I will make a new covenant with the house of Israel and the house of Judah." http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1163122 Sun, 18 Mar 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:13:25 Fr. Chris The Passover meal at this point in our Gospel reading, John 6:4-15, had been celebrated for 1500 years. Bread reminded them of how God always provided for them, just as we are reminded of how God provides for us every Sunday at the Eucharist. Listen to Fr. Chris as he explains that God knows we struggle, just like the Israelites did in the desert. But in our struggle and pain, He provides. He sent his son. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1163049 Sun, 11 Mar 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:19:04 Fr. Mark This is the first Sunday of the month, so Fr. Mark begins the sermon with a children's message. The children's message and that for the adults is the same, it is based on the Gospel, John 2:13-22. Jesus cleanses the temple by overturning tables, driving out money-changers, people who ere selling oxen, sheep and doves. It's a very physical act that has a spiritual reality to it. These were obstacles that were turning away the intent of the Father's house into a house of merchandise. Listen to Fr. Mark as he relates his own obstacles, how he removed them, and how you can remove yours as well - whether they be physical or spiritual. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1163119 Sun, 04 Mar 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:15:55 Fr. Chris This week's Gospel, Mark 8:31-38, begins with Peter taking Jesus aside and rebuking him for predicting his suffering, death and resurrection. How could Peter do that? Listen to Fr. Chris as he explains that, like Peter, we are all sinners but this is only half of the truth. This is only half of the story. Jesus gives us the second half, but there is something we need to do. We need to participate in the Divine Exchange, for God is forgiving, loving and merciful. God wants all of us - the good, and the bad. But how do we do that? You'll have to listen to Fr. Chris as explains how to do just that. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1163047 Sun, 25 Feb 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:21:01 Fr. Chris As we begin the Lenten season, we are reminded that there is evil in this world. Listen to Fr. Chris as he uses our Gospel reading, Mark 1:9-13, to address several of the questions we ask ourselves in times of tragedy... Does God exist and how do we know? Fr. Chris further explains that there is Good News, evil is NOT winning and as Christians, we can do something about it. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1163070 Sun, 18 Feb 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:24:31 Fr. Chris This week's sermon is based on Gospel reading, Mark 9: 2-9. Listen to Fr. Chris as he explains how Jesus wants to pursue a relationship with you. He wants to takes your brokeness to the Cross and make it beautiful. He wants you to be part of the story, he wants all of us to be part of His story. Look around at your life. What do you see? Christianity is about the gift of God's grace and how the cross can make you flawless. It isn't something you do, it is something you accept. Fr. Chris ends with a powerful video from the group MercyMe, "Flawless." http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1163052 Sun, 11 Feb 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:29:20 Fr. Mark Fr. Mark begins the sermon with a message to the children. There are two aspects of faith - Truth and Trust. When we have trust and truth in Jesus, we follow him and become his disciples. This week the Gospel of John takes us to the room where 11 of the disciples are gathered in fear of the Jews. The doors are shut but we are reminded that locked doors can't keep a resurrected Jesus out. Listen to Fr. Mark as he tells you that Jesus brings you peace, no matter your struggle. He can meet you where you are, even in a locked room. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1163041 Sun, 04 Feb 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:16:02 Fr. Chris This Sunday's gospel is the beginning of Jesus' ministry with him commanding an evil spirit to come out of a man. The discipleship narrative continues with Andrew, Peter, James and John witnessing this very public act in the synagogue in Capernaum. What does this all mean? How is this possible? Listen to Fr. Chris as he explains that the Kingdom of God IS the conquest and the conquering of evil in the world. By delivering this man from evil, Jesus has demonstrated that he wants to deliver all of us from evil. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1163113 Sun, 28 Jan 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:18:59 Fr. Chris Jesus comes without a slick marketing campaign, his videos have not gone viral on YouTube, there are no Hollywood cameras following him around... It is just him. Listen to Fr. Chris as he describes what it would have been like to be there as a witness to the beginning of His Call to his disciples. In the Gospel of Mark, that Call is always immediate, transformational and that Call is the same as it was in Zebedee's time as it is in ours. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1163116 Sun, 21 Jan 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:19:53 Fr. Chris This week, Fr. Chris' sermon is based on the Gospel reading, John 1:43-51. Listen as Fr. Chris talks about discovering the beauty & joy of Christian discipleship and how Jesus wants to heal your brokeness. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1163117 Sun, 14 Jan 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:19:38 Fr. Mark Listen to Fr. Mark explain how extraordinary things happen after your baptism... your salvation begins! This week's sermon is based on the Gospel reading of Mark 1:7-11 and begins with a message to the children. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1163071 Sun, 07 Jan 2018 00:00:00 -1000 00:14:11 Fr. Chris Gospel: John 1:1-18 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1175515 Sun, 31 Dec 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:15:55 Fr. Chris Gospel Luke 1: 26-38 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1175620 Sun, 24 Dec 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:24:41 Fr. Mark Gospel: Luke 2:1-20 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1175503 Sun, 24 Dec 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:12:40 Fr. Crosthwait Gospel: John 1: 6-8, 19-28 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1175624 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:22:59 Fr. Chris Gospel Mark 1: 1-8 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1175691 Sun, 10 Dec 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:20:48 Fr. Mark Gospel Mark 13: 24-37 Includes the children's message http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1175695 Sun, 03 Dec 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:15:03 Fr. Mark Gospel: Matthew 25: 31-46 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1176018 Sun, 26 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:09:57 Fr. Crosthwait Gospel: Matthew 25: 14-30 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1176016 Sun, 19 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:18:13 Fr. Chris Gospel: Matthew 25: 1-13 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1176003 Sun, 12 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:20:37 Fr. Mark Gospel: Matthew 5: 1-12 Includes the children's message http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1176015 Sun, 05 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:14:04 Fr. Chris Gospel: Matthew 22:34-46 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1176014 Sun, 29 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:23:10 Fr. Mark Gospel: Matthew 22: 15-22 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1176012 Sun, 22 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:11:23 Bishop Jack Iker Gospel: Matthew 21: 1-14 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1176010 Sun, 15 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:12:03 Fr. Chris Gospel: Matthew 21: 33-43 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1176009 Sun, 08 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:21:59 Fr. Mark Gospel: Matthew 21:28-32 Includes a children's message http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1176008 Sun, 01 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:12:11 Fr. Mark Gospel: Matthew 20:1-16 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1176007 Sun, 24 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:10:34 Fr. Chris Gospel: Matthew 18:21-35 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1176001 Sun, 17 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:11:13 Fr. Chris Gospel: Matthew 18-15-20 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1175998 Sun, 10 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:22:17 Fr. Chris Gospel: Matthew 16:13-20 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1175995 Sun, 27 Aug 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:19:31 Fr. Chris Gospel: Matthew 15:21-28 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1175994 Sun, 20 Aug 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:16:17 Fr. Mark Gospel: Matthew 14: 22-33 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1175991 Sun, 13 Aug 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:11:53 Fr. Chris Gospel: Luke 9: 28-36 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1175996 Sun, 06 Aug 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:21:00 Fr. Mark Gospel Matthew 13-31-33, 44-49a http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1175990 Sun, 30 Jul 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:12:33 Fr. Mark Gospel: Matthew 13: 24-30, 36-43 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1175988 Sun, 23 Jul 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:11:44 Fr. Mark Gospel: Matthew 13: 1-23 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1175987 Sun, 16 Jul 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:12:17 Fr. Chris Gospel: Matthew 11: 25-30 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1175986 Sun, 09 Jul 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:19:23 Fr. Mark Gospel: Matthew 10: 34-42 Includes the children's message http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1175982 Sun, 02 Jul 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:13:12 Fr. Chris Gospel: Matthew 10: 16-33 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1175979 Sun, 25 Jun 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:17:00 Fr. Chris Gospel: Matthew 9:35-10:15 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1175976 Sun, 18 Jun 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:20:57 Fr. Mark Gospel : Matthew 28: 16-20 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1176112 Sun, 11 Jun 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:12:49 Fr. Mark Gospel: John 15: 1-8 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1182207 Sun, 21 May 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:12:42 Fr. Chris Sunday's readings Deuteronomy 6:20-25 Psalm 66 I Peter 2:1-10 John 14:1-14 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1182208 Sun, 14 May 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:17:54 Fr. Mark Gospel: John 10:1-21 Includes Children's message http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1182212 Sun, 07 May 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:08:25 Fr. Chris Gospel: Luke 24:1 3-35 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1182217 Sun, 30 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:16:37 Fr. Mark Gospel: John 20: 19-31 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1182214 Sun, 23 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:14:19 Fr. Chris Gospel: Matthew 28:1-10 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1182218 Sun, 16 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:16:07 Fr. Chris Gospel: Matthew 21:1-11; Matthew 26: 36-27:66 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1182219 Sun, 09 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:25:24 Fr. Chris Gospel: John 9: 1-38 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1182220 Sun, 26 Mar 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:19:16 Fr. Mark Gospel: John 4:5-42 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1182221 Sun, 19 Mar 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:13:27 Fr. Mark Gospel: John 3:1-17 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1182223 Sun, 12 Mar 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:12:27 Fr. Mark Gospel: Matthew 4: 1-11 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1182224 Sun, 05 Mar 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:13:15 Fr. Chris Fr. Chris gives two inspiring meditations on two of the most important women of the Bible - Eve and Mary. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1182229 Sat, 04 Mar 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:18:45 Fr. Chris Fr. Chris gives two inspiring meditations on two of the most important women of the Bible - Eve and Mary. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1182231 Sat, 04 Mar 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:18:39 Fr. Chris Gospel: Matthew 6: 1-6, 16-21 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1182226 Wed, 01 Mar 2017 00:00:00 -1000 00:05:29 Fr. Chris Gospel: Luke 12: 49-56 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1182262 Sun, 14 Aug 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:20:52 Fr. Mark Gospel: Luke 11: 1-13 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1182235 Sun, 24 Jul 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:12:51 Fr. Mark Gospel: Luke 10: 28-42 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1182243 Sun, 17 Jul 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:11:53 Fr. Chris For the 3 weeks, Fr. Chris will discuss the Call of Christ, the Great Commission, and the Great Command. And this is because for the world to believe, for society to improve, for the redemption of humankind, the world must see a visible and vibrant Church full of Christian disciples, who know how to make disciples. This, then, is the idea of the sermon series. But, more than that, this is the emerging call to our congregation at Christ the Redeemer Anglican Church, going into the fall and beyond into our future, that we will go and make disciples of all nations. This Sunday' Gospel reading: Luke 10: 25-37 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1194837 Sun, 10 Jul 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:16:47 Fr. Chris For the 3 weeks, Fr. Chris will discuss the Call of Christ, the Great Commission, and the Great Command. And this is because for the world to believe, for society to improve, for the redemption of humankind, the world must see a visible and vibrant Church full of Christian disciples, who know how to make disciples. This, then, is the idea of the sermon series. But, more than that, this is the emerging call to our congregation at Christ the Redeemer Anglican Church, going into the fall and beyond into our future, that we will go and make disciples of all nations. This Sunday's Gospel reading: Luke 10:1-20 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1194836 Sun, 03 Jul 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:23:03 Fr. Chris For the 3 weeks, Fr. Chris will discuss the Call of Christ, the Great Commission, and the Great Command. And this is because for the world to believe, for society to improve, for the redemption of humankind, the world must see a visible and vibrant Church full of Christian disciples, who know how to make disciples.This, then, is the idea of the sermon series. But, more than that, this is the emerging call to our congregation at Christ the Redeemer Anglican Church, going into the fall and beyond into our future, that we will go and make disciples of all nations. This Sunday's Gospel Reading: Luke 9:51-62 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1194834 Sun, 26 Jun 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:24:40 Fr. Mark Gospel: Luke 9:18-24 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1182236 Sun, 19 Jun 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:14:29 Fr. Chris Gospel: Luke 7: 36-50 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1182237 Sun, 12 Jun 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:19:48 Fr. Mark Gospel: Luke 7:11-17 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1182239 Sun, 05 Jun 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:14:19 Fr. Chris Gospel: Luke 7: 1-10 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1182241 Sun, 29 May 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:15:03 Fr. Mark Gospel: John 16:5-15 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1182234 Sun, 22 May 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:14:24 Fr. Chris Gospel reading: John 17:20-26 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1194838 Sun, 08 May 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:24:20 Fr. Mark and Nicholas Gospel reading: John14: 23-29 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1194841 Sun, 01 May 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:19:34 Fr. Mark Gospel Reading: John 13:31-35 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1194843 Sun, 24 Apr 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:13:24 Fr. Chris Gospel: John 10: 19-31 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1194844 Sun, 17 Apr 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:22:24 Fr. Zeke Gospel: John 21:1-14 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1194845 Sun, 10 Apr 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:32:11 Fr. Chris Gospel: John 20: 19-31 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1194846 Sun, 03 Apr 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:23:57 Fr. Chris Gospel: Luke 24:1-10 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1194847 Sun, 27 Mar 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:16:23 Fr. Mark Gospel: Luke 22:39-71 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1194849 Sun, 20 Mar 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:02:59 Fr. Mark Gospel: Luke 20: 9-19 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1194850 Sun, 13 Mar 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:14:48 Fr. Mark Gospel: Luke 15:11-32 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1194851 Sun, 06 Mar 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:20:06 Fr. Chris Gospel: Luke 4: 21-32 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1194852 Sun, 28 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:23:30 Archbishop Foley Beach Gospel: Luke 13:22-35 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1194853 Sun, 21 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:23:53 Fr. Mark Gospel: Luke 4:1-13 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1194854 Sun, 14 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:12:31 Fr. Mark Gospel: Luke 9:28-36 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1194857 Sun, 07 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:19:59 Fr. Mark Gospel: Luke 4: 21=32 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1194859 Sun, 31 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:12:29 Fr. Engin Yildirim Fr. Engin Yildirim, an Anglican priest, grew up in a Muslim family in Turkey. He speaks about his journey in becoming a Christian. http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1194866 Wed, 27 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -1000 01:19:01 Fr. Chris Gospel: Luke 4:14-21 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1194861 Sun, 24 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:19:11 Dr. Nevada Delapp Gospel: John 2:1-11 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1194862 Sun, 17 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:28:57 Fr. Chris Gospel: Luke 3:15-16,21-22 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1194865 Sun, 10 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:16:13 Fr. Mark Gospel: Luke 2:41-52 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1196762 Sun, 03 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -1000 00:14:20 Fr. Chris Gospel: John 1:1-18 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1196759 Sun, 27 Dec 2015 00:00:00 -1000 00:12:30 Fr. Chris Gospel: Luke 1: 1-20 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1196754 Thu, 24 Dec 2015 00:00:00 -1000 00:14:04 Fr. Mark Gospel: Luke 1: 39-56 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1196775 Sun, 20 Dec 2015 00:00:00 -1000 00:05:52 Fr. Chris Gospel: Luke 3: 7-18 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1196772 Sun, 13 Dec 2015 00:00:00 -1000 00:15:00 Fr. Mark Gospel: Luke 3: 1-6 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1196769 Sun, 06 Dec 2015 00:00:00 -1000 00:15:43 Fr. Mark Gospel: Luke 21: 25-31 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1196764 Sun, 29 Nov 2015 00:00:00 -1000 00:14:04 Fr. Chris Gospel: John 18: 33 -37 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1196786 Sun, 22 Nov 2015 00:00:00 -1000 00:24:20 Fr. Mark Gospel: Mark 12:38-44 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1196781 Sun, 08 Nov 2015 00:00:00 -1000 00:14:19 Fr. Chris Gospel: Matthew 5: 1-12 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1196777 Sun, 01 Nov 2015 00:00:00 -1000 00:20:23 Fr. Chris We all wonder, and we all have questions about God. None of us, believer and non – believer, have it all figured out and these questions around God are arguably some of the most important questions we should all explore. Gospel Reading: Mark 10:46-52 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1196793 Sun, 25 Oct 2015 00:00:00 -1000 00:22:23 Fr. Mark We all wonder, and we all have questions about God. None of us, believer and non – believer, have it all figured out and these questions around God are arguably some of the most important questions we should all explore. Gospel reading Mark 10: 10: 35-45 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1196801 Sun, 18 Oct 2015 00:00:00 -1000 00:20:01 Fr. Chris We all wonder, and we all have questions about God. None of us, believer and non – believer, have it all figured out and these questions around God are arguably some of the most important questions we should all explore. Gospel reading Mark 10: 17-31 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1196799 Sun, 11 Oct 2015 00:00:00 -1000 00:22:35 Fr. Mark We all wonder, and we all have questions about God. None of us, believer and non – believer, have it all figured out and these questions around God are arguably some of the most important questions we should all explore. Gospel reading Mark 10: 2-9 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1196807 Sun, 04 Oct 2015 00:00:00 -1000 00:12:19 Fr. Chris We all wonder, and we all have questions about God. None of us, believer and non – believer, have it all figured out and these questions around God are arguably some of the most important questions we should all explore. Gospel reading Mark 9: 28-48 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1196810 Sun, 27 Sep 2015 00:00:00 -1000 00:19:37 Fr. Chris We all wonder, and we all have questions about God. None of us, believer and non – believer, have it all figured out and these questions around God are arguably some of the most important questions we should all explore. Gospel reading Mark 9: 30-37 http://ctrfw.org/media/ctr-sermons?id=1196816 Sun, 20 Sep 2015 00:00:00 -1000 00:20:17