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Preacher: Capt Peter Lloyd [Texts: Philippians 2:1-13; Matthew 21:23-32] Peter takes us into the conflict and the challenges of the gospel story. 
Preacher: Ian Hardcastle [Texts: Matthew 19:16-20:16; Jonah 3:10-4:11] The main reading was the Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard. We found that God is generous - really generous. The text is below and here is a link to the video. The sermon starts at 15:51.
Preacher: Ian Hardcastle [Texts: Matthew 18:21-25; Romans 1-21; Genesis 50:15-21] Jesus tells the story of the Unforgiving Servant to explain forgiveness to Peter and so to us. As we look at this we will explore some ways we can approach forgiveness and succeed in forgiving others who have wounded us. The sermon is below in document form or you can watch it here in the Sunday video.
Preacher: Ian Hardcastle [Texts: Romans 13:8-14; Matthew 18:15-20; Ezekiel 33:7-11] Ian found a mystery fourth text which links all three of these readings together. See how love undergirds the process Jesus lays before us for making peace with a fellow Christian. You can see a video of the sermon here.
Preacher: Helen Hardcastle [Texts: Romans 12:9-21; Matthew 16:21-28] Jesus gave a huge challenge to all who follow him by saying we must take up our cross and follow him. Helen explores the need for a change of heart and how we are dependent on the Holy Spirit to empower us to be whom he calls us to be. In this context, Romans 12:9ff can serve as a thermometer of our zeal and discipleship. Download the sermon below to read or watch it here in the videoed service.
Preacher: Peter Lloyd [Matthew 16:13-20] It was a question to the disciples then and it is still a question today? Who do YOU say Jesus is?
Preacher: Ian Hardcastle [Texts: Matthew 15:21-28 with Isaiah 56:1,6-8; Romans 11:1-2a, 29-32] When Jesus travelled to Tyre and Sidon (modern day South Lebanon) he had an odd conversation with a local woman. It is important for us gentile believers as it prefigures our inclusion in the Kingdom. Download the sermon below or watch it in the online video service.
Preacher: Ian Hardcastle [Texts: Matthew 14:22-33; 1 Kings 19:9-18; Romans 10:5-15] Peter walks on water - Wow! But what do we learn about faith from his walking and his sinking?
Preacher: Ian Hardcastle [Texts: Acts 6:1-16; Matthew 23:27-36] Our church is named after Saint Stephen - what can we learn from his example?
Preacher: Peter Lloyd [Text: Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23] Mustard seed - something tiny yet such potential. What tiny things are in our grasp which God can make to be of great significance?
Preacher: Ian Hardcastle [Texts: Matthew 13:24-43]
Jesus taught the parable of the Wheat and Weeds. We learn about judgement (by us of others and by God of us all) and also in passing about suffering. Let's dive into the video below. Preacher: Peter Lloyd [Texts: Zechariah 9:9-12; Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30] What does Zechariah mean by "prisoners of hope"? Peter weaves it into the gospel account and shows how we all need to be such prisoners. Read the sermon below or listen to it in the service video from 25:30 to learn more and be encouraged!
Preacher: Peter Lloyd [Texts: Matthew 10:40-42; Genesis 22:1-14; Romans 6:12-23] We have a high calling as disciples with rare privilege and sometimes a very high cost. Peter helps us consider this by looking at Abraham and two contemporary examples of those who have given much. The sermon may be watched in the video of the service starting at 27:15.
Preacher: Ian Hardcastle [Text: Matthew 10:16-39] Discipleship can be tough and demanding, but Jesus assures us that God knows every detail and cares for us. "His eye is on the sparrow and I know he cares for me." The text may be downloaded below or watched on the service video starting from 25:23.
Preacher: Ian Hardcastle [Text Matthew 9:35 - 10:13; Exodus 19:2-8] Jesus sends the twelve Apostles out on their first missionary journey with instructions - suddenly they are no longer watching him but expected to do the same things he did. How does this apply to us in the shops, work or walking down the street? The sermon may be downloaded below or viewed here starting from 29:04.
Preacher: Ian Hardcastle [Texts: Numbers 11:24-30; Acts 2:1-21; John 20:19-23] Pentecost - the Holy Spirit comes on the disciples. How does that relate to Jesus breathing on the disciples on the evening of his resurrection and saying, "Receive the Holy Spirit?" What is common is the presence of God resulting in peace and power. The sermon can be watched in the service video starting at 20:00.
Preacher: Peter Lloyd [Text: John 17:1-11] Peter looks at these words of Jesus on the eve of his death as his last request and leads us to think of their import and fulfillment.
Preacher: Helen Hardcastle [Text: John 14:15-21] Here in seven verses, there are seven promises. Helen explores them with the help of Russian dolls and an icon! The sermon is recorded and available in the online sermon here, starting at 19:00.
Preacher: Ian Hardcastle [Texts: John 14:1-14; Exodus 33:12-23] In Jesus we find reality, life itself and we are brought near to the Father. When he was on earth, he was the dwelling place of God on earth; now the Church has that honour. The sermon is also available in video form here starting at 18:29.
Preacher: Ian Hardcastle [Texts: John 10:1-10; Psalm 23; 1 Peter 2:19-25] In these trying times, it is strengthening to know that our God cares for us personally as a shepherd does his flock. We see how Jesus dealt with the man born blind and defended him and how he promises superabundant life. The video of the sermon is in the service video starting at 16:16.
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