“Peace be with you” – a homily on radical inclusion

Open Table, St John Waterloo, Sunday 14 April 2024 Easter 2 – Gospel: Luke 24:36-48 As we gather this evening for our Open Table service, full of warmth, welcome and inclusion here at St John’s, we come with our own unique experiences, our struggles, and our joys. As queer Christians, we often come to Church… Continue reading “Peace be with you” – a homily on radical inclusion

“Can anything good come out of Nazareth?” – a homily on discipleship

St Mary Magdalene Munster Square (11:00) Open Table, St John Waterloo (18:00) Sunday 14 January 2024 Epiphany 2 – Gospel: John 1:43-end Can anything good come out of Nazareth? That was Nathanael’s sceptical response to Philip’s invitation to meet Jesus the one he said was prophesied in the Law and by the Prophets. Can anything… Continue reading “Can anything good come out of Nazareth?” – a homily on discipleship

Time for change that will bring a more equal share in God’s kingdom for everyone – a homily on the parable of the wicked tenants

In a departure to my usual occasional blog posts, this one records the first time on which I have preached in church and hopefully will be the first of several such posts where I have the opportunity to publish homilies and sermons as I begin to explore my vocation towards ordained ministry. I hope readers… Continue reading Time for change that will bring a more equal share in God’s kingdom for everyone – a homily on the parable of the wicked tenants