St Mark Sermons

Welcome to SMS at SMSK! We are so happy you are here! Join us as we continue our series on Forgiveness. This week Fr. John talks about forgiving God and the symptoms that highlight our upset. Join is every Sunday at 11:30AM at St. Moses and St. Katherine Coptic Orthodox Church in downtown Toronto. Come, sit with us! www.smsk.ca ‪@StMosesStKatherine‬

Welcome to SMS at SMSK! We are so happy you are here. Join us as we continue talking about forgiveness. Join us every Sunday at 11:30AM at St. Moses and St. Katherine Coptic Orthodox Church in downtown Toronto. www.smsk.ca ‪@StMosesStKatherine‬

Welcome to SMS at SMSK! We are so happy you are here. Join us as we kick start a new series about forgiveness. Join us every Sunday at 11:30AM at St. Moses and St. Katherine Church in downtown Toronto. www.smsk.ca

• Mark 2:1-12 Fr Anthony Messeh takes us through the true richness of lives: 4 friends who were willing to take this man to Christ; the difference between life and death, misery and joy. This sermon reflects on the paralyzed man whose four friends carried him to Jesus, emphasizing how genuine friendship can bring hope, healing, and a life-changing encounter with Christ. This talk challenges listen...

The word faith carries ideas like faithfulness, trust, reliability, and fidelity. In this passage we see the four friends, carry, climb, tear, lower, and persevered. These are all action words. In fact, in Hebrews 11, the hall of faith, we see similar descriptions when Paul mentions a person, it is what action they took. Faith moves.

Sainthood is simplicity of faith. The Lord gives us many examples of saints and their holiness so that we may emulate them and begin to exude a fragrance. One that is a pleasing aroma rising up before God and also that it may attract those around us to glorify God and to seek Him more wholeheartedly.

Sin burdens us until we can carry it no more. It weighs us down and seeks to master us and in turn turns us away from the very One who can take alleviate our burden and loosen every bond of our sin. The story of the sinner woman receiving forgiveness from our Lord reminds us that those who have been forgiven little love little and those who have been forgiven much love much.

This sermon celebrates the growth of the church ministry dedicated to sharing Christ’s love and challenges us to become living witnesses of Him through evangelism, prayer, and faithful service.

This sermon concludes the 'Sacred Spaces' series by exploring how a heart cleansed of sin and filled with prayer and thanksgiving can overflow into the lives of others. It calls us to reflect Christ through sacrificial love, humility, and mercy, showing His love through everyday actions, especially when it requires personal sacrifice.

This sermon reflects on the sinful woman who washed Christ’s feet to show three ways to offer ourselves fully to God: serving with our whole lives, using our mouths for silence and prayer rather than pride or complaint, and offering our tears in repentance and desire for God.

Our thoughts shape how we see ourselves, others, and even God. But what happens when those thoughts become obstacles to faith, forgiveness, and healing? Through the healing of the paralytic, Christ invites us to surrender not only our struggles, but also the hidden thoughts of our hearts—allowing His grace to renew our minds and transform our lives.

SBSS Church - Sermon by Fr David Milad on the gospel of the paralyzed men who was helped to Christ through the roof by his 4 friends. Just as the man who was served was brought to Christ, the 4 fours through their service were also brought to meet Christ

During the 1st Sunday of Baba, the Coptic Orthodox Church reads Mark 2:1-12. Psalm 34 opens with a bold declaration: “My soul shall make its boast in the LORD; the humble shall hear of it and be glad… Oh, magnify the LORD with me.” In this message Fr. Michael Sorial reflects on how we can live.

What would change about your Sunday morning if God opened your spiritual eyes to see what's really happening in the liturgy? This sermon challenges us to stop going through the motions and recognize that every Divine Liturgy is an invitation through an open door into the throne room of heaven, where angels, saints, and the Lamb who was slain are all present and waiting for us to bring our hearts....

Have you ever gone to church and left feeling just as empty as when you arrived? This sermon digs into what it really means to gather in the presence of Christ, and why a true encounter with Him should never leave us unchanged. "If any two or three will gather in my name, I'll be amongst them." This sermon explores: - The difference between showing up at church out of habit and truly gathering in...

This talk explores how we treat our brothers and sisters through the lens of scripture. Fr. Simon reflects on how common human struggles like judgment and jealousy often get in the way of true connection. Instead of competing or condemning, he encourages us to see ourselves as part of a larger plan where we support one another in love. By moving the focus from our own needs to a spirit of unity, w...

In this insightful sermon, Fr Simon reflects on the gospel account of the paralytic man to remind us that God truly desires our salvation and forgiveness. He explains that while we often focus on our worldly troubles, God wants to heal our spiritual ailments and calls us to sincere repentance. By addressing the common barriers like shame, pride, and despair, he encourages us to keep struggling in...

Fr. Matthias Shehad begins a new series on the liturgical life, exploring the true encounter with Christ during the Divine Liturgy. He explains that the liturgy is not merely a sequence of prayers or ancient traditions but a profound experience of Christ’s presence. Fr. Matthias emphasizes that Christ is the head of the Church and the living body that believers participate in, making the liturgy a...

What keeps us grounded when service becomes tiring, unnoticed, or challenging? In Part 3 of Serving Essentials, Fr David reflects on the deeper purpose of serving and how genuine service can keep our hearts anchored in Christ. A practical and encouraging reminder that service is more than what we do—it shapes who we become.

What can God reveal to us through the way we serve others? In Part 2 of Serving Essentials, Fr David explores how genuine service calls us beyond convenience into sacrificial love. Through loving God and our neighbour, especially when it is difficult, service becomes a place where our hearts are transformed and God is revealed to us in a deeper way.

What if service isn’t simply something we do, but an invitation we are called to respond to? In Part 1 of Serving Essentials, Fr David explores the heart behind service and the call to step beyond ourselves. Discover how saying “yes” to God’s invitation can transform not only those we serve, but our own hearts along the way.

Tune in as Fr David Shehata provides practical ways to help navigate the difficulties we may face in our friendships.

The paralytic man and his friends remind us that we must have a determination of faith. We must be determined to reach Christ, overcoming every obstacle through faith. In this sermon, Fr Arseny challenges us to examine whether we like the characters in this gospel are equally determined to repent of our sins, serve God despite difficulties, and always choose what is right, regardless of the cost.

True faith is more than just believing; it requires action, perseverance, and complete trust in God. When we approach Christ with faith, He provides the healing we need, both spiritually and physically, according to His will. No obstacle is too great when we place our trust in Him.

Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the difference between worrying and caring through a biblical lens, referencing Matthew 6 and other scriptures. He explains that caring involves thoughtful planning and trusting God’s providence, while worrying leads to anxiety and paralysis. Fr. Matthias emphasizes that caring allows one to live in the present moment with balance, acknowledging personal limitations wh...