St Mark Sermons

Fr Paul Baky teaches that sin includes not only committing evil but also failing to do good when we have the opportunity.

Fr Anthony Messeh continues the 'Habits That B.L.E.S.S.' series by exploring how to follow Jesus’ example by slowing down and focus on intentionally blessing others.

In his sermon “The War on Thoughts,” Fr Arseny explains that sin begins with a thought or temptation, which is not itself a sin, but becomes dangerous when we entertain, accept and consent to it, allowing it to grow into a passion that can control our lives. Although the Lord knows our innermost thoughts, this is both reassuring and a reminder to remain vigilant in guarding our minds. To overcome...

Through the Gospel story of healing a blind and mute man, the sermon calls believers to resist modern culture's normalization of evil and bring their hearts to Christ for spiritual restoration

Fr Antony Paul explores Christ as the Bread of Life, emphasizing that spiritual nourishment through Christ is essential for eternal life. We are called to examine what we feed our spirits through our senses and to pursue a life rooted in Christ and the sacraments.

The Feast of the Annunciation marks the beginning of Christ’s incarnation and God’s plan to restore humanity’s relationship with Him. We are called to remember this salvation, resist sin, and follow St. Mary’s example of willingness to serve God.

In this sermon for the Feast of the Cross, Fr Antony Paul reflects on the true meaning of the Cross of Christ - once the most brutal and humiliating form of execution, now the ultimate symbol of victory, love, and salvation.

Fr Lazarus explores Jesus’ teaching that a house divided cannot stand, emphasizing the importance of unity with Christ.

Pride blinds us, envy poisons our hearts, and anger distorts our judgment. In the story of Jesus casting out a demon, the Pharisees witnessed God’s power yet accused Him of working through Beelzebub. Their pride prevented them from recognizing the truth, their envy rejected His authority, and their anger turned them against the very One who came to save them. Tune in.

Abouna reflects on the Sunday Gospel of Matthew 12:22-28: "A House Divided Cannot Stand". He discusses how our thoughts can be a reflection of who we are, and how we can be filled with good thoughts over bad ones, and how to be led by the Spirit of God.

Fr David describes how even in our struggles, the Lord is always leading, using the Gospel story of the disciples going through a storm on the boat.

True victory over sin and corruption comes through Christ alone. When we allow God to transform our hearts, we overcome the darkness of this world and begin to experience the freedom, healing, and new life found in Him.

A reminder that our participation in the liturgy opens our hearts to Christ and brings down the walls of darkness.

Reflecting on Christ’s warning about a divided kingdom in Matthew 12:22–28, Kiro explores how division begins within our own hearts and spreads into our relationships. He calls us to unite our faith and actions through repentance, humility and love, choosing reconciliation over the need to be right. Discover how unity with Christ shapes the way we forgive, disagree and serve one another.

Reflecting on the miraculous catch of fish in Luke 5:1–11, Fr Dan explores how an honest awareness of our unworthiness opens us to God’s grace. Drawing on Peter and Isaiah, he calls us to approach prayer, confession, Holy Communion and service with humility, reverence and thanksgiving. Christ meets our brokenness with the words “Do not be afraid,” lifting us up and calling us to follow Him.

Do you pray but walk away feeling like you never really connected with God? Fr Jonathan shares stories of Pope Shenouda, Pope Kyrillos and Elijah, and gives practical tips on building a spiritual canon and coming to prayer with faith, need and humility

What is your demeanor when you enter God's House or when you approach God to pray in your own home or in your own heart? Do you realize what it means to be in His presence? We live on a tiny fraction of a tiny planet in a vast grandeur of a universe. Yet, God cares specifically about that tiny speck, even though he is infinitely larger. What happens when the righteous approach God? They bow down a...

Welcome to SMS at SMSK! We are so happy you are here! Join us as we continue our series on Forgiveness. This week, talks about how we can let go. She mentions practical steps we can take. 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! Join us as we conclude our series on forgiveness. For the last part of the series, Fr. John talks about an often overlooked side of forgiveness - forgiving oneself. Join us every Sunday at 11:30AM at St. Moses and St. Katherine Coptic Orthodox Church in downtown Toronto. www.smsk.ca ‪@StMosesStKatherine‬

Do we have faith to be healed?

Tune in to Fr Michael as he contemplates on the great, John the Baptist.

Tune in to Fr Anthony as he contemplates on how the standard of the world is very different to the standard of God.

Fr Anthony Messeh takes us through Romans 8 which explores how believers are freed from condemnation through Christ and receive new life through the Holy Spirit. We are called to live with the confidence that we are God’s children and co-heirs with Christ.

Fr Anthony Messeh goes through Romans 7, explaining the purpose of the law, the importance of love over tradition, and the inner struggle between wanting to do what is right and being drawn toward sin.

Fr Mark reflects the three stages of experiencing God's Grace: experiencing God's overwhelming grace, recognising our weakness and sin, and responding to God's call to mission by sharing Jesus with others.