Conversations with Father Greg

Please join as as we journey along, with Jesus, toward Jerusalem.  ( Matthew 21:1-11).

A friend recently sent me a cartoon whose caption read  “I’m pretty confident that my last words will be … it seemed like a good idea at the time.”  Today we consider some of our own choices, both the good and those that are less than ideal.  We also consider what Scripture has to say about making some positive changes to our habit.  ( Romans 8:6-11 )

Have you ever heard the expression "Don't judge a book by its cover?"  Today, we consider what it means in the context of our faith.  ( 1 Samuel 16:1-13 and John 9:1-41 ).

Have you ever been through "a dry spell",or felt as though you were going through a particularly challenging time? It's okay - even Jesus did.   Let's talk about it. ( Exodus 17:1-7 )

Today, we hear from the Rt. Rev. Andrew Asbil, Diocesan Bishop of Toronto, during his Episcopal Visit to Christ Church Kettleby. (Genesis 12:1-4a and John 3:1-17)

We’ve been away for a while , but we’re back, and hoping to reconnect.   In this episode we take time to consider cookies, wolves, and the impact of our choices on ourselves, on others, and on the world.   ( Genesis 2:15-17, 3:1-7 )

If time and money were no obstacle, how would you like to spend your time?   When I’m passionate about something I spend a fair bit of time either thinking about it or making time to do it whenever I can.  What do our words, and our actions say about the things that we're passionate about?   ( Romans 10.8b–13 )

Today we gather, quietly, considering the aroma of pancakes, sausages, and our journey toward Easter.  ( Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21 )

Come and listen to a story about about a monkey, a peanut, and healthy boundaries.   ( Luke 6:27-38 )

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Have you ever heard the joke that starts off by asking “How many Church folks does it take to change a lightbulb?”  It’s an old joke that pokes fun at those who are resistant to change.  Come and listen as we think about how our faith encourages us to be adaptive.   ( 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 )

Come and listen as we consider the Winter Solstice, sunlight, and Jesus going to the temple with his folks.  ( Luke 2:22-40 ) 

This week we take a few minutes to consider how the concept of individual strengths and weaknesses.   How do they benefit us, and those in our communities.( 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 )

How do you feel about gift giving? Have you ever received a gift that you don't know what to do with?  Come and take a listen as we consider the gifts that we have been given.  ( 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 )

How do you feel about surprises?   Some people love 'em, some people hate 'em.   Today we take some time to think about being surprised by God.    Come and take a listen.   ( Acts 8:14-17 )

The first Sunday in the Season of Advent marks the beginning of a new liturgical year, in which we watch, wait, and prepare to celebrate the birth of the Christ child.   Please join us we begin this journey together.  ( 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13 )

What do the sci-fi characters George Taylor, Nova, and the Temple in Jerusalem have to teach us about the Christian faith?    Come and take a listen. ( Mark 13:1-8 )

I am not much of a golfer, but I know enough to know that, like many things in life, golf is a game of degrees.   Being off by a couple of degrees can mean the difference of a few inches or several feet (if not yards).   It’s a reminder that sometimes small things can have a big impact.  Come and listen to what Jesus’ had to say about how this concept impacts many aspects of our lives. ( Mark 12:3...

Today we celebrate the Feast of All Saints Day in which we consider the legacy of faith that we have received from those who have gone before.   ( John 11:32-44 )

Have you ever heard of going nose blind?  It refers to the idea that familiarity can lead to blind spots in life.   Today we chat about learning  see the familiar with fresh eyes.     ( Mark 10:46-52 )

Today we consider a story in which two of Jesus’ closest friends really misread “the room”.   The story serves as a reminder that sometimes things don’t alway go as planned, and some times that’s really okay.   Come and take a listen. ( Mark 10:35-45 )

What do the TV Show characters Sam Malone, Cliff Craven, and Norm Peterson have to teach us not only about Thanksgiving but also about the Christian faith.  Come and take a listen. ( Luke 17:11–19 )

Roughly 20 years ago, an ad campaign asked viewers “What’s in YOUR wallet?”   Join us today, as we pause to consider issues of identity and purpose.  ( Hebrews 1: 1-4, 2:5-12 )

Have you ever seen those sweet little angelic creatures on greeting cards?  Maybe a Cupid?  How about a fellow named Clarence from a 1940's Christmas movie?  Our culture has a fair bit to say about angels, but how does it compare to what Scripture say and how does that affect us?  ( Revelation 12:7-12 )

How do Star Trek, the Cold War, and Jesus help us to understand the right use of power and what in means to be genuinely “great”.  ( Mark 9:30-37 )