First Presbyterian Church of Fairfield Sermons

Pastor Greg Penza reads from Malachi and Luke and shows us how to retain hope in the Lord even when our lives feel as though there’s no hope left to have.

Guest speaker Peter Mitchell reads from II Corinthians and John, and in alignment with Consecration Sunday, talks about the joy and benefits of “generous and cheerful giving” in which God will bless us abundantly.

Pastor Greg Penza reads from Genesis and Romans, and through Abraham’s story, shows us to have faith “that God will do what only God can do.”

Pastor Greg Penza reads from Provers and Matthew, reassuring us of the importance of prioritizing heavenly treasure as opposed to earthly treasure.

Pastor Greg Penza reads from Matthew, and shows us the importance of generosity both within ourselves — to appreciate ourselves and what we have to offer - as well as toward others.

Pastor Greg Penza reads from Proverbs and James, showing us the importance of actively listening to God, the people in our lives, and the world around us. “Listening is the fulfillment of the greatest commandment and the golden rule...”

Guest Pastor Liz Whitney reads from Matthew and Psalm, guiding us to opening our hearts entirely to God, navigating through darkness, and how God’s love is always embracing.

Pastor Greg Penza reads from Hebrews and John, and, through the stories of “Doubting Thomas,” shows us how we can maintain our faith in God even when events in our lives push it to the test.

Pastor Greg Penza reads from Psalm and John, showing the way that the love of God constantly pervades even through sin, and the importance of, as a community, giving each other hope through brokenness.

Pastor Greg Penza reads from Matthew and Galatians and helps us to discover hope and rest amidst the constant unease in today’s world. “We worship a God of hope. God gives us hope…”

Pastor Greg Penza reads from Isaiah and Luke, comparing Martha and Mary’s practices of Christianity, showing us how to be anchored Christians, as opposed to distracted Christians.

In this final reading from the series from the book Ruth, Pastor Greg Penza helps us to navigate through challenges and difficulty in the way Ruth would, and know that God always finds a way to redeem even the most brokenhearted.

Pastor Greg Penza continues to read from the book of Ruth, showing us how God works through small, seemingly insignificant acts, not just grand gestures.

Pastor Greg Penza continues to read from the book of Ruth, and shows us how to use God’s word to inspire acts of kindness.

Pastor Greg Penza continues to read from the book of Ruth, showing us that no matter what we go through, we can be inspired by God’s word and be assured that He will guide and protect us.

Pastor Greg Penza continues to read from the book of Ruth, exploring the love of Ruth and Naomi, and how it mirrors Jesus’s love for us.

Pastor Greg Penza begins his summer series on the book of Ruth, and helps us to practice acknowledging the goodness of God in difficult times.

Pastor Greg Penza reads from Isaiah and John, and preaches on how to accept, heal, and grow from the broken relationships that may be present in our lives.

Pastor Greg Penza reads from Isaiah and 1 Corinthians, asks and teaches us how we can win over people for Christ, and explores how we must “become all things for all people.”

Pastor Greg Penza reads from Proverbs and Matthew, recalling the story of Peter, saying that we do not create our own vision or purpose, but find it through God.

Pastor Greg Penza reads from Matthew and Ezra, showing us the importance to listen to God’s voice, and how the word of God will do us no good unless we listen, absorb, and take it to heart… “God’s word inspires Godly action…”

Guest speaker Kim Hill reads from Exodus and Romans, recalling and delving into the story of the sinful worshipping of the Golden Calf.

Pastor Greg Penza looks at the books of Acts and Exodus, showing us how The Holy Spirit empowers us to speak the word of God, and to open ourselves to listen and be filled by it.

Pastor Greg Penza continues to look at Haggai and teaches us that God's grace is transferrable, taking our defilement and giving us His holiness.

Pastor Greg Penza continues reading from the book of Haggai and guides us on how to not let disappointment in our lives stop us, but instead be moved by God to fulfill his commands and believe in his promises.