Gloucester Vineyard Church

A MANIFESTO is a written declaration of the intentions, motives, or views of the issuer. Emily explores the words of Jesus in what has historically been called "The Sermon on the Mount". These chapters declare the intentions, motives, and views of Jesus.

Daniel launches into the series on the book of MATTHEW. The aim of the series is to remember well who Jesus is and what he is doing. One of the key things Jesus is doing is inviting every person into a FAMILY, and inviting every person to join a REVOLUTION. Really...?!

We are well into the Christmas season and Daniel looks at the first account of the birth of Jesus. The Messiah finally arrived, but how does that help me?

GVC friend Jo Pestell shares from her favourite gospel: John. Waltzing through portions of the life of Jesus, we see the disciples following Jesus. What they learn helps us answer the question of what He hopes for us.

Everyone loves a good story. Emily explores the story of the people of Israel in a lesson for today: Do you know the story of God? How has that story impacted your story? Do you remember God's goodness?

This week Don reflects on a relationship with God. That friendship involves worship -- proper, meaningful worship. What might be getting in the way of my worship of the One who loves me most?

Daniel opens the book of the Bible that his name comes from and says that following God's way can be hard sometimes. What if bad stuff still happens to us? Listen to this podcast for some wonderful encouragement.

Ben opens three chapters of 1 Corinthians to suggest that culture affects how we relate to others, especially those in our church. Could the Apostle Paul's challenges to attitudes in the ancient Corinthian church help us with attitudes in our modern, 21st century church?

This week Diane looks at the words of Paul as he writes from prison to the Christians in Colossae. The descriptions of who Jesus is and what He is doing in the world can bring us hope and joy.

As Daniel explores this passage, we see the amazing work of Jesus. Yet, it's also an aspiration for this church, and each of us as Christ followers. Listen in to find out what is "F.A.S.T." and "H.G.V." (part 3 of 3)

We sometimes hear that the church is irrelevant and wonder if God is working. Daniel describes some of his recent experiences with friends and looks at some words of Jesus that describe what God's kingdom growth looks like. (part 2 of 3)

We were all glad to be back together after the summer break. Emily launches our autumn by reminding us of what Jesus taught about vineyards and walking with Him. How are you remaining in Jesus? (part 1 of 3)

What is your understanding of what God is like? Does your opinion match with what the Bible says? Diane looks at this well-known chapter to help us understand rightly God's love and how He hopes we will love others.

Claire starts with the early verses of Isaiah 42 to talk about selflessness, generosity, and our God-given opportunity to help others.

Do you have a fear of missing out? What is the good life that you are looking for? This week Ben describes a church family from long ago that was having conflict and misplaced values on how the good life is found.

The idea of LOVE is expressed in all kinds of songs, in every genre of music. But what is love? In this message, Diane works with part of Paul's letter to the Corinthian Christians to describe God's love -- a better kind of love than is often seen around us.

GVC friend, Matt, shares about the wonderful work of WORLD VISION. The goal of its global efforts start with this prayer: "Let my heart be broken by the things that break the heart of God." Matt goes on to share about God's great restoration work in Uganda.

Our friend, Wes, from Golden Valley Church shared from Genesis 1. It says that in creation Spirit hovered over the water. What does that mean? There is actually encouragement for us right now as God moves in our lives. How do you welcome God's work in every area of your life?

Are you a 'Don't worry. Be happy" kind of a person? Or, are you a 'prepper', doing everything you can in preparation for any eventuality? Or, do you wrap your whole life experience in cotton wool in response to the world's assaults? In today's talk, Claire challenges us to a better way -- the way of Jesus.

Daniel wraps ups this short series on SABBATH - SILENCE - BOUNDARIES by talking about knowing our limitations as humans. Establishing boundaries is key to a living life to the full in the midst of a crazy world. What are you saying YES to? To what are you saying NO?

In this sermon Daniel starts a short teaching series by discussing the dominant cultural value of busyness. Is it good to be busy? What does Jesus say? This message asks and answers questions along these lines. Have a listen!

Daniel looks at these latter chapters of the book of Mark, with a particular focus on a gathered meal, a smelly gift, and asking "Am I all-in as I worship and follow Jesus?"

This week Ryan goes from Mark 12:28 and into the verses following — about the greatest commandment of loving God and loving others. The recording starts as he gets responses to this question: “What does a person look like who is very in love with God?”

Don discusses sports, leadership, servant leadership, and Jesus.

Emily brings encouragement from encounters with Jesus.