Holy Trinity Silicon Valley - Homilies & Sermons

In this powerful episode, Rev. John Gorin dives deep into the inherent, active power of Scripture. This message isn't just about reading the Bible; it’s about encountering a living, breathing Word that is the ultimate catalyst for transformation. To learn more about Holy Trinity head to: httpss://www.holytrinitysv.org

What if gratitude wasn't just a feeling, but a superpower? In a world filled with challenges, finding a reason to be thankful can feel impossible. In this message, Rev. John Gorin reveals a transformative truth using the story of the ten lepers: giving thanks is one of the most powerful acts of faith you can perform. Discover why gratitude is our most "right response" to God, how it aligns us with...

Feeling weighed down, unqualified, or like God is distant in your struggles? In this powerful message, Rev. John Gorin addresses the real-world challenges that can overwhelm our faith and cause us to lose sight of our purpose. Discover why God doesn't require heroic strength, but rather simple, active faith—even if it's only the size of a mustard seed. Learn how your small steps of trust are the v...

In this sermon Mayo Adigun delves into Jesus's Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus. He unpacks the profound warning that our possessions can possess *us*, blinding us to the suffering of those at our very gates. The parable serves not just as a tale about the afterlife, but as an urgent alarm for the living, confronting us with the reality that how we use our resources has eternal consequences. Vi...

"Get Smart" - David McGaw by Holy Trinity Silicon Valley

Why is the ancient plea, "Lord have mercy," still the most vital expression of faith? This week, we dive deep into the boundless mercy of God, exploring its biblical roots—from Moses' radical advocacy for Israel after the Golden Calf to Christ's parables of the joyful search for the lost sheep and the lost coin. Discover how to humbly receive this daily mercy through repentance (like David in Psal...

"When Worlds Collide" - Rev. John Gorin by Holy Trinity Silicon Valley

Sometimes we do nice things for the wrong reasons. In this sermon Kate Lucky talks about the mixed motives that we can sometimes have when it comes to doing the things we know we need to do as Christians. Find out what she encourages us to do instead when we find ourselves unsure of our true intentions and posture. To find out more about Holy Trinity Silicon Valley: https://www.holytrinitysv.org N...

Judgement can be a dirty word in our culture, so when people talk about the 'Judgement of God' it can feel oppressive or unfair. But Rev. John Gorin discusses why Judgement can actually be a good thing for us, and for a universal concept of Justice. To know more about Holy Trinity Silicon Valley: https://www.holytrinitysv.org

"Proper 15" - Elliot Haught by Holy Trinity Silicon Valley

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Vanity! In the book of Ecclesiastes the author discusses how chasing after meaning and purpose in money, sex, and power was pointless. David McGaw explores the weekly reading from Scripture and explains why these things truly do not feed our souls in the way that God can. To find out more about Holy Trinity Silicon Valley: https://www.holytrinitysv.org

"Pray Audaciously" - Rev. John Gorin by Holy Trinity Silicon Valley

How can we be free from worry? There is so much going on in the world and by extension our own lives. But using the story of Mary and Martha from the Gospels, Rector John Gorin explores finding peace through Christ in worrisome times. Holy Trinity is a growing Anglican parish in the Silicon Valley of the California Bay Area. To find our more about Holy Trinity Silicon Valley: https://holytrinitysv...

"Lord Have Mercy!" - Rev. John Gorin by Holy Trinity Silicon Valley

"Proper 9" - Deacon Cindy Miller by Holy Trinity Silicon Valley

"When Following Jesus Gets Difficult" - Rev. John Gorin by Holy Trinity Silicon Valley

"An Invitation From Jesus" - Rev. John Gorin by Holy Trinity Silicon Valley

"The Astonishing Love of God" - Rev. John gorin by Holy Trinity Silicon Valley

Rev. John Gorin discusses how we all have special spiritual gifts, given by the Holy Spirit, which we are called to use to further the Kingdom of God. To find out more about Holy Trinity Silicon Valley: https://www.hollytrinitysv.org

On Ascension Sunday, Deacon Cindy gives an encouraging homily on Christ's presence with us, even when it seems as though he isn't near. To find out more about Holy Trinity Silicon Valley: https://www.holytrinitysv.org

Rector Rev. John Gorin discusses the power of the Holy Spirit in our lives, as we get closer to the day of Pentecost in this Eastertide season. To find our more about Holy Trinity Silicon Valley head to: https://www.holytrinitysv.org

"Love One Another" - Rev. John Gorin by Holy Trinity Silicon Valley

"Jesus - Our Good Shepherd" - Rector John Gorin by Holy Trinity Silicon Valley

Are you ever tempted to go backwards to what's comfortable even when God has called you forward into something new, but scary? Well the Apostles felt the same way shortly after Christ's resurrection. Join Nik Bartunek as he challenges us to remember the times God came through for us in order to reorient ourselves away from our own power, and lean into what God has called us to.