St Mark Sermons

A Christian must make a choice, he cannot stay neutral. Take a stand by not compromising, but stay in the truth, not compartmentalizing our lives, but having God be part of our total lives, and by not having God as a consultant, but trusting and obeying His ways and words.

Fr. Daniel explores why we often resist seeing God's work in our lives

Fr. Matthias Shehad explores Jonah chapter 4, focusing on the lesson of God’s mercy toward the people of Nineveh and Jonah’s struggle with accepting this mercy. He examines Jonah’s anger at God’s compassion for Nineveh, highlighting Jonah’s personal biases and reluctance to bring salvation to Israel’s enemies. Fr. Matthias contrasts Jonah’s attitude with St. Peter’s openness to God’s plan for Gent...

Fr. Matthias Shehad continues the study of the Book of Jonah, exploring chapters 2 and 3. He examines Jonah’s prayer from the belly of the great fish, highlighting Jonah’s growing faith in God’s mercy even amid his rebellion and despair. Fr. Matthias draws parallels between Jonah’s experience and Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection, emphasizing the symbolism of Jonah’s mission as a type of sa...

In this Fellowship Meeting, Fr. Matthias Shehad begins an in-depth study of the Book of Jonah, exploring its context as one of the twelve minor prophets and its unique role in biblical history. Fr. Matthias explains the distinctions between the major and minor prophets, placing Jonah as a prophet called to preach to the Gentile city of Nineveh—an unusual mission in Israel’s history. He discusses t...

Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the Christian concept of Thanksgiving and its significance in living a joyful life despite trials. He emphasizes that gratitude influences our outlook, shaping whether we experience joy or misery, independent of external circumstances. Fr. Matthias discusses four key aspects of Thanksgiving: sacrifice, self-examination, prayer, and rejoicing. He explains the biblical f...

Fr. Matthias explores nine lessons from the life of the prophet Samuel in this teaching, focusing on the final three. He discusses the importance of giving God what He commands rather than what we think will please Him, using King Saul’s disobedience as a key example. Fr. Matthias highlights how God’s instructions are specific and must be followed with obedience, not just good intentions. He then...

Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the life of Moses, highlighting his transformation through encounters with God. He examines Moses’ initial hesitation, his mistaken attempt to free the Israelites by his own strength, and the 40 years of humility and reflection in the desert that shaped his faith. Fr. Matthias explains how Moses’ reliance shifted from self to trusting God’s plan, even amid setbacks and...

Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the story of the paralytic man brought to Christ by four friends, highlighting how their faith led to healing and forgiveness. He discusses the challenge and responsibility of evangelizing to people who are suffering, emphasizing the importance of understanding their worldview and addressing their specific needs. Fr. Matthias explains how suffering can become an opport...

What does it mean to choose Christ? How do I make faithful decisions in my spiritual life? What does a daily decision to follow Christ look like? Tune in to this talk as Fr David talks about the beautiful message of this Gospel, reflecting on and teaching us about the commitment we need to have in our walk with Christ.

This sermon explores Jesus' teaching that "out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks" (Matthew 12), emphasizing that our words reveal the true condition of our hearts. We are called to guard their hearts by cultivating silence before God and watching their thoughts, allowing His presence to transform the inner life from which all actions and words flow.

The book of Proverbs is constantly comparing people who are foolish to people who are wise. The Bible repeatedly describes foolishness by relying on oneself while wisdom is relying on God’s guidance. Foolishness fuels the fire of a corrupt heart but wisdom brings the heart to God. Wisdom gives us the eyes of the Lord to see the world in a new light. Lying develops hate within our hearts. A lack of...

We never know what the future may bring. God is the Father who gives birth to the future. Because the wise man knows this, he lives day by day, trusting in God and His promises. They have hope that their faith may increase through the Lord. The wise person does not boast of themselves or their accomplishments. The Lord is the one who sees Himself glorified through their works. They do not seek ear...

Good friendship is good refreshment to the soul. A friendship that builds up with its words and feedback, allowing for growth in the person. Wisdom builds up the person and those who surround him. There is a special calling that certain people receive

Do you sometimes feel like your prayers aren't being answered or even heard? in today's Gospel OLJC give us some of the characteristics or requirements of the prayers that get answered.

We are called much more than we can fathom. He has called us to His eternal glory. May we not settle for anything less than this.

This sermon explores the profound significance of Pentecost, identifying it as both the celebration of the Holy Spirit’s descent and the formal birth of the New Testament Church. Fr. Seraphim outlines the multifaceted ways the Spirit operates within the faithful, emphasizing its role in teaching and reminding believers by guiding their prayers and granting them the wisdom to understand the scriptu...

If a sleepy neighbor will help you just to stop the knocking, how much more will a loving God respond to you? The ultimate answer to prayer is not a change in our circumstances, but the presence of God Himself.

Does God feel? Does God suffer? Does He cry? Tune in as Fr Philtaous Metri explores Christ's human nature and how He relates to our human nature, how we reject Christ's love daily, His ultimate love on the cross and much more!

Tune in as Fr Andrew Francis explores the glorious Feast of Hope, how we sometimes feel as if the world around us has gone dark, yet we should still have hope! Why? Listen in and find out why!

As the Lord entered Jerusalem today, Christ also would like to Enter and dwell within us. Tune in as Fr Paula Balamon explores palm Sunday, the symbolism of the donkey, Christ's Humility and much more!

Tune in as Hany Nematalla explores prayer, its affect on both us and on the Lord, The freedom we have in Him, the Help that Christ gives us and much more!

Tune in as Fr explores how we should watch and pray always, the differences the Gospel of each hour, how we should thirst for Christ and much more!

We have the privilege of being called God's fellow workers. Our lives will go beyond the day to day if we choose to accept the call to work with Him day by day.

Tune in as Fr Paula Balamon explores the passover, the link to the Eucharist, the progression of Passion week to the lead up of Christ's crucifixion and much more!