St. Mark's New Canaan

The Third Sunday in Lent. In the midst of disasters, how many times have we heard people say, "It's all part of God's plan" or ask, "Where was God?" What if God has nothing to do with the tragedies that occur? Learn how we can face the grief and death of this world and discover what God's plan for our lives really is.

The Second Sunday in Lent.  Explore the depth of Jesus' emotional resilience—his boldness and tenderness, his strength and sorrow. Facing opposition, death threats, and ultimate sacrifice, Jesus remains unwavering in his purpose. How can we imitate Christ’s emotional life in our own? #Jesus #Sermon #Faith #EmotionalResilience #Christianity

What if the biggest threat to your spiritual journey isn’t what you expect? Unpack the reality of temptation, distraction, and the unseen battle for our hearts and minds. Fr. John Kennedy challenges us to recognize the subtle ways we’re nudged off course—and how to stay firmly rooted in Christ. The First Sunday in Lent. #Lent #SpiritualWarfare #FaithJourney #NewCanaan #ECCT

The Last Sunday after the Epiphany. Step into the radiant mystery of the Transfiguration! Journey up the mountaintop to witness Jesus as a being of dazzling light, revealing the fullness of God’s love, life, and presence. How does this divine radiance transform us? What does it mean to walk as children of the light? Discover how encountering God's brilliance reshapes our hearts, our vision, a...

Ash Wednesday. What if, instead of focusing on the red flags in life, we turned our attention to the green ones—the signs of truth, love, and divine presence all around us? The Rev. Elizabeth Garnsey invites us to shift our perspective, tuning our hearts to the goodness of God rather than getting lost in fear, division, and distraction. Lent offers us the chance to reset, to return to a place of s...

The Seventh Sunday after the Epiphany. The Rev. John Kennedy challenges us to reconsider the nature of Christian love. Does Jesus teach us to prioritize those closest to us, or does he call us to something far greater? Explore the radical, universal love that Jesus commands—a love that extends even to our enemies. With compelling insight, Fr. John unpacks what it truly means to be children of the...

The Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany. Why do so many of our attempts at self-improvement and happiness fall short? Fr. John Kennedy explores the universal human longing for happiness and why, despite our relentless pursuit, it often remains elusive. Is happiness found in wealth, comfort, or success? Or does Jesus offer us a radically different path to joy and fulfillment? #episcopal #episcopalchurc...

The Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany.  Dive into the powerful story of Peter’s awakening—his miraculous catch, his overwhelming encounter with the divine, and his life-changing call to follow Jesus. What happens when we step out of the shallow and into the deep? How does an encounter with God reshape everything we thought we knew? This sermon explores the mystery, awe, and irresistible pull of the...

In this uplifting message of unity and hope, Fr. Peter Walsh highlights the transformative power of divine love and the strength of spiritual communion that unites us all. As St. Mark's celebrates its 261st year, may we all remember how shared grace and deep connection can light our way through every season of life. #episcopal #episcopalchurch #episcopalian #church #jesusmovement #wayoflove #...

The Third Sunday after the Epiphany.  What does it mean to follow a Savior who puts mercy at the center of his mission? Join Fr. John Kennedy as he explores Jesus’ inaugural sermon in Nazareth, which was marked by compassion and justice, and reflect on the contrast between earthly leadership and the Divine example. #episcopal #episcopalchurch #episcopalian #church #jesusmovement #wayoflove #christ...

The Second Sunday after the Epiphany.  Transform how you see Jesus and the life you’re called to live. Explore the wedding at Cana, where water becomes wine, joy overflows, and the Messianic age begins. Learn how Jesus, the maker of fine wine, invites us to celebrate, feast, and live with divine joy—even amidst life’s challenges.

The First Sunday after the Epiphany: The Baptism of Our Lord.  In a world shaken by devastating fires, floods, and chaos, our scorched earth is calling us to a new way of being—renewed in love, harmony, and purpose. Rev. Elizabeth Garnsey reflects on the baptism of Jesus, the divine dance of creation, and our call to live fully human in God’s ferocious love. Learn to move with God’s rhythm of love...

The Second Sunday of Christmas. Digital Missioner Rob Schwartz and Jesus have at least one thing in common...disappearing from their parents at a young age! What might we learn when stepping into the shoes of a worried Mary and Joseph, and how might their experience help us when our faith feels lost? #episcopal #episcopalchurch #episcopalian #church #jesusmovement #wayoflove #christian #anglican #...

The First Sunday of Christmas. Reflect on the enduring light of Christ, a beacon of hope that transcends the fleeting joys and challenges of the holiday season. As we navigate the post-Christmas lull, Rev. John Kennedy explores how the light kindled in our hearts at Christmas can continue to shine brightly in our lives and communities. Discover the profound message of John’s Gospel and the transfo...

The Fourth Sunday of Advent.  On the Fourth Sunday of Advent, we journey with Mary and Elizabeth—two women, two miraculous pregnancies, and one shared vision of hope. What can their story teach us about collaboration, resilience, and bringing God's light into a world in disarray? Discover how the Advent promise calls us to awaken, act, and give birth to peace and justice in our everyday lives...

Christmas Day.  This Christmas, Rev. Peter Walsh invites us to journey from the frenzy of commercialized Christmas to the awe-inspiring wonder of the Christ child.  With humor, heart, and deep spiritual insight, he explores how American culture shapes our celebrations and challenges us to rediscover the true meaning of Christmas. From the malls to the manger, from gifts to gratitude, this message...

The Third Sunday of Advent.  What does true strength look like? Discover how John the Baptist’s bold, humble example offers a powerful vision of true strength—one rooted in purpose, virtue, and service to God. In a time of cultural change and challenges, Rev. John Kennedy explores the crises of masculinity and the transformative way the church shapes us to embody Christ-like resilience and joy.

The Second Sunday of Advent..  What if your spiritual journey was like resetting a broken computer? Discover how John the Baptist calls us to "clear the slate" and prepare for the transformative "new operating system" Jesus offers—what St. Paul calls putting on the mind of Christ. Dive into the meaning of repentance, the liberating power of forgiveness, and the profound love at...

“What is truth?” Pontius Pilate's infamous question to Jesus resonates deeply in our "post-truth" era, where facts are contested, and reality feels fragmented. This thought-provoking sermon explores the crisis of truth in our world, juxtaposing Pilate’s encounter with Jesus—Truth incarnate—against modern challenges of misinformation, ideological division, and the erosion of shared r...

Throughout history, humanity has been captivated by apocalyptic visions—from ancient prophecies of destruction to modern tales of rapture and tribulation. But what if the real invitation is not to fear the end but to embrace the sacred work of the present? The First Sunday of Advent #episcopal #episcopalchurch #episcopalian #church #jesusmovement #wayoflove #christian #anglican #allarewelcome #chr...

In a world filled with wars, division, and personal struggles, Rev. Maggi Dawn inspires us to see how faith sustains us even when the answers seem far away. Drawing from scripture, historical reflections, and the story of Hannah, she reminds us that God sees us, hears us, and is with us—right here, right now. Discover why "all shall be well" isn't just a hopeful phrase but a divine...

The Twenty-Fifth Sunday after Pentecost.  Our nation faces deep political and social divides. The Rev. Peter Walsh explores how fear has become a powerful, divisive force in our culture, fueled by the media and politics, and urges us to instead embody a "culture of love" rooted in Jesus' teachings. We are called to reject fear and embrace grace, unity, and humility as citizens of Go...

All Saints' Sunday.  Dive into the story of Lazarus and explore what resurrection truly means in our everyday lives, viewing resurrection not as a distant promise, but as a living, present reality. Jesus invites us to move beyond our theology to a faith that calls us to participate in new life now—rolling away the stones of division, embracing each other's humanity, and actively building...

The Twenty-Third Sunday After Pentecost.  Imagine Jesus asking you directly, “What do you want me to do for you?” It’s a question that reaches deeper than we might expect. Explore the story of Bartimaeus, a blind beggar whose answer changed his life. As he threw off his only possession, Bartimaeus saw something beyond sight—he recognized Jesus’ power to give him what he truly needed to follow him....

The Twenty-Second Sunday After Pentecost.  True glory is found not in power, but in service. That’s the message Jesus conveys in today’s reading from Mark. He reminds us that we are called to give of ourselves, just as He did, to uplift those around us. In a world full of challenges and beauty alike, may we embrace our role as stewards of creation and servants to one another. #DeanRobertWillis #Ca...