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Memorial Service for Sylvia D. Parker
Memorial Service - 17 Feb, 2024
Sylvia D. Parker passed into the spiritual world on Saturday, December 2, 2023. She was 88 years old. | By Rev. Eric H. Carswell , Bryn Athyn Cathedral
Anticipating the Famine
Worship Service: Family (may include music) - 11 Feb, 2024
Joseph’s interpretation of Pharaoh’s dream, that there would be seven years of plenty followed by seven years of famine, meant that the land of Egypt had time to prepare for this eventual hardship (Genesis 41). If “famine” is a hardship we can expect, what steps might we take to better prepare for it? The happy reunion of Joseph and his brothers wouldn’t have happened without the famine. This story gives us a wonderful glimpse into the workings of the Lord’s providence. | By Rev. Derek P. Elphick , Bryn Athyn Cathedral
Anticipating the Famine
Worship Service: Sermon only - 11 Feb, 2024
Joseph’s interpretation of Pharaoh’s dream, that there would be seven years of plenty followed by seven years of famine, meant that the land of Egypt had time to prepare for this eventual hardship (Genesis 41). If “famine” is a hardship we can expect, what steps might we take to better prepare for it? The happy reunion of Joseph and his brothers wouldn’t have happened without the famine. This story gives us a wonderful glimpse into the workings of the Lord’s providence. | By Rev. Derek P. Elphick , Bryn Athyn Cathedral
Developing a Strong Faith
Worship Service: Family (may include music) - 4 Feb, 2024
The beginning of the service will start with the rite of confirmation where a young adult will confess her faith. Afterwards, the talk will focus on how to develop a strong faith that is rock solid and can withstand the attacks from hell. In the gospels, the disciple Peter is a symbol for faith, so we will look at some of the lessons we can learn from Peter’s attitude and actions. | By Rt. Rev. Bradley D. Heinrichs , Bryn Athyn Cathedral
Developing a Strong Faith
Worship Service: Sermon only - 4 Feb, 2024
The sermon will focus on how to develop a strong faith that is rock solid and can withstand the attacks from hell. In the gospels, the disciple Peter is a symbol for faith, so we will look at some of the lessons we can learn from Peter’s attitude and actions. It is interesting to see how insightful his faith is at times, and yet often his fake appears to be fickle and weak. There are many lessons to learn about how our faith progresses and develops over time. | By Rt. Rev. Bradley D. Heinrichs , Bryn Athyn Cathedral
Know Your Spiritual Enemies: The Philistines
Worship Service: Family (may include music) - 28 Jan, 2024
There are many stories in the Old Testament about the Philistines. They were the main enemy of the children of Israel in the time of heroes like Samson, Saul, and David. They were a powerful and persistent enemy, and yet they could be defeated. What do the Philistines represent within us and what can the Lord’s Word teach us about how to fight against them? Find out this Sunday in the next sermon in our series about knowing your spiritual enemies. | By Rev. Malcolm G. Smith , Bryn Athyn Cathedral
Know Your Spiritual Enemies: The Philistines
Worship Service: Sermon only - 28 Jan, 2024
There are many stories in the Old Testament about the Philistines. They were the main enemy of the children of Israel in the time of heroes like Samson, Saul, and David. They were a powerful and persistent enemy and yet they could be defeated. What do the Philistines represent within us and what can the Lord’s Word teach us about how to fight against them? Find out this Sunday in the next sermon in our series about knowing your spiritual enemies. | By Rev. Malcolm G. Smith , Bryn Athyn Cathedral
Divine Gravity
Worship Service: Family (may include music) - 21 Jan, 2024
“And I, if I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all peoples to Myself.” (John 12:32) The Lord's Love is a powerful, attractive force that draws us all upwards towards Him in heaven. Yet we often get dragged down in life, sometimes by our own doings and sometimes by others. How can we better work with the Lord to remove the heavy burdens of life and be lifted up by Him? | By Rev. Barry C. Halterman , Bryn Athyn Cathedral
Divine Gravity
Worship Service: Sermon only - 21 Jan, 2024
“And I, if I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all peoples to Myself.” (John 12:32) The Lord's Love is a powerful, attractive force that draws us all upwards towards Him in heaven. Yet we often get dragged down in life, sometimes by our own doings and sometimes by others. How can we better work with the Lord to remove the heavy burdens of life and be lifted up by Him? | By Rev. Barry C. Halterman , Bryn Athyn Cathedral
Covenant Renewal
Worship Service: Family (may include music) - 14 Jan, 2024
King Josiah initiated the biggest reform and covenant renewal his country had ever seen. Amongst his reforms was the reinstatement of the Passover which had not been held in Jerusalem “since the days of the judges” (2 Kings 23:22). We will be considering the benefits of a covenant and why our covenant with the Lord is something that needs to be revisited and “renewed” on a regular basis. | By Rev. Derek P. Elphick , Bryn Athyn Cathedral
Covenant Renewal
Worship Service: Sermon only - 14 Jan, 2024
King Josiah initiated the biggest reform and covenant renewal his country had ever seen. Amongst his reforms was the reinstatement of the Passover which had not been held in Jerusalem “since the days of the judges” (2 Kings 23:22). We will be considering the benefits of a covenant and why our covenant with the Lord is something that needs to be revisited and “renewed” on a regular basis. | By Rev. Derek P. Elphick , Bryn Athyn Cathedral
A Chariot of Horses
Worship Service: Family (may include music) - 7 Jan, 2024
Is the New Year pulled in by donkeys, camels or horses? Camels and donkeys are wonderful animals, but Isaiah tells us to look for the horses. | By Rev. Jeremy F. Simons , Bryn Athyn Cathedral
"A Lion on a Watchtower"
Worship Service: Sermon only - 7 Jan, 2024
In each New Year we have a chance to look forward to what is coming up in our lives and in the world around us. The prophecy of Isaiah 21 gives us an idea of what to look for. | By Rev. Jeremy F. Simons , Bryn Athyn Cathedral
The Perspective of Simeon and Anna
Worship Service: Family (may include music) - 31 Dec, 2023
As we reflect back this year and look ahead to next year, let’s try to look at things from the perspective of two wise old people who trusted in the Lord: Simeon and Anna. | By Rev. Malcolm G. Smith , Bryn Athyn Cathedral
The Perspective of Simeon and Anna
Worship Service: Sermon only - 31 Dec, 2023
As we reflect back this year and look ahead to next year, let’s try to look at things from the perspective of two wise old people who trusted in the Lord: Simeon and Anna. | By Rev. Malcolm G. Smith , Bryn Athyn Cathedral
Standing in the Presence of God
Worship Service: Sermon only - 25 Dec, 2023
The angel Gabriel standing in the presence of God symbolizes his desire to do the Lord’s will. Our invitation is to do the same. | By Rt. Rev. Peter Martin Buss, Jr. , Bryn Athyn Cathedral
Traveling
Worship Service: Family (may include music) - 24 Dec, 2023
Mary and Joseph, the Shepherds, the Wise Men, almost everyone involved in the events leading up to the birth of Christ needed to travel in order to celebrate that happy event. We too are invited to “travel” in order to celebrate the Lord’s birth in our hearts and minds. | By Rev. Derek P. Elphick , Bryn Athyn Cathedral
Learning in the Christmas Story
Worship Service: Family (may include music) - 17 Dec, 2023
In the gospel of Matthew, the Lord teaches us about the importance of learning and using our minds as we work toward becoming angels in heaven, and He does this through characters like Joseph and the wisemen. | By Rev. Jeffrey Smith , Bryn Athyn Cathedral
The Wisdom of Matthew’s Nativity
Worship Service: Sermon only - 17 Dec, 2023
"The Wisdom of Matthew’s Nativity" - Rev. Jeffrey O. Smith For anything we do, it is important to have an idea of how to do it before we just jump right in. This importance of knowledge is the reason the Christmas story in Matthew features certain people like Joseph, the wisemen, and even Herod. Join us this Sunday as we look at some of the details of the Matthew nativity, and how they can help us actually live a more fulfilling life. | By Rev. Jeffrey Smith , Bryn Athyn Cathedral
Memorial Service for Cade Glenn Gurney
Memorial Service - 17 Dec, 2023
Cade G. Gurney passed into the spiritual world on Sunday, November 26, 2023. He was 30 years old. | By Rt. Rev. Peter Martin Buss, Jr. , Bryn Athyn Cathedral
The Little Things
Worship Service: Family (may include music) - 3 Dec, 2023
“The Little Things” In Micah’s prophesy, Bethlehem is identified as the birthplace of the Messiah. The emphasis placed on this town is its smallness, its seeming insignificance, and yet out of Bethlehem will “come a Ruler who will shepherd My people Israel” (5:2). This description of the Lord’s birthplace contains deep spiritual significance and foretells a spiritual virtue we all need which, in the eyes of the world, seems insignificant and unremarkable but which, in reality, is “the little thing” that counts the most. | By Rev. Derek P. Elphick , Bryn Athyn Cathedral
The Little Things
Worship Service: Sermon only - 3 Dec, 2023
“The Little Things” In Micah’s prophesy, Bethlehem is identified as the birthplace of the Messiah. The emphasis placed on this town is its smallness, its seeming insignificance, and yet out of Bethlehem will “come a Ruler who will shepherd My people Israel” (5:2). This description of the Lord’s birthplace contains deep spiritual significance and foretells a spiritual virtue we all need which, in the eyes of the world, seems insignificant and unremarkable but which, in reality, is “the little thing” that counts the most. | By Rev. Derek P. Elphick , Bryn Athyn Cathedral
Prophecy and the Lord's Birth
Worship Service: Family (may include music) - 26 Nov, 2023
Christmas commences with prophecy, as the Old Testament foretells the birth of the Lord. This Sunday, we delve into Isaiah's prophecies, considering his message to the people and the possible significance for his original audience. We also reflect on what these prophecies might have meant to those living just before the Lord's birth—the first Christmas. Exploring their thoughts and emotions allows us to draw parallels with our own experiences. Come and see! | By Rev. Pearse M. Frazier , Bryn Athyn Cathedral
Glory! Truly Seeing the Lord
Worship Service: Sermon only - 26 Nov, 2023
The Lord's birth marks the beginning of a process often called "glorification." Essentially, it unveils the genuine identity of the Lord – Human. This revelation echoes through prophetic voices, as seen in Isaiah 9: "For to us, a child is born... And he will be called... Mighty God...." The process of understanding God's true nature unfolds through foreshadowing prophecy, followed by the profound experience of witnessing His infancy. Come and see! | By Rev. Pearse M. Frazier , Bryn Athyn Cathedral
Memorial Service for Leone A. Graham
Memorial Service - 20 Nov, 2023