We're concluding our four-part sermon series called "Back to the Basics," that has refreshed and regrounded us in some of the most important priorities in our discipleship journey: Prayer, Scripture, Confession, and Service.

What does "service" mean to you? As with any concept, each of us may have different perspectives or understandings of it. But a correct view of serving others or being a servant, is modelled by Jesus who would and ultimately did give everything for others. Pastor Kent will be leading us in understanding what it means to have the heart of a servant, and to serve like Jesus.

Back to the Basics: Confession

Kent Dixon — Sun, 08 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Series: Back to the Basics

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 8th February 2026

Passages:

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We're continuing in our four-part sermon series called "Back to the Basics," that will refresh and reground us in some of the most important priorities in our discipleship journey: Prayer, Scripture, Confession, and Service.

What does the word "confession" mean to you? Do you picture a Catholic practice...or maybe a TV cop interrogating a criminal trying to get them to admit their crime? Confession is an important aspect of the Christian life, and Pastor Kent will be leading us in exploring how it brings us healing and freedom, and draws us closer to Jesus.

Back to the Basics: Scripture

Kent Dixon — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Back to the Basics: Scripture

Series: Back to the Basics

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 1st February 2026

Passages:

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This week, Pastor Kent will be leading us as we focus on the topic of "Scripture," as we're reminded that scripture is living, active, and profitable to us. We'll also be exploring how both Jesus and scripture are referred to as "the word."

Back to the Basics: Prayer

Kent Dixon — Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Back to the Basics: Prayer

Series: Back to the Basics

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 25th January 2026

Passages:

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Pastor Kent is back this week, and he'll be starting a new four-part sermon series called "Back to the Basics," that will refresh and reground us in some of the most important priorities in our discipleship journey: Prayer, Scripture, Confession, and Service.

This week, we'll be focusing on the topic of "Prayer" as we seek to have a prayer life that is constant...bold...and inclusive, just as Jesus modelled for us.

The Servant Love of Jesus

Kent Dixon — Sun, 21 Dec 2025 13:00:00 +0000

The Servant Love of Jesus

Series: Behold: A Savior is Born

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 21st December 2025

Passages:

Luke 2:1-7
Philippians 2:5-11

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There is so much hatred and anger in our world right now, with people viewing anyone who disagrees with them as the enemy to be attacked and silenced. Fear is at the root of so much of this: fear of losing control; fear of the unknown or unfamiliar; fear of letting go of our own best interests, to put other people first.

As 1 John 4:18 reminds us, perfect love, God's love...drives out fear. And this love is so boldy on display for the world to see at Christmastime. This week, we're concluding our Advent sermon series "Behold: A Child is Born", as Pastor Kent brings a sermon titled "The Servant Love of Jesus."

The Joy of Anticipation

Kent Dixon — Sun, 14 Dec 2025 13:00:00 +0000

The Joy of Anticipation

Series: Behold: A Savior is Born

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 14th December 2025

Passages:

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Christmas is a season of anticipation, as we look forward to spending time with family and friends, giving and receiving gifts, or having some down time to rest and recharge before we launch into a new year. Many of those things may also bring us joy, but not often without a bit of stress as well, as we shop, prep, and complete other tasks. True joy is only found in the promise and arrival of Jesus, and the kind of deep and abiding joy that he brings to and for all people.

Prophetic Peace

Kent Dixon — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 13:00:00 +0000

Prophetic Peace

Series: Behold: A Savior is Born

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 7th December 2025

Passages:

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The Christmas season sometimes seems like a contradiction. While we sing songs about white Christmasses and peace on earth, the world around us seems so anxious and chaotic, and the pace of life is busier than ever. Where can we find real peace? Thankfully, God's peace is far more dependable than anything our world could ever offer. This week, we're continuing in our Advent sermon series "Behold: A Child is Born", as Pastor Kent brings a sermon titled "Prophetic Peace."

The Promised Hope

Kent Dixon — Sun, 30 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0000

The Promised Hope

Series: Behold: A Savior is Born

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 30th November 2025

Passages:

Isaiah 7:14
Isaiah 53:5

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We're launching into our Advent sermon series this week, as Pastor Kent brings a sermon titled "The Promised Hope." Our world so desperately needs a sense of hope, doesn't it? In Jesus, God promised the only true hope we would ever need, as God would be with us! Join us as we consider the prophecies and presence of the coming of the Messiah.

Paul in Rome

Kent Dixon — Sun, 23 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0000

Paul in Rome

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 23rd November 2025

Passage: Acts 28:17-31

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This week, we’re concluding "Acts: To All the World," our in-depth sermon series on the book of Acts. Over the course of this series, we've spent time recognizing the roots of the early church, and also how God worked through the Apostle Paul to spread the gospel to the Gentiles and into the larger world.

Pastor Kent is bringing a sermon titled "Paul in Rome" from Acts 28:17-31, as we look at some final events, and consider the lasting impact of Paul's work in Rome, and his ministry as a whole.

From Malta to Rome

Kent Dixon — Sun, 16 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0000

From Malta to Rome

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 16th November 2025

Passage: Acts 28:1-16

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Pastor Kent is bringing a sermon this week from Acts 28:1-16 titled "From Malta to Rome," as we pick up with Paul and his companions on the island of Malta after the shipwreck we learned about last week. We'll explore the events, recognize the main theme of hospitality, and consider what it means to be hospitable to others and receive hospitality ourselves.

A Very Stormy Voyage

Kent Dixon — Sun, 09 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0000

A Very Stormy Voyage

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 9th November 2025

Passage: Acts 27:1-44

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We're exploring a pretty tense set of circumstances this week that involve a storm at sea, as Pastor Kent brings a sermon from Acts 27:1-44 titled "A Very Stormy Voyage." At the core of this tense voyage, we'll see how and where we direct our attention, and who we listen to in our lives, can and will affect us in ways we can't usually imagine or anticipate.

Paul's Defence Before Felix

Kent Dixon — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0000

Paul's Defence Before Felix

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 2nd November 2025

Passage: Acts 24:1-27

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At this point in our study of Acts, we're recognizing that as much as the gospel was spreading and people were coming to Christ, opponents of the message seemed to be desperate to throw a wrench into things. Pastor Kent is bringing a sermon this week from Acts 24:1-27 titled "Paul's Defence Before Felix" as we consider how a Roman official reacted to, and resisted the truth.

Paul's Defence Before the Council

Kent Dixon — Sun, 26 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0000

Paul's Defence Before the Council

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 26th October 2025

Passage: Acts 23:1-10

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Pastor Kent is bringing a sermon this week from Acts 23:1-10 titled "Paul's Defence Before the Council" as we explore how Paul defends himself before yet another group who are opposed to his beliefs and actions. We'll be reminded of the importance of a clear conscience, being respectful and keeping our cool under pressure, and remembering the amazing hope we can claim as followers of Jesus.

Paul's Roman Citizenship

Kent Dixon — Sun, 19 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0100

Paul's Roman Citizenship

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 19th October 2025

Passage: Acts 22:22-30

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Especially these days, people's allegiances can become confused, and the lines between faith in God and alignment with human causes and leaders seem to be blurring more and more. Pastor Kent will be bringing a sermon this week from Acts 22:22-30 titled "Paul's Roman Citizenship," as we consider how Christians actually have two kinds of citizenship that are both important, and how they must also remain distinct.

Thanksgiving Is...

Kent Dixon — Sun, 12 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0100

Thanksgiving Is...

Series: Thanksgiving

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 12th October 2025

Passages:

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We're pausing our ongoing sermon series Acts: To All the World this week. Pastor Kent is bringing a sermon titled "Thanksgiving Is..." as he leads us in considering how the act of thanksgiving is important, as well as the role it plays in many areas of our lives.

Paul's Defence Before the Mob

Kent Dixon — Sun, 05 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0100

Paul's Defence Before the Mob

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 5th October 2025

Passage: Acts 22:1-21

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Pastor Kent is bringing a sermon this week titled "Paul's Defence Before the Mob," from Acts 22:1-21. Especially in our emotionally-charged world, it is more important than ever for followers of Jesus to be people who are respectful and polite with people who don't share our views. Nothing steals your credibility more quickly than being disrespectful or treating other people poorly. The Apostle Paul serves as a powerful example of how to be respectful, polite, and calm, in the face of intense opposition and even persecution.

Paul's Arrest in Jerusalem

Kent Dixon — Sun, 28 Sep 2025 13:00:00 +0100

Paul's Arrest in Jerusalem

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 28th September 2025

Passage: Acts 21:27-40

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It can be human nature to follow the crowd: do what other people are doing or believe what other people believe, without ever really thinking for ourselves. Sometimes this is known as a "mob mentality," and while God created us for community, following along with the crowd without thinking can lead us in dangerous directions that can be harmul for us or other people. Pastor Kent will be leading us in exploring that this week as he brings a sermon from Acts 21:27-40 titled "Paul's Arrest in Jerusalem."

The End of Paul's Third Journey

Kent Dixon — Sun, 21 Sep 2025 13:00:00 +0100

The End of Paul's Third Journey

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 21st September 2025

Passage: Acts 21:1-17

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Pastor Kent is bringing a sermon from Acts 21:1-17 this week titled "The End of Paul's Third Journey." We'll see how, despite persecution from outside the church communities he served, and expressions of caution and concern from fellow believers, Paul remained faithful to his calling and mission. Paul serves as a model of seeking to be faithful and trusting God, even when our circumstances seem uncertain.

Paul's Ministry at Ephesus

Kent Dixon — Sun, 14 Sep 2025 13:00:00 +0100

Paul's Ministry at Ephesus

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 14th September 2025

Passage: Acts 19:1-41

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The Christian life was never meant to be easy or comfortable, and following Jesus may very well require us to make sacrifices and face challenges. We may also face outright criticism and rejection by others. But we can be bold and confident in that journey, as God is with us every step of the way. We'll get a sense of that this week, as Pastor Kent brings a sermon titled "Paul's Ministry at Ephesus" from Acts 19:1-41.

The Twelve Disciples of John

Kent Dixon — Sun, 07 Sep 2025 13:00:00 +0100

The Twelve Disciples of John

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 7th September 2025

Passage: Acts 19:1-7

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Pastor Kent is bringing a sermon this week titled "The Twelve Disciples of John" from Acts 19:1-7. We'll be looking at the four essential elements of Biblical baptism, how that applied in Acts, and how it still applies for us today.

The Conversion of Apollos

Kent Dixon — Sun, 31 Aug 2025 13:00:00 +0100

The Conversion of Apollos

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 31st August 2025

Passage: Acts 18:24-28

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Whenever we study God's word, we encounter names that may not be as familiar to us as some others. But even the less familiar places and people, generally have important roles to play. Even if you have never heard of him before, "The Conversion of Apollos" is an important event in the book of Acts, and his ministry would shape the lifes of many people in the early church. Pastor Kent will be bringing this sermon this week from Acts 18:24-28.

Paul Returns to Antioch

Kent Dixon — Sun, 24 Aug 2025 13:00:00 +0100

Paul Returns to Antioch

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 24th August 2025

Passage: Acts 18:18-23

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The Apostle Paul's ministry efforts were prolific to say the least! He travelled many miles by land and sea, preaching and teaching about the gospel of Jesus to Jewish and Gentile audiences. This week, Pastor Kent is bringing a sermon titled "Paul Returns to Antioch," based in Acts 18:18-23 as we explore the last leg of Paul's second misionary journey.

Paul's Ministry at Corinth

Kent Dixon — Sun, 17 Aug 2025 13:00:00 +0100

Paul's Ministry at Corinth

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 17th August 2025

Passage: Acts 18:1-18

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Pastor Kent is back from vacation this week and we're returning to our series "Acts: To All the World." After his time in Athens, Paul travelled to the city of Corinth, which was both an economic centre of Greece, and also a place that was renowned for it's immorality. While in Corinth, despite persecution and challenges, Paul was encouraged by God in a vision, and the gospel message bore fruit. We'll be exploring that together in a sermon from Acts 18:1-18 as we take a closer look at "Paul's Ministry at Corinth."

Paul's Sermon in Athens

Kent Dixon — Sun, 13 Jul 2025 13:00:00 +0100

Paul's Sermon in Athens

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 13th July 2025

Passage: Acts 17:16-34

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You may very well have heard literally hundreds or even thousands of sermons over the course of your life so far. But have you ever considered the purpose of preaching? We'll be considering that together, as we take a closer look at one of the apostle Paul's sermons, in a message Pastor Kent is bringing this week from Acts 17:16-34 titled "Paul's Sermon in Athens."

The Conversion of the Jailer

Kent Dixon — Sun, 06 Jul 2025 13:00:00 +0100

The Conversion of the Jailer

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 6th July 2025

Passage: Acts 16:25-40

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Not every conversion story we ready about in the BIble seems to include all the key elements we've likely come to expect. So is it that maybe some things just aren't that important, or is there more to it than that? We'll be taking a closer look at that this week, as Pastor Kent brings a sermon titled "The Conversion of the Jailer" from Acts 16:25-40. We'll also be celebrating communion together this week.

The Conversion of Lydia

Kent Dixon — Sun, 29 Jun 2025 13:00:00 +0100

The Conversion of Lydia

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 29th June 2025

Passage: Acts 16:11-15

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Pastor Kent is bringing a sermon from Acts 16:11-15 titled "The Conversion of Lydia" this week. We've considered many diverse conversion stories in our survey of Acts so far, but this particular one marks what may very well be the first preaching and conversion that happened on the European continent. We'll be looking at the events that surrounded this, as well some important things we can learn from Lydia and her story.

A True Son in the Faith

Kent Dixon — Sun, 22 Jun 2025 13:00:00 +0100

A True Son in the Faith

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 22nd June 2025

Passage: Acts 16:1-5

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As part of our series, we've often taken a closer look at specific individuals who had an impact on the early church, and have left a lasting impression on us to this day. Some of these people are folks we would view as leaders and even legends, but even individuals who may seem to have less profile are still important to God's story. This week, we'll be learning more about Timothy, as Pastor Kent brings a sermon titled "A True Son in the Faith" from Acts 16:1-5.

Divided Over John Mark

Kent Dixon — Sun, 15 Jun 2025 13:00:00 +0100

Divided Over John Mark

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 15th June 2025

Passage: Acts 15:36-41

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We'll be focusing more closely on the end of Acts 15 this week, as Pastor Kent brings a sermon titled "Divided Over John Mark." Last week, we considered a church conflict that involved larger groups of people, and how that was resolved. But it can often be the most personal conflicts that can cause disagreements, and even division among Christians. We'll be considering one of these conflicts together, and exploring what we can learn from what happened and how it was resolved.

Conflict & A Council

Kent Dixon — Sun, 08 Jun 2025 13:00:00 +0100

Conflict & A Council

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 8th June 2025

Passage: Acts 15:1-41

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Each of us have our own convictions, ideas, and pespectives on things, and we may not always be willing to change our thinking, even if it means being considerate of another person. When we hold rigid views, it can lead to conflict, even in churches and Christian relationships. Pastor Kent will be bringing a sermon titled "Conflict & A Council," from Acts 15, as we explore a significant early conflict in the church, and how it was addressed.

Paul's Missionary Priorities

Kent Dixon — Sun, 01 Jun 2025 13:00:00 +0100

Paul's Missionary Priorities

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 1st June 2025

Passage: Acts 14:21-28

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Pastor Kent is back this week as we consider Paul and Barnabas' first missionary journey. We'll be looking at Acts 14:21-28 and considering not only where they went, but also identifying some important factors we can identify as "Paul's Missionary Priorities."

Faith In Action

Kent Dixon — Sun, 18 May 2025 13:00:00 +0100

Faith In Action

Series: Made New

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 18th May 2025

Passages:

Luke 7:1-10
James 2:14-17

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We're wrapping up our sermon series "Made New: How Easter Changes Everything" this week, as Pastor Kent brings a sermon from Luke 7:1-10 and James 2:14-17, titled "Faith In Action." As Christians, we tend to get very nervous or even confused when anyone talks about the next steps after choosing to follow Jesus. Taking action out of faith isn't at all about earning our salvation. But our Lord also didn't call us to follow him, and then sit on the sidelines patiently waiting for him to return. We'll be exploring how we can intentionally step into God's exciting calling on our lives!

A New Family

Kent Dixon — Sun, 11 May 2025 13:00:00 +0100

A New Family

Series: Made New

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 11th May 2025

Passage: John 1:9-13

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Human relationships can be complicated, and family relationships can often bring the most blessings and challenges into our lives. They almost always take effort, and each of us have been shaped by our family of origin. As followers of Jesus, we are adopted into God's family, and we'll be looking at John 1:9-13. We're continuing in our sermon series "Made New: How Easter Changes Everything" this week, as Pastor Kent brings a message titled "A New Family."

Moving Past Our Past

Kent Dixon — Sun, 27 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0100

Moving Past Our Past

Series: Made New

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 27th April 2025

Passages:

Galatians 2:20-21
Philippians 3:13-14

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We're continuing in our sermon series "Made New: How Easter Changes Everything" this week, as Pastor Kent brings a message titled "Moving Past Our Past." One of the greatest obstacles to growing in our faith is the inability to fully receive the forgiveness of God. God's grace and forgiveness are freely available to us through the sacrifice of Jesus, but we must allow ourselves to receive them, and we'll be considering that together.

Made New in Christ

Kent Dixon — Sun, 20 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0100

Made New in Christ

Series: Made New

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 20th April 2025

Passages:

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Our sermon this week is titled "Made New in Christ" and Pastor Kent will be exploring how the same power that raised Jesus from the dead can make all creation new, including everyone who believes in Jesus.

Tribulations for the Kingdom

Kent Dixon — Sun, 13 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0100

Tribulations for the Kingdom

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 13th April 2025

Passage: Acts 14:1-22

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Pastor Kent will be bringing a sermon from Acts 14:1-22 titled "Tribulations for the Kingdom" this week. While some of us may be able to relate to being rejected or mocked for our faith and beliefs, our experiences aren't likely as severe as those experienced by early Christians and the church. But that doesn't mean we shouldn't be prepared for times when suffering and tribulations come our way, especially when it relates to our faith.

Paul & Barnabas at Pisidian Antioch

Kent Dixon — Sun, 06 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0100

Paul & Barnabas at Pisidian Antioch

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 6th April 2025

Passage: Acts 13:13-52

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God's plan for salvation always included all of humanity, and in the book of Acts we've seen how that message was spreading more and more. This week, we'll be exploring Paul's first sermon to a Gentile audience as Pastor Kent brings a sermon titled "Paul & Barnabas at Pisidian Antioch" from Acts 13:13-52.

Barnabas & Saul on Cyprus

Kent Dixon — Sun, 30 Mar 2025 13:00:00 +0100

Barnabas & Saul on Cyprus

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 30th March 2025

Passage: Acts 13:4-12

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Last week, we looked at how the Holy Spirit set aside Barnabas and Saul for a specific mission. The gospel had been shared with the Jewish people, but it was now time for God's message to be spread further. Pastor Kent will be bringing a sermon from Acts 13:4-12 titled "Barnabas & Saul on Cyprus" as we look at the first missionary journey of the early Christian church.

The Call of Barnabas & Saul

Kent Dixon — Sun, 23 Mar 2025 13:00:00 +0000

The Call of Barnabas & Saul

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 23rd March 2025

Passage: Acts 3:1-3

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What does it mean for someone to experience God's call on their life...follow their calling...or sense that they have been called to something specific? There are lots of ways to consider and define that, but what does it mean for Christians? Pastor Kent will be bringing a sermon titled "The Call of Barnabas & Saul" as we explore Acts 3:1-3 together, and consider how God may be calling each of us in our own lives.

Herod's Harassment of the Church

Kent Dixon — Sun, 16 Mar 2025 13:00:00 +0000

Herod's Harassment of the Church

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 16th March 2025

Passage: Acts 12:1-25

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Throughout history there are names that are familiar, recognizable, and also FAMOUS to some extent or other. But what about the INFAMOUS ones: people who are known for their disgraceful, criminal, or even evil actions. There are lots of examples of infamous or evil people in the Bible, but there’s one name that keeps coming up and causing problems over and over in God’s story: Herod. Pastor Kent will be bringing a sermon this week titled "Herod's Harassment of the Church" as we consider one particular Herod in Acts 12:1-25.

The Church in Antioch

Kent Dixon — Sun, 02 Mar 2025 13:00:00 +0000

The Church in Antioch

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 2nd March 2025

Passage: Acts 11:19-30

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When we study the Bible, we often consider events and people, looking at how things happened or how people acted in different situations. It's not all that often that we consider places and locations, and how they may have had an impact on the history and growth of the church. As we look at Acts 11:19-30 together this week, we'll be considering "The Church in Antioch" and the critical role it played in early Christianity.

Peter Defends His Actions

Kent Dixon — Sun, 23 Feb 2025 13:00:00 +0000

Peter Defends His Actions

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 23rd February 2025

Passage: Acts 11:1-18

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Last week, we considered the story of Cornelius, the first Gentile convert to Christianity, as Luke recounted those events. This would have represented a quantum shift in thinking for the early church, because it meant wrapping their heads around what it mean for the gospel to truly be available to all people. This week, we find ourselves in Acts 11:1-18 and viewing these events from a different perspective, as "Peter Defends His Actions"

The Conversion of Cornelius

Kent Dixon — Sun, 16 Feb 2025 13:00:00 +0000

The Conversion of Cornelius

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 16th February 2025

Passage: Acts 10:1-48

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In the early days of the church, the gospel was shared between Jewish people. For many of us who aren't Jewish, we recognize that at some point, the Good News of Jesus Christ was shared outside of those communities, with people from other nations and cultures. But when did that first happen? We'll be considering that this week in our sermon "The Conversion of Cornelius" as we explore the events of Acts 10:1-48.

Peter's Ministry in Western Judea

Kent Dixon — Sun, 09 Feb 2025 13:00:00 +0000

Peter's Ministry in Western Judea

Series: Acts: To All the World

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 9th February 2025

Passage: Acts 9:32-43

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We’re returning to our series “Acts: To All the World” this week, as we dig deeply into the book of Acts, and learn about the early days of the church, its gatherings and leaders, triumphs and tribulations.

In our most recent sermon in this series, we recognized that the early church was strengthened and experienced growth, as they lived with a fear of the Lord and were strengthened by the Holy Spirit. We're beginning to explore some of the actions and impacts of individual Apostles this week, as we look at Acts 9:32-43 and explore "Peter's Ministry in Western Judea."

Better Witness

Kent Dixon — Sun, 02 Feb 2025 13:00:00 +0000

Better Witness

Series: Better

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 2nd February 2025

Passages:

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We're wrapping up our series this week, and Pastor Kent is will be leading us in looking at Acts 1:8, Matthew 5:14-16, and Romans 1:16 as we consider how we can be a...Better Witness.

Better Choices

Kent Dixon — Sun, 26 Jan 2025 13:00:00 +0000

Better Choices

Series: Better

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 26th January 2025

Passages:

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We're continuing in our first series of the new year, as we explore some of the ways we might become "Better" at living the kind of life that God wants for us. This week, Pastor Kent will be leading us as we considering how we can seek to make..."Better Choices," and we'll be looking at Proverbs 1:7, James 2:10 and 1 Corinthians 6:12.

Better Relationships

Kent Dixon — Sun, 19 Jan 2025 13:00:00 +0000

Better Relationships

Series: Better

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 19th January 2025

Passages:

Proverbs 12:26
1 Corinthians 13:4-7

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We're continuing in our first series of the new year, as we explore some of the ways we might become "Better" at living the kind of life that God wants for us. This week, Pastor Kent will be leading us as we considering how we can seek to have..."Better Relationships," and we'll be looking at Proverbs 12:26 and 1 Corinthians 13:4-7.

Better Priorities

Kent Dixon — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 13:00:00 +0000

Better Priorities

Series: Better

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 12th January 2025

Passages:

Matthew 6:33
Matthew 22:34-40

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Pastor Kent is back and he'll be leading us in this new series, as we explore some of the ways we might become "Better" at living the kind of life that God wants for us. This week, we'll be considering how we can seek to have..."Better Priorities," and we'll be looking at Matthew 6:33 and 22:34-40.

Arrival: Love

Kent Dixon — Sun, 22 Dec 2024 13:00:00 +0000

Arrival: Love

Series: Arrival: An Advent Sermon Series

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 22nd December 2024

Passages:

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We're wrapping up our 4-week Advent series, "Arrival" this week. As we prepare our hearts and minds for the Christmas season and its true meaning, we've been exploring the four virtues that Jesus brings us: Hope, Peace, Joy and Love. This week, we'll be considering the fourth virtue that Jesus brings us: Love.

Arrival: Joy

Kent Dixon — Sun, 15 Dec 2024 13:00:00 +0000

Arrival: Joy

Series: Arrival: An Advent Sermon Series

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 15th December 2024

Passages:

Luke 2:8-10
John 3:16

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We're continuing in our 4-week Advent series, "Arrival." As we prepare our hearts and minds for the Christmas season and its true meaning, we'll be exploring the four virtues that Jesus brings us: Hope, Peace, Joy and Love. This week, we'll be considering the third virtue that Jesus brings us: Joy.

Arrival: Peace

Kent Dixon — Sun, 08 Dec 2024 13:00:00 +0000

Arrival: Peace

Series: Arrival: An Advent Sermon Series

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 8th December 2024

Passages:

Isaiah 11:6-8
Philippians 4:6-7

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Kent Dixon — Sun, 17 Mar 2024 13:00:00 +0000

From Our Lips to God's Ears: Dangerous Prayers

Series: From Our Lips to God’s Ears: Living a Life of Prayer

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 17th March 2024

Passage: Psalm 139:23-24

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This week, we're wrapping up our sermon series "From Our Lips to God's Ears: Living a Life of Prayer." Throughout this series we've been digging into the importance of prayer as a focus for our own lives and the life of our church.

Pastor Kent is bringing a sermon titled "Dangerous Prayers" this week. Does that concept confuse or concern you? Are you wondering how anything as seemingly mild and gentle as prayer could possibly be considered "dangerous" in any way? Join us as we consider David's risky prayer in Psalm 139, and how we can adopt it into our own lives.

From Our Lips to God's Ears: How God Answers Prayers

Kent Dixon — Sun, 10 Mar 2024 13:00:00 +0000

From Our Lips to God's Ears: How God Answers Prayers

Series: From Our Lips to God’s Ears: Living a Life of Prayer

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 10th March 2024

Passages:

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We're continuing in our sermon series "From Our Lips to God's Ears: Living a Life of Prayer." Throughout this series we'll be digging into the importance of prayer as a focus for our own lives and the life of our church.

Why don't people pray more often? Maybe it's because they don't believe God truly hears or answers their prayers? Or maybe in not knowing or recognizing how God answers, they may have lost their faith in prayer? Is that true for you? Pastor Kent will be leading us as we consider "How God Answers Prayer" this week.

From Our Lips to God's Ears: The Practice of Prayer, Part 2

Kent Dixon — Sun, 03 Mar 2024 13:00:00 +0000

From Our Lips to God's Ears: The Practice of Prayer, Part 2

Series: From Our Lips to God’s Ears: Living a Life of Prayer

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 3rd March 2024

Passages:

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Kent Dixon — Sun, 28 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0000

From Our Lips to God's Ears: The Privilege of Prayer

Series: From Our Lips to God’s Ears: Living a Life of Prayer

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 28th January 2024

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Have you ever stopped to consider that prayer is a direct line of communication to the Creator of the universe? It's a breathtaking opportunity that is open to followers of Jesus Christ, and it can literally transform not only our own lives and circumstances, but the lives and circumstances of others, as we intentionally seek God's will. We'll be exploring that more together this week as Pastor Kent brings a sermon titled The Privilege of Prayer.""

From Our Lips to God's Ears: The Power of Prayer

Kent Dixon — Sun, 21 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0000

From Our Lips to God's Ears: The Power of Prayer

Series: From Our Lips to God’s Ears: Living a Life of Prayer

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Sunday Morning

Date: 21st January 2024

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We're continuing in our sermon series From Our Lips to God's Ears: Living a Life of Prayer." Prayer is perhaps the single most powerful resource that is available to disciples of Jesus Christ. We'll be looking at many of the specific ways in which prayer can uniquely and wonderfully bless us and others as Pastor Kent considers "The Power of Prayer.""

Kent Dixon — Sun, 26 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Rooted: Heaven

Series: Rooted

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Date: 26th November 2023

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As Christians, it's important to be reminded that our story doesn't end with this life. One day, when Jesus returns, we will be with God in Heaven. But what does that really mean? What is Heaven like? Won't Heaven be boring? What is God's ultimate plan for creation? We'll explore some of those ideas together as Pastor Kent brings a sermon titled Heaven" and we wrap up our sermon series "Rooted.""

Rooted: What Will Happen When Jesus Returns?

Kent Dixon — Sun, 19 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Rooted: What Will Happen When Jesus Returns?

Series: Rooted

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Date: 19th November 2023

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Followers of Jesus Christ recognize that God's ultimate plan for all creation won't be fully realized until Jesus comes back. We may understand that concept in a basic way, but there's a lot of depth and breadth to what that event will actually mean. We'll be exploring that together as Pastor Kent brings a sermon titled What Will Happen When Jesus Returns?""

Rooted: Death

Kent Dixon — Sun, 05 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Rooted: Death

Series: Rooted

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Date: 5th November 2023

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People come in all different shapes and sizes, colours, nationalities, and social classes, and there are a wide variety of other characteristics that also make us unique. But despite our many differences, we all share something in common: we will all die. It's a challenging and even uncomfortable topic at times, but we'll be considering it together, as Pastor Kent brings a sermon titled Death." "

Rooted: Jesus Christ

Kent Dixon — Sun, 29 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0100

Rooted: Jesus Christ

Series: Rooted

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Date: 29th October 2023

Passages:

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Without him, our religion" doesn't exist as it bears his name. Without his sacrifice we're lost in our sin and doomed to eternal separation from God. Without his experience as one of us we wouldn't have an advocate who personally understands the joys and pain of being human. Without his divinity he couldn't serve as our divine connection to eternal life and God's ultimate plan for all creation. Our sermon this week will focus on "Jesus Christ" as Pastor Kent leads us in considering all the ways in which Jesus is essential to our faith and our lives both now and into eternity."

Rooted: Sin

Kent Dixon — Sun, 22 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0100

Rooted: Sin

Series: Rooted

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Date: 22nd October 2023

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It's one of those topics that some preachers tend to minimize or avoid altogether, as they don't want to make people feel uncomfortable. But Sin" is a reality that is central to Christianity and the gospel of Jesus Christ and it can't be ignored. Pastor Kent is leading us through some important things we need to remember about the nature and reality of sin and to the true hope and freedom we can have through Jesus."

Rooted: Baptism & Communion

Kent Dixon — Sun, 15 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0100

Rooted: Baptism & Communion

Series: Rooted

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Date: 15th October 2023

Passages:

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During his time on Earth, Jesus gave his followers many examples of how he wanted them to show their love for God and others, and those examples still apply to us today. He also passed on instructions for certain rites that he wanted his followers to observe, and Pastor Kent will be reminding us of the significance of them in a sermon called Baptism & Communion.""

Rooted: Angels, Demons & Spiritual Warfare

Kent Dixon — Sun, 08 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0100

Rooted: Angels, Demons & Spiritual Warfare

Series: Rooted

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Date: 8th October 2023

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So much of our lives are anchored in the physical world and things that we can see and directly interact with. Recognizing that, it can be easy to forget that there is a spiritual world and spiritual beings all around us. Pastor Kent will be reminding us of this important reality as we explore the topic of Angels Demons & Spiritual Warfare.""

Rooted: Prayer

Kent Dixon — Sun, 01 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0100

Rooted: Prayer

Series: Rooted

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Date: 1st October 2023

Passages:

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Staying connected with God is one of the most important things we can do as followers of Jesus. How do we do that? Why is it important to do that? Does it really matter at all? We'll be taking a closer look at all those questions this week as Pastor Kent brings a sermon titled Prayer." "

Rooted: The Trinity

Kent Dixon — Sun, 24 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +0100

Rooted: The Trinity

Series: Rooted

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Date: 24th September 2023

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Pastor Kent is bringing a sermon on what might be one of the most challenging concepts in the Christian faith: The Trinity." How can it be that the Father the Son and the Holy Spirit are three individuals and yet they are God? It's a challenging but important concept that we may tend to ignore but will seek to explore and understand better together this week."

Kent Dixon — Sun, 06 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0100

Psalms For All Seasons: Our Next Generation

Series: Psalms For All Seasons

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Date: 6th August 2023

Passage: Psalm 1:1-150:6

Psalms For All Seasons: The Shepherd's Psalm

Kent Dixon — Sun, 23 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0100

Psalms For All Seasons: The Shepherd's Psalm

Series: Psalms For All Seasons

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Date: 23rd July 2023

Passage: Psalm 1:1-150:6

Psalms For All Seasons: Pure Happiness

Kent Dixon — Sun, 16 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0100

Psalms For All Seasons: Pure Happiness

Kent Dixon — Sun, 14 May 2023 00:00:00 +0100

Seven Sayings of Jesus: I Am...The Light of the World

Series: Seven Sayings of Jesus: 'I Am'

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Date: 14th May 2023

Passages:

Baggage: Let It Go

Kent Dixon — Sun, 07 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Spiritual Disciplines: Service

Series: Spiritual Disciplines: Exercise Your Faith

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Date: 7th March 2021

Passage: Colossians 3:23-24

Spiritual Disciplines: Submission

Kent Dixon — Sun, 28 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Spiritual Disciplines: Submission

Series: Spiritual Disciplines: Exercise Your Faith

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Date: 28th February 2021

Spiritual Disciplines: Solitude

Kent Dixon — Sun, 21 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Spiritual Disciplines: Solitude

Series: Spiritual Disciplines: Exercise Your Faith

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Date: 21st February 2021

Spiritual Disciplines: Simplicity

Kent Dixon — Sun, 14 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Kent Dixon — Sun, 12 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0100

Easter Sunday: The Resurrection

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Date: 12th April 2020

Good Friday Service

Kent Dixon — Fri, 10 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0100

Kent Dixon — Sun, 10 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Waiting: Salvation and Hope

Series: Waiting

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Date: 10th February 2019

Waiting: Introduction

Kent Dixon — Sun, 03 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Waiting: Introduction

Series: Waiting

Pastor: Kent Dixon

Date: 3rd February 2019