St Mary's London Talks

What happens when being busy leaves us with no time to simply be present? In this talk, Peter explore the story of Mary and Martha in Luke 10, and what it can teach us about the pressures of a busy life.We look at how busyness can rob us of peace, distract us from the people around us, and leave little room to notice what God might be doing. And we consider what it might look like to slow down, create space, and rediscover the freedom of being fully present with ourselves, with others, and with God.For more about St Mary's London, visit stmaryslondon.com.

In week 3 of our series Rattles, Eileen takes us into one of the most famous passages in Scripture — Ezekiel's vision of the valley of dry bones (Ezekiel 37).God asks Ezekiel a question he already knows the answer to: "Can these bones live?" It's a question for us too. Where in your life do things feel dry, dead, or beyond hope? A relationship, a diagnosis, a finances, a version of yourself you thought was gone for good?Aileen unpacks what it means to speak God's word over impossible situations rather than just describing how things feel, and why God so often asks us to believe what's unreasonable rather than what's right in front of our eyes.For more about St Mary's London, visit stmaryslondon.com.

Can your past define your future? In this talk, we explore Ezekiel 18, where God confronts a proverb that had convinced his people their lives had already been decided by previous generations.We look at why God calls his people to "repent and live," how his grace breaks cycles of hopelessness, and what it means to discover that your story isn't over.For more about St Mary's London, visit stmaryslondon.com.

What's stopping you from being fully seen — at church, at work, in your relationships? In this talk, part of our series on the five habits that slowly shrink our lives, we look at habit three: keeping it to yourself.Working through Matthew 5:13–16 — "You are the salt of the earth... You are the light of the world" — we explore why it's often easier to hide our faith than to live it out loud, and what it really means to be salt (valuable, preserving, healing) and light (safety, direction, exposure, life) in a world that pushes us toward staying quiet and unnoticed.For more about our church, services, and community: https://stmaryslondon.com

We've started a new series looking at Ezekiel: Rattled. This week Jermaine tackles chapter 1, God's people have lost everything. Jerusalem has fallen, the temple is gone, and they are living in exile, asking the question underneath all their questions: Has God abandoned us?

Have you ever wondered if fear is keeping you from the life God has called you to live?This week, Kristen explores Jesus' Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14–30) and reveals how fear, self-protection, and believing the wrong things about God can quietly lead us to live safe—but spiritually stuck—lives.Discover the difference between planting your faith and burying it, why God calls us to take risks, and how the Holy Spirit empowers us to step beyond fear into a life of courage, freedom, and purpose.Whether you're feeling stuck in your faith, wrestling with fear, or longing for a deeper relationship with God, this talk will encourage you to trust God's goodness and boldly use what He's entrusted to you.

John rounds up our series on St Mary's fundamentals by encouraging us to actually practice what Jesus preached and not just read it.

In this series about what makes up our services we've spoken about worship, teaching & now it's time for ministry. Sirine looks at how important it is to simply show up when it comes to ministry. Even if we're feeling far away, distracted, unqualified or 'not holy' enough.

This week our worship pastor Russell continues our series and looks at worship. He explains how actually stepping back and 'coming away' with Jesus can help us engage more in worship.

Worship, Teaching, and Ministry are at the heart of Sunday services here at St Mary's, so we're taking a closer look at each one through a short series. This week, Matt explores the role of teaching in the life of the church, unpacking how Scripture and the Holy Spirit work together to reveal Jesus, shape disciples, and invite us into deeper transformation. Far more than simply receiving information, teaching is one of the ways we encounter God and respond to His voice today.

Worship, Teaching, and Ministry are at the heart of Sunday services here at St Mary's, so we thought it was time to take a closer look at each one through a short series. This Sunday we we're joined by our Worship Pastor, Russell, as he explores what it truly means to worship and how we can live lives shaped by worship every day.

Sirine talks about one of our key values: ministry in the power of the Spirit!

It's Pentecost! This week Andy speaks to us about the unity of Pentecost, this is not a time to count yourself out.

What happened at Pentecost — and why does it still matter today?In this message from St. Mary's London, Kristen explores Acts 2 and the moment the Holy Spirit transformed frightened disciples into courageous world changers.

Ascension isn't the end of Jesus' story it's the beginning of ours. In this powerful message, Aileen explores Acts 1 and reveals why Ascension Day is far more than a forgotten moment in the church calendar. Jesus didn't disappear He was crowned!Discover how the ascension reframes fear, prayer, rest, and mission as we learn what it means to live in the reality of a reigning King.

This week Kirstine looks at one of her favourite passages in the Bible: Luke 24:13-35 where we hear about Jesus walking and talking with two followers as they wrestle with his death.

It's easy to get stuck in a cycle of consuming Christianity - maybe not knowing if you have any gifts, or if you do, how to use them to help the body of the church. This week Matt explores Paul's letter to the Ephesians and how we are the gift that Jesus left to build the church.

What does it really mean to trust God with your money - and your life?John unpacks the Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25), exploring how everything we have ultimately belongs to God and how we're called to steward it with faith, courage, and generosity.

On Easter Sunday Sirine speaks to us about the risen Jesus and looks at what could be holding us back from living as Easter Sunday people.

It sounds strange - but in Matthew 27, something happens that feels just as shocking: tombs open, and the dead are raised.What are we meant to do with that?In this Easter talk from St Mary's, Matt explores one of the most unusual and often overlooked passages in the Bible. Is it symbolic? Literal? And do you have to switch off your brain to believe it?

This week we're diving deep into Romans 8 - one of the most hope-filled passages in the Bible, to explore how God meets us in suffering and leads us into purpose, prayer, love, and ultimately… joy.

This Palm Sunday, Kirstine looks at the story of Jesus riding into Jerusalem on a donkey - how did a crowd so ready to welcome him turn from shouting 'Hosanna' to 'Crucify him' in so short a time?

In this powerful Easter message, John explores the profound and often misunderstood meaning of Jesus' death on the cross. Looking beyond simple explanations, this talk unpacks several key ways Christians have understood the cross—including Jesus as our example, sacrifice, victor, and ultimately our representative.

Through the song 'Oh Praise the Name' Matt explores Jesus' defeat of death.

As we celebrate Mothers' Day, Kristin speaks to us about God's call to Mother.

What is shaping your life right now — the world, your past, or Jesus?In this powerful and deeply personal message, Kirstine explore's the true meaning of discipleship: being with Jesus, becoming like Him, and doing what He did. Through honest stories of brokenness, forgiveness, grief, healing, and transformation, this talk reveals how spending time with Jesus reshapes our identity, restores our freedom, and empowers us to live with purpose.Discipleship isn't about perfection — it's about proximity. When we choose to be with Jesus daily, His love transforms us from the inside out.

What comes into your mind when you think about God?In this message from our Under Construction series at St Mary's, Matt explores Psalm 95 — a powerful “call to worship” that holds both invitation and warning.Worship isn't just singing. It begins with seeing God rightly.

This week Andy speaks to us about the importance of connection, not just for our faith but for our overall wellbeing too!

This week John looks at a crucial part of our foundations as Christians and as a church: prayer.

One of our values at St Mary's is being a truly intercultural church. This week, as we look at rebuilding our church, Kristin talks about the importance of striving for diversity, of lifting each other up and making sure that when one part of the body is hurting, we are there to support and make a change.

As part of our 'Under Construction' series, Isla shares a powerful testimony of her journey with the Holy Spirit and equips us with a simple, practical framework for making hearing and responding to the Holy Spirit a normal way of life.

John looks at one of our core values: ministry in the power of the Holy Spirit. Why it is so important, and whether we can expect the same power that they experienced in the Bible.

John talks about returning home through the story of the Prodigal Son.

What if evangelism was more about listening than persuading? Matt reflects on Paul in Athens and invites us into a kinder, wiser way of sharing the good news of Jesus.

Tired of making the same old New Year's resolutions? Perhaps we should take a different route into 2026...

It's our Carol Service! Matt speaks to us about how we can truly experience joy.

Kirstine jumps into our latest series 'Good News of Great Joy' and delves into what it really means to be know by God in amongst hardship and grief.

In a great time of fear: Fear of hatred, fear of getting cancelled, fear of speaking out - how do we navigate this complex time? And how should we respond?

With all the division in this world, where and how do we stand? Aileen brings God's word into the midst of our divided nation. In this tide of 'othering' - WHERE and HOW do we stand in this divided world?

Continuing on with our series, WHOLEHEARTED, John shares AI's top tips for becoming an excellent giver...

As part of our ongoing Wholehearted series, John takes us deeper into the theme of “giving,” examining its biblical foundation and its practical expression within our church family. He invites us to consider how generosity forms our shared life together.

Kirstine looks back on the Life Course weekend away, exploring how people encountered God through the Holy Spirit and discovered healing, reassurance, and a deeper sense of God's love. It also unpacks how we can be confident in our relationship with God—through His promises, Jesus' work on the cross, and the Spirit's ongoing presence—while inviting us to consider our own next steps in faith and community.

Kristin speaks to us about peace and justice on Remembrance Sunday and explores the response to injustice that Jesus models.

John explores God's ongoing invitation to lay down our defences and step into a relationship of peace, healing, and reconciliation with Him. Through honest reflection and stories of the Holy Spirit at work, it encourages us to stay open to God's loving presence and the transformation He brings.

John shares how the Holy Spirit works through ordinary people to bring hope, healing, and restoration in ways we could never achieve on our own. Through powerful stories and gentle invitation, it encourages us to open our hearts to God's Spirit and discover a deeper experience of His love and purpose.

John explores how God takes the initiative to reconcile humanity to Himself, removing the barriers we build through our mistakes and brokenness.

This week Kirstine explores how Christians can experience God personally through prayer and reading the Bible, seeing both as ways to build a real, ongoing relationship with Him rather than following rituals or rules. God listens to our honest and consistent prayers, and he cares deeply and desires a genuine connection with each of us.

Today we are joined by Sam Harvey from Bay Vineyard Church, New Zealand. Sam takes us through 1 Thessalonians as he explores what it means to follow God's will.

Sam Harvey has travelled all the way from New Zealand to discuss the pains of getting older. Kidding... well sort of. Here, Sam looks at both the past and future - where God has been and where God is taking him. Be encouraged with powerful testimony and holy wisdom.