St Matts Weekly Message

James begins our new series on the Book of Revelation with an introduction focussing on Revelation 1:1-3, showing how these verses are a lens through which we can read the rest of the letter.James Harding has a PhD in the Book of Revelation and is the Director of St Mellitus College, South West, a theological college based in Plymouth.

In the final message in our JOY sermon series Steve encourages us to step out and engage those we meet with the message of Jesus.

This Sunday we had Ron Cross from Open Doors sharing with us about the joy of being part of a worldwide Church. Ron gave us a reality check on the cost of following Jesus, an encouragement that suffering and persecution can be redeemed, and he reminded us that we have a job to do as witnesses for Jesus. Open Doors is a charity that works with the persecuted church across the world. You can find out more at opendoorsuk.org.

On Giving Sunday, Adam and Sophie encourage us that giving is an act of trust, rooted in joy and an expression of worship.

Sally reminds us of the importance and joy of serving both inside and outside of the church!

Mike reminds us of the importance of and joy of community in the church - we are made to be together! We've also launched our small groups term and you can hear about some of the groups we are running at the end of this podcast.

Check out this weeks podcast where Sophie speaks about a surprise encounter with Jesus that leads to so much joy. All on the day we celebrated our 9th birthday at St Matts and invited loads of people to come try church!

This week we had a guest speaker- Jonny from the Bible society! Take a listen

Our summer series looks at questions Jesus asked. This week Sophie looks at the story of Peter's restoration with Jesus around a fire at the beach.

Our summer series looks at questions Jesus asked. This week Jeff looks at Jesus praying in the garden of Gethsemane when his disciples fall asleep.

Our Summer series looks at key questions Jesus asked. This week Sophie looks at the story of Jesus calming the storm.

Our Summer series focusses on Questions Jesus asked. This week Graham looks at the story of the woman caught in adultery.

Sophie continues with Ephesians  5:21–6:9

Mike carries on our series through Ephesians looking at how Paul's theory plays out in action as we live as children of the light.

Our guest speaker Gerard continues our series on Ephesians looking at Unity and Maturity. Check it out...

Teressa is carrying on our Ephesians series this week looking at  Ephesians 3:1–21

Sophie carries on our Ephesians series after a short pentecost break. This week we're looking at  Ephesians 2:11–22

Jeff continues our Ephesians series speaking on Ephesians 2:1–10

Steve Morgan continues our Ephesians series speaking on Ephesians 1:15-23

Sophie tackles the topic of fasting, one we don't often talk about in church, but clearly a core discipline in the scriptures. Have a listen and then see how you might have a go at building this into your prayer rhythm.

Jeff continues our prayer series looking at how we come to God to ask him for things- to move in our world. We need a red hot core of pray at the centre of all we do!

Sophie caries on our series on prayer looking at the starting point for prayer- adoration!

Sophie kicks off our new series on Prayer!

Sophie concludes our series on relationship and sexuality.

Sophie continues with part 3 of our wholehearted discipleship series looking at the areas of sex, sexuality and relationships.

Sophie continues our new series looking at sex, sexuality and relationship.

Sophie begins our new 4 part series looking at how we can follow Jesus in the complicated area of sexuality.

Steve Morgan opens up Isaiah 11 as we look at the ever widening picture of the Kingdom of God!

James Harding (Principle of St Mellitus theological college) introduces the amazing Christmas message of Isaiah!

Tim from compassion shares on Isaiah 58 and the idea of justice and explores our connection as a church with Compassion - we have a God who is concerned for the poor- how might we join in with that in our own lives.

Here is the wonderful invitation to come to the one who alone can satisfy. In him is life and love and joy. What does it mean to come to him? How does he satisfy? What does our culture suggest satisfies? Join Mike as we take a look through the great invitation in Isaiah 55

With the background of remembrance day and with wars underway around the world, this passage helps us to look forward to a completely different time. It reinforces our faith in an afterlife and in the visions of this in Revelation. How do we live now with a vision of eternity? What is our mission imperative here? Does this mean we don't need to care for our world now and can ignore environmental issues? (No!) Does this mean we don't need to respond to injustice now? (No!). Join Sophie as she explores how will live with this wonderful balance of of judgement and hope in this passage.

Isaiah prophesied the coming of a servant of God who will be anointed and blessed whilst also being rejected and killed. We read these passages as being incredibly accurate prophecies about Jesus. So this is a gospel moment! Graham takes us through the suffering servant passages from Isaiah 52

After a few tricky weeks, we refocus on the God who is omnipotent and beyond all our measures and expectations. Our response is one of awe and gratitude - worship! But also confidence that whatever life throws at us, he is strong enough and powerful enough to strengthen and empower us.Steve

Simon carries on our Isaiah series looking at how God is utterly dependable!

Sophie carries on our sermon series looking at the judgement of God.

In this episode, Rev Dr James Harding (Director of St Mellitus SW Theological college) dives into Isaiah 6:1-8, showing how true worship starts when we let go of self-reliance and see God's holiness. Using the death of King Uzziah as a symbol, he explains that to see God we must let things go. Worship isn't just about confession—it sends us out on mission.

In this special episode, Vicar Sophie marks St. Matt's Church's 8th anniversary, reflecting on the vibrant, diverse community it has become. Discover the church's powerful mission to "love, love, go" as Sophie shares a bold vision for the future—one that calls for risk, dedication, and heart. Whether you're new or returning to faith, this is an invitation to commit to something bigger: empowering young people, enhancing the church spaces, enriching community, and engaging in prayer.

Join Sally as she dives into the heart of Jesus's command to love one another. She challenges us to embrace selfless, authentic love within the community, making space for generosity and prioritizing Jesus. Tune in for a powerful message on building a welcoming, supportive church where everyone feels valued and connected.

Introducing the new mini-series 'Love, Love, Go!' Explore how loving God, loving others, and making disciples are at the core of church life. In this talk and discussion with our Worship Pastor Paul, Sophie invites us to dive deeper into service, obedience, and heartfelt worship. Let's be inspired to live out your faith with passion and purpose!

Join Bishop James Grier as he takes a fresh look at the final instalment of the story of Jonah. In this talk, he explores Jonah's reluctance, God's relentless mercy, and the surprising twist in Jonah's reaction to Nineveh's repentance. This talk challenges us to reflect on our own attitudes towards forgiveness, grace, and God's boundless compassion. Tune in for a thought-provoking message on the complexity of human emotions and divine love.

Did you know that we are in a spiritual battle? Join Graham as he gives us a bit of background to this battle we find ourselves in and some hints and tips at how we can engage in the battle in the power of the Holy Spirit.

As we carry on our Holy Spirit series and on our 'giving Sunday' Sophie looks at the Gift of Giving. Why not have a listen and then take a moment to think about and plan your own giving!

We believe God speaks to us today by the Holy Spirit - join Claire as she explores how we can hear the voice of God and share it in the world around us.

As part of our new 'All-in' service where we all joined together as one church of all ages, Sophie shares what it means for us know the love of God as a gift of the Holy Spirit and how we might share that with those around us!

As part of our Holy Spirit series are looking at some of the gifts of the Holy Spirit - free gifts of grace given to Gods people to encourage the church and its mission. This week Teressa explores the gift 'Healing'

As part of our Holy Spirit series we will be looking at some of the gifts of the Holy Spirit over the next few weeks- free gifts of grace given to Gods people to encourage the church and its mission. This week we start with looking at 'Tongues'- an often misinterpreted gift. Let's get our heads round this together but perhaps more important begin to boldly ask God for the gifts he wants to give us his people !

So we've looks at who the Holy Spirit is and what he does- but what does that have to do with us today? Join Simon as he helps us think about how each of us can be filled with the Holy Spirit- Holy Spirit Come!

Jeff continues our new series on the Holy Spirit looking at the work of the Holy Spirit- what does the Holy Spirit do in us and in the world! Enjoy :)

Sophie kicks of our new series looking at the Holy Spirit. Time to get excited!

Sophie speaks on the story of Zacchaeus at our TryChurch service!