Podcasts about baptised

In which a Baptist pastor affirms infant baptism. Reflecting on Matthew 3:16-4:11 with Manningham Uniting Church on 22 February 2026 (Lent 1 Year A, reading extended backwards two verses).

On this weeks podcast we are joined by Bishop Brendan Leahy to reflect on the beginning of the Lenten Season. Bishop Brendan shares with us his reflection from his Lenten Pastoral Letter 2026 on how we could reframe our understanding of the ancient call to fast during the period of Lent including how to translate it into action for the modern world. Fasting is always put before us in the Christian life.  and reminds that “Jesus' call to conversion and penance… does not aim first at outward works… but at the conversion of the heart, interior conversion”. Without interior conversion our external works such as fasting“ remain sterile and false.” In Lent, fasting is never meant as something we do on its own. It is not to be separated from prayer and almsgiving as forms of Christian love. Each of us must decide in our heart and perhaps in consultation with others, what specific form of fasting we want to take on for Lent. And then, we need to persevere in our undertaking. He also shares on a Lenten resource that is being made available as part of the preparations for the National Synodal Pathway. Baptised and Sent is the Preparatory Document for the Pre-Synodal Assembly of the Irish Synodal Pathway, which took place on 18 October 2025. A key moment in the Irish Synodal Pathway it was a shared journey of listening, prayer, and discernment as the People of God. The document was prepared to support reflection and dialogue across parishes, schools, faith communities, and dioceses.This Lent, parishes, schools and groups across Ireland are invited to journey together through a set of reflective resources inspired by Baptised and Sent. Grounded in the conviction that baptism is the foundation of our identity, dignity and mission, these resources help us return to the heart of Christian life, that through Baptism we are reborn in Christ and sent out by the Spirit in service of the Gospel.  Through these Lenten reflections, each person – lay, religious and ordained – are encouraged to rediscover who we are as God's people, to listen to the Holy Spirit and to take concrete steps, individually and collectively towards living our baptismal calling more deeply.You can also register to participate online HERE.We have our regular run through the liturgical odds and ends in part one including the saints of the coming week.In part three we have our weekly reflection on the Sunday gospel and this Sunday's gospel is Matthew's account of the temptations (or testing) of Jesus in the desert which is something for us to reflect on as we enter into our Lenten journey and how would we deal with the temptation to power, pride and testing of God in our lives. Text us at +353 874668950 or email at comeandseeinspirtaions@gmail.com

On this weeks podcast excerpt we are joined by Bishop Brendan Leahy to reflect on the beginning of the Lenten Season. Bishop Brendan shares with us his reflection from his Lenten Pastoral Letter 2026 on how we could reframe our understanding of the ancient call to fast during the period of Lent including how to translate it into action for the modern world. Fasting is always put before us in the Christian life.  and reminds that “Jesus' call to conversion and penance… does not aim first at outward works… but at the conversion of the heart, interior conversion”. Without interior conversion our external works such as fasting“ remain sterile and false.” In Lent, fasting is never meant as something we do on its own. It is not to be separated from prayer and almsgiving as forms of Christian love. Each of us must decide in our heart and perhaps in consultation with others, what specific form of fasting we want to take on for Lent. And then, we need to persevere in our undertaking. He also shares on a Lenten resource that is being made available as part of the preparations for the National Synodal Pathway. Baptised and Sent is the Preparatory Document for the Pre-Synodal Assembly of the Irish Synodal Pathway, which took place on 18 October 2025. A key moment in the Irish Synodal Pathway it was a shared journey of listening, prayer, and discernment as the People of God. The document was prepared to support reflection and dialogue across parishes, schools, faith communities, and dioceses.This Lent, parishes, schools and groups across Ireland are invited to journey together through a set of reflective resources inspired by Baptised and Sent. Grounded in the conviction that baptism is the foundation of our identity, dignity and mission, these resources help us return to the heart of Christian life, that through Baptism we are reborn in Christ and sent out by the Spirit in service of the Gospel.  Through these Lenten reflections, each person – lay, religious and ordained – are encouraged to rediscover who we are as God's people, to listen to the Holy Spirit and to take concrete steps, individually and collectively towards living our baptismal calling more deeply.You can also register to participate online HERE.Text us at +353 874668950 or email at comeandseeinspirtaions@gmail.com

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Janet Forbes from the National Synodal team explains Baptised and Sent in Lent, a new reflective resource calling us back to our Baptism as the foundation of our identity, dignity and mission. Click here to listen to more great interviews! L'articolo Baptised & Sent in Lent – Janet Forbes – Synodal Pathway proviene da Radio Maria.

Fr Robert explores “Baptised and Sent in Lent” and some other Synodal Pathway suggestions, along with news for Pioneers. L'articolo Pioneer Hour – Baptised and Sent in Lent – Fr Robert McCabe proviene da Radio Maria.

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Join Fr Rob as he reflects on the Sunday Gospel readings and how we can apply these reflections to our lives today. The Baptism Of The LordGospel: Matthew 3:13-17

The Jews were baptised to enter the New Covenant when they accepted Him as the promised Messiah, and the Gentiles when they were called to come to God through faith in Him. Both Jews and Gentiles came with their children. But after churches were established, most of the baptisms were of the children born in those families. So it is today in churches that practice household baptism.

We are having baptisms this Sunday and several more in the coming weeks. This is wonderful news, and there will be much rejoicing in Heaven due to these acts of obedience. This Sunday, Graham Jones asks the question, “What Does It Take to Please God?” It's a question answered with three further questions we need to be regularly reminded of:1. Why do we get Baptised? 2. Why do we take Communion? 3. Why do we love God and others? If you enjoyed this sermon please consider subscribing.CONNECT WITH US Instagram: www.instagram.com/humeridgechurch Facebook: www.facebook.com/humeridgechurch YouTube: www.youtube.com/humeridgechurchHave you made a decision to follow Jesus? Do you have a praise point, or want to request prayer? We would love for you to get in contact with us so we can follow up with you! Please complete the contact form on our website at https://humeridge.church/contact

Baptism is an instruction from God, and new life is given when you are Baptised! Move from death to life in this powerful sermon by Pr Gebhardt Berndt!

On this weeks podcast John and Shane catch up with Julieann Moran, the General Secretary of the Irish Synodal Pathway to get an update on where things are with the Irish Synodal Process especially after the Pre-Synodal Assembly held in Kilkenny on the 18th October.Julieann takes us (briefly) through the process to date outlining the interaction of the Irish Synodal Pathway with the global Synod of Bishops work on Synodality and how it has linked together before explaining what happened in Kilkenny and outlining what is the plan for the next 12 months ahead of a Synodal Assembly in 2026. The whole process has been very faith focused and led by prayer. The Synodal process is very focused on discernment and being open to the promptings of the Holy Spirit with particular focus on the process of Conversations in the Spirit to facilitate the dialogue needed. Julieann takes us through the day in Kilkenny highlighting the preparation before hand with the publication of the document Baptised & Sent and how after the Synodal process from 2021, the areas of focus have been distilled down to 7 priorities but with everything examined and assessed through the focal point of our baptism and what it means for us as a church of disciples of Jesus Christ. Ahead of the formal Synodal Assemblies next year we move into a phase of action where parishes and dioceses become "laboratories of synodality" looking to assess and act on the 7 priority areas supported by previous experience, solid theological and other inputs and learning from good practice around the country and from around the world. Resources:Synodal Pathway websiteBaptised & Sent document including the reflection on baptismVideos & quick interviewsThe WayiCatholicText us at +353 874668950 or email at comeandseeinspirtaions@gmail.com

On this weeks podcast John and Shane catch up with Julieann Moran, the General Secretary of the Irish Synodal Pathway to get an update on where things are with the Irish Synodal Process especially after the Pre-Synodal Assembly held in Kilkenny on the 18th October.We have a very quick run through the liturgical odds and ends on this weeks calendar including a reminder about next weekend being the lovely feasts of All Saints and All Souls.In part three we have our weekly pause and reflection on the Sunday gospel which continues Luke's focus on prayer with the parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector. Irish Synodal Pathway UpdateJohn and Shane catch up with Julieann Moran to find out what has been happening with the Irish Synodal Pathway and in particular what took place in Kilkenny on 18th October at the Pre-Synodal Assembly. Julieann takes us (briefly) through the process to date outlining the interaction of the Irish Synodal Pathway with the global Synod of Bishops work on Synodality and how it has linked together before explaining what happened in Kilkenny and outlining what is the plan for the next 12 months ahead of a Synodal Assembly in 2026. The whole process has been very faith focused and led by prayer. The Synodal process is very focused on discernment and being open to the promptings of the Holy Spirit with particular focus on the process of Conversations in the Spirit to facilitate the dialogue needed. Julieann takes us through the day in Kilkenny highlighting the preparation before hand with the publication of the document Baptised & Sent and how after the Synodal process from 2021, the areas of focus have been distilled down to 7 priorities but with everything examined and assessed through the focal point of our baptism and what it means for us as a church of disciples of Jesus Christ. Ahead of the formal Synodal Assemblies next year we move into a phase of action where parishes and dioceses become "laboratories of synodality" looking to assess and act on the 7 priority areas supported by previous experience, solid theological and other inputs and learning from good practice around the country and from around the world. Resources:Synodal Pathway websiteBaptised & Sent document including the reflection on baptismVideos & quick interviewsThe WayiCatholicText us at +353 874668950 or email at comeandseeinspirtaions@gmail.com

Tune in as Senior Pastor Kaira shows us the criticality of walking with the Holy Spirit in this life and how the quality of our godly works here on earth is measured by our intentions behind said works.

Devotion : Baptised into the Family. / Luke 3:21-38 by Community Lutheran Church

Ps. Paul addresses to us from Matthew 16:21-28 this week.

The service was led by Annaliese Johnson and Iain Lothian with the reflection from Simon Barrow.

Baptised and weaponised in the capital's factional struggles, this episode explores how Parisian politics created “the Vendée.” What began as scattered unrest became a manufactured menace: the ultimate threat to revolutionary France. From draconian laws to dysfunctional commands, discover how factional chaos in Paris turned rebellion into massacre and set the stage for accusations of genocide. Don't miss this episode for community members! Support the show today! Listen Now At Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest speaker, Katia Adams, joins us today with a great message about being baptised in the Spirit and being able to do the things God has called us to do.

Introduction  A Dangerous Gospel (v1-3).  A dangerous place: the wilderness.  A dangerous message: the Lord is coming!  A dangerous person: Jesus Christ, the Son of God.  God's Messenger: John the Baptist (v4-8)  God's Son: Jesus Christ (v9-15).  Baptised by John.  Tempted by Satan.  Mighty to Save.  Conclusion  The Gospel introduces us to Jesus Christ, the Son of God.  Foretold by the prophets and announced by John the Baptist.  He is the Spirit-led Man – whose love for God is beyond all question.  He is the King who takes the kind of risks that faith requires to defeat Satan and save us from our sins. 

Seventy adults were baptised in the Archdiocese of Dublin this April, up from just 39 in 2024. It's the highest number ever recorded by the diocese and the majority of converts were in their twenties and thirties. So, why is religion having a revival with some young people? Newstalk's Sarah Madden reports:

Seventy adults were baptised in the Archdiocese of Dublin this April, up from just 39 in 2024. It's the highest number ever recorded by the diocese and the majority of converts were in their twenties and thirties. So, why is religion having a revival with some young people? Newstalk's Sarah Madden reports:

Just been baptised? Or perhaps you've been a believer for years and are asking, 'What's next?' Drawing from Jesus' own post-baptism journey into the wilderness, Alvin explores how the Holy Spirit often leads us into unexpected seasons of preparation and discovery, equipping us with spiritual sensitivity for every step of our faith.Mark 1:9-13

Preached by: Bob O'Bannon Over: Acts 1:1-5 On: 07/06/2025

In honour of today's baptism service, pastor Dan explains why Jesus (who never sinned) participated in John's “baptism of repentance.” And just as importantly, why baptism is such a vital step in our spiritual journey. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada.

Baptised With Fire

Is water baptism is just a symbolic ritual or something more essential? This thought-provoking episode tackles the controversial question: "Do we really need to get baptized twice?" – revealing powerful biblical truths that many contemporary churches have overlooked or diluted.Through a careful examination of Scripture, we uncover the inseparable relationship between water baptism and Spirit baptism. Beginning with the foundations of Paul's gospel message in 1 Corinthians 15 – that Christ died, was buried, and rose again – we trace how our response must mirror this three-part reality. Just as Jesus didn't merely die but was also buried and resurrected, our baptismal experience must encompass both water (taking part in His death and burial) and Spirit (living and walking by the indwelling Spirit).The evidence builds as we journey through Scripture: from Jesus' own baptism "to fulfill all righteousness," to Peter's Pentecost instructions to "repent, be baptized... and receive the Holy Ghost," to Paul rebaptizing disciples who had only experienced John's baptism. A consistent pattern emerges – the apostles never separated water baptism from Spirit baptism, and neither should we.This message directly challenges much of today's Christian teaching that treats baptism as optional or merely symbolic. The biblical pattern shows that authentic discipleship requires both baptisms. Whether you've been baptized before, are considering baptism, or simply want deeper biblical understanding, this episode will transform your perspective on what it truly means to fully obey the gospel of Jesus Christ. "Message Our Father's Heart a Question or Response"Support the showThank you so much for listening and sharing with others! We would very much appreciate you continuing to FOLLOW, SUBSCRIBE, and LIKE us through any of the following platforms:Substack: htt​ps://ourfathersheart.substack.com/Website: ourfathersheart.orgPodcast: https://ourfathersheart.buzzsprout.com/shareTwitter: https://twitter.com/@ofathersheart Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ofathersheartYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ourfathersheartMay God bless you and make you prosperous in Him as you listen and obey His voice!

Tuesday 22 April 2025

In this episode, Pastor Dilip ministers on baptism. Part 15 of the sermon series titled 'Word Became Flesh', preached at Resurrection Sunday Service on 20 April 2025 at Revelation Church.

Today the last 2 chapters of Paul's letter to the Galatians illustrate the sharp contrast between those who put all the emphasis in their living – to observe the Law of Moses and practice circumcision – in contrast to belonging to Christ for “in Christ Jesus”, writes Paul, “neither circumcision nor uncircumcision counts for anything, but only faith working through love.” [5 v.6]Most of us are not affected by those who advocate keeping the law and circumcision today. But there are  there are those who believe it is vital as to which day you come together to worship.  In writing to the Colossians Paul advised: “ …. Let no one pass judgement on you in questions of food or drink, or with regard to a festival or a new moon or a Sabbath.” [2 v.16]Our salvation does not depend on us observing rules or days – other than the simplicity – and wonder – of remembering that Christ died for us..  Baptised believers are to meet in remembrance of his death in the way Jesus instituted just before his death.  They prayerfully meet to partake of bread and wine (Luke 22 v.14-20) as “the new covenant in my blood” replacing the old covenant under the law of Moses.There is no command as to which day of the week this was to be observed.  But initially, after the dramatic events on the day of Pentecost, with about 3,000 being baptised, they met “day by day … breaking bread in their homes” [Acts 2 v.41,46].  Acts 20 v.7 tells us that they met to break bread on “the first day of the week” – but there is no command about this.Paul told the Galatians, be “led by the Spirit, you are not under the law.” [5 v18]“The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.”  [v.22-23]Now, to produce good fruit on a tree, much pruning, tending, watering, and protection from predators is needed, varying according to the environment.  There is a parallel picture to this in the spiritual realm if we are to produce good spiritual fruit.The next and last verse in the chapter says, “And those who belong to Christ have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires.”  This does not happen automatically, we need to feed on God's word every day and to pray. Paul told the Colossians[Ch. 1 v.9,10]: “we have not ceased to pray for you, asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of his will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, so as to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to him, bearing fruit …”.

Story for the second week of Epiphany. ‭‭Luke‬ ‭3‬:‭15‬-‭17‬, ‭21‬-‭22‬ ‭CEV‬‬ https://bible.com/bible/392/luk.3.22.CEV

Today we started reading the book of Acts.  So many things in it are relevant to our efforts to serve Christ today, but it is important that we read it carefully; regrettably some do not. It begins with a summary of the final days of Jesus before he ascended to heaven “after he had given commands through the Holy Spirit to the Apostles whom he had chosen” [2]; it was a period of 40 days. (v.3) We notice how “he ordered them not to depart from Jerusalem but to wait for the promise of the father … you will be baptised by the Holy Spirit not many days from now.” [v.5]  To whom was he making this promise?  These 12 Apostles were now only 11 because of the tragedy of Judas Iscariot, so Peter says (v.21-23) that they must find a replacement “to take the place of this ministry and apostleship” [v.26]. To do this they end up casting lots – and the last verse reads “and the lot fell to Matthias and he was numbered with the eleven Apostles.”  It becomes evident that only the 12 received the promised Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost.  When the day came it was just the 12 who were standing up before the people (2 v.14) which some sceptics were accusing of being drunk (v.15).  We need to recall last week's reading in John's Gospel where Jesus was promising them the “spirit of truth”, a “helper” would be “sent to you from the father” [Ch.15 v26; 16 v.13].  This Spirit, says Jesus, “will guide you into all the Truth.”  It “will declare to you things to come” and will “bring to your remembrance all that I have said to you.” [14 v.26].  It is obvious that this Divine source of help is specially for the twelve, they are to be “baptised” into it by having the power come upon them.  As we read on in Acts 2 we will learn that a “gift” was promised to the converts, but required the presence of one or more of the disciples for it to be given (Acts 8 v.14-17).  In today's chapter we see that the disciples were hoping the kingdom would be established right then (v.6); but no, they were to be witnesses, beginning “in Jerusalem … to the end of the earth.” [v.8]  This commission to the apostles concluded with the passing of the apostle John, but the Spirit through their written word continues to spread to all parts of the earth even now.

While Apollos was at Corinth, Paul took the road through the interior and arrived at Ephesus. There he found some disciples and asked them, ‘Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you believed?' They answered, ‘No, we have not even heard that there is a Holy Spirit.' So Paul asked, ‘Then what baptism did you receive?' ‘John's baptism,' they replied. Paul said, ‘John's baptism was a baptism of repentance. He told the people to believe in the one coming after him, that is, in Jesus.' On hearing this, they were baptised in the name of the Lord Jesus. When Paul placed his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they spoke in tongues and prophesied. There were about twelve men in all. Paul entered the synagogue and spoke boldly there for three months, arguing persuasively about the kingdom of God. But some of them became obstinate; they refused to believe and publicly maligned the Way. So Paul left them. He took the disciples with him and had discussions daily in the lecture hall of Tyrannus. (Acts 9.1-9, NIV)

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Had a great time with Olivia as she shared her "Reversion Story" of coming back to the Catholic Church. Baptised and raised Catholic, Olivia grew bored and drifted away from the Mass like many young people do, attending the Non-Denominational Scene as well as exploring the New Age Movement. It didnt take long for life to start getting her roughed up a bit, but she knew where to return to find her way home!

In 1319 Roger de Stangrave, a Hospitaller knight, and a Jew named Isaac arrived in England. For a ransom of 10,00 gold florins, Isaac had freed Stangrave, a stranger to him, from over 30 years of Mamluk captivity and then accompanied the knight home to be repaid. By 1322, Isaac has converted to Christianity and become Edward of St. John, with King Edward II taking him as godson. What motivated Isaac to ransom a stranger for such an exorbitant cost and leave his native Egypt and end up baptised in England which at the time had expelled all Jews with the decree of Edward I in 1290 (father of Edward II) until it was formally overturned under Oliver Cromwell in 1656? With the backdrop of the Crusades and European antisemitism, to share with us today his investigation of this curious tale is Dr. Rory MacLellan. Dr MacLellan completed his PhD in Medieval History 2019 at St. Andrews and is currently a cataloguer and manuscript researcher at the British Library. He specialises in medieval religious history, especially the crusades and the military-religious orders. His first book, ‘Donations to the Knights Hospitaller in Britain and Ireland', 1291-1400, is published by Routledge. TIMESTAMPS: 02:20 The first records of Jews in England start with William the Conqueror although one can speculate there may have been Jews prior during the Roman occupation. What many viewers may not know is that Jews were officially expelled from England by Edward I in 1290 until it was formally overturned under Oliver Cromwell in 1657. 15:37 The reign of Edward II (1284-1327) coincides with the titular caliphates of Al-Hakim I (1262 - 1302) and Al-Mustakfi I (1302-1340) and the de facto rule of a number of Mamluk sultans starting with Qalawun (1279-1290) and ending with the second reign Nasir ad-Din Muhammad (1299-1309). What was the socio-political context of Edward's reign domestically and abroad, and what was he like as a person? 20:41 He was also cucked by a Frenchman. His wife Isabella shacked up with a Roger Mortimer and declared war on her husband. What happened there? 24:27 And give us also an overview of the Crusades and how that forms the backdrop to our story. 28:43 Before we look at Isaac and his journey to England, tell us first about Stangrave and how he ended up as a prisoner of war. 30:35 Enter Isaac. What do we do know about him? 39:08 And tell us more about the Domus Conversorum: a London hospital for baptised Jews and their relatives. 44:05 Your essay is a really good example of a critical reading of the sources. Tell us what you think really happened and why. 51:30 Comparison of Jewish life in Mamluk Egypt and Christian England 1:00:08 You have also looked at how the so-called 'alt right' can manipulate medieval history for their political agenda. Tell us your views about that. For more on our guest: https://twitter.com/RFMacLellan https://bl.academia.edu/RoryMacLellan SPONSOR:  We are sponsored by IHRC bookshop. Listeners get a 15% discount on all purchases online and in-store.  Visit IHRC bookshop at shop.ihrc.org and use discount code AHP15 at checkout.  Terms and conditions apply. Contact IHRC bookshop for details. IslamicHistory #MedievalHistory #AbbasidHistory #jewishhistory #crusades #baptism #egypt https://linktr.ee/abbasidhistorypodcast

Maggie Wheeler was not a Springsteen fan. If she was going to give her love to a working class local hero, it was John Mellencamp all the way. In 2012, Maggie married Ray (who was a huge Bruce Fan) and like many mixed marriages, they found other common ground. Then something happened. I won't spoil it here, please listen to the podcast and then go read her story - https://www.letterstoyou.net/post/baptized-by-bruce-a-brand-new-springsteen-fan-shares-her-experience Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maggie Wheeler was not a Springsteen fan. If she was going to give her love to a working class local hero, it was John Mellencamp all the way. In 2012, Maggie married Ray (who was a huge Bruce Fan) and like many mixed marriages, they found other common ground. Then something happened. I won't spoil it here, please listen to the podcast and then go read her story - https://www.letterstoyou.net/post/baptized-by-bruce-a-brand-new-springsteen-fan-shares-her-experience Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anna McGahan is an Australian actress and storyteller who found God in the most radical of ways. Baptised into the Pentecostal tradition, she gave up everything to follow Jesus only to find that life in the church wasn't quite what it seemed.  In this episode we discuss: meeting God and meeting the church, it's not the same finding agency in celibacy losing queerness to find God recovering a sense of equilibrium and self Partner with us to hear The Jess & Devi Show and our take on the 1999 romcom She's All That (spoiler: it's not all that). Join for $3/month (USD).  Anna McGahan is an actor, author, screenwriter, playwright and poet. Anna's work prioritises a defiant female gaze to explore experiences of embodiment, motherhood, sexuality and spirituality. She is the author of the Vogel Prize-winning novel, Immaculate, a book of poetry about motherhood, Skin, and the memoir, Metanoia. She lives in Meanjin (Brisbane), with her two young daughters. Subscribe to her Substack here.