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Advent Message from Bishop Stephens

Posted on December 4, 2024 by stmichaelssurrey
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Stewardship talk part 2!

Posted on November 24, 2024 by stmichaelssurrey

Here is the second part of the stewardship talk by Andy!

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Stewardship talk Part 1

Posted on November 17, 2024 by stmichaelssurrey
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Sunday Reflection

Posted on November 17, 2024 by stmichaelssurrey

Our Temples and Buildings: A beautiful building, the Temple –laboriously built and the pride of the people. Impressive now, Jesus agrees, but not one stone will be left upon stone. The kingdom he offers is not about fancy buildings. His kingdom … Continue reading →

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Sunday Reflection

Posted on November 10, 2024 by stmichaelssurrey

Gratitude and Giving: During the last weeks of the season after Pentecost, the Gospel of Mark, our primary guide, continues. The kingdom of God is open for all people. We hear this message in the readings about the rich man, the … Continue reading →

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Sunday Reflection

Posted on October 27, 2024 by stmichaelssurrey

Blindness and Faith: No ceremony, no pomposity, no swooping in with fuss and feathers. No needs assessments, no programs. Jesus simply stands before the pleading blind man and asks: “What do you want me to do for you?” Jesus can see … Continue reading →

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Sunday Reflection

Posted on October 20, 2024 by stmichaelssurrey

Servanthood: It’s hard to fault the sons of Zebedee for their zeal, but this passage reveals them to be more than a bit woolly-headed. They come to Jesus asking to be glorified with him, one on his right and one on … Continue reading →

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Sunday Reflection

Posted on September 29, 2024 by stmichaelssurrey

Saint Michael and All Angels – Today we celebrate those mysterious beings which Scripture calls “angels,” a name which comes from the Greek word for “messengers.” Messengers from God can be visible or invisible, and may take human or non-human forms. Christians have always … Continue reading →

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Sunday Reflection

Posted on September 22, 2024 by stmichaelssurrey

‘Welcome the Children’ – As Jesus prepares his disciples for what is to come, they not only do not “get it,” they begin to jockey for position. Jesus is succinct: whoever wants to be first must be last of all and servant … Continue reading →

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Sunday Reflection

Posted on September 15, 2024 by stmichaelssurrey

Sunday Reflection: ‘If You Want to Become My Followers’ – “Who do people say that I am?” Jesus asks his disciples. And they offer the various responses they have heard. “But who do YOU say that I am?” asks Jesus. Ah, … Continue reading →

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