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Conversations with Father Greg

by Fr Greg Fiennes-Clinton

This podcast is an attempt to explore ways to overcome pandemic induced isolation and help people thoughtfully consider the world around us through the lens of faith.

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  1. A Homily for Sunday, October 11th, 2026 - Thanksgiving Sunday

    Today we take a few minutes to consider those things that make us truly, authentically grateful. Come and take a listen. (Luke 17:11–19)

  2. Homily for Sunday, October 4th, 2026 - the 19th Sunday after Pentecost

    What have you been watching on TV lately? Lately, I’ve been watching a lot of cooking shows. I’ve gone down a bit of a rabbit hole with shows that feature a variety of struggling restaurants that is saved from the brink by a well-known chef or restauranteur. In each episode, the pressing question...

  3. Homily for Sunday, September 27th, 2026 - the 18th Sunday after Pentecost

    This week I was thinking about some of the stages that we go through in life. We go to school, get a job, have a family, change jobs, and eventually even retire. We meet thousands of people throughout our journey – some of whom become lifelong friend and others … not so much. It’s a part of the...

  4. Homily for Sunday, September 20th, 2026 - the 17th Sunday after Pentecost

    Today we pause to consider those times when we encounter things, or ideas, that change the way that we see the world around us. (Matthew 20:1-16)

  5. Homily for Sunday, September 13th, 2026 - the 16th Sunday after Pentecost

    Our primary text for this week comes from Romans 14:1-12.

  6. Homily for Sunday, September 6th, 2026 - the 15th Sunday after Pentecost

    Have you ever heard the expression that every coin has 2 sides? Someone who is considered to be determined, tenacious, or as having a generally strong resolve can also be stubborn and inflexible depending on the circumstances. Today we consider Jesus' practical instructions on restoring bruised…

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  7. Homily for Sunday, August 30th, 2026 - the 14th Sunday after Pentecost

    Today we consider the Apostle Paul's advice about de-escalating conflict. (Romans 12:9-21)

  8. Homily for Sunday, August 23rd, 2026 - 2026 Dufferin Marsh Ecumenical Service

    We are happy to be back after having taken a couple of weeks for summer vacation. Today's episode features a homily delivered at the 2026 Duffern Marsh Ecumenical Service, featuring the Anglican Parish of Lloydtown, Emmanuel Presbyterian Church (Schomberg), and Schomberg United Church. The…

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  9. Homily for Sunday, July 26th, 2026 - the 9th Sunday after Pentecost

    Today we consider how easy it can be for something to get "lost in translation" and how this might relate to Jesus' teaching about a growing alternate reality. (Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52)

  10. Homily for Sunday, July 19th, 2026 - the Feast of St. Mary Magdalene

    Today we celebrate the Feast of St. Mary Magdalene, whose feast day normally falls on July 22nd, but we transferred it to the Sunday before ... just so we wouldn't miss out. Our primary scripture reading, for today is taken from John 20:1-3, 11-18.

  11. Homily for Sunday, July 12th, 2026 - the 7th Sunday after Pentecost

    Today, we pause to consider how 2 monks and a young woman can help us understand what the Apostle Paul teaches about God, the law, and our freedom. (Romans 8:1-11)

  12. Homily for Sunday, July 5th, 2026 - the 6th Sunday after Pentecost

    Today we pause to consider how we respond when the task seems overwhelming or the path seems unclear. (Genesis 24:34-38, 42-49, 58-67)

  13. Homily for Sunday, June 28th, 2026 - the 5th Sunday after Easter

    Today we pause to consider the concept of hospitality. Since the earliest of Biblical times, God encouraged faithful people to show hospitality to friend, stranger, and even foe alike. (Matthew 10:40-42)

  14. Homily for Sunday, June 21st, 2026 - the 4th Sunday after Pentecost

    When was the last time that you got lost? I remember one road trip that a friend and I took about 10 years ago. A “slight navigational error” added about 200 miles and several hours to our journey. In comparison that seemed a lot more like “getting lost”. While it was disorienting, and more than…

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  15. Homily for Sunday, June 14th, 2026 - the 3rd Sunday after Pentecost

    Today, we hear some of Jesus teaching about the importance of putting our faith into action. (Matthew 9:35—10:8)

  16. Homily for Sunday, June 7th, 2026 - the 2nd Sunday after Pentecost

    Have you ever found yourself at a turning point, in life? Sometimes life changing things can come in the form of easy to spot, big, decisions and at other times they can seem relatively small yet still have long standing implications. Today, we pause to consider some of these. (Matthew 9:9-13,...

  17. Homily for Sunday, May 31st, 2026 - Trinity Sunday

    Have you ever considered the things that inform how you interact with the world? Things like our family history, our language, where we are from, our economic status, and our gender all affect the way that we see the world. When we encounter someone who does not share our perspective, we have the...

  18. Homily for Sunday, May 17th, 2026 - the 7th Sunday in Easter

    Have you ever considered how certain people, or groups of people, say goodbye? Is it a long process of "several good-bye's" as you make your way toward the door or do you quietly slip out without much ado? Today, we examine what many call "Jesus Farewell Discourse" in which he prepares his...

  19. Homily for Sunday, May 10th, 2026 - the 6th Sunday in Easter

    Have you ever tried to have a conversation with someone, only to discover that you were not really connecting with each other, despite your best efforts? Today we stop to consider what it takes to communicate effectively in our changing world. (Acts 17:22-31)

  20. Homily for Sunday, May 3rd, 2026 - the 5th Sunday in Easter

    Have you ever listened to the news, or read the paper, and imagined how much better the world could be? Today, we consider the important role that having a dream, or vision, for the future plays not only in outlives, but in the lives of those around us. Come and take a listen. (Acts 7:55-60)

  21. Homily for Sunday, April 26th, 2026 - the 4th Sunday in Easter

    When I was a boy, seeing my first shooting star taught me that things are not always as they appear. Today, we find that same concept in some of Jesus teaching. Come and take a listen. (John 10:1-10)

  22. Homily for Sunday, April 19th, 2026 - the 3rd Sunday in Easter

    Would you consider yourself to be a controversial person?n How often do you say, or do, things that other people find provocative or debateable? The answer to this question could be very subjective. There are times when it might be okay … or maybe even a good thing … to be a little controversial…

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  23. Homily for Sunday, April 12th, 2026 - the 2nd Sunday in Easter

    Have you ever heard the saying that a person “can’t see the forest for the trees”? It’s meant to describe someone who is so focussed on the details that they can’t see the big picture. Today, we consider a story about a man who had some doubts, how he was able to set them aside, and what that may...

  24. Homily for Sunday, April 5th, 2026 - Easter Sunday

    As we begin to think about Easter, this year, I’d like to take a moment to ask everyone a question. What are your 3 favourite things about Easter?Like many holidays, Easter holds different memories and traditions for different people. What are some of yours? As the years go by, our traditions…

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  25. Homily for Friday, April 3rd, 2026 - Good Friday

    Join us as we commemorate what is arguably the most somber day in the Christian Calendar - Good Friday. A note to listeners that our Scripture reading describes Jesus' arrest, trial, and subsequent crucifixion. Some listeners may find the content disturbing. (John 18:1-19:42)

  26. Homily for Thursday, April 2nd, 2026 - Maundy Thursday

    Today Christians around the world mark something called Maundy Thursday. The term Maundy Thursday comes from the Latin word Mandatum – which means commandment, or rule. Each year, during Holy Week, we recall some of the last instructions that Jesus gave his disciples. (John 13:1-17, 31b-35)

  27. Homily for Sunday, March 29th, 2026 - Palm Sunday

    Please join as as we journey along, with Jesus, toward Jerusalem. (Matthew 21:1-11).

  28. Homily for Sunday, March 22nd, 2026 - the 5th Sunday in Lent

    A friend recently sent me a cartoon whose caption read “I’m pretty confident that my last words will be … it seemed like a good idea at the time.” Today we consider some of our own choices, both the good and those that are less than ideal. We also consider what Scripture has to say about making...

  29. Homily for Sunday, March 15th, 2026 - the 4th Sunday in Lent

    Have you ever heard the expression "Don't judge a book by its cover?" Today, we consider what it means in the context of our faith. (1 Samuel 16:1-13 and John 9:1-41).

  30. Homily for Sunday, March 8th, 2026 - the 3rd Sunday in Lent

    Have you ever been through "a dry spell",or felt as though you were going through a particularly challenging time? It's okay - even Jesus did. Let's talk about it. (Exodus 17:1-7)

  31. Homily for Sunday, March 1st, 2026 - the 2nd Sunday in Lent

    Today, we hear from the Rt. Rev. Andrew Asbil, Diocesan Bishop of Toronto, during his Episcopal Visit to Christ Church Kettleby. (Genesis 12:1-4a and John 3:1-17)

  32. Homily for Sunday, February 22nd, 2026 - the 1st Sunday in Lent

    We’ve been away for a while , but we’re back, and hoping to reconnect. In this episode we take time to consider cookies, wolves, and the impact of our choices on ourselves, on others, and on the world. (Genesis 2:15-17, 3:1-7)

  33. Homily for Sunday, March 9th, 2025 - the 1st Sunday in Lent.

    If time and money were no obstacle, how would you like to spend your time? When I’m passionate about something I spend a fair bit of time either thinking about it or making time to do it whenever I can. What do our words, and our actions say about the things that we're passionate about? (Romans...

  34. Homily for Wednesday, March 5th, 2025 - Ash Wednesday

    Today we gather, quietly, considering the aroma of pancakes, sausages, and our journey toward Easter. ( Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21)

  35. Homily for Sunday, February 23rd, 2025 - the 7th Sunday after Epiphany

    Come and listen to a story about about a monkey, a peanut, and healthy boundaries. (Luke 6:27-38)

  36. Homily for Sunday, February 16th, 2025 - the 6th Sunday after Epiphany

    (Jeremiah 17:5-10)

  37. Homily for Sunday, February 9th, 2025 - the 5th Sunday after Epiphany

    Have you ever heard the joke that starts off by asking “How many Church folks does it take to change a lightbulb?” It’s an old joke that pokes fun at those who are resistant to change. Come and listen as we think about how our faith encourages us to be adaptive. (1 Corinthians 15:1-11)

  38. Homily for Sunday, February 2nd, 2025 - the Presentation of Jesus

    Come and listen as we consider the Winter Solstice, sunlight, and Jesus going to the temple with his folks. (Luke 2:22-40)

  39. Homily for Sunday, January 26th, 2025 - the 3rd Sunday after Epiphany.

    This week we take a few minutes to consider how the concept of individual strengths and weaknesses. How do they benefit us, and those in our communities.(1 Corinthians 12:12-31)

  40. Homily for Sunday, January 19th, 2025 - the 2nd Sunday after Epiphany

    How do you feel about gift giving? Have you ever received a gift that you don't know what to do with? Come and take a listen as we consider the gifts that we have been given. (1 Corinthians 12:1-11)

  41. Homily for Sunday, January 12th, 2025 - the Feast of the Baptism of Jesus

    How do you feel about surprises? Some people love 'em, some people hate 'em. Today we take some time to think about being surprised by God. Come and take a listen. (Acts 8:14-17)

  42. Homily for Sunday, December 1st, 2024 - the 1st Sunday in Advent

    The first Sunday in the Season of Advent marks the beginning of a new liturgical year, in which we watch, wait, and prepare to celebrate the birth of the Christ child. Please join us we begin this journey together. (1 Thessalonians 3:9-13)

  43. Homily for Sunday, November 17th, 2024 - the 25th Sunday after Pentecost

    What do the sci-fi characters George Taylor, Nova, and the Temple in Jerusalem have to teach us about the Christian faith? Come and take a listen. (Mark 13:1-8)

  44. Homily for Sunday, November 10th, 2024 - the 24th Sunday after Pentecost

    I am not much of a golfer, but I know enough to know that, like many things in life, golf is a game of degrees. Being off by a couple of degrees can mean the difference of a few inches or several feet (if not yards). It’s a reminder that sometimes small things can have a big impact. Come and…

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  45. Homily for Sunday, November 3rd, 2024 - the Feast of All Saints

    Today we celebrate the Feast of All Saints Day in which we consider the legacy of faith that we have received from those who have gone before. (John 11:32-44)

  46. Homily for Sunday, October 27th, 2024 - the 23rd Sunday after Pentecost

    Have you ever heard of going nose blind? It refers to the idea that familiarity can lead to blind spots in life. Today we chat about learning see the familiar with fresh eyes. (Mark 10:46-52)

  47. Homily for Sunday, October 20th, 2024 - the 22nd Sunday after Pentecost

    Today we consider a story in which two of Jesus’ closest friends really misread “the room”. The story serves as a reminder that sometimes things don’t alway go as planned, and some times that’s really okay. Come and take a listen. (Mark 10:35-45)

  48. Homily for Sunday, October 13th, 2024 - Thanksgiving Sunday (Canada)

    What do the TV Show characters Sam Malone, Cliff Craven, and Norm Peterson have to teach us not only about Thanksgiving but also about the Christian faith. Come and take a listen. (Luke 17:11–19)

  49. Homily for Sunday, October 6th, 2024 - the 20th Sunday after Pentecost

    Roughly 20 years ago, an ad campaign asked viewers “What’s in YOUR wallet?” Join us today, as we pause to consider issues of identity and purpose. (Hebrews 1: 1-4, 2:5-12)

  50. Homily for Sunday, September 29th, 2024 - the Feast of St Michael and All Angels

    Have you ever seen those sweet little angelic creatures on greeting cards? Maybe a Cupid? How about a fellow named Clarence from a 1940's Christmas movie? Our culture has a fair bit to say about angels, but how does it compare to what Scripture say and how does that affect us? (Revelation 12:7-12)

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This podcast is an attempt to explore ways to overcome pandemic induced isolation and help people thoughtfully consider the world around us through the lens of faith.

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Fr Greg Fiennes-Clinton

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