Windsor Park Baptist Church

This Matariki weekend, we'll reflect on what it means to Love like Jesus and Serve like Jesus. Pastor Aidan Wivell will help us explore three characteristics of Christ-like service: getting on our knees in humility, getting our hands dirty in compassion, and getting out there to love and serve beyond the walls of the church. As we remember the faithfulness of those who have gone before us, give thanks for God's work among us today, and look with hope to the future, we'll be challenged to make humble service a way of life. 

This week on Beyond the Message, we're diving deeper into Pastor Grant Harris' message, Lost and Found, from Luke 15.Join Pastors Aiden Wivell and Pastor Grant Harris as they unpack Jesus' parables of the lost sheep, the lost coin, and the lost son, exploring what they reveal about the heart of God—a Father who relentlessly pursues the lost, values every individual, and celebrates every person who comes home. Along the way, they discuss how to read Jesus' parables well, why the story may be better understood through the Father's extravagant grace, and what it means to find our value, belonging, and acceptance in Him.Beyond the Message is a podcast where we unpack Sunday's message, answer your questions, share additional resources, and explore how God is speaking to us as a church.

This week we're jumping back into our King & Kingdom Come: The Gospel According to Luke series as Pastor Grant Harris takes us through Luke 15 in a message titled Lost and Found. Together, we'll discover the heart of a Father who relentlessly pursues the lost, celebrates every person who is found, and invites us to see others through His eyes of grace, compassion, and welcome.

This week on Beyond the Message, we're wrapping up our Come Holy Spirit series by unpacking Pastor Caleb Finlayson's message, A Spirit-Filled Community.Join Jess Harris and Pastor Grant Harris as they reflect on the series, explore why Paul describes the church as one body with many parts, and unpack what it looks like for each of us to faithfully play the unique role God has given us. Along the way, they discuss burnout, ask whether it's possible to be a healthy Christian without being connected to a local church, and imagine the kind of faith-filled community we could become if every person embraced their part. It's a fitting conclusion to the series and a conversation we hope will encourage and challenge you.Beyond the Message is a podcast where we unpack Sunday's message, answer your questions, share additional resources, and explore how God is speaking to us as a church.

This week Pastor Caleb Finlayson concludes our Come Holy Spirit series with a message titled A Spirit-Filled Community. Looking at 1 Corinthians 12:12–31, we'll explore how God has uniquely gifted each of us, and why we're better together as the body of Christ. As we consider our desire to build stronger, faith-filled communities, we'll discover how every person has a vital part to play and how putting our faith into action helps create the kind of community God intends.

In this episode of Beyond the Message, Pastor Grant Harris sits down with Pastor Heather Ameye-Bevers to explore the purpose of spiritual gifts and why every believer has been uniquely gifted by God to serve others and build up the church. Together they discuss topics such as prophecy, tongues, discernment, and the importance of exercising spiritual gifts with love, humility, and wisdom. Heather also shares her own faith journey and encourages listeners to move beyond fear, trust the Holy Spirit, and take practical steps toward discovering and using the gifts God has given them.Beyond The Message is a podcast where we unpack Sunday's message, answer your questions, share extra resources, and explore how God is speaking to us as a church.

This weekend, Pastor Heather Ameye-Bevers continues our Come Holy Spirit series with a message titled The Grace Gifts Given to You from 1 Corinthians 12:7–13.Every believer has been given spiritual gifts by God's grace—not something to earn, but something to steward. These gifts are given by the Holy Spirit to serve others, strengthen the church and help reveal Christ to the world around us.Join us as we explore how God has uniquely gifted each of us, why every gift matters, and what it looks like to discover, develop and actively use the gifts we've been given. Together, we'll be encouraged to trust the Holy Spirit to work through us as we play our part in building a healthy, unified and Christ-centred church.

This week on Beyond The Message, Pastors Grant Harris and Aidan Wivell continue going deeper into our Come Holy Spirit series by unpacking Grant's message, The Spirit of Love from 1 Corinthians 13.Together, they explore why Paul places the famous "love chapter" in the middle of his teaching on spiritual gifts, and why the greatest evidence of the Holy Spirit's work is not how gifted we are, but how loving we are.The conversation also delves into forgiveness, what it means to "keep no record of wrongs," and how the Holy Spirit helps us navigate hurt, healing, boundaries, and grace in our relationships.At its heart, this episode is an invitation to become more like Jesus as the Holy Spirit forms His love within us.Beyond The Message is a podcast where we unpack Sunday's message, answer your questions, share extra resources, and explore how God is speaking to us as a church.

This weekend, Pastor Grant Harris continues our Come Holy Spirit series with a message titled The Spirit of Love from 1 Corinthians 13.When we think about the work of the Holy Spirit, it's easy to focus on spiritual gifts, powerful experiences, or supernatural moments. Yet Paul reminds us that the greatest evidence of the Spirit at work in our lives is love. A love that is patient, kind, forgiving, selfless and deeply rooted in the character of Jesus.Join us as we explore how the Holy Spirit's primary work is not simply to make us gifted, but to transform us into people who love like Christ and reflect God's heart to the world around us.

This week on Beyond The Message, Pastors Aidan Wivell and Grant Harris continue to dive deeper into our Come Holy Spirit series, looking at Aidan's message from last Sunday titled: Wait, Receive, Go.Together, they explore what it means to wait on God, receive the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit, and step into the mission He has for us. They also discuss how we discern God's voice, the value of prayer and community, and a recent discussion around Wes Huff and the gift of tongues, encouraging us to engage thoughtfully with Scripture and differing perspectives.At its heart, this episode is an invitation to make space for the Holy Spirit, trust God's leading, and be open to where He may be sending you next.Beyond The Message is a podcast where we unpack Sunday's message, answer your questions, share extra resources, and explore how God is speaking to us as a church.

This week, Pastor Aidan Wivell continues our Come Holy Spirit series with a message from Acts 1:8 titled: The Spirit of Mission.At Pentecost, the Holy Spirit didn't simply comfort the church—He empowered it for mission. Together we'll explore the rhythm of waiting, receiving, and going that shaped the first disciples and continues to shape followers of Jesus today.As we trace the story from the upper room to the nations, we'll discover how the Spirit equips ordinary people to participate in God's extraordinary mission. Whether you're feeling stuck, distracted, or ready for what's next, this message is an invitation to be filled afresh and sent out in the power of the Holy Spirit.

This week on Beyond The Message, Pastors Caleb Finlayson and Aidan Wivell continue unpacking our Come Holy Spirit series, exploring Jesus' promise of the Holy Spirit as our Comforter, Helper, and Advocate.Together they discuss what it means to live with the Spirit's presence every day, how to recognise His prompting, and the difference between conviction and condemnation. They also reflect on the ways God speaks through His people and why we're never meant to follow Jesus alone.At its heart, this episode is a simple but powerful reminder: you are never alone. The Holy Spirit is with you, guiding, encouraging, and drawing you closer to Jesus every day.Beyond The Message is a podcast where we unpack Sunday's message, answer your questions, share extra resources, and explore how God is speaking to us as a church.

This week we’re jumping back into our Come Holy Spirit series with Pastor Aidan Wivell bringing us a message out of John 14:15–16:14 titled Never Alone.As Jesus prepares His disciples for the cross, He speaks words of comfort, promise, and hope. In the midst of fear, uncertainty and goodbye, Jesus assures His followers they will never be abandoned. Instead, He promises the gift of the Holy Spirit — our advocate, counsellor, teacher, and guide.Together we’ll explore what it means to live with the active presence of God within us, and why Jesus could say that the coming of the Spirit would be even better than His physical presence beside them.

This week on Beyond The Message, Pastors Grant Harris and Aidan Wivell take listener-submitted questions as they explore the person and work of the Holy Spirit as part of our Come Holy Spirit series.Together they unpack the Spirit in creation, spiritual gifts, miracles, sanctification, and how God is experienced in both dramatic and everyday ways. The conversation also touches on differing Christian views, the mystery of Jesus’ life in step with the Spirit, and how believers can respond to or resist the Spirit’s leading.With encouragement to embrace spiritual diversity, avoid comparison, and grow in awareness of God’s presence, the episode closes with practical ways to connect with the Holy Spirit in daily life.Beyond The Message is a podcast where we unpack Sunday’s message, share behind-the-scenes insights, extra resources, answer your questions, and explore how God is speaking to us as a church. If you’ve ever left church wanting just a little more—this is for you.

This week Pastor Grant Harris brings us a message titled: 75 Not Out!As Windsor celebrates 75 years of God’s faithfulness, this message reflects on the generations of prayer, sacrifice, courage, and mission that began in a small community hall and continue today. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 2:14–16, Grant explores Paul’s beautiful image of the church as the “aroma of Christ” — a people called to carry the presence, hope, and love of Jesus into the world around them.Together, we’ll give thanks for the past while also looking ahead with fresh faith and expectancy. This is more than a celebration of history; it’s a moment of recommissioning — an invitation to consider how we will continue to live as the aroma of Christ in our city and beyond for generations to come.

This week on Beyond The Message, Pastors Aidan Wivell and Grant Harris introduce our new mini sermon series, Come Holy Spirit, and explore why understanding the Holy Spirit matters for the church today.Together, they unpack the history and theology surrounding the Holy Spirit, discuss the diversity of views Christians hold around spiritual gifts, miracles, prayer, and personal experience, and reflect honestly on both the beauty and complexity these conversations can carry.With a focus on openness, humility, biblical grounding, and safe community discernment, this episode invites listeners to thoughtfully engage with the person and work of the Holy Spirit. Beyond The Message is a podcast where we unpack Sunday’s message, share behind-the-scenes insights, extra resources, answer your questions, and explore how God is speaking to us as a church. If you’ve ever left church wanting just a little more—this is for you.

This week, Pastor Grant Harris kicks off our new mini-series, Come Holy Spirit: Knowing, Loving & Living in His Presence, with a message titled Pneumatology Is Worth The Effort. Preaching from Joel 2:28, Grant will trace the work of the Holy Spirit throughout the entire story of Scripture — from creation in Genesis to the renewal of all things in Revelation. Together, we’ll explore how the Spirit brings life, empowers people, reveals God’s presence, transforms believers, and advances God’s mission across history. More than just gaining information, this message invites us into surrender — making room for the Holy Spirit to speak, renew, guide, and empower us today.

This week, for Mother’s Day, Pastor Holly Walton shares a moving and creative message titled Held In Love. Through powerful reflection and fresh perspective, Holly invites us to consider the images we hold of God — and to discover anew His tenderness, faithfulness, and constant love for us. Whether familiar or surprising, this message offers an invitation to see another beautiful side of God’s character and to rest in the assurance that we are deeply held in His love. 

This week on Beyond The Message, Pastors Aidan Wivell and Caleb Finlayson unpack last Sunday’s message, Salt from Luke 14.Together, they explore Jesus’ call to be “salt” in the world and the challenge of living as active influence rather than passive presence. They wrestle with the question at the centre of the message—are we influencing the world, or being shaped by it?—and reflect on the cost of wholehearted discipleship and what it means to put Jesus first.They also share practical ways this plays out in everyday life, from missed opportunities to simple, intentional choices that help us step out of comfort and into meaningful influence with the people around us.Tune in for a thoughtful conversation about living with purpose, courage, and obedience—being salt that brings change wherever it goes.Beyond The Message is a podcast where we unpack Sunday’s message, share behind-the-scenes insights, extra resources, answer your questions, and explore how God is speaking to us as a church. If you’ve ever left church wanting just a little more—this is for you.

This week Pastor Caleb Finlayson wraps up Part 2 of our King & Kingdom Come series with a message from Luke 14:25–35 titled Salt.In this passage, Jesus uses the image of salt to paint a compelling picture of what it means to follow Him. It’s a call to live lives that are distinct and influential—shaping the world around us rather than being shaped by it. But alongside that calling comes a sobering challenge: have we truly counted the cost of discipleship, or are we at risk of losing our spiritual distinctiveness?As the series comes to a close, we’re invited to reflect honestly on what it means to follow Jesus wholeheartedly—holding nothing back, and allowing our lives to be marked by His transforming presence.

This week on Beyond The Message, Pastor Aidan Wivell and Mikayla Reid unpack last Sunday’s message, A Tale of Many Tables from Luke 14.Together, they explore three powerful “tables” in Jesus’ teaching—an invitation to humility, the open welcome of God’s kingdom, and the personal challenge of who we choose to include in our lives. They wrestle with what it looks like to move beyond status and recognition, reflect on the heart behind our hospitality, and share practical, everyday ways we can make space for others—especially those who may never repay us.Tune in for an honest and thoughtful conversation about living with humility, extending radical hospitality, and allowing these practices to shape not only those around us, but our own hearts too.Beyond The Message is a podcast where we unpack Sunday’s message, share behind-the-scenes insights, extra resources, answer your questions, and explore how God is speaking to us as a church. If you’ve ever left church wanting just a little more—this is for you.

This week Mikayla Reid continues our King & Kingdom Come series in Luke 14:7–24 with a message titled A Tale of Many Tables.Mikayla explores how the greatest barrier to entering God’s Kingdom isn’t our lack, but the illusion that we already have enough. Through Jesus’ teaching, we’re invited into a posture of humility and dependence—one that makes room at the table for others. As the invitation of the Kingdom is extended, the question becomes both challenging and deeply personal: will we trust Him enough to come with open hands, and open our lives in return?

This week on Beyond The Message, Jess Harris and Pastor Grant Harris unpack last Sunday’s message, Don’t Miss The Door from Luke 13:22–30.Together, they explore Jesus’ invitation to “enter through the narrow door,” unpacking what it means to move from familiarity to genuine, intentional faith. They reflect on the tension between proximity and relationship, respond to listener questions, and share practical insights for following Jesus in everyday life. Tune in for an honest conversation that invites you to consider how you’re responding to Him today.Beyond The Message is a podcast where we unpack Sunday’s message, share behind-the-scenes insights, extra resources, answer your questions, and explore how God is speaking to us as a church. If you’ve ever left church wanting just a little more—this is for you.

This week Pastor Grant Harris continues our King & Kingdom Come series in Luke 13:22–30 with a message titled Don’t Miss The Door.Grant explores how it’s possible to be close to Jesus—and still miss Him. In this passage, Jesus speaks of a narrow door, not to exclude, but to clarify: entry into the Kingdom isn’t about familiarity or proximity, but about a genuine relationship with the King. As the invitation stands open, the question becomes both urgent and personal: will we respond, or will we miss the door? 

This week on Beyond The Message, Pastors Grant Harris and Aidan Wivell unpack last Sunday’s sermon, Decisions and Division from Luke 12:49–13:9.  Together, they go behind the scenes of how the message came together, unpack the parable of the fig tree, and reflect on what it means to respond to Jesus with urgency and discernment; all while sharing personal reflections, challenges, and insights that help bring the passage into everyday life. Tune in for an honest and thought-provoking conversation that invites you to consider how you’re responding to God right now.Beyond The Message is a podcast where we unpack Sunday’s message, share behind-the-scenes insights, extra resources, answer your questions, and explore how God is speaking to us as a church. If you’ve ever left church wanting just a little more — this is for you.

This Sunday Pastor Aidan Wivell dives into Luke 12:49–13:9 as part of our King & Kingdom Come: The Gospel According to Luke series with a message titled Decisions & Divisions.How can the Prince of Peace say He’s come, not to bring peace, but division? That’s the question we wrestle with in this section of Luke. As the intensity of Jesus’ ministry heats up, He urges people to follow Him while there is still time. It’s an urgent and unapologetic message, filled with five short teachings on division, discernment, settling accounts, repentance, and producing fruit.Join us as we explore what it means to follow Jesus faithfully in a world that often resists His call—and discover the hope and transformation that come when we respond with courage, obedience, and a heart aligned with God’s kingdom.

This week Pastor Grant Harris brings our Resurrection Sunday message, The Table That Changes Everything, from Luke 15:1–2. Together, we’ll explore how a simple complaint—“this man welcomes sinners and eats with them”—reveals the very heart of the gospel: a God who seeks the lost and sets a table for them. From Zacchaeus in a tree to breakfast on the beach after the resurrection, we’ll see how Jesus meets people as they are, not when they’ve earned it—and how His presence transforms them. Because Jesus is alive, the invitation still stands today: come as you are, take a seat at the table, and discover a grace that changes everything.

This week on Beyond The Message, Pastors Aidan Wivell and Grant Harris unpack last Sunday’s sermon, Don't Get Caught Catnapping. They revisit the heart of the message, explore the story of the unprepared servant, and reflect on what it means to stay vigilant in our faith.Together, they dive into the tension between urgency and timing, unpack Jesus’ first teaching about His second coming, and discuss how being “saved” shapes the way we live today. Tune in for an honest, encouraging conversation with practical insights to help you stay spiritually alert and faithful in everyday life.Beyond The Message is a podcast where we unpack Sunday’s message, share behind-the-scenes insights, answer your questions, and explore how God is speaking to us as a church. If you’ve ever left church wanting just a little more — this is for you.

This Sunday Pastor Grant Harris continues our King & Kingdom Come: The Gospel According to Luke series with a message from Luke 12:35–48 titled Don’t Get Caught Napping.Together, we’ll explore what it means to live awake in a world where waiting can quietly dull our faith. Jesus calls His followers to a life marked by purpose, expectancy, and active trust—not drifting, but ready.This week, we’ll unpack how what we believe about Jesus’ return shapes the way we live right now, even in the ordinary moments. And at the centre of it all is a surprising hope: the master we’re waiting for is also the one who comes to serve.

This week on Beyond The Message, Pastors Grant Harris and Aidan Wivell unpack last Sunday’s sermon, The Good Life. Together, they revisit the heart of the message, share some behind-the-scenes insight into how the service came together, and reflect on what it looks like to faithfully follow God in both the present and the future. They also explore the tension between wise, future-focused stewardship and living fully for God today, offering practical wisdom for recognising worldly temptations and redirecting our hearts in those moments. Tune in for an honest and encouraging conversation to help you pursue the kind of life God calls good. Beyond The Message is a podcast where we unpack Sunday’s message, share behind-the-scenes insights, extra resources, answer your questions, and explore how God is speaking to us as a church. If you’ve ever left church wanting just a little more — this is for you. 

This Sunday, Pastor Aidan Wivell continues our King & Kingdom Come series with a message from Luke 12:1–34 titled The Good Life.Together, we’ll explore what it really means to live well. In this passage, Jesus tells a story about a man who seems to have it all—growing success, financial security, and the freedom to enjoy life. It’s a picture that feels familiar in today’s world. But there’s a deeper challenge: life is short, and in light of eternity, God calls this way of living foolish.This week, we’ll unpack what the good life truly looks like—and ask the honest question: who is shaping our vision of it—Jesus, or the world?

This Week on Beyond The Message Pastors Caleb Finlayson and Grant Harris dive into last week’s message from Luke 11:14-54, Unpacking Good-Looking Grass or Deep Roots. Together they unpack the four stories Grant highlighted, explore the subtle ways we can turn from God’s light, reflect on the lessons from the Pharisees about misplaced allegiance, and consider what it truly looks like to commit our lives to God above all else.Tune in for a thoughtful conversation that will challenge and encourage your walk with God.Beyond The Message is a podcast where we unpack Sunday’s message, share behind-the-scenes insights, extra resources, answer your questions, and explore how God is speaking to us as a church. If you’ve ever left church wanting just a little more — this is for you.

This Sunday Pastor Grant Harris continues our King & Kingdom Come series with a message from Luke 11:14–54 titled Good-Looking Grass or Deep Roots. Through four encounters, Jesus reveals that the real issue people had with Him wasn’t a lack of evidence, but where their allegiance lay—reminding us that neutrality toward Jesus is impossible when the King and His kingdom have arrived.

This week on Beyond The Message, Pastors Grant Harris and Aidan Wivell unpack last week’s message from Luke 11:1–13, Teach Us To Pray. Together they recap the sermon, explore questions around the Holy Spirit and different types of prayer, and wrestle with the reality of unanswered prayer. It’s honest, practical, and another great conversation to tune into.

This week Pastor Aidan Wivell continues our King & Kingdom Come series with a message from Luke 11:1–13 titled: Teach Us To Pray.In this passage, Jesus pauses on his journey to pray. Watching him, the disciples are struck by the way he connects with the Father and ask a simple but profound question: “Lord, teach us to pray.”In response, Jesus gives them more than just words to say — he shows them the heart, posture, and confidence with which they can approach God. He reminds them that they can ask, seek, and knock, trusting in the goodness of the Father who hears them.As we explore Jesus’ example and teaching together this week, we’ll echo the disciples’ request and ask the same prayer: “Lord, teach us to pray.”

This week on Beyond The Message, Jess Harris and Pastor Aidan Wivell unpack Miko Williams message on Living The Samaritan Way, exploring what it truly looks like to love our neighbour with intention — even when it’s inconvenient.They responded to questions from our church community about navigating responsibilities and environmental factors, while still discerning how God is calling us to care for our neighbour in each moment—offering practical examples and helpful tools to equip you to intentionally love and serve others well.Beyond The Message is a podcast where we unpack Sunday’s message, share behind-the-scenes insights, extra resources, answer your questions, and explore how God is speaking to us as a church. If you’ve ever left church wanting just a little more — this is for you.

This week we continue our King & Kingdom Come series, with Miko Williams (one of our awesome youth!) diving into Living the Samaritan Way (Luke 10:25–37). We'll be rediscovering what it truly means to love our neighbour. As we unpack the parable of the Good Samaritan, we’ll explore how humility, obedience, and courageous mercy shape the life Jesus calls us to live. Who is our neighbour—and how might we “go and do likewise” in the everyday moments right in front of us? Join us as we learn to see need, cross the road, and love with action. 

Welcome to Beyond The Message — a podcast where we unpack Sunday’s message, share behind-the-scenes insights, extra resources, answer your questions, and explore how God is speaking to us as a church.This week, Pastor Aidan Wivell and Pastor Caleb Finlayson unpack Unconditional Discipleship, exploring what it really means to follow Jesus with courage, clarity, and resolve.They responded to questions from our church community about what wholehearted discipleship looks like in 2026 — and how we navigate following Christ without our “but firsts” in a world filled with expectations and responsibilities. You'll hear personal examples, behind the scenes of preparing this message, and more.If you’ve ever left church wanting just a little more — this is for you.

As we return to our King & Kingdom Come: The Gospel According To Luke series, we encounter a pivotal moment as Jesus “resolutely” sets His face toward Jerusalem, fully aware of the cost ahead. Through three powerful interactions, Jesus confronts conditional faith and calls His followers beyond “I will follow, but first…” into wholehearted surrender. Pastor Caleb Finlayson invites us to examine what may be holding us back and challenges us to follow Christ with the same unwavering resolve He demonstrated for us.

Welcome to Beyond The Message — a new podcast where we unpack Sunday’s message, share behind-the-scenes insights, extra resources, answer your questions, and explore how God is speaking to us as a church.In our very first episode of Beyond The Message, we share the vision behind this new podcast and reflect on Part 1 of our King & Kingdom Come series, exploring what it means to live under the reign of King Jesus and how Luke’s Gospel invites us into a bigger Kingdom story.If you’ve ever left church wanting just a little more — this is for you.  

In Part 2 of our 2026 vision series, Playing the Long Game, Pastor Grant Harris turns our focus to Legacy. He unpacks Hebrews 11, reminding us that faith is not just for the moment — it shapes what comes after us. Together, we’ll explore how what we inherit and what we intentionally build can impact generations to come.As we reflect on faithful perseverance and long-term spiritual growth, we’ll also share about the exciting launch of the Windsor Park Endowment Fund — a bold step toward resourcing mission and ministry for decades ahead. This is about more than today. It’s about the future we’re prayerfully preparing together.

In the first of our Vision Sunday messages, Pastor Grant Harris invites us to resist the pressure to rush and instead embrace God’s patient, deep work in our lives. In a culture that often measures success by speed and visible results, Scripture reminds us that God is more concerned with who we are becoming than how quickly we grow. Drawing on the stories of Joseph and Peter, this message shows how God uses time, hidden faithfulness, failure, and grace to shape people who reflect Christ. As we approach our 75th anniversary, we are reminded of our vision: not just to grow a church, but to form a community marked by depth, character, and lasting faithfulness.

This week we wrap up our summer series, the Summer Slowdown, with three people from our church family — Ava, Anita and Jedi — sharing their Summer Stories. They’ll reflect on what it’s looked like to slow down and spend time with Jesus over the summer, reminding us that creating space for God matters in every season of life.

This week, Pastor Aidan Wivell continues our Summer Slowdown series with a message from John 15 titled Returning Well Rested. Together, we think about what it means to return well from our rest with Jesus as we explore His words in John 15, unpacking what it means to remain connected to Christ so our lives bear good fruit in the midst of a busy and anxious world, and are encouraged to return to our responsibilities carrying the peace, love, and presence of God with us. 

This week in our Summer Slowdown series, Pastor Heather Ameye-Bevers reflects on Psalm 139:1-6 & 23-24, exploring what happens when we pause and make space to truly encounter God. We discover God’s intimate, searching love—a love that knows us fully, heals us, and guides us, not to condemn, but to restore. The message encourages practices of stillness, honesty, and reflection (including the Examen), helping us slow down, trust God more deeply, and live openly before Him.

This week in our Summer Slowdown series, Pastor Grant Harris explores Matthew 6:25-34 and considers how worry can keep us from the deeper rest God offers. Even when we physically step back, our hearts can remain exhausted—but Jesus calls us to seek His presence and trust Him to handle the rest, discovering true internal renewal.

This week, Pastor Aidan Wivell invites us into a “Summer Slowdown,” using the image of an overwhelming conveyor belt to reflect the pace of modern life and, through Jesus’ words to Martha and Mary, calls us to intentionally choose rest, presence, and being with Jesus so that our doing for God flows from a deep, unhurried life with Him.

As we enter the final week of 2025, Pastor Caleb Finlayson is inviting us to pause and reflect on the year that's been, while also looking ahead with hope to the year to come. Together we'll explore where we've seen God at work, and where He might be inviting us to dream again. We'll unpack how throughout Scripture, God meets His people in unexpected ways — even through dreams — shaping the direction of their lives. As we consider where we may stand at the end of 2026, this moment reminds us that every journey of faith begins with a dream placed by God. What is the dream He is stirring in your heart?

This week, Pastor Grant Harris continues our Advent series, Those Who Dream, with a message titled: The Dream That Saved Christmas. Preaching out of Matthew 2:1–12, we revisit the Nativity story and explore the journey of the Magi—well known for following the star, but also guided by a shared dream. After encountering Jesus, they are warned in a dream to return home by another way, ultimately protecting the Christ child. As we draw closer to Christmas, this message invites us to consider what it might look like to give God permission to guide our lives—even through dreams.

This week Pastor Aidan Wivell and Caleb Finlayson bring us a podcast-style message as we continue our Advent series, Those Who Dream, with a sermon titled Living The Dream.We’re sitting down with one of Scripture’s great dreamers — Joseph, son of Jacob. Through a narrative interview, Joseph recounts his journey from favoured son to slave, prisoner, and eventually a leader in Egypt. Along the way he reflects on how God used seasons of hardship to shape his character, grow humility, and teach him to trust God’s presence in every moment.His story reminds us that God-shaped dreams rarely unfold quickly or easily; they’re formed through waiting, surrender, and everyday faithfulness.