Trinity Talks

In the final message of our Being Christian series from 1 John, we explore what authentic Christianity truly is. John warns that not everyone who claims to be a Christian actually is. True faith is marked by both belief in Jesus as the Son of God and a life transformed by that belief. Like an appraiser identifying the real from the counterfeit, John points to the object of our faith (Jesus) and the effects of our faith (love and obedience). Authentic Christianity isn’t about perfection, but about living a life rooted in truth, empowered by the Spirit, and shaped by God’s love. What if encountering the real Jesus leads to real life change? Let’s walk that journey together.

What if the reason so many lives remain unchanged is because they’ve never encountered authentic Christianity? In this sermon from our series "Being a Christian," we look at 1 John 4 and the defining mark of true faith: Christian love. Father Eric explores what Christian love is, why it matters, and what it looks like in action. Love that is sent, sacrificial, and Spirit-empowered. Not a feeling or an idea, but something lived out. This message challenges us to reject the counterfeit and embrace the real thing. A love that makes the invisible God visible to a watching world.

What if encountering authentic Christianity changed everything?In this message from 1 John 1:5–10, we explore what it means to walk in the light, confess our sins, and live out the truth—not just believe it. John reminds us that real faith isn’t about spiritual performance or cultural trends, but about transformation. God is light, and authentic Christianity means aligning our lives with His holiness. Maybe the reason some remain unchanged by faith is because they’ve never seen the real thing.

What if the reason so many remain unchanged by Christianity is because they’ve never truly encountered the real thing?In this opening message of a new series titled "Being Christian", we dive into the heart of authentic faith through the lens of the Apostle John and his letter known as First John. Preaching from a place of deep humility and responsibility, Fr. Eric calls us to consider the difference between a secondhand version of Jesus and the life-altering power of truly experiencing Him.Through rich context, historical background, and a passionate call to truth, this message explores what it means to follow the real Jesus in a culture full of confusion and counterfeits. If you've ever wondered what authentic Christianity looks like—and why it matters—this is where your journey begins.

Why did Jesus choose to spend time with tax collectors and sinners instead of the religious elite? In Luke 15, we find a powerful answer. When the Pharisees criticized Jesus for welcoming the wrong crowd, He responded with a story. Actually, three of them.This sermon focuses on the parable of the lost sheep and how it reveals the radical love of God. A shepherd leaves ninety-nine sheep to find the one that wandered. It sounds reckless until you realize that one sheep is you, is me, is all of us at some point.We are challenged to ask ourselves, who do we identify with? The Savior who seeks the lost? The religious crowd guarding their boundaries? Or the broken ones longing to be found? Jesus did not separate Himself from sinners to stay clean. He entered their world to bring redemption. And He still does. The love of Jesus creates tension because it invites everyone in, even those we would rather keep out. This message calls us to open our tables, examine our hearts, and follow the Shepherd who pursues all 100 sheep.

This week’s sermon explores the true story behind the New Testament letter to Philemon. A runaway slave named Onesimus meets the Apostle Paul in prison and is transformed by the gospel of Jesus Christ. What follows is a powerful journey of redemption, forgiveness, and reconciliation. Through Paul’s heartfelt letter, we see how God uses unlikely people in unlikely places to bring about restoration. This message invites us to consider how God's sovereignty, real relationships, and the grace we give and receive are central to the Christian life. Join us as we reflect on what it means to follow Jesus in truth, in love, and in community.

Sermon on Luke 14: Jesus challenges the Pharisees’ blurry spiritual vision by healing a man on the Sabbath and confronting their silence. This message explores what it means to see with true kingdom vision—beyond traditions, rules, and personal piety—toward humility, compassion, and action. Jesus reframes the guest list, urging us to look beyond family, friends, and the familiar, to welcome the poor, the broken, and the overlooked. The cross becomes our prescription for clear sight, reorienting us to God’s vision for mercy, generosity, and kingdom living.