Sermons from St. John's Cathedral

Messages of Hope from the Heart of Jacksonville Welcome to the sermon podcast of St. John’s Cathedral, an affirming and inclusive community rooted in the vibrant Urban Core of Jacksonville, FL. Each week, we share thoughtful, inspiring messages that speak to the challenges and hopes of everyday life — grounded in scripture, guided by love, and focused on the transformative power of faith. During this pledge season (Sept. 14 - Oct. 26), we invite you to consider supporting the ministries of St. John's Cathedral with a one-time or recurring gift. Learn more here. At St. John’s, we believe that God’s grace is for everyone. No matter who you are or where you come from, you’ll find a home here — a place to grow spiritually, connect deeply, and serve the world with compassion. Learn more about St. John’s Cathedral: https://www.jaxcathedral.org/ Follow us on social media for updates, inspiration, and events: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaxcathedral/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaxcathedral YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StJohnsCathedralJax

The Very Rev. Kate Moorehead Carroll Lectionary Readings Messages of Hope from the Heart of Jacksonville Welcome to the sermon podcast of St. John’s Cathedral, an affirming and inclusive community rooted in the vibrant Urban Core of Jacksonville, FL. Each week, we share thoughtful, inspiring messages that speak to the challenges and hopes of everyday life — grounded in scripture, guided by love, and focused on the transformative power of faith. During this pledge season (Sept. 14 - Oct. 26), we invite you to consider supporting the ministries of St. John's Cathedral with a one-time or recurring gift. Learn more here. At St. John’s, we believe that God’s grace is for everyone. No matter who you are or where you come from, you’ll find a home here — a place to grow spiritually, connect deeply, and serve the world with compassion. Learn more about St. John’s Cathedral: https://www.jaxcathedral.org/ Follow us on social media for updates, inspiration, and events: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaxcathedral/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaxcathedral YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StJohnsCathedralJax

The Rev. Canon Mark S. Anderson Lectionary Readings Messages of Hope from the Heart of Jacksonville Welcome to the sermon podcast of St. John’s Cathedral, an affirming and inclusive community rooted in the vibrant Urban Core of Jacksonville, FL. Each week, we share thoughtful, inspiring messages that speak to the challenges and hopes of everyday life — grounded in scripture, guided by love, and focused on the transformative power of faith. During this pledge season (Sept. 14 - Oct. 26), we invite you to consider supporting the ministries of St. John's Cathedral with a one-time or recurring gift. Learn more here. At St. John’s, we believe that God’s grace is for everyone. No matter who you are or where you come from, you’ll find a home here — a place to grow spiritually, connect deeply, and serve the world with compassion. Learn more about St. John’s Cathedral: https://www.jaxcathedral.org/ Follow us on social media for updates, inspiration, and events: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaxcathedral/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaxcathedral YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StJohnsCathedralJax

Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost, September 21, 2025 The Very Rev. Kate Moorehead Carroll Lectionary Readings Messages of Hope from the Heart of Jacksonville Welcome to the sermon podcast of St. John’s Cathedral, an affirming and inclusive community rooted in the vibrant Urban Core of Jacksonville, FL. Each week, we share thoughtful, inspiring messages that speak to the challenges and hopes of everyday life — grounded in scripture, guided by love, and focused on the transformative power of faith. During this pledge season (Sept. 14 - Oct. 26), we invite you to consider supporting the ministries of St. John's Cathedral with a one-time or recurring gift. Learn more here. At St. John’s, we believe that God’s grace is for everyone. No matter who you are or where you come from, you’ll find a home here — a place to grow spiritually, connect deeply, and serve the world with compassion. Learn more about St. John’s Cathedral: https://www.jaxcathedral.org/ Follow us on social media for updates, inspiration, and events: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaxcathedral/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaxcathedral YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StJohnsCathedralJax

Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost, September 14, 2025 The Rev. Canon Mark S. Anderson Lectionary Readings Messages of Hope from the Heart of Jacksonville Welcome to the sermon podcast of St. John’s Cathedral, an affirming and inclusive community rooted in the vibrant Urban Core of Jacksonville, FL. Each week, we share thoughtful, inspiring messages that speak to the challenges and hopes of everyday life — grounded in scripture, guided by love, and focused on the transformative power of faith. During this pledge season (Sept. 14 - Oct. 26), we invite you to consider supporting the ministries of St. John's Cathedral with a one-time or recurring gift. Learn more here. At St. John’s, we believe that God’s grace is for everyone. No matter who you are or where you come from, you’ll find a home here — a place to grow spiritually, connect deeply, and serve the world with compassion. Learn more about St. John’s Cathedral: https://www.jaxcathedral.org/ Follow us on social media for updates, inspiration, and events: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaxcathedral/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaxcathedral YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StJohnsCathedralJax

Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost, September 7, 2025 The Very Rev. Kate Moorehead Carroll Lectionary Readings Messages of Hope from the Heart of Jacksonville Welcome to the sermon podcast of St. John’s Cathedral, an affirming and inclusive community rooted in the vibrant Urban Core of Jacksonville, FL. Each week, we share thoughtful, inspiring messages that speak to the challenges and hopes of everyday life — grounded in scripture, guided by love, and focused on the transformative power of faith. At St. John’s, we believe that God’s grace is for everyone. No matter who you are or where you come from, you’ll find a home here — a place to grow spiritually, connect deeply, and serve the world with compassion. Learn more about St. John’s Cathedral: https://www.jaxcathedral.org/ Follow us on social media for updates, inspiration, and events: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaxcathedral/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaxcathedral YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StJohnsCathedralJax

Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost, August 24, 2025 The Very Rev. Kate Moorehead Carroll Lectionary Readings Messages of Hope from the Heart of Jacksonville Welcome to the sermon podcast of St. John’s Cathedral, an affirming and inclusive community rooted in the vibrant Urban Core of Jacksonville, FL. Each week, we share thoughtful, inspiring messages that speak to the challenges and hopes of everyday life — grounded in scripture, guided by love, and focused on the transformative power of faith. At St. John’s, we believe that God’s grace is for everyone. No matter who you are or where you come from, you’ll find a home here — a place to grow spiritually, connect deeply, and serve the world with compassion. Learn more about St. John’s Cathedral: https://www.jaxcathedral.org/ Follow us on social media for updates, inspiration, and events: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaxcathedral/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaxcathedral YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StJohnsCathedralJax

Tenth Sunday after Pentecost, August 17, 2025 The Very Rev. Kate Moorehead Carroll Lectionary Readings Messages of Hope from the Heart of Jacksonville Welcome to the sermon podcast of St. John’s Cathedral, an affirming and inclusive community rooted in the vibrant Urban Core of Jacksonville, FL. Each week, we share thoughtful, inspiring messages that speak to the challenges and hopes of everyday life — grounded in scripture, guided by love, and focused on the transformative power of faith. At St. John’s, we believe that God’s grace is for everyone. No matter who you are or where you come from, you’ll find a home here — a place to grow spiritually, connect deeply, and serve the world with compassion. Learn more about St. John’s Cathedral: https://www.jaxcathedral.org/ Follow us on social media for updates, inspiration, and events: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaxcathedral/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaxcathedral YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StJohnsCathedralJax

Ninth Sunday after Pentecost, August 10, 2025 The Very Rev. Kate Moorehead Carroll Lectionary Readings Messages of Hope from the Heart of Jacksonville Welcome to the sermon podcast of St. John’s Cathedral, an affirming and inclusive community rooted in the vibrant Urban Core of Jacksonville, FL. Each week, we share thoughtful, inspiring messages that speak to the challenges and hopes of everyday life — grounded in scripture, guided by love, and focused on the transformative power of faith. At St. John’s, we believe that God’s grace is for everyone. No matter who you are or where you come from, you’ll find a home here — a place to grow spiritually, connect deeply, and serve the world with compassion. Learn more about St. John’s Cathedral: https://www.jaxcathedral.org/ Follow us on social media for updates, inspiration, and events: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaxcathedral/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaxcathedral YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StJohnsCathedralJax

Seventh Sunday after Pentecost, July 27, 2025 The Rev. Dr. Linda Privitera Lectionary Readings Messages of Hope from the Heart of Jacksonville Welcome to the sermon podcast of St. John’s Cathedral, an affirming and inclusive community rooted in the vibrant Urban Core of Jacksonville, FL. Each week, we share thoughtful, inspiring messages that speak to the challenges and hopes of everyday life — grounded in scripture, guided by love, and focused on the transformative power of faith. At St. John’s, we believe that God’s grace is for everyone. No matter who you are or where you come from, you’ll find a home here — a place to grow spiritually, connect deeply, and serve the world with compassion. Learn more about St. John’s Cathedral: https://www.jaxcathedral.org/ Follow us on social media for updates, inspiration, and events: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaxcathedral/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaxcathedral YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StJohnsCathedralJax

Sixth Sunday after Pentecost, July 20, 2025 The Rev. Thomas O'Dell https://lectionarypage.net/YearC_RCL/Pentecost/CProp11_RCL.html Messages of Hope from the Heart of Jacksonville Welcome to the sermon podcast of St. John’s Cathedral, an affirming and inclusive community rooted in the vibrant Urban Core of Jacksonville, FL. Each week, we share thoughtful, inspiring messages that speak to the challenges and hopes of everyday life — grounded in scripture, guided by love, and focused on the transformative power of faith. At St. John’s, we believe that God’s grace is for everyone. No matter who you are or where you come from, you’ll find a home here — a place to grow spiritually, connect deeply, and serve the world with compassion. Learn more about St. John’s Cathedral: https://www.jaxcathedral.org/ Follow us on social media for updates, inspiration, and events: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaxcathedral/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaxcathedral YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StJohnsCathedralJax

Fifth Sunday after Pentecost, July 13, 2025 The Rev. Canon Mark S. Anderson https://lectionarypage.net/YearC_RCL/Pentecost/CProp10_RCL.html Messages of Hope from the Heart of Jacksonville Welcome to the sermon podcast of St. John’s Cathedral, an affirming and inclusive community rooted in the vibrant Urban Core of Jacksonville, FL. Each week, we share thoughtful, inspiring messages that speak to the challenges and hopes of everyday life — grounded in scripture, guided by love, and focused on the transformative power of faith. At St. John’s, we believe that God’s grace is for everyone. No matter who you are or where you come from, you’ll find a home here — a place to grow spiritually, connect deeply, and serve the world with compassion. Learn more about St. John’s Cathedral: https://www.jaxcathedral.org/ Follow us on social media for updates, inspiration, and events: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaxcathedral/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaxcathedral YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StJohnsCathedralJax

Fourth Sunday after Pentecost, July 6, 2025 The Rev. Thomas O'Dell Messages of Hope from the Heart of Jacksonville Welcome to the sermon podcast of St. John’s Cathedral, an affirming and inclusive community rooted in the vibrant Urban Core of Jacksonville, FL. Each week, we share thoughtful, inspiring messages that speak to the challenges and hopes of everyday life — grounded in scripture, guided by love, and focused on the transformative power of faith. At St. John’s, we believe that God’s grace is for everyone. No matter who you are or where you come from, you’ll find a home here — a place to grow spiritually, connect deeply, and serve the world with compassion. Learn more about St. John’s Cathedral: https://www.jaxcathedral.org/ Follow us on social media for updates, inspiration, and events: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaxcathedral/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaxcathedral YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StJohnsCathedralJax

Third Sunday after Pentecost, June 29, 2025 The Rev. Canon Mark S. Anderson Messages of Hope from the Heart of Jacksonville Welcome to the sermon podcast of St. John’s Cathedral, an affirming and inclusive community rooted in the vibrant Urban Core of Jacksonville, FL. Each week, we share thoughtful, inspiring messages that speak to the challenges and hopes of everyday life — grounded in scripture, guided by love, and focused on the transformative power of faith. At St. John’s, we believe that God’s grace is for everyone. No matter who you are or where you come from, you’ll find a home here — a place to grow spiritually, connect deeply, and serve the world with compassion. Learn more about St. John’s Cathedral: https://www.jaxcathedral.org/ Follow us on social media for updates, inspiration, and events: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaxcathedral/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaxcathedral YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StJohnsCathedralJax

Second Sunday after Pentecost, June 22, 2025 The Rev. Thomas O'Dell Messages of Hope from the Heart of Jacksonville Welcome to the sermon podcast of St. John’s Cathedral, an affirming and inclusive community rooted in the vibrant Urban Core of Jacksonville, FL. Each week, we share thoughtful, inspiring messages that speak to the challenges and hopes of everyday life — grounded in scripture, guided by love, and focused on the transformative power of faith. At St. John’s, we believe that God’s grace is for everyone. No matter who you are or where you come from, you’ll find a home here — a place to grow spiritually, connect deeply, and serve the world with compassion. Learn more about St. John’s Cathedral: https://www.jaxcathedral.org/ Follow us on social media for updates, inspiration, and events: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaxcathedral/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaxcathedral YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StJohnsCathedralJax

Messages of Hope from the Heart of Jacksonville Welcome to the sermon podcast of St. John’s Cathedral, an affirming and inclusive community rooted in the vibrant Urban Core of Jacksonville, FL. Each week, we share thoughtful, inspiring messages that speak to the challenges and hopes of everyday life — grounded in scripture, guided by love, and focused on the transformative power of faith. At St. John’s, we believe that God’s grace is for everyone. No matter who you are or where you come from, you’ll find a home here — a place to grow spiritually, connect deeply, and serve the world with compassion. Learn more about St. John’s Cathedral: https://www.jaxcathedral.org/ Follow us on social media for updates, inspiration, and events: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaxcathedral/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaxcathedral YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StJohnsCathedralJax

We invite you to join us in worship at St. John’s Cathedral on Sunday mornings, whether in person or online. Our worship is based on the traditions of the Episcopal Church and features beloved hymns, Gospel, and choral music. Inspirational sermons are a mainstay at St. John's Cathedral. All who seek a deeper relationship with God in Christ are welcome to receive Communion. We are grateful for your presence and pray this service inspires and uplifts your faith journey. The Rev. Thomas O'Dell The Seventh Sunday of Easter, June 1, 2025 Download Service Bulletin: https://www.jaxcathedral.org/worship-service-bulletins/ Give Online: https://bit.ly/3KJeeCC Learn more about St. John's Cathedral: https://www.jaxcathedral.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaxcathedral/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaxcathedral/

We invite you to join us in worship at St. John’s Cathedral on Sunday mornings, whether in person or online. Our worship is based on the traditions of the Episcopal Church and features beloved hymns, Gospel, and choral music. Inspirational sermons are a mainstay at St. John's Cathedral. All who seek a deeper relationship with God in Christ are welcome to receive Communion. We are grateful for your presence and pray this service inspires and uplifts your faith journey. The Rev. Canon Mark S. Anderson The Sixth Sunday of Easter, May 25, 2025 Download Service Bulletin: https://www.jaxcathedral.org/worship-service-bulletins/ Give Online: https://bit.ly/3KJeeCC Learn more about St. John's Cathedral: https://www.jaxcathedral.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaxcathedral/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaxcathedral/

We invite you to join us in worship at St. John’s Cathedral on Sunday mornings, whether in person or online. Our worship is based on the traditions of the Episcopal Church and features beloved hymns, Gospel, and choral music. Inspirational sermons are a mainstay at St. John's Cathedral. All who seek a deeper relationship with God in Christ are welcome to receive Communion. We are grateful for your presence and pray this service inspires and uplifts your faith journey. The Rev. Dr. Bob Dannals, guest preacher The Fifth Sunday of Easter, May 18, 2025 Download Service Bulletin: https://www.jaxcathedral.org/worship-service-bulletins/ Give Online: https://bit.ly/3KJeeCC Learn more about St. John's Cathedral: https://www.jaxcathedral.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaxcathedral/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaxcathedral/

We invite you to join us in worship at St. John’s Cathedral on Sunday mornings, whether in person or online. Our worship is based on the traditions of the Episcopal Church and features beloved hymns, Gospel, and choral music. Inspirational sermons are a mainstay at St. John's Cathedral. All who seek a deeper relationship with God in Christ are welcome to receive Communion. We are grateful for your presence and pray this service inspires and uplifts your journey of faith. The Rev. Canon Mark S. Anderson The Fourth Sunday of Easter, May 11, 2025 Download Service Bulletin: https://www.jaxcathedral.org/worship-service-bulletins/ Give Online: https://bit.ly/3KJeeCC Learn more about St. John's Cathedral: https://www.jaxcathedral.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaxcathedral/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaxcathedral/book: https://www.facebook.com/jaxcathedral