Ringwood Benefice: Recent Episodes
Matthew Trick
Mark Twain said: "The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why." Matthew unpacks Ephesians 1 and how Jesus chooses, calls, purposes and equips his followers to share His transforming love.
Rev'd Matthew Continues our Generous June series looking at Gods Generosity to us and what it means for our lives. The Administration of Grace - 2 Corinthians 8:16 - 9:5
Kay continues our Generous June series looking at Gods Generosity to us and what it means for our lives. Fair Shares - 2 Corinthians 8:10-15
Sandra launches our Generous June series exploring God's generosity to us and what this means for our lives.
Matthew reveals how Isaiah's proclamation of a Saviour bringing light into darkness can help us find hope amidst the current crisis!
Matthew explores what it means to have our identity 'in' Christ and beyond that, how we 'inhabit' that identity.
Kay explores our different approaches to preparation and draws on the Examen to keep our hearts and minds prepared for Jesus.
Matthew talks about how Christians can find hope in what God is doing in the here and now as well as in looking forward to the future.
What does it mean to stand well before Jesus the King? What does Matthew 25.31-46 tell us about this? Matthew Trick talks about serving Jesus through serving those in need.
Matthew launches our mini-series looking at the smaller letters of the New Testament. This week he explores Paul's letter to Philemon and comments on being 'partners' with God and reconciliation.
Matthew speaks of the Miracle of God's creation and how the miracles of Jesus lead to life.
Kay, in her first sermon in the Benefice, talks about how Jesus calls us, like the 72 to be sent out in his name. Luke 10.1-9.
Peter Vargeson talks about the Parable of the Sower in Matthew 13 and talks about the different seasons of faithfulness to God in our lives.
In the second part of our teaching series on the Beatitudes, Richard Emblin unpacks what Jesus meant when he said "Blessed are those who mourn for they will be comforted."
We all long for it, but what is true freedom. Matthew reflects on the real meaning and source of freedom.
Peter Vargeson unpacks Catherine Booth's words "If we are to better the future we must disturb the present."
Ian draw on Mark 6 and unpacks how we grow stronger in our faith when we take risks and act upon what God has called us to do.
Peter Vargeson talks about sharing faith and how the Church has been too good at keeping the 'r' value below 1.
Ian draws on Mark's Gospel to unpack how we are all guilty of getting it wrong on occasion.
Ruth talks about how we find ourselves so bound by time in our lives and encourages us to make time to be still.
Sandra Matthews explores Jesus' words "I Am the Way, the Truth and the Life" and focuses on letting go of past burdens .
Jesus told us to "love each other" in the way that He has loved us. Today, Ian Whitham, unpacks these words in light of George Floyd's death.
Drawing on the song 'Holy Spirit, Living Breath of God' Richard Emblin talks about the lyric 'Cause your word {the Bible} to come alive in me' and reminds us of a message from Revs Eric and Moses from Kinkizi Diocese in Uganda on a visit to St John's in 2019.
The Gospel of John is full of signs that point us to Jesus transforming our lives and our society.Today Sandra unpacks these signs and their meaning.
Matthew unpacks Jesus' words in John 11 "I Am the Resurrection and the Life" and what these words mean for Christians today.
Peter Vargeson reflects on the tragic death of George Floyd and the reality that all are precious in the sight of God.
In today's Thought for the Day, Ian Whitham talks about how we must follow the guidance of the Holy Spirit and resist other distracting influences.
Today Sandra talks about her beloved cordless Dyson and how it's only effective as a vacuum cleaner if charged. Christians are only effective when filled with the Holy Spirit.
It's hard to take a birdseye view of the whole of our life in the present moment. Matthew reflect on the analogy between the journey of the Israelites from Egypt to the Promised Land and our own journey from familiar routines to lockdown and now the easing of lockdown.
Today Sandra Matthews explores what might appear coincidental timings, but unpacks how God's plan and purpose is woven through these apparent 'coincidences'.
Ian talks about Acts 13 and questions what holds us back from entering the freedom Jesus offers us?
Have you ever had to cut a flailing branch off a tree? It loses its connection. Today Richard Emblin draws on the words of Jesus in John's Gospel "I am the true vine" and talks about remaining connected to God as the source of our flourishing.
It's Day 7 of Thy Kingdom Come Today, Sandra reflects on how the disciples were 'helped' by others, sent by God, in their waiting for the promised Holy Spirit to come.
It's not always easy to rejoice is i? Today Ruth Freeman unpacks what it is to rejoice in the Lord from Philippians 4.
Peter Vargeson continues to explore the theme of waiting. Today, Peter explores what it means to wait for power based on Jesus words in Luke 24.49.
Don't be overly anxious but come to God in prayer. Ian explains how there are times when God can feel distant but through bringing anxiety to God we can experience peace. Drawing on Philippians 4.
Today we celebrate Ascension when Jesus returned to heaven. For the disciples this created the type of physical distance that characterises our experience during Coronavirus. Today Matthew unpack how Jesus is just as present to us even when he is not with us physically.
Sandra Matthews reflects on the challenge parents have in increasingly 'letting go' of their children as they become older and more independent. Sandra looks to the joy of Ascension Day but also the experience of the disciples of 'letting go' of Jesus and waiting for the Holy Spirit.
Drawing on the parable of the Good Shepherd in John 10, Matthew unpacks how as human beings, we were created to be known by our fellow human beings and God.
Peter Vargeson looks forward to Ascension and Pentecost and explores how "waiting on the Lord" can bring us through times of impatience.
Today, Elizabeth explores our increasing disconnection from nature and how we can be connected to God.
Isaiah, the OT Prophet, said "Those who wait on the Lord will renew their strength". We're all waiting at the moment. Today, Richard Emblin, talks about waiting on God.
We talk about God but, did you know that God has a name? Today Sandra unpacks the "I Am" name of God.
Whenever light is present in a space, it cannot be hidden easily. Matthew unpack Jesus' words in Matthew 5 and encourages us to be bringers of light and hope into the lives of others.
Today Peter and Sara Jackson, reflect on 1975 chart sensation 'Rock Around The Clock' by Bill Haley & His Comets and explore how Jesus is the rock on which we can build our lives.
The third part of our series exploring the "I AM" sayings in John's Gospel. This week Ian unpacks Jesus' words "I Am the Light of the World."
Revd Terry Roberts, Chaplain to the Ringwood Branch of the Royal British Legion offers some thoughts on VE Day. #veday
People use the hastag #Blessings all the time, but what do Christians mean when they use the word 'blessings'. Peter Vargeson unpacks the meaning of speaking blessing over people and situations.
Supermarkets can't sell what they don't have, which can be frustrating, if you want to buy flour or paracetamol. Today, Sandra Matthews unpacks the gifts God offers us freely and abundantly.
Today, Matthew unpacks the first verse of Psalm 139 reflecting on the God who searches us out and knows us to our core.
Ruth Freeman talks about holding onto hope in the darkness, drawing on the story of Anne Frank and Desmond Tutu.
Matthew unpacks the second I Am Saying in our series from John's Gospel, exploring Jesus' words "I Am The Bread of Life" from John 6.
There's a lot of fear about at present. Today Revd Ian Whitham reflect on verses from Psalm 46 and encourages us to trust in God's comforting presence when we experience fear. Diocese of Winchester The Church of England
We've now spent quite a while in our homes with our doors shut, but you may well be looking forward to the time when you can reopen your doors and go out, or let others in. Today, Richard Emblin reflects on this and invites us to open the door of our lives to Christ.
We are all waiting at this present time, waiting for Covid 19 to be eliminated, for the lockdown to be lifted and to resume 'normal' life. Today Sandra, unpacks how we can cope with this season of waiting by handing our anxiety over to God.
Is it possible to find hope in the midst of suffering? Today Matthew argues that it is, drawing on Romans 5 and the experiences of Victor Frankl.
Is it possible to find hope in the midst of suffering? Today Matthew argues that it is, drawing on Roman 5 and the experiences of Victor Frankl.
Today, Licensed Lay Minister, Steve Wood, reflects on turning our anxieties over to God in prayer, drawing on Philippians 4.6.
Drawing on Philippians 4, Steve Wood reflects on how during this time of uncertainty, we can turn our anxiety over to God in prayer.
Ian launches our new teaching series on the I Am Sayings from John's Gospel. This week he explores "I AM HE".
I prefer to be in control of my life and the situations I face which makes feeling powerless difficult. However many are feeling powerless at this time. Today, Matthew, continues to reflect on the story of the Widow in 2 Kings 4 and she avoided being powerless by reaching out to others.
Do you sometimes find despair setting into your lives? Today, Matthew, unpacks what it is to experience despair and how we can overcome it. Drawing on 2 Kings 4.1-7.
We all long for a peace which endures even when times are challenging. Today, Matthew explores how Jesus offers lasting peace unaffected by the change, uncertainty and anxiety in our lives and our society.
Fear is a natural human reaction to perceived danger, but it can also overwhelm us if we don't act. Today, Matthew, explores what John 14 has to teach us about overcoming fear.