Holy Trinity Brussels: Recent Episodes
Holy Trinity Brussels
Holy Trinity is the international Anglican Church in Brussels offering both English-speaking and French-speaking services, and a Pro-Cathedral of the Diocese in Europe of the Church of England.
In "Hymn Reflections in Lockdown," Jonathan Halliwell partners with family members, musicians and others to provide musical input and reflection on some of the great pieces of the Christian musical tradition.
In this episode, David Mitchell looks into why "Abide with Me" is sung at the FA Cup Finals.
In "Hymn Reflections in Lockdown," Jonathan Halliwell partners with family members, musicians and others to provide musical input and reflection on some of the great pieces of the Christian musical tradition.
In this week, Jonathan looks into "New Every Morning."
In "Hymn Reflections in Lockdown," Jonathan Halliwell partners with family members, musicians and others to provide musical input and reflection on some of the great pieces of the Christian musical tradition.
For this week, Jonathan looks into the Magnificat.
Paul Vrolijk spoke at our 18:00 service on 24 May 2020, on John 17:1-11 and Acts 1:6-14.
Natalie and Jeremy jumped the gun, but we set the record straight in this short announcement. See you again next Thursday!
Natalie and Jeremy read and discuss Week 1, Day 1 of the Bible Course daily readings: Genesis 1!
Paul Vrolijk spoke for our 10:30 morning service on 10 May 2020. The readings were taken from Acts 7:54-60; 1 Peter 2:2-10 and John 14:1-14.
Paul Vrolijk spoke on 19 April 2020, with the readings taken from Psalm 16, Acts 2:14a, 22-32, and John 20:19:31.
For Maundy Thursday, Paul Vrolijk speaks about the "two cups" mentioned in Mark 14:22-42, drawing on Psalm 116.
This is a reading of the traditional Passion reading for Palm Sunday. It is taken from Matthew 26:14 to 27:66.
For Sunday, 29 March 2020, Paul Vrolijk spoke from Ezekiel 37:1-14, Psalm 130 and John 11:17-27 about the Words of Life and the hope that we have through God's power of resurrection and life.
On 22 March 2020, Paul Vrolijk spoke on Psalm 23, Ephesians 5:8-12 and John 9:1-41 on the theme of Jesus our Healer. This was the first sermon to be given at Holy Trinity during the Belgian lockdown for coronavirus.
Readings: Psalm 44 and John 11:28-37 Jeremy Heuslein discusses Lamenting, how Jesus wept in life and understands our pain and lamenting now. God wants us to bring our suffering and lament to him as he will bring justice and hope to the world.
On 1st March 2020, John Wilkinson spoke on Matthew 7:7-12 on the theme of asking God in prayer and what it might mean to 'ask and receive'.
Reading - Luke 3: 15-20 Ozzy Baron discusses John the Baptist's life and mission. Through his example she encourages us to accept our mission as Christians to repent, be baptized and accept the Holy Spirit and come into relationship with Jesus Christ our savior.
On 16th February 2020 Fiona Simon spoke on Luke 3:1-14, looking at John the Baptist's call to repent.
Christ according to Matthew
The sermon was given by Heather Roy. 10.30am Service today 9th February 2020.
Fiona Simon Presiding
Readings: Isaiah58:1-12 1Corinthians2:1-16 Gospel Reading: Matt.5:13-20
Natalie Jones reassures us in the challenging time that Jesus came for each of us, knows our suffering and encourages us not to be afraid!
On 26th January 2020, John Wilkinson spoke on the subject of unity and division within the Church. The reading was 1 Corinthians 1:10-18.
On Sunday, 19 January 2020, John Wilkinson spoke at our morning service on how every Christian has a testimony to share. The main reading for the sermon was taken from John 1:29-42.
Jeremy Heuslein spoke on 19 January, 2020 at our evening service on the faithfulness of God. The readings were taken from Isaiah 49:1-7 and 1 Corinthians 1:1-9.
This sermon talks about serving God by being joyfully committed in our workplaces, marriages, in our faith and in our community.
The sermon was given by Fiona Simon. 10.30am Service today 12th January 2020.
Paul Vrolijk Presiding
Readings: Isaiah42:1-9 Acts10:34-43 Gospel Reading: Matt.3:13-17
Heather Roy unpacks the mystery of the Magi and their faithful search for Christ. Their story is a shining example of the faith God wants us to have. Are you ready to truly worship Christ this year?
The sermon was given by Paul Vrolijk at the 10pm service Holy Communion of Christmas Night
Th Right Reverend Dr Robert Innes Presiding
Readings: Isaiah62:6-12 Titus3:4-7 Gospel Reading: John1:1-14
"Waiting..."
The sermon was given by fiona Simon. 10.30am Service today 27th October 2019.
Readings: Isaiah7:10-16 Romans1:1-7 Gospel Reading: Matthew1:18-25
Title: Living from the future : Advent 1 (1 Dec 2019) Sermon by Paul Vrolijk Readings: Isaiah 2.1-5; Romans 13.11-14; Matthew 24.36-44
John Wilkinson discusses why we should be ever ready for the great joyful day that Christ comes again.
(Please NOTE there was a microphone glitch so the beginning of the service was not recorded properly - from 47 seconds it is there. Sorry about that! )
On Sunday, 24 November, Paul Vrolijk preached at our 10:30 service for the feast of Christ the King. The reading were taken from Psalm 46, Colossians 1.11-20, and Luke 23.33-43.
On 17th November Paul Vrolijk spoke on Romans 8:1-17, reflecting on our identity as children of God.
Collect: Heavenly Father, whose blessed Son was revealed to destroy the works of the devil and to make us the children of God and heirs of eternal life: grant that we, having this hope, may purify ourselves even as he is pure; that when he shall appear in power and great glory we may be made like him in his eternal and glorious kingdom; where he is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen
John Wilkinson continues our "Who am I" sermon series by assuring us that if we accept Jesus, we are already forgiven from our sins; that they are as far from us as the East is from the West. He encourages us to accept this or to seek help in accepting it if we find that difficult.
On 27 October, 2019, Heather Roy spoke in our Identity Series on how our background and citizenship may affect our identity, and how our citizenship in heaven as Christians can define it. The readings were taken from Philippians 3:12-4:1 and Matthew 22:15-22.
The sermon ends with a video, which can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hsDQEb-qlyM
On 13 October, 2019, John Wilkinson spoke in our Identity Series on how we are and are not defined by our relationships.
"Be Humbled, God will hear you" The sermon was given by John Wilkinson. 10.30am Service today 27th October 2019.
1st Readings from Jer 14:7-10, 19-22 2nd Readings from 2Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18 Gospel Reading from Luke 18:9-14
On 20th October 2019 Jeremy Heuslein spoke on John 4:4-18 and Philippians 3:1-14, reflecting on how God views our past and our future and how they can influence our identity.
The sermon was given by Fiona Simon. Remembering Edith Cavell. 10.30am Service today 13th October 2019.
1st Readings from 2Kings 5:1-15c 2nd Readings from 2Timothy 2:8-15 Gospel Reading from Luke 17:11-19
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Remembering William Tyndale The sermon was given by Paul Vrolijk. Speaking of the martyr William Tyndale, translator of Bible to english. "Don't confuse the menu with the meal" 10.30am Service today 6th October 2019.
1st Readings from Proverbs 8:4-11 2nd Readings from Corinth 4:7-15 Gospel Reading from John 15:18-21
Holy Trinity Brussels, 29 September 2019, 1030 service - Harvest - Revd Canon John Wilkinson
Fiona Simon discusses how our identity can be shaped by the opinions of those around us, but how embracing our true identity as children of God can liberate us.
"Heart to Heart..." The sermon was given by Paul Vrolijk. 10.30am Service today 22th September 2019.
On 15th September 2019, John Wilkinson spoke from Philippians 3:4b-14 and Matthew 6:19-24 as part of the sermon series on identity. The theme of the talk was ambition and success.
on 8 September John Wilkinson spoke on Ephesians 1:1-14 and John 15.1-17 beginning our series on identities that will run through the automn
Choose Life, Love your God for He is your life.
The sermon was given by Paul Vrolijk. 10.30am Service today 8th September 2019.
1st Readings from Deut.30:15-20 2nd Readings from Psalm1 Gospel Reading from Luke 14:25-33
On 1st September 2019, Jeremy Heuslein spoke on Ecclesiastes 3:1-11 and John 1:1-5, reflecting on the church year.
The sermon was given by John Wilkinson. 10.30am Service today 18th August 2019.
1st Readings from Jeremiah 23:23-29 2nd Readings from Hebrews 11:29-12:2 Gospel Reading from Luke 12:49-56
"Troubles? Let us fix our eyes on Jesus."
On 4th August 2019 Fiona Simon spoke on Luke 12: 13-21 (the parable of the rich fool), reflecting on how we use our wealth to honour God.
On 14th July 2019, Fiona Simon spoke on Galatians 5:13-26, reflecting on the Holy Spirit and the fruits it produces in our lives.
Sermon by Paul Vrolijk at 10.30am7th July 2019. This is the third of the trilogy of sermons entitled Spiritual Struggle & Progress (3 of 3). Readings: Galatians 5:1, 13-25; Psalm 16; Luke 9:51-62.
Sermon by Paul Vrolijk at 10.30am 30th June 2019. This is Part2 of a three part sermon entitled Spiritual Struggle & Progress (2 of 3. Readings: Galatians 5:1, 13-25; Psalm 16; Luke 9:51-62.
Our guest preacher Ben Jance III shared his thoughts on the spirit of sharing. He encouraged us to never judge our problems in the light of our resources, to put ourselves in a position for God to do big things in us and to accept God's invitation to share - for it is in these ways that miracles happen.
Sermon by Paul Vrolijk, 10.30 Service, 23 June 2019. This part 1 of a sermon trilogy. Spiritual Struggle & Progress (1 of 3)
Readings: Galatians 5:1, 13-25; Psalm 16; Luke 9:51-62.
On Sunday 16 June 2019, Matt Harpur spoke on John 15:14-27 reflecting on the Trinity and the Holy Spirit
Talk given by Revd Canon Alyson Lamb at Drongen Holy Trinity Brussels weekend away 2019 Theme : Citizens of Heaven
3 parts of the talk.
Talk given by Revd Canon Alyson Lamb at Drongen Holy Trinity Brussels weekend away 2019 Theme : Citizens of Heaven
3 parts of the talk.
Talk given by Revd Canon Alyson Lamb at Drongen Holy Trinity Brussels weekend away 2019 Theme : Citizens of Heaven
3 parts of the talk.
On 12th May 2019 Natalie Jones preached on John 10:22-30, in which Jesus speaks about his identity as our shepherd.
The sermon was given by Paul Vrolijk. 10.30am Service today 12th May 2019.
1st Readings from Acts 9:36-43
Gospel Reading from John 10:22-30
The sermon was given by Fiona Simon. 10.30am Service today 5th May 2019.
1st Readings from Acts 9:1-20 2nd Readings from Revelation 5:11-14 Gospel Reading from John 21:1-19
John Wilkinson celebrates the Good News of the Risen Christ through the eyes of Mary in the garden, wanting to cling to her Rabboni, We are called as she was to go and share the hope and promise of new life in Christ!
The talk was given by Jeremy and Natalie Heuslein. 10.30am Service today 21 April 2019. Service Presided by Bishop Robert Innes.
1st Readings from Isaiah 65:17-25 2nd Readings from Acts 10:34-43 Gospel Reading from John 20:1-1
On 16 April 2019, Bishop Robert preached at the Chrism Eucharist for the Blessing of the Oils and Renewal of Commitment to Ministry service. He addressed issues in the contemporary context of ministry and reminded all who minister in the name of Jesus of the mission and message that has been entrusted to us.
On 7 April 2019 at our evening service, Jeremy Heuslein closed out our series on the Lord's Prayer with a reflection on the "Amen."
Sermon by Paul Vrolijk Lent 5 - Beginning of Passiontide 7 April 2019 10:30 morning service Title: See I am doing a new thing!
Readings: Isa 43:16-21; Philippians 3:4b-14 and John 12:1-8
Questions:
1) Why was Isaiah 43:19 so surprising for the people who first heard this message?
2) Have you experienced God doing a new thing in your life? Please meditate on that….or share and discuss with others in the group.
3) What situation is there in your life where you would love God ’to do a new thing’. Share and pray with others.
4) How are Mary’s and Paul’s responses to Jesus different and similar?
On 24 March 2019 at our evening service, John Wilkinson spoke on Colossians 2:5-16 in our series on the Lord's Prayer, looking at the line 'deliver us from evil'.
The sermon is given by Fiona Simon at the 10.30am Service today 24 March 2019. 1st Readings from Isaiah 55:1-9 2nd Readings from Corinthians 10:1-13 Gospel reading from Luke 13:1-9
On 10 March 2019 at our evening service, John Wilkinson continued our series on the Lord's Prayer, speaking on "forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us." The reading was taken from Matthew 18:21-35.
Questions for Reflection:
On 10 March 2019 at our 10:30 service, Michael Harvey spoke on invitation. The readings were taken from Luke 4:1-13, Romans 10:8-13, and Deuteronomy 26:1-11.
On 3 March 2019, Paul Vrolijk spoke and continued our series on the Lord's Prayer. The texts for the service were taken from Exodus 16:9-35 and Matthew 6:5-15.
Questions for Reflection:
1) Recall the subtle difference between this line in Matthew and in Luke. Do we need both perspectives? Why?
2) How can gratitude in prayer obtain a selfish bend?
3) Reflecting on the Matthew version….. How is this line…a Kingdom prayer?
4) split in groups of 3 and share daily needs, and pray for one another…..after you have prayed for God’s interests first.
On 24 February 2019, Heather Roy preached the four sermon in our series on the Lord's Prayer, "Teach us to Pray: Your Will be Done, on Earth as it is in Heaven."
Questions for Reflection: Why do we struggle with our will versus God's will? Can you think of times where you felt the will of God impressed upon you? Can you think of times you have chosen to ignore the will of God? When? How? Why? What did it make you feel? What helps you understand and discern Gods will? What role does the Holy Sprit play?
On 24 February 2019, Paul Vrolijk spoke on Psalm 65, Revelation 4, Luke 8:22-25.
Questions for Reflection:
1) The fact that quite different readings can speak to us as ‘one’, how does that work with this particular set of readings?
2) Have you ever felt ‘overwhelmed’? What are our first instincts? Do you feel overwhelmed now?
3) It was suggested that faith could be the highest comfort, when you know who asks the question ‘where is your faith?’. What does that mean for you?
4) You may want to think about what is overwhelming with someone else. If you do, then pray for one another, crying out to Jesus.
On 17 February 2019, Fiona Simon spoke on Matthew 13:24-34 and Matthew 6:9-13. She used three of Jesus's parables to help us understand what it might look like when God's Kingdom is realised here on Earth.
Questions for Reflection:
What does the prayer "Your Kingdom come" mean when you pray it?
If you woke up tomorrow and found God’s Kingdom had come, what would be different?
Jesus used many different images and explanations to help people understand what the Kingdom of God is like. Which one resonates most with you?
What do you find most challenging about Jesus’ teaching on the Kingdom (generally or within the parables in Matthew 13)?
Can you think of any examples of God planting a seed of an idea which has grown and spread bringing Kingdom transformation to a situation?
Think about the situation in which you work/study. What Kingdom yeast would you like to see worked into the mix?
Are there ways in which you could initiate this change?
It may seem like a very small thing, but that is how yeast works. You may want to pray for these things and maybe come back to them in future weeks.i
On 17 February 2019, Paul Vrolijk spoke at the 10:30 service on Psalm 1, Jeremiah 17:5-10 and Luke 6:17-26.
Questions for Reflection:
1) The ‘two ways’ presented to us in the readings, how do you respond to that? Spot on? Or too simplistic?
2) Reflect on the ‘barren parts’ of your life? Have you tried to reach ‘the living water’? How does that work best for you?
3) What Jeremiah says about the heart (Jeremiah 17:9) and Jesus (Luke 6:44-45).....do you agree with that diagnosis?
4) Have you ever prayed the prayer, Jeremiah 17:14?
On Sunday, 10 February 2019 Fiona Simon spoke at our 10:30 service on Isaiah 6:1-13 and Luke 5:1-11.
On 10 February 2019, Jeremy Heuslein spoke at our 18:00 service on Exodus 3:1-17 and Matthew 6:9-13 in our series on the Lord's Prayer. He focused on the holiness of God's name and our response to it.
Questions for Reflection: 1. Does a specific name for God or title used for God resonant with you in particular? 2. What would it look like to invite the holiness of God into your life today? 3. If every breath were a prayer of God's name, how would that affect your day?
On Sunday, 3 February 2019, John Wilkinson spoke on Matthew 6:9-13, beginning our series on the Lord's Prayer with "Our Father in heaven," which he noted, can sometimes be very difficult to pray.
Some questions for reflection: 1. How does addressing God as ‘Father’ help us or hinder us in our praying? 2. What difference does it make to think of God as ‘in heaven’?
On Sunday, 27 January 2019 at our 18:00, Jeremy Heuslein spoke on Luke 4:14-21 and Psalm 19, reflecting on the challenging aspects of Jesus ministry to proclaim good news.
Some questions for reflection: (1) Where in your own life do you need to hear good news? How might that news change the way you live?
(2) Has there ever been a time when you felt close to God? Has there ever been when you felt challenged by God?
(3) What would it look like for you to rest in the year of the Lord's favor, or to bring it further our world?
The sermon is given by John Wilkinson at the 10.30am Service today 27 January 2019. 1st Readings from Neh. 8:1-3,5-6,8-10 2nd Readings from 1Corinthians 12:12-31a Gospel Reading from Luke 4:14-21
On Sunday, 13 January 2019, Paul Vrolijk spoke from Luke 3:15-17, 21-22 on the baptism of Jesus and his (and our)identity as Beloved of God. Below are some questions you can think and pray through as you listen to this talk.
1) How does it feel to be ’the beloved in Christ’? If you feel any un-ease, spend some time to explore why that might be.
2) Why is it so important to keep an (firm) eye on your identity in Christ, both in times when things ‘go well’, and in times things do not go well?
3) Have you ever confused your identity with your ‘job description’. How (or when) did you find out this was a problem?
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The sermon is given by John Wilkinson at the 10.30am Service today 12 January 2019. Readings from Isaiah 43:1-7 Acts 8:14-17 Gospel Reading from Luke 3:15-17, 21-22
Isaiah43:1-7
Acts8:14-17
Luke3:15-17,21-22
On Sunday, 6 January 2019, John Wilkinson spoke at our 18:00 service on the coming of the Magi in Matthew 2:1-12.
John Wilkinson asks us whether we are looking forward towards the promised return of Christ or if the anxieties of life are keeping us blindfolded to it. Will we let this Advent season be one of fear or one of hope?
This Advent 1 Paul Vrolijk gave the sermon. 10.30 morning service 2nd December 2018. Readings: Jeremiah 33.14-16, Psalm 25.1-9 Gospel reading: Luke 21.25-36
The sermon is given by Paul Vrolijk at the 10.30am Service today 25 November 2018.
10:30 – Holy Communion & Baptism: Paul Vrolijk
Psalm 93
Revelation 1:4b-8
John 18:33-37
Co-founder Peter Harris talks about A Rocha, a Christian environment protection organisation of Portuguese origin, which is now active in over 20 countries. Peter explains why the Bible tells us to look after creation, and do everything we can to protect God's creation from pollution and destruction.
The sermon is given by Peter Harris at the 10.30am Service today 18 November 2018. Readings from Daniel 12:1-3 Psalm 16Hebrews 10: 11-25Mark 13: 1-8 Gospel Reading from Mark 13: 1-8 Peter and his wife Miranda Harris are co-founders of A Rocha, the Christian conservation organisation which HTB has supported for over 20 years. Presided by Paul Vrolijk
Sermon by Fiona Simon at the 10.30 morning service on Remembrance Day 11th November 2018.
On this historic Remembrance Day, John Wilkinson guides us to reflect on the Great War, the unimaginable cost to human life and on how the hope of God's kingly rule can guide us for the next 100 years.
On 4 November 2018 at our 18:00 service, Natalie Jones finished our series on Ruth by speaking about God's faithfulness to those who are powerless. The Scripture for the talk was taken from Ruth 4.
Talk given by Paul Vrolijk at 10.30 service on 21 October 2018. The readings came from Job 38.1-7[34-41] , Hebrews 5.1-10 , Mark 10.35-45
The sermon is given by Paul Vrolijk at the 10.30am Service today 14 October 2018. Readings from Job23:1-9 Hebrews4:12-16 Gospel Reading from Mark10:17-31
The sermon is given by David Fieldsend at the 10.30am Service today 7 October 2018. Readings from Proverbs8:4-11 2Timothy3:12-17 Gospel Reading from John17:6-8
The sermon is given by Lea Williams at the 10.30am Service today 30 Sept 2018. Readings from Joel2:21-27 1Timothy6:6-10 Gospel Reading from Matthew6:25-33
Richard Bromley Director of ICS* , 6pm service. 23rd Sept 2018.
*Intercontinental Church Society https://www.ics-uk.org/
Lloyd Brown discusses Mark 7:24-37 and how a bit of faith can lead to flourishing in a way somewhat different than what is found by the famous characters from Lewis and Tolkien's heroic adventures.
This morning's 10.30 sermon was given by Paul Vrolijk. 9th Sept 2018. Readings from #Psalm146 and #James2:1-17 Gospel reading #Mark7:24-37
This morning's sermon was given by Jean-Bosco Turahirwa 10.30am 26 Aug 2018 Readings from Joshua 24:1,2a, 14-18 and Ephesians 6:10-20 Gospel Reading from John 6:56-69
This morning's sermon was given by Chris Martin. 10.30am 19 Aug 2018 Readings from Proverbs9:1-6 and Ephesians5:15-20 Gospel Reading from John6:51-58
This morning's sermon was given by Chris Martin. 10.30am 12 Aug 2018 Readings from Kings19:4-8 and Ephesians4:25-5:2 Gospel Reading from John6:35,41-51
Paul Vrolijk gave todays 10.30am sermon. 5th August 2018.
Title: Two realities….Jesus moving us on…
Readings: John 6:24-35; Ephesians 4:1-16.
On 22 July 2018, Paul Vrolijk spoke on how our longings are truly fulfilled in relationship with Jesus Christ, seen through the experience of Mary Magdalene.
On 29 July 2018, Paul Vrolijk spoke from John 6:1-21 about when we find ourselves overwhelmed in life we should turn to God's love and the peace offered through following Jesus.
Speaking from Isaiah 6:1-8 and John 4:19-26, Jeremy Heuslein eneded our series on "The Beauty of Holiness," by reflecting on how our worship of God transforms us. This happens, not because of worship style or form, but because of who God is.
On 1 July 2018, David Fieldsend preached from 2 Timothy 3:10-4:5 and Luke 4:1-13, explicating the power of the Reformed tradition's emphasis on the power of Scripture.
This morning's sermon was given by Bishop Robert Innes. 10.30am 1 July 2018. We celebrated the Ordination of Jean Bosco Turahirwa as Deacon. Readings from Job38:1-11 and 2Corinthians6:1-13 Gospel Reading from Mark4:35-41
This morning's sermon was given by Chris Martin. 10.30am 24 June 2018 Readings from Job38:1-11 and 2Corinthians6:1-13 Gospel Reading from Mark4:35-41
This morning's sermon "Double Growth" was given by Paul Vrolijk. 10.30am 17 June 2018 Readings from Ezekiel 17:22-24 and 2Corinthians 5:6-17 Gospel Reading from Mark 4:26-34
Natalie Jones shares the message that God wants to have a close personal relationship with us. Despite being all powerful; being the one whose glory was too bright for Moses to look directly at; despite being the one who raised Jesus from the dead - God cares about even the trivialities of our lives and wants us to turn to Him in all things.
This morning's sermon was given by Heather Roy. 10.30am 10 June 2018 Readings from Genesis 3:8-15 2Corinthians 4:13-5:1 Gospel Reading from Mark 3:20-35
At our evening service, John Wilkinson began our series, "The Beauty of Holiness," speaking on God as the Holy Trinity, worthy of our worship and praise. The readings were taken from Isaiah 6:1-8 and John 3:1-17.
On Trinity Sunday, 27 May 2018, David Fieldsend talked about being the family of God, using the theme and image of the Holy Trinity.
Chris Martin - 10.30am, 20th May 2018 Pentecost, known as Whit Sunday (the fiftieth day after Easter)
This morning's sermon was given by Paul Vrolijk. 10.30am 13th May 2018 Readings from Acts 1:15-17 1John 5:9-13 Gospel Reading from John 17:6-17
This morning's sermon was given by Chris Martin. 10.30am 6th May 2018 Readings from Acts 10:44-48 1John 5:1-6 Gospel Reading from John 15:9-17
Natalie Jones discusses what it means to bear fruit? In a culture of independence and self-sufficiency its worth remembering the Jesus is the source of all we need. If we stay connected to Him we are sure to bear a variety of fruit in our lives.
Sermon given by John Wilkinson at the 6pm Service, on 15th April 2018. at Holy Trinity Anglican Church Brussels.
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Note .. By mistake, a few sentences at the beginning of the sermon did not make it into the recording.
This morning's sermon was given by Paul Vrolijk. 10.30am 15 April 2018.
Readings from #Acts 3:12-19 #Psalm 33 Gospel Reading from #Luke 24:36b-48
John Wilkinson celebrates Jesus still being risen with discussion of John 20:32-35 and asks if believing is just ticking boxes or if its knowing, loving and following Jesus as Doubting Thomas did.
Jeremy Heuslein gives today's sermon on Palm Sunday. 10.30morning service 25 March 2018 Taken from readings in Psalm 118:1-2, 19-24 , Philippians 2:5-11 and Gospel Mark 11: 1-11
On 18 March 2018 , Paul Vrolijk spoke from John 12:20-33. This passage filled with sayings of Jesus concerning his death, and our dying (to self), which are both hard and glorious. The cross and resurrection both in view……but first, we have to die.
At our evening service on 18 March, David Fieldsend conclude our series on Mary, the mother of Jesus, speaking from Acts 1:12-14 about Mary and all the disciples waiting on the Holy Spirit. Waiting had been a theme in Mary's life.
On 11 March 2018, Natalie Jones spoke at our 18:00 service for our series "Mary: Walking Faithfully." The text of the reading was taken from John 19:25-30.
On 11 March 2018, Paul Vrolijk spoke at HTB's 10:30 service. The texts for the readings were taken from Psalm 107:1-3 and 17-22, Ephesians 2:1-10, and John 3:14-21.
At the 10:30 service on 4 March 2018, Paul Vrolijk spoke on Psalm, 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, and John 2:13-22.
On 25 February 2018, at HTB's 10:30 service Paul Vrolijk spoke on Psalm 22:23-31, Romans 4:13-25, and Mark 8:31-38, asking us as we prepare in the season of Lent if it is well with our soul.
John Wilkinson preaches on John 1:38-56 - Mary sings of God's Justice. Justice is at the heart of what God's will is and who God is. Will we join Mary in singing of God's Justice?
10.30 Sermon with Paul Vrolijk on 11th Feb 2018. The Readings came from Psalm 50:1-6; 2 Cor 4:3-6 and Mark 9:2-9
Paul Vrolijk gave the 9am sermon on 11 Feb 2018. Readings from Psalm 50:1-6; 2 Cor 4:3-6 and Mark 9:2-9
Paul Vrolijk gave this 9am sermon on the 2nd Sunday before Lent 4/2/2018. Readings: Psalm 104:26-37; Colossians 1:15-20; John 1:1-14
Paul Vrolijk's sermon at 10h30 28Jan 2018. From Psalms24, Hebrews 2:14-18 and the Gospel Luke 2:22-40
At the evening service on 21st January 2018, David Fieldsend opened our sermon series on Noah discussing Genesis 5:28-6:9.
Paul Vrolijk 6pm sermon. 14th Jan 2018 “God sees everything, but the neighbours even more…”
John 1
On 14 January 2018, Bishop Robert spoke at the 10:30 service on the call of Jesus, as well as the celebration of 200 years of civil Anglican worship in Brussels. A full text of the sermon can be found here: https://drive.google.com/open?id=14WHx4IEFp6oQkEVIj5i0D4nNKTgbC2cU
The Epiphany Sermon with David Fieldsend 10.30am. From the Gospel Matthew 2:1-12 and Isaiah 60:1-6, Ephseians 3:1-12
Paul Vrolijk's Sermon on Christmas Eve Midnight 24 December 2017 Readings: Isaiah 52:7-10; John 1:1-12
10:30 Sermon by Paul Vrolijk 24 Dec 2017 Advent4 Reading: Luke 1:26-38 Title: Mary - an inconvenient truth...
At our Christmas Light service on 10 December 2017, Paul Vrolijk spoke on the promise of God's peace to those who are in darkness: peace that is not merely a cessation of hostilities but the full flourishing of human existence.
On 10 December 201y, the second Sunday of Advent, Paul Vrolijk spoke on our continued need to wait for God and the coming of Christ. The readings were taken from 2 Peter 3:8-15a and Mark 1:1-8.
Paul Vrolijk spoke on 3 December 2017, the first Sunday of Advent on what it means to wait. The reads were taken from Isaiah 64:1-9; 1 Corinthians 1:3-9; and Mark 13:24-37.
On 26 November 2017, Paul Vrolijk spoke on the judgement of Christ the King at the Feast of Christ the King. The readings were taken from Matthew 25:31-46, Psalm 95 and Ephesians 1:15-23.
Chris Martin's sermon at the 6pm service, 5 November 2017
Check out: "Praying on the Psalms" by Eugene Peterson (author of The Message)
Paul Vrolijk gives the sermon telling us "how to be in that number". From the readings in Rev 7:9-17, 1 John 3: 1-3 and the Gospel Matthew 5: 1-12 10h30 Service on 5th Nov 2017.
On 29 October 2017, Heather Roy spoke on the parable of the Good Samaritan and on what kind of love God has and God asks us to have for others.
On 29 October 2017, Jean Bosco continued our sermon series, "Praying the Psalms" with Psalm 6 -- "Praying our Tears."
On 22 October 2017, Lloyd Brown spoke on Psalm 137, reflecting on how we can pray all our emotions to God, including our hate.
Paul Vrolijk spoke about freedom from slavery and modern day slavery on 22 October 2017. The reading were taken from Psalm 99, Acts 16: 16-24, and the Gospel of Matthew 22: 15-22.
On 15 October 2017 David Mitchell spoke from Psalm 23, in our series "Praying the Psalms: Praying our Fear." He led us through the psalm, expounding on the Good Shepherd, who cares for us, His sheep.
Paul Vrolijk speaks of William Tyndale, first English translator of the Bible. The readings were taken from St. Matthew 21:33-46, Philippians 3:4b-14, and Psalm 19.
Bishop Roberts spoke at the installation of four canons at Holy Trinity Brussels on 1 October 2017. The reading was taken from Hebrews 12:18-24.
"Unforgiveness" sermon by Paul Vrolijk from Matthew 18:21 and Psalm 103 10h30 Service on 17th Sept 2017.
Heather Roy began our series on "Praying the Psalms," with 'Praying our Inattention' on 9 September 2017.
Sermon by Paul Vrolijk titled "Praying for Intimidation" 6pm on 10th September 2017 Psalms 2
Paul Vrolijk's 10h30 sermon on the 3rd of September 2017. This "back to basics" talk explains "what it means to be God's people". It is taken from Psalm 105 (1-6, 23-26, 45b), Romans 12: 9-21 and the Gospel of Matthew 16: 21-28.
Paul Vrolijk spoke on Romans 8:1-11, on 16 July 2017 at our morning service, reminding us that though we live life in the Spirit, there is a still a battle to fight with the sinful nature -- and that this fight is won by grace.
On 16 July 2017, Jeremy Heuslein spoke at our evening service on Romans 8:1-11. Here, Paul has reminded us to live life -- to live in the Spirit and no longer in our old, sinful natures.
On 9 July 2017 in our evening service, John Wilkinson spoke from Romans 7:15-25, noting that Paul's question ("Who will rescue me from this body of death?") still reverberates today for us.
Sermon preached by Paul Vrolijk at 10h30 on Sunday 9th July 2017. The scripture reading was taken from Matthew 11.6-19 and 25-30
On 2 July 2017, David Fieldsend spoke at our evening service on true and complete rest, but that does not mean "doing nothing" -- it means coming close to God. The Scripture readings are taken from Colossians 2:16-19 and Revelation 21:22 - 22:7.
At the ordination as deacon of Guy Diakiese Matumona on 2 July 2017 at 10:30, Stephen Murray spoke on the parable of the sheep and the goats, and of what it really means to be a deacon. The Scripture readings were taken from Matthew 25.31-46.
At the 09:00 service on 2 July 2017, Paul Vrolijk spoke on Sermon preached by Genesis 22:1-14, exploring the sacrifice of Isaac by Abraham that follows on the heels of the loss of Ishmael.
In this sermon, Josh Peckett explores how the divine rhythm of rest imparts meaning and grace to our lives.
Continuing the sermon series on "Rest," Jeremy Heuslein spoke from Matthew 11:20-30 on Jesus' invitation to rest.
David Fieldsend reminded us that God loves us in a generous love and we are to pass it on.
Sermon at 10:30 service, 11-06-17 Trinity Sunday, preacher: Joshua Peckett
On Trinity Sunday, Josh Peckett spoke on that fact that we stand in awe before the mystery of our God, and are called to consider the nature of God to always live in relationship and unity of love. To partake in the life of the Trinity, to bind its name to ourselves, means acquiring a habit of living which testifies daily to the life of Christ and the self-giving, sharing, and open life of the Trinity.
Heather Roy began a sermon series on "Rest," exploring how the creation account in Genesis 1:26-2:4 portrays rest as a divine act at the culmination of the created order.
In our evening service, Josh Peckett spoke regarding the Christian desire to see God's Kingdom come, on earth as it is in heaven, and our responsibility to carry it out.
On Easter Sunday, John Wilkinson spoke from John 20.1-18 about the various reactions of Jesus' disciples to the resurrection. In the end, though, it must be acknowledged that meeting with risen Christ changes lives -- often in ways we don't expect.
In this Chrism Eucharist service, Bishop Robert reminds all ministers, lay and ordained, of the call of Christ on all our lives -- to be servants, to be bridge-builders. John Wilkinson first reads our Gospel reading, Luke 7:36-50. The other reading was taken from 1 Samuel 3:1-10.
To close our "Dethroning Mammon" series, John Wilkinson preached on the final chapter of Archbishop Justin Welby's book and from Revelation 3:14-22. In this sermon, we encounter the idea that we can either master or be mastered by money: if we make Christ our priority, all others will fall into their proper place.
At our 10:30 service, Heather Roy, one of our Lay Readers, preached on John 9:1-41. She spoke on how just as Jesus found the blind man Jesus can find us, and he can counter division, so that hope can be seen.
Paul Vrolijk spoke at our service of Nine Lessons and Carols about the coming of Jesus, and how that changed the world.
On 28 August 2016, Paul Vrolijk spoke about where we find our security. The text was taken from Jeremiah 2.
On 18 September 2016, Paul Vrolijk about the ethos of the evening service, regarding the strive towards community.
On 11 September 2016, Paul Vrolijk spoke from Luke 15 about the welcome and the love of God.
On 4 September 2016, Paul Vrolijk spoke from Luke 14 about some of the radical sayings of Jesus and what Jesus asks from us.
On 18 December 2016, Paul Vrolijk spoke about not missing Christmas, while exploring the story of Mary and Joseph.
On 6 November 2016, Paul Vrolijk spoke about the season after All Saints' Day: a sombre season but one that can be filled with the glory of Christ.
On 23 October 2016, Paul Vrolijk spoke about God's love letter to humanity and how to read it, that is, the Bible. He gave some hints to approaching the Scriptures.
On 11 December 2016, Paul Vrolijk spoke about bringing the Scriptures to the reality of the world. We must also remember that Christ is coming.
At our 10:30 service, Paul Vrolijk spoke about temptation and our freedom in Christ, based in our identity in being deeply loved by God. The scripture readings are taken from Genesis 2:15-17, 3:1-7 and Matthew 4:1-11.
On 29 January 2017, Paul Vrolijk spoke about the presentation of the Christ child in the Temple. The reading was taken from Luke 2:21-40.
On 1 January 2017, Paul Vrolijk spoke from Luke 2:21-25 about the God who is committed to be in relationship with the people.
On 15 January 2017, Paul Vrolijk spoke about the revealing of Jesus as the Christ. The readings were taken from Isaiah and Luke.
On 5 February 2017, Paul Vrolijk spoke about the completion of the Church House Redevelopment Project, in which God faithfully provided through the generosity of the people of God. The reading was taken from 1 Chronicles 28 and 29.
Natalie Jones begins our sermon series for Lent on 26 February 2017, in which we are following Archbishop Justin Welby's new book, "Dethroning Mammon: Making Money Serve Grace." The main Scripture for the sermon was taken from John 11:17-44.
In the final installment of the sermon series, "What Does Jesus Call Us," Jeremy Heuslein speaks about the love Jesus has for us, in calling us friends, as well as his commandment to love one another. This sermon was given on 19 February 2017, at the Evening Service. The main scripture for the sermon was John 15:9-17.
At our 10:30 service, Jack McDonald gave a sermon on 19 February from Matthew 6:25 to the end of the chapter. Here, Jesus gives us ethical commands which are not just difficult to follow but impossible to follow: we are being invited into a new relationship with God based on grace and forgiveness rather than observing the letter of a law which we can never achieve.