Full and "express" online worship services from St Andrew's Islington, Toronto, Canada

St.Andrews Islington

We recently remembered and celebrated two of St. Andrew’s most faithful saints through the years: Rev. Alex McCombie and Maurice Mawhinney. It isn’t difficult to feel powerless in the face of death, or to feel a great sorrow at their loss. But Scripture reminds us that, even in the face of overwhelming difficulties, we are surrounded by a faithful cloud of witnesses, and led forward by One who is stronger. 
 
Visit us online: 
https://www.standrewsislington.org/ 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE... 
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsisl... 
Email us at: office@standrewsislington.org 
 
Copyrighted worship songs used in this video (CCLI License No. 45239): 
 
Jesus Messiah 
CCLI Song # 5183443 
Chris Tomlin | Daniel Carson | Ed Cash | Jesse Reeves 
© 2008 sixsteps Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) 
Vamos Publishing (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) 
worshiptogether.com songs (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) 
Wondrously Made Songs (Admin. by Music Services, Inc.)

We recently remembered and celebrated two of St. Andrew’s most faithful saints through the years: Rev. Alex McCombie and Maurice Mawhinney. It isn’t difficult to feel powerless in the face of death, or to feel a great sorrow at their loss. But Scripture reminds us that, even in the face of overwhelming difficulties, we are surrounded by a faithful cloud of witnesses, and led forward by One who is stronger.

Visit us online:
https://www.standrewsislington.org/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE...
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsisl...
Email us at: office@standrewsislington.org 

Copyrighted worship songs used in this video (CCLI License No. 45239):

Jesus Messiah
CCLI Song # 5183443
Chris Tomlin | Daniel Carson | Ed Cash | Jesse Reeves
© 2008 sixsteps Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)
Vamos Publishing (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)
worshiptogether.com songs (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)
Wondrously Made Songs (Admin. by Music Services, Inc.)

Surrounded - 2 Kings 6:8-17; Hebrews 12:1-3 (October 9, 2022)

The world around us wants to offer us a thousand cures for our spiritual anxiety. But it does not go away. We need grace; we need to be rooted in grace. Join us this week as we ask, "What is grace?" 
 
Visit us online: 
https://www.standrewsislington.org/ 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w 
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/ 
Email us at: office@standrewsislington.org 
 
Some of the instrumental music used in the video is being used royalty-free, with the permission of bensound.com. Thank you! 
 
Worship songs used in this video (CCLI License No. 4523

The world around us wants to offer us a thousand cures for our spiritual anxiety. But it does not go away. We need grace; we need to be rooted in grace. Join us this week as we ask, "What is grace?"

Visit us online:
https://www.standrewsislington.org/ 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w 
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/ 
Email us at: office@standrewsislington.org 

Some of the instrumental music used in the video is being used royalty-free, with the permission of bensound.com. Thank you!

Worship songs used in this video (CCLI License No. 4523

Grace-Exodus 34:5-6; July 17,2022

Jeremiah’s invitation is to see the world in a different way. It is an invitation that offers rest for our souls and reveals the world to be much more wondrous than we had thought or feared. It is a world permeated by God’s grace and filled with his presence, from the brightest to the darkest places - a world where everything is being reconciled and made new in Jesus. Thus says the Lord: “stand by the roads, and look, and ask for the ancient paths, where the good way is; and walk in it. And find rest for your soul." 
 
Visit us online: 
https://www.standrewsislington.org/ 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w 
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/ 
Email us at: office@standrewsislington.org 
 
Some of the instrumental music used in the video is being used, royalty-free, with the permission of bensound.com. Thank you! 
 
Worship songs used in this video (CCLI License No. 4523

Jeremiah’s invitation is to see the world in a different way. It is an invitation that offers rest for our souls and reveals the world to be much more wondrous than we had thought or feared. It is a world permeated by God’s grace and filled with his presence, from the brightest to the darkest places - a world where everything is being reconciled and made new in Jesus. Thus says the Lord: “stand by the roads, and look, and ask for the ancient paths, where the good way is; and walk in it.  And find rest for your soul."

Visit us online:
https://www.standrewsislington.org/ 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w 
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/ 
Email us at: office@standrewsislington.org 

Some of the instrumental music used in the video is being used, royalty-free, with the permission of bensound.com. Thank you!

Worship songs used in this video (CCLI License No. 4523

Discovering Our Disenchantment-Jeremiah 6:16-17; July 10, 2022

“Through [God’s glory and goodness] he has given us his very great and precious promises” (2 Peter 1:4). And, “no matter how many promises God has made, they are “Yes” in Christ” (2 Corinthians 1:20). This week's video is another celebration of God’s faithfulness in and to St Andrew’s over 100 years of ministry. Here, former pastor, Rev. George Anderson, helps us see how these Biblical promises of God are “Yes and Amen” for us today. 
 
Visit us online: 
https://www.standrewsislington.org/ 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w 
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/ 
Email us at: office@standrewsislington.org 
 
Worship songs used in this video (CCLI License No. 45239): 
 
God is for us 
CCLI Song # 7121853 
James Ferguson | James Tealy | Jesse Reeves | Jonny Robinson | Michael Farren | Rich Thompson | Tiarne Tranter 
© 2018 CityAlight Music (Admin. by Integrity Music) 
Farren Love And War Publishing (Admin. by Integrity Music) 
Integrity's Alleluia! Music (Admin. by Integrity Music) 
BEC Worship (Admin. by Music Services, Inc.) 
My Eleiht Songs (Admin. by Music Services, Inc.) 
WriterWrong Music (Admin. by Music Services, Inc.) 
 
Cornerstone 
CCLI Song # 6158927 
Edward Mote | Eric Liljero | Jonas Myrin | Reuben Morgan | William Batchelder Bradbury 
© 2011 Hillsong MP Songs (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) 
Hillsong Music Publishing Australia (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) 
Hillsong Music Publishing UK (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) 
 
Great is Thy faithfulness 
Performed by Shane and Shane 
Public Domain 
 
Every Promise 
CCLI Song # 4642105 
Keith Getty | Stuart Townend 
© 2005 Thankyou Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) 
 
How firm a foundation 
Performed by Fernando Ortega 
Public Domain

“Through [God’s glory and goodness] he has given us his very great and precious promises” (2 Peter 1:4). And, “no matter how many promises God has made, they are “Yes” in Christ” (2 Corinthians 1:20). This week's video is another celebration of God’s faithfulness in and to St Andrew’s over 100 years of ministry. Here, former pastor, Rev. George Anderson, helps us see how these Biblical promises of God are “Yes and Amen” for us today.

Visit us online:
https://www.standrewsislington.org/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/
Email us at: office@standrewsislington.org

Worship songs used in this video (CCLI License No. 45239):

God is for us
CCLI Song # 7121853
James Ferguson | James Tealy | Jesse Reeves | Jonny Robinson | Michael Farren | Rich Thompson | Tiarne Tranter
© 2018 CityAlight Music (Admin. by Integrity Music)
Farren Love And War Publishing (Admin. by Integrity Music)
Integrity's Alleluia! Music (Admin. by Int

He Is Able - Matthew 11:27-30, 2 Peter 1:1-4, May 1, 2022 (Rev. George Anderson)

Jesus, of course, wants us to tell the truth, to be honest with one another in our words and dealings. That’s pretty much Sunday School 101! But much more than simply telling the truth, Jesus wants the TELLING TRUTH of our lives to be an integrity that flows from the deep reality of God’s life in us. 
 
Some talking points from this week's video: 
- Have you ever been caught, or caught someone else, in a deliberate lie? What impact did that have on your relationship? 
- Think back to some of the last really important conversations you've had. How do you think you did in terms of simply saying "Yes" or "No"? How could you do better next time? 
- Is there an area of your life where you're not living with complete integrity? Take some time now and tell Jesus all about it. 
 
Visit us online: 
https://www.standrewsislington.org/ 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w 
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/ 
Email us at: office@standrewsislington.org 
 
Worship songs used in this video (CCLI License No. 45239): 
 
This is Amazing Grace 
CCLI Song # 6333821 
Jeremy Riddle | Josh Farro | Phil Wickham 
© 2012 Phil Wickham Music (Admin. by BMG Rights Management [c/o Music Services, Inc.]) 
Seems Like Music (Admin. by BMG Rights Management [c/o Music Services, Inc.]) 
Sing My Songs (Admin. by BMG Rights Management [c/o Music Services, Inc.]) 
Bethel Music Publishing 
WC Music Corp. 
 
King of Heaven 
CCLI Song # 5997804 
Jason Ingram | Paul Baloche 
© 2010 Spirit Nashville Three (Admin. by Crescendo Royalty Funding LP) 
So Essential Tunes (Admin. by Essential Music Publishing LLC) 
Spirit Nashville Three (Admin. by Essential Music Publishing LLC) 
Integrity Worship Music (Admin. by Integrity Music) 
Leadworship Songs (Admin. by Integrity Music) 
 
Shepherd 
CCLI Song # 7073334 
Jonny Robinson | Michael Farren | Nathan Singh | Rich Thompson 
© 2016 CityAlight Music (Admin. by Integrity Music) 
Farren Love And War Publishing (Admin. by Integrity Music) 
Integrity's Alleluia! Music (Admin. by Integrity Music) 
 
Brother, sister, let me serve you 
CCLI Song # 72673 
Richard Gillard 
© Words: 1977 Universal Music - Brentwood Benson Publishing (Admin. by Brentwood-Benson Music Publishing, Inc.) 
Music: 1977 Universal Music - Brentwood Benson Publishing (Admin. by Brentwood-Benson Music Publishing, Inc.)

Jesus, of course, wants us to tell the truth, to be honest with one another in our words and dealings. That’s pretty much Sunday School 101! But much more than simply telling the truth, Jesus wants the TELLING TRUTH of our lives to be an integrity that flows from the deep reality of God’s life in us.

Some talking points from this week's video:
- Have you ever been caught, or caught someone else, in a deliberate lie? What impact did that have on your relationship?
- Think back to some of the last really important conversations you've had. How do you think you did in terms of simply saying "Yes" or "No"?  How could you do better next time?
- Is there an area of your life where you're not living with complete integrity? Take some time now and tell Jesus all about it.

Visit us online:
https://www.standrewsislington.org/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/
Email us at: office@standrewsislington.org

Worship songs used i

Telling Truths - Matthew 5:33-37, 23:16-22, April 10, 2022 (Sermon on the Mount, Part IX)

In the first Exodus, Moses led the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt and home to the promised land. In the new Exodus Jesus leads all God’s people out of the the slavery of sin and death, through his own suffering death, and resurrection to the new heaven and the new earth. This is the glimpse of glory on the mountain top that the disciples are given. In the meantime as the church, during these confusing times we continue to be faithful to "listening to God’s voice” and following where Christ leads. It is still this glimpse of glory that brings us hope and purpose. 
 
Some discussion points from the video: 
- "Time and place are important to us." Tell of a particular time and place that is significant to you and your faith. 
- The coming of Jesus signified a new "exodus" (i.e. referring to the freeing of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt). What might the coming of Jesus signify in your life? 
- "Glory not only shines, but glory also bleeds." What does this mean to you? 
 
Visit us online: 
https://www.standrewsislington.org/ 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w 
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/ 
Email us at: office@standrewsislington.org 
 
Worship songs used in this video (CCLI License No. 45239): 
 
"God of grace and God of glory" 
Harry Emerson Fosdick, John Hughes 
Public Domain 
 
"Open the eyes of my heart" 
CCLI Song # 2298355 
Paul Baloche 
© 1997 Integrity's Hosanna! Music (Admin. by Integrity Music) 
 
"10,000 Reasons" 
CCLI Song # 6016351 
Jonas Myrin | Matt Redman 
© 2011 Atlas Mountain Songs (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) 
sixsteps Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) 
Thankyou Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) 
worshiptogether.com songs (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) 
 
"Hope of the nations" 
CCLI Song # 3540703 
Brian Doerksen 
© 2002 Integrity's Hosanna! Music (Admin. by Integrity Music)

In the first Exodus, Moses led the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt and home to the promised land. In the new Exodus Jesus leads all God’s people out of the the slavery of sin and death, through his own suffering death, and resurrection to the new heaven and the new earth. This is the glimpse of glory on the mountain top that the disciples are given. In the meantime as the church, during these confusing times we continue to be faithful to "listening to God’s voice” and following where Christ leads. It is still this glimpse of glory that brings us hope and purpose.

Some discussion points from the video:
-  "Time and place are important to us." Tell of a particular time and place that is significant to you and your faith.
- The coming of Jesus signified a new "exodus" (i.e. referring to the freeing of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt). What might the coming of Jesus signify in your life?
- "Glory not only shines, but glory also bleeds." What does this mean to you?

Visit us online

Glimpses of Glory - Exodus 34:29-35; Luke 9:28-36, March 6, 2022

This our St Andrew's Online worship video for this week. As we continue through Isaiah 40, we will read verses 12-26 and hear many elegant words that expand upon the description of a mighty, majestic, powerful God that we began to hear last week. God is IMMEASURABLE, INCOMPARABLE, almost INDESCRIBABLE! Thanks for watching. I hope that are drawn in to worship our majestic and glorious God! 
 
Some talking points for this week's video: 
 
• If you were asked to describe God, what words would you use? 
• Where have you seen/experienced God's power in your life? 
• Have you ever been overcome by God's glory to the point that you just had to sing? 
 
Visit us online: 
https://www.standrewsislington.org/ 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w 
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/ 
Email us at: office@standrewsislington.org

This our St Andrew's Online worship video for this week. As we continue through Isaiah 40, we will read verses 12-26 and hear many elegant words that expand upon the description of a mighty, majestic, powerful God that we began to hear last week. God is IMMEASURABLE, INCOMPARABLE, almost INDESCRIBABLE! Thanks for watching. I hope that are drawn in to worship our majestic and glorious God!

Some talking points for this week's video:

• If you were asked to describe God, what words would you use?
• Where have you seen/experienced God's power in your life?
• Have you ever been overcome by God's glory to the point that you just had to sing?

Visit us online:
https://www.standrewsislington.org/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/
Email us at: office@standrewsislington.org

ENTHRONED - Isaiah 40:12-26 (Sept 19/21)

Over the past two weeks I (Pastor Sean) have been going back in to work in my office at the church. And--even better!--we'll be starting regular in-person worship services next week for the first time in 18 months. It almost feels like it did when I would be heading back to school every September -- getting back at it, a fresh start. 
 
Of course, students will indeed be heading back to school soon, but what about you? Have things been starting up for you as well? Even though I'm sure there's much joy about things beginning to get back to some semblance of normalcy, which is great, I'm sure there are some challenges as well. I dig into these ideas in a letter I sent in the weekly email this week, so please do take a moment to read that when you have a moment. 
 
Since I'm sure there will be a few things we're returning to this month, I thought we'd take some time to explore Isaiah chapter 40 in a bit of detail. While our own struggles might not be the match of what had happened in those days (invasion, defeat, destruction, exile), I think we might still find some comfort as we see how God was at work in those difficult times. 
 
Please note: Online services will be continuing as we return to in-person worship this month and going forward. But if you're in the GTA and would like to come in-person, you can register by emailing us at office@standrewsislington.org. 
 
Some talking points for this week's video: 
 
• Are you excited about or struggling with returning to work/school/church? Why? 
• Where do you want/need to see God's "glory" today? 
• Where is God calling you to "go" for Him? 
 
Visit us online at: 
https://www.standrewsislington.org/ 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w 
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/ 
office@standrewsislington.org 
 
A shorter, "express" version of this video is available at https://youtu.be/UkQKHcY8ObE 
 
Some of the instrumental music used in this video was provided royalty free by bensound.com.

Over the past two weeks I (Pastor Sean) have been going back in to work in my office at the church. And--even better!--we'll be starting regular in-person worship services next week for the first time in 18 months. It almost feels like it did when I would be heading back to school every September -- getting back at it, a fresh start.

Of course, students will indeed be heading back to school soon, but what about you? Have things been starting up for you as well? Even though I'm sure there's much joy about things beginning to get back to some semblance of normalcy, which is great, I'm sure there are some challenges as well. I dig into these ideas in a letter I sent in the weekly email this week, so please do take a moment to read that when you have a moment.

Since I'm sure there will be a few things we're returning to this month, I thought we'd take some time to explore Isaiah chapter 40 in a bit of detail. While our own struggles might not be the match of what had happened in those da

COMFORT - Isaiah 40:1-5 (FULL service, Sept 5/21)

Wait, aren't these videos supposed to be about Easter and the resurrection? How did we get to sex? It's simple, really. When we talk about resurrection, we're talking about the body and everything associated with it. 
 
But are Christians really uptight about sex? That's what a lot of people think, and it may even be true for some, but it's not borne out by what we read in the Bible. This video is a celebration of the goodness of the body (not the bawdy!). 
 
Thanks for watching! Visit us online at 
https://www.standrewsislington.org/ 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w 
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/ 
office@standrewsislington.org 
 
A shorter, "express" version of this video is available at https://youtu.be/hSIZtqVsqhs 
 
Note: Some of the instrumental music used in this video has been provided royalty free by bensound.com.

Wait, aren't these videos supposed to be about Easter and the resurrection? How did we get to sex? It's simple, really. When we talk about resurrection, we're talking about the body and everything associated with it.

But are Christians really uptight about sex? That's what a lot of people think, and it may even be true for some, but it's not borne out by what we read in the Bible. This video is a celebration of the goodness of the body (not the bawdy!). 

Thanks for watching! Visit us online at
https://www.standrewsislington.org/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/
office@standrewsislington.org

A shorter, "express" version of this video is available at https://youtu.be/hSIZtqVsqhs

Note: Some of the instrumental music used in this video has been provided royalty free by bensound.com.

Why are Christians Uptight About Sex? (FULL Service, May 9) - 1 Corinthians 6:12-20

Rise and Shine, Part 2: The Justification of Faith 
 
With the murder conviction of Derek Chauvin this week in the killing of George Floyd, many people are thinking about justice and justification right now. Some believe justice has been done; others, that Chauvin was justified in his use of force. This video doesn't speak into those particular events. We are neither informed nor wise enough to do so. Our hope and prayer, though, is that these kinds of happenings and issues will soon become a thing of the past. What we do say is that is that the justice and justification we receive through Jesus is far above anything we could hope to find in a courthouse. This video explores the nature of justification and continues to consider what it means to be resurrection people. 
 
Thanks for watching! Visit us online at 
https://www.standrewsislington.org/ 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w 
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/ 
office@standrewsislington.org 
 
A shorter, "express" version of this video is available at https://youtu.be/VPCvZGOUwk8 
 
Note: Some of the instrumental music used in this video has been provided royalty free by bensound.com. Prayer based on a prayer by George MacLeod, Iona prayer, published by Wild Goose Publications.

Rise and Shine, Part 2: The Justification of Faith

With the murder conviction of Derek Chauvin this week in the killing of George Floyd, many people are thinking about justice and justification right now. Some believe justice has been done; others, that Chauvin was justified in his use of force. This video doesn't speak into those particular events. We are neither informed nor wise enough to do so. Our hope and prayer, though, is that these kinds of happenings and issues will soon become a thing of the past. What we do say is that is that the justice and justification we receive through Jesus is far above anything we could hope to find in a courthouse. This video explores the nature of justification and continues to consider what it means to be resurrection people.

Thanks for watching! Visit us online at
https://www.standrewsislington.org/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/
office@standrewsislington.org

A shorter

The Justification of Faith (FULL Service, April 25) - Romans 3:21-24, 4:18-5:2

Are you a follower of Jesus? 
Reflect on the following statements: 
"We cannot bear witness to the light of Christ if we don't know, if we don't live in, and if we don't minister out of that light ourselves." 
"Jesus needs disciples who love the Lord our God with all of our heart, head, and hands." 
What do these statements say to you? 
https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=lk20.45-47&version=NIV 
 
Thanks for watching! Visit us online at 
https://www.standrewsislington.org/ 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w 
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/ 
office@standrewsislington.org

Are you a follower of Jesus?
Reflect on the following statements:
"We cannot bear witness to the light of Christ if we don't know, if we don't live in, and if we don't minister out of that light ourselves."
"Jesus needs disciples who love the Lord our God with all of our heart, head, and hands."
What do these statements say to you?
https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=lk20.45-47&version=NIV

Thanks for watching! Visit us online at
https://www.standrewsislington.org/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/
office@standrewsislington.org

Stop Gowning Around (Luke 20:45-47) - Holy Week 2021 - Wednesday

There is no such thing as an insignificant act of love or act of faith. And there is no such thing as an insignificant YOU! This video explores the amazing and world changing impact of one man's action. 
 
Thanks for watching! Visit us online at 
https://www.standrewsislington.org/ 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w 
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/. 
NOTE: A shorter "express" version of this service is available at https://youtu.be/7BjDSvHoJws 
 
Some of the instrumental music in this video is provided royalty-free by bensound.com.

There is no such thing as an insignificant act of love or act of faith. And there is no such thing as an insignificant YOU! This video explores the amazing and world changing impact of one man's action.

Thanks for watching! Visit us online at
https://www.standrewsislington.org/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/.
NOTE: A shorter "express" version of this service is available at https://youtu.be/7BjDSvHoJws

Some of the instrumental music in this video is provided royalty-free by bensound.com.

NOT Insignificant (FULL Service, Feb 28) - Acts 9:10-19

In this week's online service, we continue the story of Stephen and the dramatic conclusion of his speech (and his life!). As much as we recognize that Stephen speaks courageously and uncompromisingly, are we supposed to model ourselves after his strong, even harsh, words of condemnation? As we face potentially divisive issues in our lives and in our culture today, how will we show ourselves to be followers of Jesus, who tells us to love even our enemies? Thanks for tuning in this week as we deal with this timely topic. 
 
Thanks for watching! Visit us online at 
https://www.standrewsislington.org/ 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w 
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/. 
NOTE: A shorter "express" version of this service is available at https://youtu.be/CYrP1EhDbZY 
 
Some of the instrumental music in this video is provided royalty-free by bensound.com.

In this week's online service, we continue the story of Stephen and the dramatic conclusion of his speech (and his life!). As much as we recognize that Stephen speaks courageously and uncompromisingly, are we supposed to model ourselves after his strong, even harsh, words of condemnation? As we face potentially divisive issues in our lives and in our culture today, how will we show ourselves to be followers of Jesus, who tells us to love even our enemies? Thanks for tuning in this week as we deal with this timely topic.

Thanks for watching! Visit us online at
https://www.standrewsislington.org/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/.
NOTE: A shorter "express" version of this service is available at https://youtu.be/CYrP1EhDbZY

Some of the instrumental music in this video is provided royalty-free by bensound.com.

NOT Afraid (Full Service, Jan 24) - Acts 7:51-60

Getting worried about rising numbers of Covid cases, political unrest, the environment, or something else? The good news is that God is present and active in these very challenging circumstances, and in all things. "Heaven is my throne and earth is my footstool, says the Lord. Has not my hand made all these things?" (Isaiah 61:1-2; Acts 7:48-50) This video explores the life-changing good news that God is NOT confined! 
 
Thanks for watching! Visit us online at 
https://www.standrewsislington.org/ 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w 
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/. 
NOTE: A longer "full" version of this service is available at https://youtu.be/2He40vWA55M. 
 
Some of the instrumental music in this video is provided royalty-free by bensound.com.

Getting worried about rising numbers of Covid cases, political unrest, the environment, or something else? The good news is that God is present and active in these very challenging circumstances, and in all things. "Heaven is my throne and earth is my footstool, says the Lord. Has not my hand made all these things?" (Isaiah 61:1-2; Acts 7:48-50) This video explores the life-changing good news that God is NOT confined!

Thanks for watching! Visit us online at
https://www.standrewsislington.org/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/.
NOTE: A longer "full" version of this service is available at https://youtu.be/2He40vWA55M.

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NOT Confined (Express Service, Jan 17) - Acts 6:8-7:50

Getting worried about rising numbers of Covid cases, political unrest, the environment, or something else? The good news is that God is present and active in these very challenging circumstances, and in all things. "Heaven is my throne and earth is my footstool, says the Lord. Has not my hand made all these things?" (Isaiah 61:1-2; Acts 7:48-50) This video explores the life-changing good news that God is NOT confined! 
 
Thanks for watching! Visit us online at 
https://www.standrewsislington.org/ 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w 
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/. 
NOTE: A shorter "express" version of this service is available at https://youtu.be/XQ2LoXAw0aA 
 
Some of the instrumental music in this video is provided royalty-free by bensound.com.

Getting worried about rising numbers of Covid cases, political unrest, the environment, or something else? The good news is that God is present and active in these very challenging circumstances, and in all things. "Heaven is my throne and earth is my footstool, says the Lord. Has not my hand made all these things?" (Isaiah 61:1-2; Acts 7:48-50) This video explores the life-changing good news that God is NOT confined!

Thanks for watching! Visit us online at
https://www.standrewsislington.org/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/.
NOTE: A shorter "express" version of this service is available at https://youtu.be/XQ2LoXAw0aA

Some of the instrumental music in this video is provided royalty-free by bensound.com.

NOT Confined (Full Service, Jan 17) - Acts 6:8-7:50

"A shoot will come up from the stump of Jesse..." (Isaiah 11.1) 
 
Are you struggling this Christmas? If you aren't, I think you must be in the minority this year. Christmas is a difficult season for many people in normal times. Add the many stresses of 2020, and it just becomes all the more difficult. 
 
One of the beauties of the season of Advent is that it acknowledges the darkness of our very real and difficult circumstances. We focus on hope, peace, joy, and love not because everything is wonderful, but because there is so much that isn't. Advent arises out of struggle. 
 
This video is especially for those who are struggling. And even if you're not, it may help you empathize with and possibly reach out to others who are. Advent greetings to one and all! 
 
Thanks for watching! Visit us online at 
https://www.standrewsislington.org/ 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w 
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/. 
NOTE: A shorter "express" version of this service is available at https://youtu.be/INKjW8-GrWk. 
 
Some of the instrumental music in this video is provided royalty-free by bensound.com.

"A shoot will come up from the stump of Jesse..." (Isaiah 11.1)

Are you struggling this Christmas? If you aren't, I think you must be in the minority this year. Christmas is a difficult season for many people in normal times. Add the many stresses of 2020, and it just becomes all the more difficult.

One of the beauties of the season of Advent is that it acknowledges the darkness of our very real and difficult circumstances. We focus on hope, peace, joy, and love not because everything is wonderful, but because there is so much that isn't. Advent arises out of struggle.

This video is especially for those who are struggling. And even if you're not, it may help you empathize with and possibly reach out to others who are. Advent greetings to one and all!

Thanks for watching! Visit us online at
https://www.standrewsislington.org/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/.
NOTE: A shorter "express" version of this service is

Advent III: KNOW JOY (full service, Dec 13/20) - Isaiah 10:33-11:3

Some questions to ponder (please leave a comment): 
- How would you define "peace"? 
- What do you do when you want to experience peace? 
- Jesus is the "Prince of Peace" (Isaiah 9:6). What does this statement mean to you? 
 
"For to us a child is born..." (Isaiah 9:6) 
This Sunday, December 6, is the second week of Advent, the Sunday we light the candle of PEACE. The world has many definitions and understandings of "peace." Some think they'll find peace through prosperity, others look for it through positivity, and still others try to follow a path of spirituality. But what is peace, and where can we find it? We explore these questions in this video through one of the most beloved Advent passages of scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7. Thanks for tuning in! 
 
Thanks for watching! Visit us online at 
https://www.standrewsislington.org/ 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w 
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/. 
NOTE: A longer "full" version of this service is available at https://youtu.be/-0_iElyHSd8. 
 
Some of the instrumental music in this video is provided royalty-free by bensound.com.

Some questions to ponder (please leave a comment):
- How would you define "peace"?
- What do you do when you want to experience peace?
- Jesus is the "Prince of Peace" (Isaiah 9:6). What does this statement mean to you?

"For to us a child is born..." (Isaiah 9:6)
This Sunday, December 6, is the second week of Advent, the Sunday we light the candle of PEACE. The world has many definitions and understandings of "peace." Some think they'll find peace through prosperity, others look for it through positivity, and still others try to follow a path of spirituality. But what is peace, and where can we find it? We explore these questions in this video through one of the most beloved Advent passages of scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7. Thanks for tuning in!

Thanks for watching! Visit us online at
https://www.standrewsislington.org/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/.
NOTE: A longer "full" version of this service is available at htt

[No] KNOW Peace (EXPRESS service) - Isaiah 8:19-9:7

Some questions to ponder (please leave a comment): 
- How would you define "peace"? 
- What do you do when you want to experience peace? 
- Jesus is the "Prince of Peace" (Isaiah 9:6). What does this statement mean to you? 
 
Advent II - December 6, 2020 - "For to us a child is born..." (Isaiah 9:6) 
Today is the second Sunday of Advent, when we light the candle of PEACE. The world has many definitions and understandings of "peace." Some think they'll find peace through prosperity, others look for it through positivity, and still others try to follow a path of spirituality. But what is peace, and where can we find it? We explore these questions in this video through one of the most beloved Advent passages of scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7. 
 
Thanks for watching! Visit us online at 
https://www.standrewsislington.org/ 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w 
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/. 
NOTE: A shorter "express" version of this service is available at https://youtu.be/aQ3H248MJAU. 
 
Some of the instrumental music in this video is provided royalty-free by bensound.com.

Some questions to ponder (please leave a comment):
- How would you define "peace"?
- What do you do when you want to experience peace?
- Jesus is the "Prince of Peace" (Isaiah 9:6). What does this statement mean to you?

Advent II - December 6, 2020 - "For to us a child is born..." (Isaiah 9:6)
Today is the second Sunday of Advent, when we light the candle of PEACE. The world has many definitions and understandings of "peace." Some think they'll find peace through prosperity, others look for it through positivity, and still others try to follow a path of spirituality. But what is peace, and where can we find it? We explore these questions in this video through one of the most beloved Advent passages of scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7.

Thanks for watching! Visit us online at
https://www.standrewsislington.org/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/.
NOTE: A shorter "express" version of this service is available at https://youtu

[No] KNOW Peace (FULL service) - Isaiah 8:19-9:7

Hope amid darkness 
Matthew 2.13-23 
November 29, 2020 
 
November 29 is the first Sunday of Advent. In this video, our ministry intern, Brian Jung, shares an Advent message of HOPE. The Bible passage he looks at is one that many of us would wish wasn't in the Bible at all. In the midst of such dark and difficult circumstances, is there any light to be seen? How can there be any hope in THIS? And yet there is. God specializes in bringing light into the darkness. As Brian will help us understand more fully, we can put our HOPE in Him. 
 
Some questions to consider: 
- Would you say that your life is characterized by hope? 
- What makes your hope into reality? 
 
Thanks for watching! Visit us online at 
https://www.standrewsislington.org/ 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w 
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/. 
NOTE: A longer "full" version of this service is available at https://youtu.be/sUSA37inIrc.

Hope amid darkness
Matthew 2.13-23
November 29, 2020

November 29 is the first Sunday of Advent. In this video, our ministry intern, Brian Jung, shares an Advent message of HOPE. The Bible passage he looks at is one that many of us would wish wasn't in the Bible at all. In the midst of such dark and difficult circumstances, is there any light to be seen? How can there be any hope in THIS? And yet there is. God specializes in bringing light into the darkness. As Brian will help us understand more fully, we can put our HOPE in Him.

Some questions to consider:
- Would you say that your life is characterized by hope? 
- What makes your hope into reality?

Thanks for watching! Visit us online at
https://www.standrewsislington.org/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/.
NOTE: A longer "full" version of this service is available at https://youtu.be/sUSA37inIrc.

Hope amid darkness (express service) - Matthew 2:13-23

Hope amid darkness 
Matthew 2.13-23 
November 29, 2020 
 
November 29 is the first Sunday of Advent. In this video, our ministry intern, Brian Jung, shares an Advent message of HOPE. The Bible passage he looks at is one that many of us would wish wasn't in the Bible at all. In the midst of such dark and difficult circumstances, is there any light to be seen? How can there be any hope in THIS? And yet there is. God specializes in bringing light into the darkness. As Brian will help us understand more fully, we can put our HOPE in Him. 
 
Some questions to consider: 
- Would you say that your life is characterized by hope? 
- What makes your hope into reality? 
 
Thanks for watching! Visit us online at 
https://www.standrewsislington.org/ 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w 
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/. 
NOTE: A shorter "express" version of this service is available at https://youtu.be/TUpya6TuP2c.

Hope amid darkness
Matthew 2.13-23
November 29, 2020

November 29 is the first Sunday of Advent. In this video, our ministry intern, Brian Jung, shares an Advent message of HOPE. The Bible passage he looks at is one that many of us would wish wasn't in the Bible at all. In the midst of such dark and difficult circumstances, is there any light to be seen? How can there be any hope in THIS? And yet there is. God specializes in bringing light into the darkness. As Brian will help us understand more fully, we can put our HOPE in Him.

Some questions to consider:
- Would you say that your life is characterized by hope? 
- What makes your hope into reality?

Thanks for watching! Visit us online at
https://www.standrewsislington.org/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUeE-v3ndoMhC-QsugnD26w
https://www.facebook.com/standrewsislington.org/.
NOTE: A shorter "express" version of this service is available at https://youtu.be/TUpya6TuP2c.

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