audio by year '2008'

We know that God is working in the world, but it is sometimes hard to discern his work. As we think over the last year, what were the stories that are going to make a difference in the mission of the church for years to come? Ted Olsen managing editor, news and online journalism, for Christianity Today, talks about that in this audio. Ted is the religion journalist's journalist, and he is regularly asked to comment on evangelicalism by papers and magazines across the nation.

Isaiah 62:1-5; Psalm 96; ! Corinthians 12:1-11; John 2:1-11

The Second Sunday after Epiphany

January 20, 2008

10:45am Service

2 Chronicles 29:1-11, 25-31, 35b-36; Psalm 27:1, 4-9; 1 Corinthians 1:10-18; Matthew 26:6-13

The Third Sunday of Epiphany

January 27, 2008

9:00am Service

 The war between science and Christianity has been raging for hundreds of years. Today the battles center on Intelligent Design, 7-day creation, and evolution. But many Christians believe that the relationship between Christianity and science should be more like a dance, with each helping us understand God’s Universe. Dr. Peter Walhout is one of those Christians, and he helps us better understand these themes. Dr. Walhout is associate professor of chemistry at Wheaton College.

The war between science and Christianity has been raging for hundreds of years. Today the battles center on Intelligent Design, 7-day creation, and evolution. But many Christians believe that the relationship between Christianity and science should be more like a dance, with each helping us understand God’s Universe. Dr. Peter Walhout is one of those Christians, and he helps us better understand these themes. Dr. Walhout is associate professor of chemistry at Wheaton College.

We are rapidly entering a brave new world of medical technology. Researches are experimenting on the human body at smaller and smaller levels, from stem cell therapies to nanotechnology. Every new experiment has moral implications. But how far should we go to improve human health? Is it ever acceptable to destroy an embryo, or manipulate genes, to improve human health? Dr. David Cook, Holmes chair of philosophy at Wheaton College and a leading bio-medical expert, will help us think through these complex issues.

Exodus 24:12-18; Psalm 2; 2 Peter 1:16-21; Matthew 17:1-9

The Last Sunday of Epiphany

February 3, 2008

9:00am Service

We’re told not to yield to it, and to pray that we might be delivered from it. But what does this mean in day to day life? In this class, Dr. Jay Wood, professor of philosophy at Wheaton College, will look at the nature of temptation, the forms temptation assumes, and strategies for how to handle temptation.

 We’re told not to yield to it, and to pray that we might be delivered from it. But what does this mean in day to day life? In this class, Dr. Jay Wood, professor of philosophy at Wheaton College, will look at the nature of temptation, the forms temptation assumes, and strategies for how to handle temptation.

Hear Ray Kane, a therapist for 17 years and co-author with his wife of From Fear to Love: Overcoming the Barriers to Healthy Relationships, speak on anger and its connection to fear, and how we can better respond to our own anger and that of others.

"Blessed Are the Poor in Spirit" is the topic of this Christian Life Training class taught by Nancy Kane of Moody Bible Institute. She helps us unravel this mysterious yet powerful saying of our Lord.

"Blessed Are the Poor in Spirit" is the topic of this Christian Life Training class taught by Nancy Kane of Moody Bible Institute. She helps us unravel this mysterious yet powerful saying of our Lord.

Joel 2:12, 12-17; Psalm 103:8-14; 2 Corinthians 5:20-6:10; Luke 14:25-33

Ash Wednesday

February 21, 2008

Evening Service

Genesis 2:4-9, 15-17, 25-3:7; Psalm 51; Romans 5:12-19; Matthew 4:1-11

First Sunday of Lent

February 10, 2008

9:ooam Service

Genesis 12:1-4; Psalm 121; Romans 5:12-19; Matthew 4:1-11

Second Sunday in Lent

February 17, 2008

10:45am Service

Exodus 17:1-7; Psalm 95; Romans 5:1-11; Mark 8:34-38

Third Sunday in Lent

February 24, 2008

10:45am Service

Isaiah 52:1-2, 7-10; Psalm 27:1-6; Revelation 21:1-7; Mark 8:34-38

Fourth Sunday in Lent

MArch 2, 2008

10:45am Service

Ezekial 37:1-14; Psalm 130; Romans 6:16-23; Mark 8:34-38

Fifth Sunday in Lent

March 9, 2008

9:00am Service

The Book of Ezekiel was written for the Israelites living in exile in Babylon, when the fithful were asking what it meant to live faithfully in a society that was so hostile to their faith. Sound familiar? Ezekiel, however, is one of those books whose cadences are so very unfamiliar. Dan Block, professor of Old Testament at Wheaton College, will help us unravel the mystery of this prophetic book. Dr. Block is the author of the widely acclaimed New International Commentary on the Old Testament: The Book of Ezekiel.

Acts 10:34-43; Psalm 118:14-17, 21-24; Colossians 3:1-4; John 20:1-18

Easter Day

March 23, 2008

10:45am Service

Acts 2:14, 22-32; Psalm 118:19-24; 1 Peter 1:3-9; John 20:19-31

2nd Sunday of Easter

March 30th, 2008

10:45am Service

Micah 6:6-8; Psalm 116; Acts 2:14, 36-47; Luke 18:9-14

Third Sunday of Easter

April 6, 2008

10:45am Service

Acts 2:42-47; Psalm 23; Revelation 21:1-7; Luke 24:13-35

Fourth Sunday of Easter

April 13, 2008

10:45am Service

The Book of Ezekiel was written for the Israelites living in exile in Babylon, when the fithful were asking what it meant to live faithfully in a society that was so hostile to their faith. Sound familiar? Ezekiel, however, is one of those books whose cadences are so very unfamiliar. Dan Block, professor of Old Testament at Wheaton College, will help us unravel the mystery of this prophetic book. Dr. Block is the author of the widely acclaimed New International Commentary on the Old Testament: The Book of Ezekiel.

The Book of Ezekiel was written for the Israelites living in exile in Babylon, when the fithful were asking what it meant to live faithfully in a society that was so hostile to their faith. Sound familiar? Ezekiel, however, is one of those books whose cadences are so very unfamiliar. Dan Block, professor of Old Testament at Wheaton College, will help us unravel the mystery of this prophetic book. Dr. Block is the author of the widely acclaimed New International Commentary on the Old Testament: The Book of Ezekiel.

Acts 7:55-60; Psalm 31:1-5, 15-16; 1 Peter 2:2-10; John 14:1-14

Fifth Sunday of Easter

April 20, 2008

10:45am Service

The Book of Ezekiel was written for the Israelites living in exile in Babylon, when the fithful were asking what it meant to live faithfully in a society that was so hostile to their faith. Sound familiar? Ezekiel, however, is one of those books whose cadences are so very unfamiliar. Dan Block, professor of Old Testament at Wheaton College, will help us unravel the mystery of this prophetic book. Dr. Block is the author of the widely acclaimed New International Commentary on the Old Testament: The Book of Ezekiel.

Acts 17:22-31; Psalm 66:7-18; 1 Peter 3:13-22; John 14:15-21

Sixth Sunday of Easter

April 27, 2008

9:00am Service

Acts 1:1-11; Psalm 47; Ephesians 1:15-23; Luke 24:44-53

Seventh Sunday of Easter: The Sunday after the Ascension

May 4, 2008

10:45am Service

Acts 2:1-11; Psalm 104; 1 Corinthians 12:4-13; John 20:19-23

The Day of Pentecost

May 11, 2008

9:00am Service

Dr. Steve Walton, Senior Lecturer in Greek & New Testament Studies at London School of Theology teaches on Acts. He will be sharing from what he has learned while working on the Word Biblical Commentary on Acts. Steve’s passion is to help others engage with the NT for themselves and has co-authored a Gospels and Acts textbook, Exploring the New Testament, Vol. 1, as well as writing a scholarly study of Acts and 1 Thessalonians, Leadership and Lifestyle, and a book on vocation for all Christians, A Call to Live.

You are attracted to liturgy but don’t quite know why. Or, after years of liturgical worship, you find yourself in a slough of despondency. Whatever your current liturgical experience, you’ll likely benefit from this class by Mark Galli, senior managing editor of Christianity Today and Rez member. It is based on his just published book, Beyond Bells & Smells: The Wonder and Power of Christian Liturgy. He’ll mix some readings of the book and some discussion to help us appreciate the liturgy ever more deeply.

You are attracted to liturgy but don’t quite know why. Or, after years of liturgical worship, you find yourself in a slough of despondency. Whatever your current liturgical experience, you’ll likely benefit from this class by Mark Galli, senior managing editor of Christianity Today and Rez member. It is based on his just published book, Beyond Bells & Smells: The Wonder and Power of Christian Liturgy. He’ll mix some readings of the book and some discussion to help us appreciate the liturgy ever more deeply.

Genesis 1:1-2:3; Psalm 150; 2 Corinthians 13:5-14; Matthew 28:16-20

Trinity Sunday

May 18, 2008

10:45am Service

This now classic book, For the Life of the World by Orthodox theologian Alexander Schmemann, has been influential in the life of Rez clergy and some leaders. CLT is going to introduce and unpack some of its rich and inspiring thoughts about worship and the mission of the church. This session was led by Barbara Gauthier, an active member of Rez who has extensive background in church liturgy. Due to technical difficulties, only the first thirty minutes are available for download.

This now classic book, For the Life of the World by Orthodox theologian Alexander Schmemann, has been influential in the life of Rez clergy and some leaders. CLT is going to introduce and unpack some of its rich and inspiring thoughts about worship and the mission of the church. This session was lead by Stan Jones, whose academic expertise is in the field of psychology, is provost of Wheaton College and a member of Church of the Resurrection.

Deuteronomy 11:18-21, 26-28; Psalm 31; Romans 8:15-25; Matthew 7:21-27

The Third Sunday of Pentecost

June 1, 2008

10:45am Service

Hosea 5:15-6:6; Psalm 50; Romans 4:13-18; Matthew 9:9-13

The Fourth Sunday after Pentecost

June 8, 2008

10:45am Service

This now classic book, For the Life of the World by Orthodox theologian Alexander Schmemann, has been influential in the life of Rez clergy and some leaders. CLT is going to introduce and unpack some of its rich and inspiring thoughts about worship and the mission of the church. This session was lead by Dr. Jay Wood, professor of philosophy at Wheaton College.

Exodus 19:2-8; Psalm 100; Romans 5:6-11; Matthew 9:35-10:8

The Fifth Sunday of Pentecost

June 15, 2008

9:00am Service

Jeremiah 20:7-13; Psalm 69; Romans 5:15-19; Matthew 10:16-33

The Sixth Sunday of Pentecost

June 22, 2008

9:00am Service

Numbers 21:4-9; Psalm 118; Romans 12:1-8; Luke 13:10-17

The Seventh Sunday after Pentecost

June 29, 2008

10:45 am Service

Zechariah 9:9-12; Psalm 145:8-14; Romans 7:21-8:6; Matthew 11:20-30

The 8th Sunday after Pentecost

July 6, 2008

9:00 am Service

Isaiah 55:1-5, 10-13; Psalm 65; Romans 8:9-17; Matthew 13:1-23

The Ninth Sunday of Pentecost

July 13, 2008

9:00am Service

Isaiah 60:1-3, 14-18; Psalm 86:11-17; Romans 8:18-25; Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43

The Tenth Sunday after Pentecost

July 20, 2008

9:00 am Service

1 Kings 3:5-12; Psalm 119:121-136; Acts 2:42-47; Matthew 13:31-33, 44-49

The Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost

July 27, 2008

10:45 am Service

Nehemiah 9:16-20; Psalm 78:14-29; Romans 8:35-39; Matthew 14:1-21

 The Twelfth Sunday of Pentecost

August 3, 2008

10:45 AM Service

Isaiah 56:1-7; Psalm 67; Romans 11:13-15, 29-32; Matthew 15:21-28

The Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost

August 17, 2008

10:45 am Service

Isaiah 51:1-6; Psalm 138; Romans 11:33-36; Matthew 16:13-20

The Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost

August 24, 2008

10:45 am Service

Jeremiah 15:15-21; Psalm 26; Romans 12:1-8; Matthew 16:21-27

The Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost

August 31, 2008

9:00 AM Service

Ezekiel 33:1-11; Psalm 119:33-48; Philippians 1:1-11; Matthew 18:15-20

The Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost

September 7, 2008

10:45am Service

Sin separates us from the friendship with God for which he created us.  Our sins tend to assume consistent patterns, becoming “signature sins,” caused by unmet needs and various wounds that must be acknowledged to be healed by God.  This four-week course will help us to identify and seek to overcome core patterns of sin that separates us from the love of God.  This series is lead by Dr. Michael Mangis of Wheaton College’s psychology department.

Genesis 33:1-11; Psalm 103:8-13; Philippians 1:1-11; Matthew 18:21-35

The 18th Sunday after Pentecost

September 14, 2008

10:45 AM Service

Sin separates us from the friendship with God for which he created us.  Our sins tend to assume consistent patterns, becoming “signature sins,” caused by unmet needs and various wounds that must be acknowledged to be healed by God.  This four-week course will help us to identify and seek to overcome core patterns of sin that separates us from the love of God.  This series is lead by Dr. Michael Mangis of Wheaton College’s psychology department.

 Jonah 3:10-4:11; Psalm 145:1-8; Philippians 2:12-18; Matthew 20:1-16

The Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost

September 21, 2008

10:45 AM Service

Ezekiel 18:1-4, 25-32; Psalm 25:3-9; Philippians 3:1-16; Matthew 21:28-32

The Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost

September 28, 2008

10:45 AM Service

Sin separates us from the friendship with God for which he created us.  Our sins tend to assume consistent patterns, becoming “signature sins,” caused by unmet needs and various wounds that must be acknowledged to be healed by God.  This four-week course will help us to identify and seek to overcome core patterns of sin that separates us from the love of God.  This series is lead by Dr. Michael Mangis of Wheaton College’s psychology department.  Only the final three installments are available for download.

Fall 2008

Session 1 

This course won’t tell you how to vote on November 4th, but it will help you to think Christianly about the ways we participate in our representative democracy.  Should we be single issue voters?  Should the character of a candidate always override his or her other qualifications?  Does political compromise require personal and moral compromise?   What principles should guide our political involvement?  Dr. Amy Black, political scientist at Wheaton College, will lead us.  Only Part 2 is available for download.

Men are not only called to join together in following Christ, but to do so in particular ways. In this two-part series, Father Stewart Ruch, rector of Church of the Resurrection, explores the role of spiritual gifts in the fellowship of men. In the first talk, Father Ruch looks at 1 Corinthians 12 and explains the nature of the various spiritual gifts. In the second talk, he looks specifically at the gift of prophecy and how that is an essential gift to be practiced in a brotherhood led by the Spirit.

Men are not only called to join together in following Christ, but to do so in particular ways. In this two-part series, Father Stewart Ruch, rector of Church of the Resurrection, explores the role of spiritual gifts in the fellowship of men. In the first talk, Father Ruch looks at 1 Corinthians 12 and explains the nature of the various spiritual gifts. In the second talk, he looks specifically at the gift of prophecy and how that is an essential gift to be practiced in a brotherhood led by the Spirit.

Isaiah 5:1-7; Psalm 80:7-14 Psalm 80:7-14; Philippians 4:1-9

The Twenty-First Sunday after Pentecost

 October 5, 2008

10:45 AM Service

Isaiah 25:1-9; Psalm 23; Philippians 4:4-13; Luke 17:11-19

The Twenty-Second Sunday after Pentecost

October 12, 2008

9:00 AM Service

Isaiah 45:1-7; Psalm 96:1-9; 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10; Matthew 22:15-22

The Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost

October 19, 2008

10:45 AM Service

 
The Anglican Communion just ended its once-a-decade meeting at which bishops from all over the world gather together with the Archbishop of Canterbury at Lambeth Palace to discuss important concerns facing the church. The theological and political turmoil in the communion was in full display at Lambeth. But what did this conference accomplish for the Anglican Church, and how does it affect Church of the Resurrection and the Anglican Mission in America of which we are a part? Our resident expert, Barbara Gauthier, and Tim Morgan, deputy managing editor of Christianity Today (who attended both GAFCON and Lambeth and has interviewed many of the key players of the Communion), will discuss what may prove to be a watershed moment in the history of the Anglican Church.

Exodus 22:21-27; Psalm 1; 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8; Luke 15:1-7 

The Twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost

October 26, 2008

10:45 AM Service

The Anglican Communion just ended its once-a-decade meeting at which bishops from all over the world gather together with the Archbishop of Canterbury at Lambeth Palace to discuss important concerns facing the church. The theological and political turmoil in the communion was in full display at Lambeth. But what did this conference accomplish for the Anglican Church, and how does it affect Church of the Resurrection and the Anglican Mission in America of which we are a part? Our resident expert, Barbara Gauthier, and Tim Morgan, deputy managing editor of Christianity Today (who attended both GAFCON and Lambeth and has interviewed many of the key players of the Communion), will discuss what may prove to be a watershed moment in the history of the Anglican Church.

Micah 3:1-12; Psalm 43; 1 Thessalonians 2:9-13, 17-20, Matthew 23:1-12

All Saints Sunday

November 2, 2008

10:45 AM Service

Amos 5:18-24; Psalm 70: 1 Timothy 6:17-19; Matthew 25:1-13

The Twenty-sixth Sunday after Pentecost

November 9, 2008

10:45 AM Service

We will hear from three different speakers who have taken to heart Christ’s words “insofar as you do this unto the least of these, you have done so as unto me.” On 11/2, Resurrection parishioner Dawn Jewell will share from her new book Escaping the Devil’s Bedroom, which focuses on Christians combating sex-trafficking. On 11/9, Deacon John Green, head of Emmaus Ministries, will share with us about its important ministry to gay, lesbian, and transgendered persons. Finally, on 11/16, representatives from World Relief will tell us about their work with immigrants and refugees.

We will hear from three different speakers who have taken to heart Christ’s words “insofar as you do this unto the least of these, you have done so as unto me.” On 11/2, Resurrection parishioner Dawn Jewell will share from her new book Escaping the Devil’s Bedroom, which focuses on Christians combating sex-trafficking. On 11/9, Deacon John Green, head of Emmaus Ministries, will share with us about its important ministry to gay, lesbian, and transgendered persons. Finally, on 11/16, representatives from World Relief will tell us about their work with immigrants and refugees.

Zephaniah 1:7, 12-18; 1 Thessalonians 5:1-10; Matthew 25:14-15, 19-29; Psalm 90

The Twenty-seventh Sunday after Pentecost

November 16, 2008

10:45 AM Service