We all know the story of the Good Samaritan—or do we? In this week’s message, Rev Paul Lutton invites us to hear this familiar parable again through the eyes of a questioning lawyer and discover a challenge that feels urgently relevant today. What does it mean to show mercy in a world where fear and suspicion so often drown out compassion? And how might this story shape the way we think about strangers, neighbours—and ourselves?

Please note, this will be our last pod for the next four weeks. During that time you can join our services on YouTube. Sermons will be back here mid August!

What kind of people does Jesus choose to build his Kingdom? Not the powerful or the polished—but the ordinary.

In this week’s message, Rev. Paul Lutton explores Luke 10 and Luke 13 to uncover a vision of the Kingdom that begins with peace, travels light, and grows from the smallest of seeds.

Whether you’re deeply committed or gently curious, this is a sermon about how small acts of faith can make space for something much bigger.

What does it really mean to be free?

In this sermon, Rev Paul Lutton explores the Apostle’s bold claim that Christian freedom isn’t about doing whatever we want, but about learning to live in step with the Spirit. It’s a freedom that finds its shape not in rules, but in Christ himself. Through Scripture, reflection, and prayer, we consider how this freedom is not turned inward for ourselves, but outward—toward love, service, and community. Join us as we reflect on the joyful, Spirit-led dance of Christian freedom. Podcast episode with Silas Farley: https://faith.yale.edu/media/the-body-as-sacred-offering