In this sermon, our pastor, Ian Forest-Jones, explains how where the Church began at Pentecost for Luke, for John it happened during the 40 days between Jesus’ first appearance to his disciples and his ascension. Let’s look a little more closely then at what John believed to be the commissioning moment for the disciples, the moment which gave birth to the Church’s life and mission, to understand his take on the matter. The Bible was read by Stuart Ryder.
Let us remember the generospitality of God, and be encouraged to generospitality which will transform our communities and our neighbours!
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