From Graduation to Transformation – Two Seniors Reflect on Faith, Change, and Finding God in the UnknownIn this moving and thought-provoking sermon, St. Peter’s graduating seniors Charlie Sweet and Olivia Peltier share reflections on their lives, their faith, and the lessons they’ve learned growing up in our church community.Charlie, a soon-to-be engineering student at Colorado School of Mines, finds God’s Wisdom in the beauty of design and structure—both in creation and in the people who quietly shape the life of the church. Through stories of service, family, and faith, he reminds us that being “engineered by God” means building a life with love, purpose, and joy.Olivia, heading to Smith College this fall, speaks with humor and depth about the chaos of change, the discomfort of not knowing, and the spiritual gift of waiting. Drawing on the Gospel and her own journey, she challenges us to listen to the voices we usually ignore, to question our comfort zones, and to embrace transformation as a holy calling.Whether you’re heading off to college, navigating your own season of uncertainty, or wondering how the church might grow into the future, **this sermon will inspire you to see Wisdom at work—in every blueprint, every question, and every courageous leap into the unknown.**👉 Watch now and be reminded: sometimes the truth we need most is the one we’re just now becoming ready to hear.

This sermon invites you into the heart of one of the most powerful stories in the Christian tradition: **Pentecost**—the moment the Holy Spirit arrived in wind and flame, and the Church was born. On this Pentecost Sunday, Bishop Susan reflects on an unforgettable moment at Heathrow Airport during the London Olympics, where one small act of connection turned a room of strangers into a joyful, unified community.That story becomes a window into Pentecost, where a similar miracle of communication and connection changed everything. People from across cultures and languages were suddenly united—not by similarity, but by something bigger: the Spirit of God.If you’re new to the Episcopal Church, or just exploring your faith, this sermon is for you. It’s a reminder that God meets us right where we are—with **words we can understand**, through **people who show up with love**, and in **communities that welcome us as we are**.💬 In this sermon, you’ll hear:– Why Pentecost still matters today– How language and love are intertwined– What the Holy Spirit is (and how you might already be experiencing it)– An invitation to be part of something bigger than yourselfPentecost isn’t just an ancient story—it’s what happens when we open ourselves to connection, healing, and purpose.📍 Curious about the Episcopal Church? Visit https://www.stpetersdelmar.net to learn more.📅 Subscribe for more messages from St. Peter’s.\#Pentecost #HolySpirit #BishopSusanBrownSnook #EpiscopalChurch #StPetersDelMar #FaithJourney #WelcomeToChurch #ConfirmationSunday #OpenToGrace #SeekersWelcome

In this thought-provoking sermon, we explore Jesus’ final prayer before his departure to the Garden of Gethsemane, found in the Gospel of John. As we reflect on the Seventh Sunday of Easter, we dive deep into Jesus’ unwavering confidence in His followers—past, present, and future—and His fervent prayer for unity among us all.This sermon calls us to embrace our calling as the Body of Christ, not bound by perfect agreement, but by a deeper, loving unity that reflects the relationship between God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit. *What would Jesus pray for in these times?* His prayer for us remains powerful and relevant today.Key themes:* Jesus’ prayer for Himself, His disciples, and all believers.* The significance of unity in the Body of Christ—despite our differences.* Embracing the love of God that connects us all, even in a world full of division.* Our role as the hands and feet of Christ in the world.This message is especially meaningful as we approach Pentecost, the day of renewal by the Holy Spirit, and celebrate baptisms, confirmations, and new believers entering into the faith.💬 *Let us know how this sermon spoke to you! What does "unity in love" mean for your faith journey?*📅 *Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more inspiring messages each week!*🙏 *Hallelujah, Christ is risen—The Lord has risen indeed!*