In the Lenten journey we ask, Can we really trust God? From the film Babette’s Feast we draw inspiration. Sermon recorded at Zion United Church in Armstrong BC Canada. Continue reading →
Into the Wilderness
The season of Lent is not easy, but teaches us how to face difficult days. Sermon recorded at Zion United Church in Armstrong BC Canada.
Continue reading →Losing Church
This Sunday, Reign of Christ Sunday, I had the privilege of leading worship with the people of St. Andrew’s United Church in Enderby and Zion United Church in Armstrong.
Continue reading →David or Goliath?
Who’s Minding the Story? · David or Goliath? A Sermon by Rev. Dr. Jeff Seaton at Zion United Church, Armstrong — June 23, 2024
Continue reading →The Life-Saving Station that Became a Club
This story of the life-saving station that became a club has become a familiar parable of the modern church. I first heard it a few years ago, and was struck by how well it seemed to describe the church as … Continue reading →
Becoming Unchurched
On a recent Sunday, I attended in-person church for the first time in two years. It felt good to get out of the house, and to be ‘in the room’ with other worshippers. I realized how much I missed the … Continue reading →
Can We Stop Talking About “Us”?
Something that has been a bugbear for me for a while now is the use of “us” and “our” language by churches. You know the kind of thing I mean: “We welcome you to join us for worship at 10” … Continue reading →
There and Back Again
A few years ago I found myself in the throes of a mid-life crisis combined with the effects of burnout — mental, physical, and spiritual exhaustion. In the years prior, I had completed a Doctor of Ministry degree while working … Continue reading →
At Juno Beach
The following is a piece I wrote after visiting Juno Beach in the summer of 2010. Yesterday, we walked Juno Beach, where the Canadians landed on D-Day. As we walked, the wind washed over my ears like the waves washing … Continue reading →
What’s Missing?
I remember the last Sunday before the suspension of in-person worship back in March. I remember remaining on my knees at the altar rail after receiving the host—the common cup had been suspended the week before—and getting choked up. Or … Continue reading →