Widcombe Parish, Bath
Religion & Spirituality
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Recordings of Sunday sermons at St Matts Church in Widcombe, Bath.
Episodes
- 17th May 2026 - Ecclesiastes 6:12, 12:13 - The problem of `ethics
Simon Winchcombe preaching on Ecclesiastes 6:12, 12:13 - The problem of ethics - how do we know right from wrong?
- 3rd May 2026 - Ecclesiastes 3:9, 4:3 - The problem of Labour
Libby Piggott preaching on Ecclesiastes 3:9and 4`:3. The problem of Labour -why are we all working so hard?
- 26th April 2026 - Ecclesiastes 2:1-11 - The problem of Psychology
Laura Doe preaching on Ecclesiastes 2:1-11 - The problem of Psychology
- 19th April 2026 - Ecclesiastes 1:1-18 - The problem of Meaning
Mary Udale-Smith Preaching on Ecclesiastes 1:1-18 and Luke 12:13-35, top start off our series in Ecclesiastes with the big topic - The problem of meaning, What is the point in existence?
- 5th Apr 2026 -John 20:11–18 - Easter Sunday
Laura Doe preaching on John 20:11–18 for easter Sunday
- 29th Mar 2026 -Matthew 21:1-11 -Palm Sunday
Laura Doe preaching at our palm Sunday family service
- 15th Mar 2026 - Ephesians 4:1-6 - The spirit creates Unity
Unity 4 - Mary Udale-Smith preaching on Ephesians 4:1-6
- 1st Mar 2026 - 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 - Unity is not agreement
Unity 2 - Mary Udale-Smith preaching on 1 Corinthians 12:12-27
- 22nd Feb 2026 - John 17:20-23 - The prayer we can't ignore
Unity 1 - Grace Carter Preaching on John 17:20-23
- 'Saul meets Jesus' - Revd Bruce Goodwin - St Matt's, 14 July 2024
"Saul meets Jesus" Revd Bruce Goodwin looks at how the one who wanted to arrest others is arrested by God and his whole world view is turned upside down. Acts 9:1-31
- 'Full of wisdom and the Spirit' - Jamie Duncan - St Matt's, 7 July 2024
"Full of wisdom and the Spirit" Jamie Duncan looks the death of the deacon, Stephen, and the intensification of persecution, led by the young pharisee, Saul. Acts 6:8-15, 7:1, 7:51-8:3, St Matt's, 30 June 2024
- 'They will know a prophet has been among them?' Revd Judith Harries, 7 July 2024
'They will know a prophet has been among them?' Revd Judith Harries preaches on Mark 6:1-13 and Ezekiel 2:1-5 7th July 2024
- "Growth Management" Acts 6:1-7, St Matt's, 30.6.24
"Growth Management" Acts 6:1-7, St Matt's, 30.6.24 by St Matt's Sermons
- 'Who is this?' Mark 4:32-41, St Thomas 23-6-24
"Who is this?" Mary Udale-Smith looks at the story of Jesus calming the storm. Readings: Mark 4:35-41 & 2 Corinthians 6:1-13, St Thomas, 23 June 2024
- "Who should we obey, you or God?" Acts 5:17-42, St Matt's - 23 06 2024
Libby Piggott preaches on Acts 5:17-42 and the fearlessness of the early Apostles in the face of increasing persecution. St Matt's, 23/6/24
- "It's yours to give!" Acts 4:32-5:11 (16 06 2024)
Continuing our series in Acts with the story of Joseph the Levite, Ananias and Sapphira . Acts 4:32-5:11, with Mary Udale-Smith
- More valuable than gold - Revd Nigel Rawlinson, St Matt's, 2/6/24
Revd Nigel Rawlinson preaches on Acts 2:42-3:11 and reflects on key characteristics of the early Church, unity, compassion and prayerfulness.
- "Whatever you do for the least of these" Revd Judith Harries
Revd Judith Harries, 2 June 2024, at St Thomas a Becket Readings: Mark 2:23-3:6 and 2 Corinthians 4:5-6
- All together! Pentecost, St Matt's, 19 May 2024
Mary Udale-Smith preaches on Acts 2:1-21, 37-41 at St Matt's on Pentecost, 19 May, 2024.
- Remain in my love
Revd Judith Harries preaches on John 15:9-17 and Acts 10:44-48 at St Thomas a Becket church, Widcombe, Sunday 5 May 2024.
- 'Thomas The Brave' 07 April 2024 - Dorian Baker
'Thomas the Brave' - John 20:24-29 Dorian Baker reflects on how the nickname 'Doubting Thomas' is an unfair way to remember a brave apostle! But also on the blessing Jesus declared that Sunday after the first Easter, on all of us who have…
- Revd Bruce Goodwin 21 April 2024
Bruce was speaking on 1 Corinthians 15:12-28 The beginning of the sermon was unfortunately not able to be recorded. However, the bulk of it is here. In the missing section, Bruce described the common assumption this world is all there is a…
- Jesus stands among his disciples - Judith Harries, 7 April 2024
Jesus stands among his disciples and says "Peace be with you!" St Thomas 7th April 24' John 20:19 -31 Revd Judith Harries
- Jesus interrupts 'business as usual' - Judith Harries - St Thomas - 3rd March 2024
Judith preaches on how Jesus interrupts 'business as usual' in the temple. Readings: Exodus 20:1-17 & John 2:13-22
- Jesus Heals the Man Born Blind – Barney Wardale – St Matt's – 3rd February 2024
Jesus Heals the Man Born Blind – Barney Wardale – St Matt's – 3rd February 2024 by St Matt's Sermons
- What does it mean to Follow Christ? - Tony Coverdale - St Thomas - 25th February 2024
Listen to Tony's talk from Sunday 25th February on what it means to be a follower of Christ, based upon St Mark's Gospel, Chapter 8, verses 31 - 38 and Psalm 22, verses 23-31
- The Healing at the Pool – Miles Andrews – St Matt's – 18th February 2024
Miles speaks on John 5, discussing hope, healing, and waiting. Unfortunately, this recording is missing the first minute or so of Miles' talk.
- God Reveals Himself - Judith Harries - St Thomas - 4th February 2024
Judith shares on Colossians 1:15-20 & John 1:1-15.
- Water into Wine – Andrew Udale-Smith – St Matt's – 4th February 2024
Water into Wine – Andrew Udale-Smith – St Matt's – 4th February 2024 by St Matt's Sermons
- New Year's Eve - David Mathews - St Thomas - 31st December 2023
David preaches on today's lectionary readings; Isaiah 61:10-62:3 and Luke 2:15-21, during the morning service at St Thomas à Becket.
- Christmas Day - Judith Harries - St Thomas - 25th December 2023
Judith preaches on Luke 2:1-14, during the Christmas morning service at St Thomas à Becket.
- Mark Nish - St Matt's - 10th December 2023
Mark Nish shares his reflections on our next steps as a church family.
- The Day and Hour Unknown - Judith Harries - St Thomas - 3rd December 2023
Judith preaches on Isaiah 64:1-9 and Mark 13: 24-37.
- Goodbye And God Bless - Tim's Farewell Address – 26th November 2023
Tim speaks on 2 Corinthians 13:11-14 in our whole parish farewell service.
- The Persuaders - Journey through Corinthians – 19th November 2023
Simon Guillebaud preaches on 2 Corinthians 5:11-21, highlighting how we must live in our privileged position with passioned persuasion. Find out more about Simon’s work at www.simonguillebaud.com
- Down But Not Out – Journey through Corinthians – 12th November 2023
Lynette Teagle speaks on 2 Corinthians 4:7-11, looking at the Paradox, Pain, Presence and Power inherent to a life following Jesus.
- Beyond Darkness into Light – Judith Harries – St Thomas – 5th November 2023
Judith Harries explores how the prophet Micah looks beyond the Darkness and into the Light. Lectionary Readings: Micah 3:5-12 Matthew 24:1-14
- Love Letter Lives – Journey through Corinthians – 5th November 2023
Tim Buckley speaks on 2 Corinthians 3:3-6 & 4:1-6. To view the Bible Project video Tim plays, go to: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3lfPK2vfC54
- David Matthews - St Thomas - 22nd October 2023
David speaks on this week’s Lectionary Readings. Readings: Exodus 33: 12-23 Matthew 22: 15-22
- Congregation... Principles & Purpose – Journey through Corinthians – 22nd October 2023
Tim Buckley continues our series as we journey through Corinthians, focussing on 1 Corinthians 13: 1-8, 13 and 14:1-5, 39. To view the Bible Project video Tim plays, go to: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yiHf8klCCc4
- Freedom to Live for the Gospel – Journey through Corinthians – 15th October 2023
Peter Teagle continues our series as we journey through Corinthians, focussing on 1 Corinthians 9:19-23.
- 20/08/2023 - St Thomas - Judith Harries
Judith speaks on this week’s Lectionary Readings. Readings: Isaiah 56:1,6-8 Matthew 15:21-28
- 01/10/2023 - A New Heart and a New Spirit - St Thomas
Judith speaks on this week’s lectionary readings, looking at "A new heart and a new spirit". Readings: Ezekiel 18:1-4,25 to end. Matthew 21: 23-32
- 1st October 2023 – Journey through Corinthians – “Division… Jesus the Centre"
Journey through Corinthians – “Division… Jesus the Centre" Dorian Baker begins our series as we journey through Corinthians. Dorian looks at the title “Division… Jesus the Centre", focusing on the first 4 chapters of 1 Corinthians.
- 24th September 2023 – Pilgrimage – ‘Follow me and go’
Reflections on Pilgrimage – ‘Follow me and go’ Mary Udale-Smith completes our series on Pilgrimage. She challenges us to think about how we respond to Jesus' invitation to follow Him, and asks us to reflect on this response. Readings: Matt…
- 17th September 2023 – Pilgrimage – “Pilgrim or Tourist?”
Reflections on Pilgrimage – “Pilgrim or Tourist?” Andrew Udale-Smith continues our series on Pilgrimage. He challenges us to think about how we are living our lives.. are we walking our paths as pilgrims, or just tourists in this world? Re…
- 06/08/2023 - St Thomas - Judith Harries
Judith speaks on this week’s Lectionary Readings and David. Readings: Psalm 145: 8-9, 15-end Matthew 14: 13-21
- 10th September 2023 – Pilgrimage – “A heart set on pilgrimage”
Reflections on Pilgrimage – “A heart set on pilgrimage” Revd Tim Buckley continues our new series on Pilgrimage. He shares some of his reflections on pilgrimage, of his time away and what he has learnt. Readings: Psalm 84
- 3rd September 2023 – Pilgrimage - “This is the way”
Reflections on Pilgrimage - "This is the way" Revd Tim Buckley returns from sabbatical and kicks off our new series on Pilgrimage. He shares some of his reflections on pilgrimage, of his time away and what he has learnt. Reading: Micah 6:8…
- 30/07/2023 - St Thomas - Judith Harries
Judith speaks on this week’s Lectionary Readings. Readings: 1 Kings 3:5-12 Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52