We continue our series in the Gospel According to Mark—Kingdom Come, God's Reign in a Chaotic World. This week Mark records for us what many scholars would agree is one of the most significant parables that Jesus ever gave. Known as the Parable of the Soils, it is the first of several parables that Jesus offers in Mark, that reveal for us and those in that day, how one might enter the Kingdom of God, what the Kingdom of God is like and finally, how the Kingdom of God inaugurated in Jesus grows! Read Mark 4:1-20 in advance to prepare for the message, and remember to bring your Study Guides!
Mark: We All Need to Belong, 3:20-25, November 16, 2025
We continue our series in the Gospel According to Mark—Kingdom Come, God's Reign in a Chaotic World. This week we move into a longer passage in which all of the events may not, upon first reading, appear to be connected. The passage is bookended with Mark recording what appear to be two separate 'interventions' by the family of Jesus, who are concerned about His welfare. In addition, the religious Scribes take their accusations against Jesus to a new low, accusing Him of having a demon. Jesus' response is both a parable and a strong rebuke. Throughout the whole of the text there is however, a unifying theme, that we will see on Sunday. Read Mark 3:20-35 in advance to prepare for the message, and remember to bring your Study Guides!
Mark: Leaving the Crowd Behind, 3:7-19, November 9, 2025
Today we continue our series in the Gospel According to Mark—Kingdom Come, God's Reign in a Chaotic World. This week Mark walks us through a pivotal point in the life and ministry life of Christ as well as His disciples. Great crowds are following Jesus and from distances far and wide. Their number is so great Jesus becomes concerned for His safety. Then, after another declaration of His divinity by more demons, Jesus calls 12 men to leave the crowds behind and be with Him. This is the call we all long to hear. How we respond is the key to life today and for all eternity. Read Mark 3:7-19 in advance to prepare for the message, and remember to bring your Study Guides!
Mark: The Lord of The Sabbath & True Rest, 2:23—3:6, November 2, 2025
We continue our series in the Gospel According to Mark—Kingdom Come, God's Reign in a Chaotic World. This week we close out chapter 2 and enter into chapter 3 of Mark's Gospel. After repeated incidents when Jesus casts out demons, heals the sick, and even forgives the sins of a paralytic before healing him—which, of course, raises the ire of the Scribes and Pharisees—Jesus moves on to one of their most sacred theological hills: the Sabbath. Join us as Jesus confronts their legalism while defining the true heart of the Sabbath for them and for all of us. Read Mark 2:23—3:6 in advance to prepare for the message, and remember to bring your Study Guides!
Mark: Feasting with the Friends of Sinners, 2:13-22, October 26, 2025
We continue our series in the Gospel According to Mark—Kingdom Come, God's Reign in a Chaotic World. As we move on in chapter 2 of Mark's Gospel, we find Jesus heading out of town. On the way He calls Levi, whom we know as Matthew. Matthew invites Jesus to dinner in his home along with many of his tax collector friends and other sinners, which of course, shocks the Pharisees. Jesus' response to them is one of His most memorable in the Gospels. He then, through vivid metaphors—a wedding feast, new cloth, and new wineskins—declares that His mission is not what they had expected. We hope you'll join us this Sunday! Read Mark 2:13-22 in advance to prepare for the message, and remember to bring your Study Guides!
Mark: Jesus Knows What We Need Most, 2:1-12, October 19, 2025
This Sunday, we continue our series in the Gospel According to Mark—Kingdom Come, God's Reign in a Chaotic World. As we enter chapter 2 of Mark's Gospel we find Jesus returning to Capernaum and what has now become His home base at Peter's house. The event that takes place upon His return is one of the most remarkable in the whole gospel, and certainly what Jesus says to the paralytic man clarifies why He came and what we all need most in life. This true story reveals many things to us about our faith in Christ, as well as the mission of the church to this day. We hope you will join us as we open up this profound true story in those early days. Read Mark 2:1-12 in advance to prepare for the message and remember to bring your Study Guides!
Mark: The All Authority of Jesus, 1:29-45, October 12, 2025
Today, we continue our series in the Gospel According to Mark—Kingdom Come, God's Reign in a Chaotic World. John Mark, the author of this Gospel, next moves to a lengthy passage highlighting even further, the authority that Jesus possesses through His Word, Healings and the Casting out of demons. In the midst of all of these activities that demonstrate His Divine power, we also learn the source of His power. Read Mark 1:29-45 in advance to prepare for the message and remember to bring your Study Guides!
Mark: The Reality of Authority, 1:21-28, October 5, 2025
This Sunday, we continue our series in the Gospel According to Mark—Kingdom Come, God's Reign in a Chaotic World. Pastor Glenn returns to take us into a pivotal point in Mark's Gospel. We've already learned about the significance of Jesus' baptism and temptation, followed by His proclamation that the Kingdom of God has arrived and the calling of His first disciples. This week, Jesus displays His divinity in two undeniable ways. Join us as we worship together and open up the Word of God! Read Mark 1:21-28 in advance to prepare for the message and remember to bring your Study Guides!
Mark: Truths Following, 1:14-20, September 28, 2025
We continue our series in the Gospel According to Mark—Kingdom Come, God's Reign in a Chaotic World. Pastor Rudi will be bringing the Word this week from Mark 1:14-20 where we learn that Jesus has moved on to Galilee where he begins His ministry of proclaiming the Kingdom of God is here. Join us as we also read about the calling of His first disciples, men whom He told, "I will make you fishers of men." Read Mark 1:14-20 in advance to prepare for the message and remember to bring your Study Guides!
Mark: The Arrival of The King, 1:9-13, September 21,2025
We continue our series in the Gospel According to Mark—Kingdom Come, God's Reign in a Chaotic World. Join us as John Mark, the author of the Gospel takes us to the Baptism of Jesus and then, 'immediately' into the wilderness where Jesus fasts for 40 days and is tempted by the Satan. Two significant events that occur at the beginning of Jesus' earthly ministry all packed into just 5 verses. Read Mark 1:9-13 in advance to prepare for this message. See you Sunday!
Mark: The Beginning of The Gospel, 1:1-8, September 14, 2025
Today we begin a new series in the Gospel According to Mark—Kingdom Come, God's Reign in a Chaotic World. Join us as pastor Glenn opens Part I of the series with an introduction to the gospel and from the opening verses 1:1-8. Written by John Mark this is the first of the gospels to be written and delivered to the early church in Rome. It is often referred to as the action gospel since Mark moves quickly from one event to the next showcasing Jesus first and foremost as the 'Son of God,' as well as what He does during His 3.5 years of public ministry. Read Mark 1:1-8 in advance to prepare for this message.
Being a Disciple: Matthew 28:19-20, September 7, 2025
This Sunday, Pastor Glenn will bring a single message to prepare our hearts for a new season of ministry at The Rock. Entitled—Being a Disciple we will spend some time in God's Word discovering what it truly means to be a disciple, to follow Jesus and be on mission with Him every day of our lives. We'll look at the gospels and follow the journey of those Jesus called to follow Him and declaring to them that He would, "Make them fishers of men." We hope you will join us and be encouraged in your walk and faith in Christ and His church!
The Sacraments: Baptism & Communion, Various Scripture, August 31, 2025
This Sunday, Pastor Glenn will bring a message on The Sacraments of the church, Baptism and Communion and their relationship. It is our pattern as a church to practice Acts 2:42, "And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers," each Sunday. We therefore participate in Communion each week as a response in Worship after hearing the Word of God. A question that is often asked is, which comes first, Baptism or Communion? Join us for teaching on the Sacraments this Sunday!
Baptism Sunday, August 24, 2025
Join us for a wonderful Sunday at The Rock Church as we hear the testimonies of faith in Jesus Christ by 4 young men and women in the morning gathering and then head up to Alice Lake Provincial Park for their water Baptisms! Amazing Grace Indeed!
Psalm 119: Fully Trusting The Word of God, 119:161-168, August 17, 2025
Today, we conclude our Summer Series taken from—Psalm 119, Trusting What God Has Spoken. Pastor Glenn is bringing the message from Psalm 119:161-168. This great stanza brings with it a sense of urgency coming from the brevity and deep meaning of each verse. The psalmist brings us face to face with the reality of the power of God's Word. Join us as we learn where we too can find the source of strength and conviction the psalmist lives out in his life. Read Psalm 119:161–168 to prepare for this message!
Psalm 119: Choosing the Path of Life, 119:105-112, August 10, 2025
We continue our Summer Series taken from—Psalm 119, Trusting What God Has Spoken. This Sunday, pastor Rudi will be bringing the message from Psalm 119:105-112. This stanza begins with one of the most memorable verses in the Psalms, "Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path." 119:105. Join as we discover God’s Word as a Lamp in the Darkness, a powerful metaphor for trusting God’s Word in tumultuous days and times. Read Psalm 119:105–112 to prepare for this message!
Psalm 119: The Holy Hunger, 119:97-104, August 3, 2025
This Sunday, we continue our Summer Series taken from—Psalm 119, Trusting What God Has Spoken. This Sunday, Andre Lesur, Executive Director with Global Disciples Canada will be our guest speaker and he will be preaching from Psalm 119:97–104. These verses continue to build upon the theme of trusting in God’s Word by emphasizing not only personal reliance but also the boldness, freedom, and joy that come from living in confident trust. This stanza, a favourite for many—speaks of love for God’s Word and its superior wisdom. Read Psalm 119:97–104 to prepare for this message!
Psalm 119: Worshippers—Hands Lifted Up! 119:41-48, July 27, 2025
Today, we continue our new Summer Series taken from—Psalm 119, Trusting What God Has Spoken. Joey Hutchison, one of our church Elders, will be bringing the 4th message in our series from Psalm 119. These verses continue to build upon the theme of trusting in God’s Word, by emphasizing not only personal reliance but also the boldness, freedom, and joy that come from living in confident trust. This stanza shows that God's Word is not just something to hold on to privately—but also gives us strength to stand publicly, to have the courage to speak boldly, and the joy to live freely even under duress.. Read Psalm 119:41-48 to prepare for this message!
Psalm 119: A Promise Driven Life, 119:33-40, July 20, 2025
We continue our new Summer Series taken from—Psalm 119, Trusting What God Has Spoken. This Sunday, Nick Koole will be bringing the 2nd message in our series and from Psalm 119:9-16. This passage addresses how to live a pure and stable life in a morally unstable world and how then a pure and stable life flows from a heart saturated with and guided by God’s Word. This passage is especially relevant in today’s culture of digital distraction, moral confusion, and shifting identities. Read Psalm 119:9-16 to prepare for this message!
Psalm 119: Dependence on God and Discipline in His Word, 119:8-16, July 13, 2025
We continue our new Summer Series taken from—Psalm 119, Trusting What God Has Spoken. Today, Nick Koole will be bringing the 2nd message in our series and from Psalm 119:9-16. This passage addresses how to live a pure and stable life in a morally unstable world and how then a pure and stable life flows from a heart saturated with and guided by God’s Word. This passage is especially relevant in today’s culture of digital distraction, moral confusion, and shifting identities. Read Psalm 119:9-16 to prepare for this message!