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The First Shall be Last, and the Last First
Doctrinal Class - January 15, 2014
Many stories in the Word point out that there are often hidden advantages in what seem like disadvantages in life. Why is it that there are so many stories in the Word about smaller and weaker forces overcoming those that are larger and stronger? Why was the Lord born at a time when we are told that He was least likely to be accepted? These two classes are about how the hidden advantages of weakness are mirrored in amazing ways in our lives. | By Rev. Jeremy F. Simons | Bryn Athyn Cathedral Social HallWhy December 25th?
What do we know about when the Lord was actually born? | By Rev. Jeremy F. Simons | Bryn Athyn Cathedral Social HallChristmas Gifts
Doctrinal Class - December 11, 2013
"And when they had come into the house, they saw the young Child with Mary His Mother, and fell down and worshiped Him. And when they opened their treasures, they presented gifts to Him: gold, frankincense, and myrrh." Matthew 2:11 | By Rev. Jeremy F. Simons | Bryn Athyn Cathedral Social HallBalaam and the Angel
Worship Service: Sermon only - December 01, 2013
The story of the wicked prophet Balaam and his encounter with the Angel of the Lord. The angel's words to him can be seen as an important key to the way that we approach religious questions in our life. | By Rev. Jeremy F. Simons | Bryn Athyn CathedralCan Donkeys Talk?
Worship Service: Family (may include music) - December 01, 2013
Numbers 22 is the story of the prophet Balaam and his donkey. Our topic is the reason why the donkey spoke and what she said to Balaam. | By Rev. Jeremy F. Simons | Bryn Athyn CathedralThe Second Day of Creation
Worship Service: Sermon only - October 13, 2013
When the Lord divided the waters below from the waters above He was giving us an example of something that we need to learn to do. | By Rev. Jeremy F. Simons | Bryn Athyn CathedralThe Second Day of Creation
Worship Service: Family (may include music) - October 13, 2013
| By Rev. Jeremy F. Simons | Bryn Athyn CathedralCooperation
Worship Service: Sermon only - August 18, 2013
"Ask, and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you." Matthew 7:7 | By Rev. Jeremy F. Simons | Bryn Athyn CathedralWhite Robes
Worship Service: Sermon only - June 02, 2013
White robes are mentioned in many places in the Word, often as rewards or as things that bring comfort. They are an important key to a satisfying life. | By Rev. Jeremy F. Simons | Bryn Athyn CathedralThings That Make You Feel Better
Worship Service: Family (may include music) - June 02, 2013
One of the themes of the book of Revelation is that life's challenges do not last forever, and that the Lord works constantly to help us overcome them and have a rewarding life. | By Rev. Jeremy F. Simons | Bryn Athyn CathedralPaul Olson Memorial Service
Memorial Service - May 18, 2013
| By Rev. Jeremy F. Simons | Bryn Athyn CathedralBegin a New Life, Part 4 - Starting Over
Worship Service: Childrens Talk & Adult Sermon - May 05, 2013
"A new life." - People often talk about starting over, or getting a new start in life. We are also told in many places "to examine ourselves, recognize and admit to our sins, pray to the Lord, and begin a new life." What are the factors that influence people's success in this effort? | By Rev. Jeremy F. Simons | Westville, RSADoes Fire Ever Come Down From Heaven?
Worship Service: Family (may include music) - April 28, 2013
Fire is a powerful force both for good and evil. How do we make sure that we use it only for good? | By Rev. Jeremy F. Simons | Bryn Athyn CathedralIssues in New Church Doctrine
Doctrinal Class - April 24, 2013
What do the Heavenly Doctrines teach us about how to explore issues? | By Rev. Jeremy F. Simons | Bryn Athyn Cairnwood VillageStarting Over
Worship Service: Sermon only - April 21, 2013
People often talk about starting over, or getting a new start in life. We are also told in many places "to examine ourselves, recognize and admit to our sins, pray to the Lord, and begin a new life." What are the factors that influence people's success in this effort? | By Rev. Jeremy F. Simons | Bryn Athyn CathedralThe Concept of "Emergence"
The concept of"Emergence" and the General Church theory of church government. | By Rev. Jeremy F. Simons | Bryn Athyn Cairnwood VillageBryce Genzlinger Memorial Service
Memorial Service - March 30, 2013
| By Rev. Jeremy F. Simons | Bryn Athyn CathedralTo Eat This Passover Before I Suffer
Worship Service: Sermon only - March 28, 2013
The timing of the Last Supper in relation to the Lord's crucifixion is no accident. | By Rev. Jeremy F. Simons | Bryn Athyn CathedralHe Set His Face to Go to Jerusalem
Worship Service: Sermon only - March 17, 2013
From a mountaintop in Galilee the Lord began a final journey to Jerusalem that is described in Luke 9 to 19. The things that happened along the way happens to all of us. | By Rev. Jeremy F. Simons | Bryn Athyn CathedralThe Golden Heart
Worship Service: Sermon only - February 24, 2013
The Lord carefully guards every person through their association with angels. Closing prayer by Rev EJ Buss | By Rev. Jeremy F. Simons | Bryn Athyn CathedralJoan Klein Price Memorial Service
Memorial Service - January 21, 2013
| By Rev. Jeremy F. Simons | Bryn Athyn CathedralKathryn Merrell Memorial Service
Memorial Service - January 07, 2013
Some distortion in the audio recording. | By Rev. Jeremy F. Simons | Bryn Athyn CathedralThe Power of Parables
Worship Service: Sermon only - January 06, 2013
"And with many such parables He spoke the word to them as they were able to hear it. But without a parable He did not speak to them. And when they were alone, He explained all things to His disciples." Mark 4:33-34. | By Rev. Jeremy F. Simons | Bryn Athyn CathedralWhy Is the Word A Story?
Worship Service: Family (may include music) - January 06, 2013
When the Lord was in the world He told stories called parables. In fact most of the Word itself is in the form of a long story. Why is this? | By Rev. Jeremy F. Simons | Bryn Athyn CathedralChristmas Harmony
Worship Service: Sermon only - December 16, 2012
An over-arching theme of the Christmas prophecies is the future unity of every aspect of creation, from people to the very substances of our world. How does the Incarnation make this unity a reality? | By Rev. Jeremy F. Simons | Bryn Athyn Cathedral