St Johns Mexborough

'My Flesh is Real Food' - Corpus Christi (Year A)

On the Feast of Corpus Christi, we reflect on one of the most startling and divisive statements Jesus ever made: “Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life.” Drawing together the history of the manna in the wilderness and Christ's controversial teaching in John 6, this sermon explores why the Eucharist lies at the heart of the Christian faith. Far more than a symbol, it is our living encounter with the risen Lord, who feeds us with his flesh and blood and sustains us for our journey to the promised land.

'God in Three Persons' - Trinity Sunday (Year A)

The doctrine of the Trinity is not abstract theology but the very heart of the Gospel: the Father sends, the Son saves, and the Spirit gives life. In this sermon, Fr Morrison explores how the God who once revealed himself to Moses in cloud and fire has now made himself known fully in Jesus Christ and through the gift of the Holy Spirit. We consider God's declaration of his own character as "merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love," and see how that same divine love is displayed supremely in the sending of the Son for the salvation of the world.

'Power from on high' - Pentecost (Year A)

At Pentecost, we remember not only the coming of the Holy Spirit, but the commissioning of the Church for her mission in the world. Here, Fr Morrison explores Pentecost as the moment Christ empowers his people with divine courage, holiness, and truth for the spiritual battle against sin, death, and hell.

'Risen, Ascended, Glorified' - Ascension Sunday 2026

At this Ascensiontide, we reflect upon the glory of Jesus Christ — risen from the dead, ascended into heaven, and enthroned at the right hand of the Father. Fr Morrison explores Christ’s heavenly reign, his continual intercession for his people, and the confidence Christians have because the crucified and risen Lord now reigns over all things and will come again in glory.

'Witnesses in a Hostile World' - 6th Sunday of Easter (Year A)

The early Christians did not change the world through power, wealth, or influence, but through the power of the Holy Spirit. In this sermon, Fr Morrison reflects on the bold witness of the Apostles, the courage of the martyrs, and the truth of the Gospel they proclaimed. What does faithful Christian witness look like in an age hostile to truth and holiness?