The Rooster Crows LPCC Podcast

"The Troubled Fig Tree" - Sermon by Rev. Stephen Milton

Reimagining God's Justice. In this week's sermon, Rev. Stephen Milton challenges the idea that disasters and tragedies are punishments from God, exploring how Jesus redefines divine justice and mercy. Through the parable of the fig tree, he invites us to see God not as a punisher, but as a patient gardener, nurturing us to grow, thrive, and bear fruit in a world that desperately needs love and compassion.

"Tell that Fox..." a Saint Patrick's Day Sermon by Rev. Stephen Milton

This week's sermon tells the story of the real Saint Patrick behind the legends. His struggles may help us understand what Canadians should do faced by threats to our national sovreignty.

“Beloved Non-Persons" - Sermon by Rev. Roberta Howey

Resisting the Call to Give Up. In this week's sermon, Rev. Roberta Howey reflects on the perseverance of women who fought for their place in politics and the church, despite opposition. Drawing on the story of Jesus' temptation in the wilderness, the sermon challenges us to recognize discouragement for what it is and find strength in God's love to keep moving forward.

"At a Loss" - Sermon by Rev. Stephen Milton

Coping with American threats to Canada. In this week's sermon, Rev. Stephen Milton talks about how Canadians are feeling at a loss due to threats to Canada's sovereignty by the United States. He draws on the scripture passage in the Gospel of Luke, where Jesus is transfigured on the mountain top to suggest how we can find the strength to deals with our current uncertain circumstances.

"Of Two Minds" - Sermon by Rev. Stephen Milton

This week’s podcast features a sermon by Rev. Stephen Milton about Jesus’ instruction to love our enemies. He draws on the work of W.E.B. Dubois, an early African American sociologist who coined the term “double consciousness.” This sermon has been re-recorded for this podcast. 

Peace, and happy Sunday.

Stephen

"Going Deep" - Sermon by Rev. Stephen Milton

This week's podcast features a sermon by Rev. Stephen Milton that draws on the wisdom of early African American theologian Howard Thurman. How can Jesus say that the poor will inherit the Kingdom of God, and that those who weep will laugh? Even more puzzling, why does Jesus predict the rich will become poor? Thurman's ideas help untangle the mystery, drawing on the African American experience. The podcast ends with a jazzy outro by our music director, Daniel Rubinoff.

Finding Modern Meaning in the Sistine Chapel. A Podcast talk with Author, Jeannie Marshall.

The Sistine Chapel in the Vatican has the world's most famous Christian images, but do they still matter? That's what Canadian author Jeannie Marshall has been thinking about for the past 20 years, since she moved to Rome. Join us for a fascinating personal meditation on how these 500 year old images can still be meaningful, even in our secular culture.  To listen to the podcast, click here [ put in the url for the podcast on our website], to see it on YouTube, click here [ https://youtu.be/92CjyAec_HQ?si=Syk-an-Rfh_hUpaH].

Empowering the Unseen: Toronto Underhoused and Homeless Union (TUHU) Fight for Housing Justice in Toronto.

In our latest podcast we tell the amazing story of the formation of Canada's first union for the homeless. The Toronto Underhoused and Homeless Union (TUHU) was created just over a year ago. Rev. Stephen Milton talks to two of the union's founding members, Rev. Angie Hocking and an African refugee, who has asked to be called Iya. It's a fascinating story of the unexpected formation of the union, and the equally surprising ways it has been helping people who are  victims of the city's housing crisis.

Supporting the Spirit: Chaplains at U of T Offer Guidance and Care to Students

Rev. Roberta speaks to Tim Kennedy and Jeanette Unger, chaplains with the Ecumenical Chaplaincy at U of T, who are a part of the critical piece of spiritual care for young adults.

"Each year, thousands of students start at universities and colleges across Canada. Many are away from home, family and friends, and are learning who they are as adults for the first time. It can be a stage of both real anxiety, and also real growth. 

 

Professors and TAs will work hard to keep their brains working. But who is looking after their hearts? Today we speak with Tim Kennedy and Jeanette Unger, chaplains with the Ecumenical Chaplaincy at U of T, who are a part of the critical piece of spiritual care for young adults.

Stay Out! How Canada is Locking Out Refugees

Stay out! : How Canada and the U.S. are locking out refugees.

 

Canadians take pride in being a country that welcomes refugees, but this year, Canada and the US revised the Safe Third Country agreement making  it harder than ever for refugees to get in without an invitation. To find out what's going on, we talk to experts in Toronto, Texas and Halifax to learn how the new rules work, and what they mean practically and ethically for refugees fleeing violence and climate change at home.