Sermons and articles by: Rev'd Shan Rush

Rev'd Shan Rush is the Curate at St Mark's. See the staff team.

Though we cannot think alike, may we not love alike?

Preached by on 5th Sunday in Easter, 28th April 2013 • Sermon texts: Acts 11.1–18 & John 13.31–35

“Though we cannot think alike, may we not love alike? May we not be of one heart, though we are not of one opinion? Without all doubt, we may. Herein all the children of God may unite, notwithstanding these smaller … Continue reading →

Posted on April 28, 2013 in Sermons • Tagged

Am I willing to be a suffering servant?

Preached by on Sunday 21st October 2012 • Sermon texts: Hebrews 5.1–10 & Mark 10.35–45

For me, there are times when it is quite appealing to be the focus of attention, to be in the limelight, with everyone making a fuss of you. My ordination as priest was one such day, where it initially felt … Continue reading →

Posted on October 21, 2012 in Sermons • Tagged ,

Enough for everyone’s need, but not for everyone’s greed

Preached by on 8th Sunday in Trinity, 29th July 2012 • Sermon texts: 2 Kings 4.42-44 & John 6.1-21

We know that it’s possible to feed everyone on the planet, but many go hungry. Oxfam are campaigning to ensure that, in a world where there’s enough food to go around, no-one has to go to bed hungry. With your … Continue reading →

Posted on July 29, 2012 in Sermons • Tagged , , ,

Practising Hopefulness

Preached by on Passion Sunday, 25th March 2012 • Sermon texts: Romans 12.1-18 & Luke 10.1-11 • Sermon series:

This is a continuation of our sermon series Practising Hopefulness, and I get the feeling it’s a theme that will stimulate discussion about how we explore the characteristics of a community shaped by the kingdom vision of Jesus and how … Continue reading →

Posted on March 25, 2012 in Sermons • Tagged , , ,

Sermon preached on 22nd January 2012

Preached by on 3rd Sunday of Epiphany, January 22nd 2012 • Sermon texts: John 2.1–12 & Revelation 19.6–16

“Wedding guest turns water into abundant wine. A servant from a rich household in the peasant village of Cana reported that a large number of guests, including a woman called Mary and her son, Jesus, were at a wedding feast. … Continue reading →

Posted on January 22, 2012 in Sermons • Tagged , , ,

“Give us this day our daily bread”

Preached by on All Saints Sunday, 30th October 2011 • Sermon texts: Psalm 145.8-18 & Mark 6.30-44 • Sermon series:

Our Father, which art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done, in earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. This is the third sermon in our series on … Continue reading →

Posted on October 30, 2011 in Sermons • Tagged , , , ,

Sermon preached on 4th September 2011

Preached by on Trinity 11, Sunday 4th September 2011 • Sermon texts: Romans 13.8–14 & Matthew 18.15–20

Last week in the sermon I focused on loving our neighbour through offering hospitality. I touched on the challenges that arise when we are called to demonstrate love towards those who are different to ourselves, especially those marginalized by their … Continue reading →

Posted on September 4, 2011 in Sermons • Tagged , ,

Sermon preached on 28th August 2011

Preached by on Trinity 10, 28th August 2011 • Sermon texts: Romans 12.9–21 & Matthew 16.21 –28

Cast your mind back to early in 2009. St Mark’s is in vacancy and into the service, just as it is about to begin, walks someone new. They are greeted by the welcome team, handed a service sheet and take … Continue reading →

Posted on August 28, 2011 in Sermons • Tagged , ,

Covenants of Love: Friendship

Preached by on Trinity 4, 17th July 2011 • Sermon texts: Sirach 6.5–17 & John 15.9–17 • Sermon series:

“In human affairs nothing more sacred is striven for, nothing more useful is sought after, nothing more difficult is discovered, nothing more sweet experienced and nothing more profitable possessed, for friendship bears fruit in this life and in the next.” … Continue reading →

Posted on July 17, 2011 in Sermons • Tagged , ,