“Revelation and Resistance” kicks off our summer sermon series exploring the misunderstood, metaphor-rich final book of the Bible. In this opening sermon, Pastor Mark Hanna invites us to rethink Revelation—not as a prediction of doom, but as a lens into the deeper reality of God’s love, justice, and collective salvation. Spoiler: it involves a gorilla and some keys.
This week’s discussion guide invites you to reflect more deeply on Pastor Mark’s sermon, “Revelation and Resistance.” Explore what it means to resist the powers of this world, to embrace a collective vision of salvation, and to glimpse the Kingdom of God breaking through. Great for personal reflection or group conversation.
In this week’s sermon, Pastor Mark shares a childhood story about lines drawn in a shared bedroom — and how Paul’s words to the Galatians remind us that Christ came to erase the lines we draw between each other. Read the full transcript and reflect on what it means to be truly one in Christ.
Use this week’s discussion guide to explore Pastor Mark’s message about boundaries, belonging, and trust. Perfect for personal reflection or small group conversation.
On Pentecost Sunday, Pastor Mark reflects on the power of the Spirit, the silence of God, and the invitation to see the world through the lens of faith. Read the full sermon to explore what it means to ‘live by the Spirit’ in today’s complex world.
Looking to dive deeper into Sunday’s message? This week’s sermon discussion guide offers thoughtful questions and spiritual practices to help you reflect on the presence of the Holy Spirit in your life. Great for small groups or personal devotion.
In this timely and tender sermon, Pastor Mark unpacks Paul’s letter to the Galatians and reflects on how we all live by faith—whether we recognize it or not. From trusting science and strangers to finding hope in mystery, this message invites us to hold faith with humility and courage. Click to read the full sermon.
Looking to go deeper? This week’s guide offers thoughtful questions and reflections inspired by Pastor Mark’s sermon on Galatians 1–2. Explore themes of trust, transformation, and God’s faith in us—whether alone, with family, or in your small group. Click to access the full guide.
Pastor Mark reflects on Acts 6:1–7 and the Presbyterian tradition of shared leadership. From a humorous moment at a clergy gathering to the deep spiritual wisdom of the early church, this sermon explores how power is best stewarded—not by individuals—but through Spirit-led community. Read the full sermon here.
This week’s guide explores how Acts 6 calls us to shared leadership, Spirit-led decision-making, and inclusion of those on the margins. With thoughtful questions for personal reflection or group conversation, this guide helps us live out the call to resurrection living in our daily lives.
Roland Park Presbyterian Church is a local community of faith that was founded in 1901. RPPC is an inclusive and welcoming member congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA) and More Light Presbyterians as well as an Earth Care and Matthew 25 Congregation that is pursuing justice, practicing hospitality and engaging curious faith. RPPC worships together each Sunday at 10:30 a.m.
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