Sermons by Paul Thompson

Christ the King

Homily: “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.” (Luke 23:42) During the dark days of the Blitz in the 1940s, London was under constant threat of bombing. When it was suggested that Queen Elizabeth and her two daughters—Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret—shou… Read more

Sermon by Paul Thompson on Sunday 23rd November 2025

Last Sunday after Trinity – Lk 18: 9-14

26 October 2025 – Last Sunday after Trinity – Lk 18: 9-14 Today’s gospel reading brings us one of Jesus’ most powerful parables — a simple story with a deep message that speaks directly to every human heart. Jesus tells us of two men who go up to the temple to p… Read more

Sermon by Paul Thompson on Sunday 26th October 2025

Lord, Teach Us to Pray

HOMILY "Lord, Teach Us to Pray" – Luke 11:1 There seems to be a variety of cooking shows on our TV screens and with it a plethora of well-known celebrity chefs. We are fascinated with how these professionals can transform ordinary ingredients into extraordinary yummy meals. W… Read more

Sermon by Paul Thompson on Sunday 27th July 2025

Passion Sunday

Its true to say that most organisations today have a strap brand line of sorts, and the Diocese of Guildford has a very catchy one ......... Hands up if you can remember it !! Sorry, I forgot myself for one moment, in that I am not in a classroom full of teenagers!! And in fairness its still ve… Read more

Sermon by Paul Thompson on Sunday 6th April 2025