The Renew Church Canada Podcast

Renew Church (Canada)
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Renew Church podcasts, weekly messages and bonus content. Renew Church is a community of believers of the Christian faith in the Greater Toronto Area, southwestern Ontario. Learn more about us at renewchurch.ca.

  1. Sep 27

    The Tests of Morality & Motivation / How to Discern Truth / Week 2

    In week two of the series How to Discern Truth, Bartley Sawatsky explores the critical tests of morality and motivation to help believers evaluate both messages and messengers. Pastor Bartley examines how ungodliness and toxic empathy can distort objective moral reality, calling Christians to discern weightier biblical matters and practice ordered compassion rooted in truth. He then addresses the test of motivation, urging the church to examine the underlying agendas, financial interests, and biases of leaders, legacy media, and emerging technologies like AI. Ultimately, Bartley challenges believers to stand with courage against cultural pressure, anchoring their discernment in God's word rather than human approval or political ideology. ABOUT THE SERIES In a world filled with noise and mixed motives, knowing what's true can feel increasingly difficult. Our new series, How to Discern Truth, provides practical tools to help you test everyday claims and build a clear, biblically focused worldview. Join us as we learn to navigate today’s complex culture with wisdom and clarity. We meet at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday mornings at Cineplex Cinemas, 1175 Maple Ave, Milton. We'd love to meet you and invite you to join us there!

    The Tests of Morality & Motivation / How to Discern Truth / Week 2

  2. Sep 21

    The Tests of Divine Authority & Defensibility / How to Discern Truth / Week 1

    In the opening week of the series How to Discern Truth, Bartley Sawatsky addresses the growing challenge of navigating deception, moral decline, and subjective claims in a post-modern, information-saturated culture. Drawing from John 18 and various New Testament warnings, Bartley emphasizes that Christian faith is an empirical, objective faith centred on Jesus Christ as the ultimate anchor point for truth. To help believers evaluate every message and messenger, Bartley introduces the test of divine authority, which grounds truth in the word of God, and the test of defensibility, which examines claims through reason and empirical evidence. Ultimately, Bartley challenges the church to reject passive belief by proxy, embrace God-given discernment, and actively stand as champions of truth in an increasingly chaotic world. ABOUT THE SERIES In a world filled with noise and mixed motives, knowing what's true can feel increasingly difficult. Our new series, How to Discern Truth, provides practical tools to help you test everyday claims and build a clear, biblically focused worldview. Join us as we learn to navigate today’s complex culture with wisdom and clarity. We meet at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday mornings at Cineplex Cinemas, 1175 Maple Ave, Milton. We'd love to meet you and invite you to join us there!

    The Tests of Divine Authority & Defensibility / How to Discern Truth / Week 1

  3. Sep 14

    Vision 26-27 | September 13th, 2026

    In this vision message for 2026-2027, Bartley Sawatsky draws from Joshua chapters 3 and 4 to outline the next season of growth for Renew Church as the congregation prepares to transition into a permanent facility. Bartley emphasizes that moving into new territory requires prioritizing God's presence through prayer, consecrating lives from sin, and stepping forward in faith before the waters part. Reflecting on past provisions and building spiritual Ebenezers, Bartley highlights key progress in discipling young families, empowering emerging leaders, and reaching out to local neighbours. Ultimately, Bartley challenges the church family to unite in prayer and generosity to secure a lasting home that will serve as a launchpad for future ministry and church planting. We meet at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday mornings at Cineplex Cinemas, 1175 Maple Ave, Milton. We'd love to meet you and invite you to join us there!

  4. Sep 6

    Greet One Another With a Holy Kiss | The Art of One-Anothering Week 10 | September 6th, 2026

    In the final week of The Art of One-Anothering, Jakob Sawatsky explores the New Testament command to “greet one another with a holy kiss” and what it reveals about Christian fellowship. More than a cultural custom, this greeting points to a deeper reality: in Christ, we belong to God and to one another as family. Jakob challenges the church to move beyond shallow or habitual greetings and to embody sincere, holy, gospel-shaped welcome. Because Christ has welcomed us first, our love, affection, and hospitality should make that welcome visible to others. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Art of One-Anothering At Renew Church, we work hard at fostering authentic community — not just because it’s fun, but because it’s at the very heart of Jesus for His followers. This summer, we want to celebrate and deepen those connections with our speaking series, The Art of One-Anothering. And what better way to explore this than through a diverse lineup of familiar voices from right here within our own church family? Each speaker will share from their heart on a specific "one another" verse from Scripture, offering practical wisdom on how we can continue to love, serve, and bear with each other. Join us this summer as we learn to master the beautiful, intentional art of living as the community Jesus envisioned! We meet at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday mornings at Cineplex Cinemas, 1175 Maple Ave, Milton. We'd love to meet you and invite you to join us there!

  5. Aug 30

    Forgive One Another | The Art of One-Anothering Week 9 | August 30th, 2026

    In week 9 of The Art of One-Anothering, Marton Pandy explores Jesus’ parable of the unforgiving servant to show that Christian forgiveness begins with remembering the overwhelming mercy we have received from God. He challenges us to see forgiveness not as a transaction, but as a work of transformation shaped by the King who forgave our impossible debt. With honesty about justice, suffering, and the danger of bitterness, this message invites us to choose the kingdom where forgiveness is the very air we breathe. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Art of One-Anothering At Renew Church, we work hard at fostering authentic community — not just because it’s fun, but because it’s at the very heart of Jesus for His followers. This summer, we want to celebrate and deepen those connections with our speaking series, The Art of One-Anothering. And what better way to explore this than through a diverse lineup of familiar voices from right here within our own church family? Each speaker will share from their heart on a specific "one another" verse from Scripture, offering practical wisdom on how we can continue to love, serve, and bear with each other. Join us this summer as we learn to master the beautiful, intentional art of living as the community Jesus envisioned! We meet at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday mornings at Cineplex Cinemas, 1175 Maple Ave, Milton. We'd love to meet you and invite you to join us there!

  6. Aug 23

    Admonish One Another | The Art of One-Anothering Week 8 | August 23rd, 2026

    Jake Troughton explores the often-misunderstood concept of biblical admonishment, shifting the focus from harsh correction to gentle, loving guidance aimed at spiritual maturity. Jake shares how true admonishment is an act of honour that helps individuals realize their full potential in Christ, as illustrated through the biblical stories of Paul and Philemon, and Jethro and Moses. By chasing wisdom and living lives conformed to Christ, believers are equipped to support and build up their neighbours in faith. Ultimately, Jake challenges the church to practice this vital art to strengthen the community and push one another to share the gospel with the nations. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Art of One-Anothering At Renew Church, we work hard at fostering authentic community — not just because it’s fun, but because it’s at the very heart of Jesus for His followers. This summer, we want to celebrate and deepen those connections with our speaking series, The Art of One-Anothering. And what better way to explore this than through a diverse lineup of familiar voices from right here within our own church family? Each speaker will share from their heart on a specific "one another" verse from Scripture, offering practical wisdom on how we can continue to love, serve, and bear with each other. Join us this summer as we learn to master the beautiful, intentional art of living as the community Jesus envisioned! We meet at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday mornings at Cineplex Cinemas, 1175 Maple Ave, Milton. We'd love to meet you and invite you to join us there!

  7. Aug 16

    Love One Another...more and more | The Art of One-Anothering Week 7 | August 16th, 2026

    In “Love One Another…more and more,” Jaime Ting reflects on Paul’s prayer in 1 Thessalonians that the church would increase and abound in love for one another and for all. This message challenges us to move beyond good intentions or convenient kindness into a Christlike love marked by both deep affection and tangible action. Jaime reminds us that growing in love means giving more of ourselves to others, caring for those inside and outside the church, and depending on Jesus to transform our hearts. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Art of One-Anothering At Renew Church, we work hard at fostering authentic community — not just because it’s fun, but because it’s at the very heart of Jesus for His followers. This summer, we want to celebrate and deepen those connections with our speaking series, The Art of One-Anothering. And what better way to explore this than through a diverse lineup of familiar voices from right here within our own church family? Each speaker will share from their heart on a specific "one another" verse from Scripture, offering practical wisdom on how we can continue to love, serve, and bear with each other. Join us this summer as we learn to master the beautiful, intentional art of living as the community Jesus envisioned! We meet at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday mornings at Cineplex Cinemas, 1175 Maple Ave, Milton. We'd love to meet you and invite you to join us there!

  8. Aug 9

    The Negative One-Anothers – What Not to Do | The Art of One-Anothering Week 6 | August 9th, 2026

    In week 6 of The Art of One-Anothering, Marek Kowalsky explores the “negative one-anothers” of the New Testament: do not lie to one another, speak against one another, or grumble against one another. These commands are more than simple rules for better behavior; they reveal deeper issues of trust, humility, patience, and our dependence on Jesus. Marek invites us to see everyday restraint as an act of love and discipleship. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Art of One-Anothering At Renew Church, we work hard at fostering authentic community — not just because it’s fun, but because it’s at the very heart of Jesus for His followers. This summer, we want to celebrate and deepen those connections with our speaking series, The Art of One-Anothering. And what better way to explore this than through a diverse lineup of familiar voices from right here within our own church family? Each speaker will share from their heart on a specific "one another" verse from Scripture, offering practical wisdom on how we can continue to love, serve, and bear with each other. Join us this summer as we learn to master the beautiful, intentional art of living as the community Jesus envisioned! We meet at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday mornings at Cineplex Cinemas, 1175 Maple Ave, Milton. We'd love to meet you and invite you to join us there!

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Renew Church podcasts, weekly messages and bonus content. Renew Church is a community of believers of the Christian faith in the Greater Toronto Area, southwestern Ontario. Learn more about us at renewchurch.ca.

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  • Creator
    Renew Church (Canada)
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    200
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