Sermons from St. Stephen's Boise

St. Stephen's Boise
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St. Stephen's in Boise, Idaho, is an Episcopal church on a mission to know Christ and to make Christ known to others. We are a welcoming, inclusive, sacramental, and liturgical tradition, and our weekly sermons engage the scriptures of the day and the events of our lives.Learn more about St. Stephen's at www.ststephensboise.org.

  1. Jul 6

    The Kindness and Grace of Freedom | The Sermon on 07/05/26

    Our bishop, The Rt. Rev. Jos Tharakan, preached during his annual visit to St. Stephen's! Channeling the experience of Rebecca, it is kindness that marks her story. Bishop Jos shared part of his own story, that kindness is how he has come to know freedom in America -- not as something to hold on to but to give freely -- like grace. + We're a church on a mission to know Christ and to make Christ known to others. Visit St. Stephen's online: www.ststephensboise.org

  2. Jun 29

    Reaching Our Limits | The Sermon on 06/28/26

    The Binding of Isaac in Genesis 22 presents us with a difficult story, one in which we reach our limits of understanding. As listeners, we may need to be prepared to hear the story as people, like Isaac, who are bound -- that our help will not come from ourselves but from God whose intention is to rescue us. + We're a church on a mission to know Christ and to make Christ known to others. Visit St. Stephen's online: www.ststephensboise.org

  3. Jun 22

    Knowing the God Who Sees and Hears | The Sermon on 06/21/26

    The narrative of the book of Genesis takes a slight detour away from the "main" story to tell the of Hagar and Ishmael. Through the lens of their desparation and need, we learn more about the God who sees and hears. + We're a church on a mission to know Christ and to make Christ known to others. Visit St. Stephen's online: www.ststephensboise.org

  4. Jun 15

    Embrace Holy Mystery: God's Unimaginable Works

    Join us as we delve into the story of Isaac's miraculous birth and the unfolding wonder of God's promises. This episode explores how divine acts defy human logic, urging us to keep room in our hearts for the unimaginable. We reflect on personal stories of faith, resilience, and divine presence in our lives, discovering how these narratives connect us to the larger tapestry of God's work. Like Sarah and Abraham, whose laughter turned to joy, we learn to see God's hand in both the extraordinary and the everyday. As we share our stories, we become active participants in God's ongoing narrative, just as the disciples were. Through acts of love and service, we find our place in the divine story, living out our faith with hope and courage. How will you keep space for the unimaginable in your life?

  5. Jun 8

    Welcome, Bishop Thom! | The Sermon on 06/07/26

    We were thrilled to welcome our retired bishop, The Rt. Rev. Brian Thom, to celebrate and preach at St. Stephen's! + We're a church on a mission to know Christ and to make Christ known to others. Visit St. Stephen's online: www.ststephensboise.org

  6. Jun 1

    Exploring the Mystery of the Trinity

    Join us on Trinity Sunday as we delve into the profound mystery of the Holy Trinity. Unlike other feast days, today we are invited not to celebrate a singular event, but to marvel at God's relational nature. The concept of the Trinity—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—though not explicitly named in the Bible, is deeply rooted in scripture and tradition. We explore how the Trinity is not merely a theological puzzle but the very essence of God’s identity. This sermon challenges us to reflect on how the image of the Triune God is imprinted in us, urging us to recognize this divine likeness in every person we encounter. Through prayer and reflection, may we embrace the unity and love exemplified by the Trinity, striving to see God's image in all humanity and to love with the same depth and endurance.

  7. May 26

    A Christianity of Transformation | The Sermon on 05/24/26

    Carol McCoy offers her final sermon at St. Stephen's as a seminarian. As we gather on the Day of Pentecost, we are encouraged to know the Holy Spirit as bringer of new life and transforming power! + We're a church on a mission to know Christ and to make Christ known to others. Visit St. Stephen's online: www.ststephensboise.org

  8. May 18

    Living the Easter Story Today

    As we near the close of the great fifty days of Easter, we reflect on the transformative power of the resurrection in our lives. This podcast episode explores the journey of the disciples from fear to faith, uncertainty to trust, and timid questioning to bold proclamation, as chronicled throughout Eastertide and the Book of Acts. Despite initial doubts and eagerness to fast-forward their mission, the disciples learn to embrace their new roles as witnesses to Jesus. As we delve into their journey, we also consider our own call to bear witness to Jesus in our daily lives. Whether in moments of joy or challenges, earth is where we are called to be Christ's witnesses, showing His presence in all things. Join us as we explore how to live out this new life here and now, making Jesus known in the world around us.

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St. Stephen's in Boise, Idaho, is an Episcopal church on a mission to know Christ and to make Christ known to others. We are a welcoming, inclusive, sacramental, and liturgical tradition, and our weekly sermons engage the scriptures of the day and the events of our lives.Learn more about St. Stephen's at www.ststephensboise.org.

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