Join us for Canon Tim Clayton's sermon, Epiphany 4 Epiphany in the Temple and at the Foot of the Cross An epiphany is a sudden, profound moment of realization, insight, or understanding, often described as an "aha moment," where a simple occurrence reveals a deeper meaning or truth, changing one's perspective. A flash of insight: A moment of sudden clarity or understanding, like a light bulb turning on, where everything suddenly makes sense. A transformative realization: A discovery that provides a new, deeper perspective on oneself, a problem, or the world, leading to significant change. This week Tim looks at the story of The Presentation of Jesus in the Temple and the story of John and Mary at the foot of the cross. In these powerful stories we see the beauty and revelation of Jesus. At Trinity we want to be a haven from the insanity of what is happening in our cities and towns, and at the same time, we want to touch on real and deep issues so that we might find peace and share hope amidst the chaos of this season. We know that the beautiful gospel of Jesus is for all times, including the one that we are living through now. Where do we find a future and a hope? Join us as Tim shares a deep and insightful message for our times. From our reading in John 25: "…Meanwhile, standing near the cross of Jesus were his mother, and his mother’s sister, Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary Magdalene. When Jesus saw his mother and the disciple whom he loved standing beside her, he said to his mother, ‘Woman, here is your son.’ Then he said to the disciple, ‘Here is your mother.’ And from that hour the disciple took her into his own home." From our reading in Luke 2: Simeon took him in his arms and praised God, saying, ‘Master, now you are dismissing your servant in peace, according to your word; for my eyes have seen your salvation, which you have prepared in the presence of all peoples, a light for revelation to the Gentiles and for glory to your people Israel.’ And the child’s father and mother were amazed at what was being said about him. Then Simeon blessed them and said to his mother Mary, ‘This child is destined for the falling and the rising of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be opposed so that the inner thoughts of many will be revealed—and a sword will pierce your own soul too.’ Saturday Sunset Services at 4 pm Join us in person in downtown Beverly, MA this season on Dane Street. Details on our website services page. https://www.trinitynorthshore.org/services Connect with us at https://www.trinitynorthshore.org, follow us on our Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/trinitynorthshore, on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/trinitynorthshore May the Peace of God be with you today.
