Pastor of Formation & Mission Benjamin Kandt ends our year and Advent series, preaching from Psalm 27:8. He focuses on the importance of both desire and discipline in our journey of seeking God. He contrasts various cultural perspectives on desire, from the postmodern focus on the journey itself to Eastern philosophies that view desire as a source …

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Jesus of Nazareth - the Boy & the Man (Luke 2:1-52) © New City Presbyterian Church, 25 December 2024. newcitypresbyterian.church Unless otherwise indicated, Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All ri…

Senior Pastor Damein Schitter continues our Advent series, Seeing Everyone Enjoy the King, preaching from Isaiah 65:17-25. Anchored in God’s promises, Pastor Damein confronts the pitfalls of complacency and triumphalism in our pursuit of hope for the future. Complacency risks making us passive, while triumphalism tempts us to rely solely on human e…

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from the archives: "Jesus and Artemis" (Acts 19:21-41) This sermon was originally preached by Jason in 2019, in a series on Acts at Horizon Reformed Christian Fellowship, and is being re-released here to further the conversations we are currently enjoying in our small groups at New City Pressie this term. Many thanks to Horizon for granting us perm…

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Pastor of Formation & Mission Benjamin Kandt continues our Advent series, Seeing Everyone Enjoy the King, preaching from Isaiah 61. He invites us to reflect on the concept of a "false summit" in our understanding of God's promises, particularly regarding the separation between vengeance and favor. How does Jesus' role serve as the pivotal bridge in…

from the archives: "Jesus our Saviour & Lord" (Acts 19:11-20) This sermon was originally preached by Jason in 2019, in a series on Acts at Horizon Reformed Christian Fellowship, and is being re-released here to further the conversations we are currently enjoying in our small groups at New City Pressie this term. Many thanks to Horizon for granting …

Pastor of Formation & Mission Benjamin Kandt continues our Advent series, Seeing Everyone Enjoy the King, preaching from Genesis 4:26. Pastor Ben unravels the cultural mandate seen in Genesis 4:17-25, highlighting humanity's quest for security and civilization despite the fall. Cain’s city-building, alongside the cultural contributions of his desce…

The Grace in the Torah © New City Presbyterian Church, 8 December 2024. newcitypresbyterian.church Unless otherwise indicated, Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. The ESV text ma…

from the archives: "The Baptism of John & Jesus" (Acts 18:24-19:10) This sermon was originally preached by Jason in 2019, in a series on Acts at Horizon Reformed Christian Fellowship, and is being re-released here to further the conversations we are currently enjoying in our small groups at New City Pressie this term. Many thanks to Horizon for gra…

Senior Pastor Damein Schitter begins our Advent series, SEEK: Seeing Everyone Enjoy the King, by preaching from Psalm 8. This series will trace the themes of creation, fall, redemption, and consummation, all interwoven with the power of prayer. In this sermon though, Pastor Damein shows how Psalm 8 illuminates humanity's unique role in reflecting G…

"True Greatness" (Tim Wise; Colossians 1:15-23). © New City Presbyterian Church, 01 December 2024. newcitypresbyterian.church Unless otherwise indicated, Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All right…

Men's Brekkie Talk: "Christ's Pre-Eminence" (Daniel Faulkner; Colossians 1:15-23). New City Presbyterian Church, Men's Brekkie Talk. © New City Presbyterian Church, 30 November 2024. newcitypresbyterian.church Unless otherwise indicated, Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Cr…

Ladies' Coffee & Cake Talk: "The Main Thing is to Keep the Main Thing the Main Thing" (Janet Kok; Colossians 1:15-23). New City Presbyterian Church, Ladies' Coffee & Cake Talk. © New City Presbyterian Church, 29 November 2024. newcitypresbyterian.church Unless otherwise indicated, Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, Englis…

from the archives: "The Real Story of Acts 18" (Acts 18:1-23) This sermon was originally preached by Jason in 2019, in a series on Acts at Horizon Reformed Christian Fellowship, and is being re-released here to further the conversations we are currently enjoying in our small groups at New City Pressie this term. Many thanks to Horizon for granting …

In this final sermon in our Leviticus Is For Lovers series, Pastor of Formation & Mission Benjamin Kandt preaches from Leviticus 25, exploring the transformative power of rest, economic fairness, and compassion for the poor. He reflects on Tim Keller's insights into early Christian generosity, where personal integrity met radical economic sharing, …

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from the archives: "Life & Breath & Everything Else" (Acts 17:16-34) This sermon was originally preached by Jason in 2019, in a series on Acts at Horizon Reformed Christian Fellowship, and is being re-released here to further the conversations we are currently enjoying in our small groups at New City Pressie this term. Many thanks to Horizon for gr…

Senior Pastor Damein Schitter continues our series, Leviticus Is For Lovers, preaching from Leviticus 20. Pastor Damein takes us us through the depths of cultural and spiritual misunderstandings surrounding sex. He explains how society has diluted sex into mere recreational activities, often overlooking the spiritual implications. Using Leviticus 2…

A Holy Priesthood in the Presence of God © New City Presbyterian Church, 17 November 2024. newcitypresbyterian.church Unless otherwise indicated, Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserv…

from the archives: "Inevitable" (Acts 17:1-15) This sermon was originally preached by Jason in 2019, in a series on Acts at Horizon Reformed Christian Fellowship, and is being re-released here to further the conversations we are currently enjoying in our small groups at New City Pressie this term. Many thanks to Horizon for granting us permission t…

Pastor of Formation & Mission Benjamin Kandt continues our fall series, Leviticus Is For Lovers, preaching from chapter 18. In it, he challenges prevalent cultural narratives and offers a deeply theological perspective on our sexuality. Pastor Ben shows how faith intersects with personal desires and cultural expectations, emphasizing the transforma…

A Holy Life in the Presence of God © New City Presbyterian Church, 10 November 2024. newcitypresbyterian.church Unless otherwise indicated, Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Th…

from the archives: "A Deeper Reality" (Acts 16:16-40) This sermon was originally preached by Jason in 2019, in a series on Acts at Horizon Reformed Christian Fellowship, and is being re-released here to further the conversations we are currently enjoying in our small groups at New City Pressie this term. Many thanks to Horizon for granting us permi…

Senior Pastor Damein Schitter continues our fall series, Leviticus Is For Lovers, preaching from Leviticus 19. He connects the teachings here in Leviticus with New Testament calls to live purposefully, in order to uncover the timeless value of compassion, justice, and holiness. Holiness transcends mere behavior; it's about belonging to God and livi…

Our Purity & the Presence of God © New City Presbyterian Church, 3 November 2024. newcitypresbyterian.church Unless otherwise indicated, Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. The E…

from the archives: "The Lord's Work" (Acts 16:6-15) This sermon was originally preached by Jason in 2019, in a series on Acts at Horizon Reformed Christian Fellowship, and is being re-released here to further the conversations we are currently enjoying in our small groups at New City Pressie this term. Many thanks to Horizon for granting us permiss…

Pastor of Formation & Mission Benjamin Kandt continues our fall series, Leviticus Is For Lovers, preaching on the themes of atonement and holiness from the ritual in Leviticus 16. He explores the high priest’s critical role in bridging the gap between God and His people, and the crucial symbolism of the scapegoat carrying away the sins of Israel. H…

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from the archives: "Freedom & Motive" (Acts 15:36-16:5) This sermon was originally preached by Jason in 2019, in a series on Acts at Horizon Reformed Christian Fellowship, and is being re-released here to further the conversations we are currently enjoying in our small groups at New City Pressie this term. Many thanks to Horizon for granting us per…

Pastor of Formation & Mission Benjamin Kandt continues our fall series, Leviticus Is For Lovers, preaching from a selection of texts from Leviticus 10-15. Drawing on Jonathan Haidt's moral foundations theory, he uncovers how the principles in this section of Leviticus still echo in our political landscapes and personal beliefs, urging us to rethink…

Our Offerings & the Presence of God © New City Presbyterian Church, 20 October 2024. newcitypresbyterian.church Unless otherwise indicated, Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Th…

from the archives: "Becoming God's People" (Acts 15:1-35) This sermon was originally preached by Jason in 2019, in a series on Acts at Horizon Reformed Christian Fellowship, and is being re-released here to further the conversations we are currently enjoying in our small groups at New City Pressie this term. Many thanks to Horizon for granting us p…

Pastor of Congregation Care & Missions Jason Dunn continues our series, Leviticus Is For Lovers, preaching from a selection of texts in Leviticus 8, 9, and 10. He explores the theme of consecration in worship and its profound implications for believers today. There, we see that Leviticus offers a path to holiness that defies cultural pressures. Thr…

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Pastor of Formation & Mission Benjamin Kandt continues our fall series, Leviticus Is For Lovers, preaching from Leviticus 6:13. He reflects on his own quest to cultivate a community centered around prayer, realizing the vital role of God’s presence, as symbolized by the biblical fire in this verse. His story underscores the enduring importance of p…

"The Path of Holiness" (Ephesians 5:1-16; Bill Conway) © New City Presbyterian Church, 6 October 2024. newcitypresbyterian.church Unless otherwise indicated, Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All r…

Senior Pastor Damein Schitter continues our fall series, Leviticus Is For Lovers, preaching from the Leviticus 4:1-14, where unintentional sins and their intricate sacrificial rituals reveal a deeper spiritual truth. Pastor Damein draws vivid parallels between contemporary everyday actions and ancient practices, underscoring that ignorance never ex…

"Renewed Minds" (Ephesians 4:17-32; Bill Conway) © New City Presbyterian Church, 29 September 2024. newcitypresbyterian.church Unless otherwise indicated, Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All righ…

Senior Pastor Damein Schitter continues our fall series, Leviticus is for Lovers, preaching from Leviticus 3. He revisits the theme of atonement, emphasizing its role in bridging the gap between us and God, and moves into the heart of the message: God's invitation to fellowship. The laws for peace offerings in Leviticus 3 are not just about legal s…

The Visible Church (Jude) © New City Presbyterian Church, 22 September 2024. newcitypresbyterian.church Unless otherwise indicated, Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. The ESV te…

Senior Pastor Damein Schitter kicks off our fall series, Leviticus is For Lovers, preaching from Leviticus 1. He tackles the cultural distance and perceived obscurity head-on, revealing profound insights into God's character and His values. By slowing down and examining the priestly and sacrificial systems, Pastor Damein connects the dots from thes…

Jesus' Vision of "Church" (1 Corinthians 10:31-11:1) © New City Presbyterian Church, 15 September 2024. newcitypresbyterian.church Unless otherwise indicated, Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All …

Special Guest Preacher, the Rev Dr Irwyn Ince preaches from Hebrews 13:7-16. What does it mean to live a life of unwavering faith in Jesus Christ? How can we persevere through the trials and tribulations of our Christian journey? Pastor Irwyn highlights the critical message of Hebrews 13:8: "Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.…

"Do You Have a Saviour?" (Psalm 62) © New City Presbyterian Church, 08 September 2024. newcitypresbyterian.church Unless otherwise indicated, Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. …

Pastor of Congregational Care and Missions Jason Dunn preaches about the covenantal relationship between Jonathan and David from 1 Samuel 18, illuminating the power of friendship and loyalty. Inspired by Justin Earley's book "Made for People" and insightful research on the perils of chronic loneliness, Pastor Jason helps challenge the notion that m…

"O My Soul!" (Psalm 103) © New City Presbyterian Church, 01 September 2024. newcitypresbyterian.church Unless otherwise indicated, Scripture quotations are from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. The ESV tex…

Pastor of Formation & Mission Benjamin Kandt concludes our Vision series on the Lord's Prayer and its transformative power in shaping our spiritual journey. Pastor Ben differentiates between character-building trials and temptations that derail us. The petition "Lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil" serves as our anchor, guiding ref…