Reverend Marco Ste-Marie

Many of us have been shaken by the news from Sydney, Australia. On December 14, 2025, a Hanukkah gathering at Bondi Beach was attacked in a mass shooting that authorities are treating as an antisemitic terror attack. This was meant to be a moment of light—community, rejoicing, family, and prayer. Instead, it became a scene Read more

Hope is not merely an emotion; it’s a catalyst for action.James 2:17 states, “Faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead.” Our hope should propel us into actions that reflect our faith and impact the world around us. What needs to be done is for us to embody hope in tangible Read more

Luke 1:26–38 – Advent 1: Hope Friends, Advent begins not with a cozy scene, but with an interruption. The world around Mary is occupied, unjust, anxious. Our world is not so different: climate crisis, war, economic pressure, loneliness, and the ache many carry quietly. Into that kind of world, God speaks a “Yes.” Luke 1:26–38 Read more

Choosing God’s Way of Positivity Dear friends in faith, There comes a time in every life of faith when we must decide what kind of energy we will nurture within us. The world around us is noisy—filled with complaints, comparisons, and endless chatter that pulls our hearts away from the quiet strength of God’s peace. Read more

Love Remembered Scripture: Luke 24:13–35Key verse: “Then their eyes were opened and they recognized him; and he vanished from their sight.” (v.31) Walking the Road of Loss The story opens with two disciples walking toward Emmaus—tired, heartbroken, and unsure of what comes next. They had loved Jesus deeply. They had shared meals, laughter, and hope. Read more

PEACE IS ACTIVE, NOT PASSIVE Scripture: “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” (Matthew 5:9) Why it matters Jesus did not say, “Blessed are the peacekeepers”—those who avoid conflict at all costs. He said, “Blessed are the peacemakers.” A peacemaker does the hard work of building peace where it does Read more