Sermons
Below you can find transcripts of sermons our clergy and guest preachers have given at recent Abbey services. They deal with current theological issues, religion and world events, and the interpretation of biblical texts.
Where possible, we provide an audio and video recording of the sermon.
Sermon preached at the Sung Eucharist on the Thirteenth Sunday after Trinity 2023
How will you engage in community with others in the Church?
The Reverend David Stanton Sub-Dean and Canon Treasurer
Sunday, 3rd September 2023
Sermon preached at Evensong on the Twelfth Sunday after Trinity 2023
'Let your gentleness be known to everyone.'
The Reverend David Stanton Canon in Residence
Sunday, 27th August 2023
Sermon preached at Evensong on the Eleventh Sunday after Trinity 2023
Humanitarianism is fundamental to the Christian faith.
The Reverend David Stanton Canon in Residence
Sunday, 20th August 2023
Sermon given at the Sung Eucharist on the Eleventh Sunday after Trinity 2023
There is no gap or limit to God’s mercy.
The Reverend Ralph Godsall Priest Vicar
Sunday, 20th August 2023
Sermon preached at Evensong on the Eighth Sunday after Trinity 2023
The dungeon shook and my chains fell off; I’m gonna grieve my Lord no more.
The Right Honourable The Lord Boateng CVO PC DL
Sunday, 30th July 2023
Sermon preached at the Sung Eucharist on the Eighth Sunday after Trinity 2023
Our life and our work can be given the dignity of revealing something of the kingdom of heaven.
The Reverend Dr James Hawkey Canon Theologian and Almoner
Sunday, 30th July 2023
