Summerside Community Church

Glory's Divine Invitation

Join Tracy as she unpacks Romans 8:17-21, guiding us to reexamine our understanding of God's character beyond the distortions of cultural, familial, and theological biases. In this enlightening discussion, Tracy introduces the idea of learning through unlearning, encouraging us to shed the 'man-made structures' or idols that misshape our perception of God. She challenges us to make daily decisions that reflect our true identity as God's children rather than falling into an 'orphan' mentality ...

Grace Without End

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June 23

Join Josh as he unpacks the profound themes of Romans 8, focusing on the crucial distinction between living according to the flesh and the spirit. In his message, Josh emphasizes how a focus on spiritual matters leads to peace and vitality, contrasting it with the decay brought by carnal desires. He connects these concepts with broader biblical teachings from Colossians and Philemon, showing the tangible benefits of a Spirit-led life. Through personal stories and scriptural examples, Josh dem...

Unshakeable Foundations

Explore how timeless wisdom in Romans 8 offers a solid foundation in faith, contrasting modern trends with spiritual truths.

Now Requires Faith

Join guest speaker Bruce Belair as he explores the enriching experience of welcoming the Holy Spirit into our daily lives, emphasizing the importance of confession and transparency for spiritual growth. In this inspiring message, Bruce discusses how unconfessed sins can continue to influence us and shares how acknowledging these can lead to liberation and a deeper connection with God. He portrays the church not just as a building, but as a vital transformation center where believers confront ...

Learning God's Story

Join Tracy as she shares a compelling message on remaining lifelong learners of God's unfolding story. Tracy emphasizes the importance of maintaining a childlike curiosity in our spiritual development, drawing from personal stories and scripture to encourage an open-hearted approach to growth. She explores the narrative roles we assume in our lives—victim, villain, hero, guide—and how these perspectives shape our reactions to life's challenges. By comparing our spiritual journeys to literatur...

The Wounds that Pierce

Join guest speaker Henk Visser as he discusses the critical importance of addressing and healing from trauma to fulfill our spiritual purpose. Drawing from Hebrews 12:1, Henk emphasizes how releasing the burdens of unhealed wounds allows us to passionately pursue our life's race. He explores the concept of trauma as overwhelming experiences that leave deep marks on our souls, affecting our thoughts, choices, and feelings. Using personal stories and biblical references like Caleb and David, He...

Witness the Waiting

Join Tracy as she shares a compelling sermon on the significant role of the Holy Spirit in empowering believers, marked by its global celebration. Focusing on Acts 1:1-9, she explains how Jesus prepared His disciples to receive the Holy Spirit, highlighting this not only as a historical event but as a continuous source of empowerment for Christians everywhere. Tracy explores how this essential guidance is crucial for fulfilling Jesus' mission, transforming ordinary individuals into powerful w...

Surrender to Holy Spirit's Love

Join Heather as she offers a fresh perspective on the Holy Spirit, presenting Him not just as a divine force but as a personal friend and guide. In our series leading up to Pentecost Sunday, Heather explores the unique personality of the Holy Spirit—complete with emotions, a will, and a mind—highlighting His crucial role in our faith journey. She illustrates how the Holy Spirit is an integral member of the Trinity, seeking deep, personal connections with each of us. Drawing from biblical stor...

A Heart Like David

Join Colby as he explores the essential role of the Holy Spirit in cleansing and renewing our spirits, inspired by Psalm 51. In this sermon, Colby introduces the Holy Spirit’s crucial function within the Trinity, focusing on its mission to sanctify believers from within. He shares a compelling experience from Madagascar, demonstrating how the Holy Spirit can significantly influence our views and daily actions. Linking this to the Spirit's presence during creation and its enduring influence ac...

Yield and Witness His Power

Join Tracy as she reveals the multifaceted roles of the Holy Spirit as a gift, friend, comforter, and guide, accessible to all who follow Jesus. Drawing from Acts 2:38-39, Tracy emphasizes the blessing of the Holy Spirit that comes with repentance and baptism. She digs into the spiritual gifts discussed in 1 Corinthians—wisdom, knowledge, faith—and how these gifts serve the community and further God’s kingdom within the church. Tracy's talk is a powerful look at the Holy Spirit's crucial role...

Unlocking True Freedom

Join Josh as he explores the dynamic role of the Holy Spirit in achieving true freedom from sin and fostering spiritual growth. In this thought-provoking sermon, Josh dives into the teachings of Galatians 5, highlighting the constant battle between our selfish and spiritual desires. He emphasizes that the Holy Spirit is more than a source of comfort—it actively assists us in overcoming our sins and guiding us toward developing qualities such as love, joy, peace, and self-control. Through pers...

Promise of the Spirit

Join Tracy as she shares insights into deepening our relationship with the Holy Spirit, highlighting His crucial role in our spiritual growth and everyday life. This sermon revisits key biblical teachings and personal testimonies that illustrate the Holy Spirit not only as a comforter and guide but as the dynamic presence of God shaping our lives. From the analogy of Jesus as the vine in John 15, where we are the branches that flourish through His support, to the transformation of Peter at Pe...

April 7

Join Tracy as she brings to life the teachings of Psalm 23, inviting us to reflect on our relationship with the Good Shepherd. In this insightful sermon, she explores the analogy of us as sheep, guided and cared for by a loving Shepherd. Tracy prompts us to consider who or what truly leads us in life - be it divine guidance or the myriad distractions and influences around us. She discusses how challenges and hardships serve as opportunities for growth, much like muscles gaining strength from ...

The Cross Shaped Life

Join Tracy as she reflects on Holy Week's impact on our personal growth and understanding of humility. She contrasts Jesus' modest entry into Jerusalem against the grand displays of power often seen today, highlighting Jesus' core messages of peace, selfless love, and modesty. Tracy walks us through Holy Week's pivotal moments, from Palm Sunday's celebrations to Good Friday's reflection and Easter Sunday's victory, emphasizing Jesus' mission to reconnect humanity through his ultimate act of s...

The Overflow Effect of Anointing

Join Josh as he beautifully intertwines the message of Psalm 23:5 with the humility of Jesus during Palm Sunday, capturing the heart of divine anointing. He delves into the essence of being anointed by God, emphasizing that it's not a call to prominence but to serve in humility, reflecting the love and servitude of Jesus. Anointing, Josh explains, is like being marked by God’s presence, which changes us and enables us to mirror God’s nature to those around us. It's purposeful, preparing and p...

The Table Is Ready For You

Join Tracy as she explores the comforting promise of Psalm 23, focusing on the powerful image of God preparing a table amid our challenges. She encourages us to reflect on where our focus lies: the endless comparisons with those around us or on the unwavering presence of the Good Shepherd. Tracy guides us to see how shifting our focus to God, who thoughtfully sets a table amid our adversities, can change our perspective from fear to trust and from scarcity to provision. She connects the sermo...

Embracing the Corrective Care of the Good Shepherd

Join Tracy as she explores the profound message of Psalm 23:4, offering insights into David's transition from talking about God to engaging directly with Him. This video delves into the symbolism of the shepherd's rod and staff, illustrating God's guidance, protection, discipline, and comfort in our lives. Tracy draws parallels between the shepherd leading his flock through rough terrains and our spiritual journey through life's valleys under God's care. Discover how embracing our vulnerabili...

Life and Holy Fire

Colby's message, inspired by Romans 8:1-11, emphasizes the transformative freedom and life found in living by the Spirit rather than the flesh. He shares powerful experiences from his mission trip to Mexico, illustrating the Holy Spirit's active and dynamic role in delivering and healing people through the power of prayer and the proclamation of Jesus' name. Colby contrasts the life-giving presence of the Spirit with the death-bringing nature of the flesh, urging us to live according to the S...

Valleys Unveiled: Trusting the Shepherd in Life's Shadows

Join Tracy as she shares "Valleys Unveiled: Trusting the Shepherd in the Shadows," a compelling exploration of Psalm 23's shift from discussing the Shepherd to engaging directly with Him. This sermon uncovers the essence of deepening our relationship with God, especially during life's challenging periods. Tracy masterfully illustrates the metaphor of valleys in our lives, emphasizing the necessity of these experiences for spiritual growth. Through a closer look at David's reflections, we lear...

The Surrendered Life

Tracy shares reflections drawn from personal experiences and the timeless wisdom of Psalm 23. Reflecting on a life shaped by the example of a father deeply rooted in faith and humility, Tracy emphasizes the critical need for seeking God's direction. In an era where independence is often valued above all, the message redirects us to acknowledge our essential reliance on God. By weaving together scripture references and real-life examples, Tracy encourages us to explore our own relationship w...

The Sound of Stillness

Josh shares insights into the serene promise of Psalm 23, focusing on "he leads me beside still waters," and its connection to the peace promised by Jesus through the Holy Spirit in John 14.

In The Presence of The Loving Saviour

In Colby's message, he takes a unique reflection on Psalm 23, using Nicky Cruz's transformative story to illustrate the Psalm's themes of restoration and guidance by the Good Shepherd. Nicky's life, once mired in violence and despair, dramatically changed when he encountered the love of Jesus, a journey that echoes the comforting presence of the shepherd in Psalm 23. Colby draws attention to our inherent need for God’s presence and guidance, as vividly depicted in the Psalm. He emphasizes tha...

The King is a Shepherd

Humanity, The Target of God

Check out Josh Hoffert’s latest message, "Humanity, The Target of God". We're talking about how we fit into God's big picture, inspired by Job's story and his challenges.

Scripture Is Life: Finding Jesus In The Middle

Join Tracy as she guides us through an inspiring look at the Book of Revelation. It’s like fixing up your soul, where we learn to face our challenges with Jesus by our side. Tracy talks about how admitting our struggles and fighting off shame becomes easier with Christ’s love. It’s all about growing stronger together, leaning on the truths in the Bible, and finding comfort in Jesus’ forgiveness, especially when we feel weak. Let’s dive into this heartwarming message and see how Scripture can ...

I am the Light of the World

On Christmas Eve, Tracy explores the significance of Jesus' statement, 'I am the light of the world' as described in John 8:12. She highlights the contrast between light and darkness, emphasizing the way following Jesus can illuminate our lives, leading us away from confusion and obscurity. Tracy stresses the importance of not simply recognizing Jesus as the light, but actively pursuing Him. This message invites us to place our trust in Jesus, allowing His light to lead us in our personal and...

I am the True Vine

Josh explores Jesus' declaration of being the true vine in John 15, highlighting its Jewish roots and the significance of spiritual pruning for Christians. He emphasizes the importance of connection with Christ for a fruitful existence, and the need for personal and communal transformation within the church. Josh invites listeners to experience Jesus as He truly is and to seek a deeper connection with the Father through the Holy Spirit.

I am the Good Shepherd

The "I Am" series continues with Jesus declaring Himself as the Good Shepherd. The sermon emphasizes God's sacrificial love for His sheep, contrasting the Good Shepherd with a hireling and exposing false perceptions of God. Old Testament references enrich the narrative, inviting the congregation to embrace the transformative truth that the Good Shepherd is present, protective, and passionately loving.

I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life

Tracy discusses Jesus' profound declaration in John 14:6 as 'the way, the truth, and the life,' connecting it to human longing and the journey back to God. She delves into the Garden of Eden's narrative, revealing how Jesus fulfills our deepest desires and overcomes barriers between humanity and God. The sermon also emphasizes the role of the Holy Spirit and the significance of discipleship and obedience in experiencing life with God.

I am the Resurrection and the Life

Josh's sermon examines Jesus' statement, "I am the resurrection and the life" in John 11, centered on his encounter with Martha in Bethany and Lazarus' death. Emphasizing Jesus as the Christ, Josh connects this event to Old Testament themes of resurrection, redemption, and restoration. The sermon delves into Jesus' humanity, showing his genuine emotions during Lazarus' passing. Josh then compares Jesus' call for surrender to the rich young ruler's story, underscoring the need for total commit...

Christ, Our Open Door

Colby discusses Jesus' self-designation as "the gate" or "the door" in John 10:7, using the fall of the Berlin Wall as a metaphor for Jesus breaking down barriers. He challenges the view of all religions being equal, emphasizing the exclusive nature of the gospel and the call for a deeper relationship with Jesus. The message addresses the recurring theme in John of Jesus being on trial, and poses a critical question about Jesus' true identity. Colby urges a genuine pursuit of Jesus, moving be...

I Am The Bread Of Life

Pastor Tracy Linkletter Message from November 12, 2023.

I am the Bread of Life

Tracy discusses Jesus' "I am the bread of life" statement, linking it to the "I Am" names He uses. She connects these names to the larger Scripture story, particularly the exodus and God's provision of manna. Focusing on the miracles of feeding the 5000 and 4000, Tracy illustrates Jesus as the Bread of Life for all. The sermon addresses the tension in Jesus' teachings, particularly about consuming his flesh and blood, and encourages staying faithful to Jesus' word for deeper understanding. T...

What Is Worship

Heather Shea Message from November 5, 2023.

What is Worship?

In her sermon, Heather discusses encountering God through worship, which goes beyond music and into a lifestyle of surrender. She emphasizes the Word of God as our sword in life's challenges, as Jesus demonstrated in the wilderness. Worship, in its biblical definition of bowing down, requires surrender and sacrifice. It's a costly act of giving our affection to God, as in the greatest commandment of loving Him with all our heart, soul, and mind. This form of worship transforms us, leading to ...

Encountering God Through The Scriptures

Pastor Tracy Linkletter Message from October 29, 2023.

Look To Jesus

Colby Lidstone Message from October 15, 2023.

Distracted By Headlines

Pastor Tracy Linkletter Message from Message, October 8, 2023.

Are You Following Jesus In The Crowd Or As A Disciple?

Pastor Tracy Linkletter Message from October 2, 2023.

Dwellers In The Kingdom Of God Are Like...

Scott Nash Message from September 24, 2023.

Casting The Divine Net: Seeking A Righteous Bride

Colby Lidstone Message from September 17, 2023

The Kingdom Of God: A Disruption To The Modern World

Josh Hoffert Message from September 10, 2023.

The Unveiling Of Things Long Hidden

Pastor Tracy Linkletter Message from September 3, 2023.

Are Your Eyes Seeing And Your Ears Hearing?

Pastor Tracy Linkletter Message from August 27, 2023.

Jesus: The Fulfillment Of The Plan

Josh Hoffert Message from August 20, 2023.

Foreshadowing Jesus

Josh Hoffert Message from August 13, 2023.

Restoring The Fire

Colby Lidstone Message from August 6, 2023.

Testimonies From Niagara

Message from July 30, 2023.

The Beatitudes: Questions and Responses

Pastor Tracy Linkletter Message from July 23, 2023.