Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:41:35 -0400 https://trinityburke.buzzsprout.com en-us © 2026 Trinity Church Burke yes a1c4fde6-9ba7-5e7f-9f31-44c1412f5401 matt@trinityburke.com Trinity Church Burke episodic false Welcome to Trinity Burke's podcast! Check out our page to listen to sermons, updates, interviews, and much more. We would love to have you listen in and join us on Sunday morning!

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Trinity Church Burke matt@trinityburke.com https://storage.buzzsprout.com/0rzdsebzk57ymvcy2a5rqm2jxvw7?.jpg https://trinityburke.buzzsprout.com Rev. Dr. Mary Hayes Rev. Hannah King Rev. Matt Desmarais Rev. Mike Seawright Lectionary: Parable of the Sower // Matthew 13 // Sunday, July 12, 2026 This Sunday, Pastor Mike explored Jesus' Parable of the Sower from Matthew 13, reminding us that the way we listen to God's Word shapes the kind of spiritual fruit we bear. The central message was beautifully simple: good soil is a heart that truly hears the Word and puts it all together—not just checking a box, but letting Scripture reorganize our lives and deepen our roots. The invitation for all of us is to create space to really listen to God—put away distractions, open our Bibles, ask follow-up questions, and trust that He is speaking and at work in us.

]]> This Sunday, Pastor Mike explored Jesus' Parable of the Sower from Matthew 13, reminding us that the way we listen to God's Word shapes the kind of spiritual fruit we bear. The central message was beautifully simple: good soil is a heart that truly hears the Word and puts it all together—not just checking a box, but letting Scripture reorganize our lives and deepen our roots. The invitation for all of us is to create space to really listen to God—put away distractions, open our Bibles, ask follow-up questions, and trust that He is speaking and at work in us.

]]> Rev. Mike Seawright Buzzsprout-19488290 Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:00:00 -0400 1736 1 20 full false Lectionary: I Will Give You Rest - Matthew 11:25-30 - July 5, 2026 In Matthew 11:28, Jesus offers His beautiful invitation: "Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." Pastor Matt's sermon reminded us that true soul-rest isn't found through our own efforts or achievements, but by approaching Jesus with childlike humility and recognizing that He alone is the way to the Father. Just as a young ox learns by walking alongside an experienced one, we are invited to take up Jesus' yoke—not to carry our burdens alone, but to walk beside our gentle and lowly Savior who shares the load and teaches us along the way.

]]> In Matthew 11:28, Jesus offers His beautiful invitation: "Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." Pastor Matt's sermon reminded us that true soul-rest isn't found through our own efforts or achievements, but by approaching Jesus with childlike humility and recognizing that He alone is the way to the Father. Just as a young ox learns by walking alongside an experienced one, we are invited to take up Jesus' yoke—not to carry our burdens alone, but to walk beside our gentle and lowly Savior who shares the load and teaches us along the way.

]]> Rev. Matt Desmarais Buzzsprout-19454652 Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:00:00 -0400 1870 1 19 full false Lectionary: Matthew 10:34-42 - The Cost of Following Jesus - June 28, 2026 This Sunday's sermon explored Matthew 10:34-42, where Jesus prepares his disciples for the real costs of following him—including strained relationships, sacrifice, and even laying down one's life. Pastor Mike reminded us that while saying yes to Jesus requires counting the cost, the life of faith isn't only about grand gestures; it's also built through small, everyday acts of grace like offering a cup of cold water, writing a note, or simply being present with others. The invitation for all of us is to live with open hands, freely giving and receiving, trusting that whatever we surrender to God, he promises to restore and multiply in ways beyond what we can imagine.

]]> This Sunday's sermon explored Matthew 10:34-42, where Jesus prepares his disciples for the real costs of following him—including strained relationships, sacrifice, and even laying down one's life. Pastor Mike reminded us that while saying yes to Jesus requires counting the cost, the life of faith isn't only about grand gestures; it's also built through small, everyday acts of grace like offering a cup of cold water, writing a note, or simply being present with others. The invitation for all of us is to live with open hands, freely giving and receiving, trusting that whatever we surrender to God, he promises to restore and multiply in ways beyond what we can imagine.

]]> Rev. Mike Seawright Buzzsprout-19420802 Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:00:00 -0400 1647 1 18 full false Lectionary: Have No Fear - June 21, 2026 This week's sermon explored Matthew 10, where Jesus honestly prepares His disciples for the challenges of following Him—from persecution to being called before authorities—while also commanding them three times to "fear not." Pastor Mary reminded us that we can live without fear because Jesus Himself sends us, promises His Spirit will speak through us, and values us more than we can imagine. As we face our own challenging situations at work, home, or in our neighborhoods, we're invited to trust that we're on Jesus' team, He has our backs, and the victory celebration at the end will be greater than anything we can imagine.

]]> This week's sermon explored Matthew 10, where Jesus honestly prepares His disciples for the challenges of following Him—from persecution to being called before authorities—while also commanding them three times to "fear not." Pastor Mary reminded us that we can live without fear because Jesus Himself sends us, promises His Spirit will speak through us, and values us more than we can imagine. As we face our own challenging situations at work, home, or in our neighborhoods, we're invited to trust that we're on Jesus' team, He has our backs, and the victory celebration at the end will be greater than anything we can imagine.

]]> Rev. Mary Hayes Buzzsprout-19384357 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:00:00 -0400 1298 1 17 full false Lectionary: The Harvest is Plentiful, the Laborers Few - June 14, 2026 Pastor Mike explored Matthew 9:35-10:15 alongside Romans 5, reminding us that Jesus sees our deepest needs with compassion and calls ordinary people—not because of their gifts, but simply because He chooses them—to share in His work of bringing hope and healing to others. The good news is that we don't have to muster up our own strength or prove ourselves worthy; Jesus gives us His authority and sends us out with open hands to freely offer the same grace we've freely received. As we go into our neighborhoods, workplaces, and families this week, may we remember that it's all grace—and that God is shaping us into people who reflect His generous, compassionate heart to a world that desperately needs it.

]]> Pastor Mike explored Matthew 9:35-10:15 alongside Romans 5, reminding us that Jesus sees our deepest needs with compassion and calls ordinary people—not because of their gifts, but simply because He chooses them—to share in His work of bringing hope and healing to others. The good news is that we don't have to muster up our own strength or prove ourselves worthy; Jesus gives us His authority and sends us out with open hands to freely offer the same grace we've freely received. As we go into our neighborhoods, workplaces, and families this week, may we remember that it's all grace—and that God is shaping us into people who reflect His generous, compassionate heart to a world that desperately needs it.

]]> Rev. Mike Seawright Buzzsprout-19361775 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:00:00 -0400 1510 1 16 full false Lectionary: Matthew 9 - June 7, 2026 In this sermon on Matthew 9, we are reminded that Jesus saw Matthew the tax collector—a man everyone else had written off—and offered him a simple, life-changing invitation: "Follow me." Just as Jesus lingered at Matthew's table without waiting for him to clean up his life first, He extends that same unhurried, personal invitation to each of us today, especially those who feel overlooked, overwhelmed, or too messy to matter. The call for us is to slow down, to truly see the people around us, and to invite both Jesus and others into the real, imperfect spaces of our lives.

]]> In this sermon on Matthew 9, we are reminded that Jesus saw Matthew the tax collector—a man everyone else had written off—and offered him a simple, life-changing invitation: "Follow me." Just as Jesus lingered at Matthew's table without waiting for him to clean up his life first, He extends that same unhurried, personal invitation to each of us today, especially those who feel overlooked, overwhelmed, or too messy to matter. The call for us is to slow down, to truly see the people around us, and to invite both Jesus and others into the real, imperfect spaces of our lives.

]]> Rev. Mike Seawright Buzzsprout-19313282 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400 1489 1 15 full false Trinity Sunday - May 31, 2026 This Sunday, Pastor Mike walked us through Genesis 1, inviting us to see the creation story as an introduction to who God is and how he works. We discovered that God creates, speaks, sees, names, blesses, gives, delights, and rests—and that we, made in his image, are invited to reflect these same rhythms in our own lives. As we head into a new week, may we remember that our value comes not from our productivity, but from being lovingly created by a God who delights in us.

]]> This Sunday, Pastor Mike walked us through Genesis 1, inviting us to see the creation story as an introduction to who God is and how he works. We discovered that God creates, speaks, sees, names, blesses, gives, delights, and rests—and that we, made in his image, are invited to reflect these same rhythms in our own lives. As we head into a new week, may we remember that our value comes not from our productivity, but from being lovingly created by a God who delights in us.

]]> Rev. Mike Seawright Buzzsprout-19273941 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400 1560 1 14 full false Pentecost - May 24, 2026 Drawing from Acts 2 and 1 Corinthians 12, Pastor Matt reminded us on this Pentecost Sunday that every believer receives the same full measure of the Holy Spirit—there are no "levels" of the Spirit based on which gifts we have. The gifts of the Spirit may look different in each of us, but they all come from the same God and are given for the common good, not for comparison or competition. Our calling is simply to yield and surrender to the Spirit's work in our lives, trusting that whatever gift we've been given is good because God is good.

]]> Drawing from Acts 2 and 1 Corinthians 12, Pastor Matt reminded us on this Pentecost Sunday that every believer receives the same full measure of the Holy Spirit—there are no "levels" of the Spirit based on which gifts we have. The gifts of the Spirit may look different in each of us, but they all come from the same God and are given for the common good, not for comparison or competition. Our calling is simply to yield and surrender to the Spirit's work in our lives, trusting that whatever gift we've been given is good because God is good.

]]> Rev. Matt Desmarais Buzzsprout-19243137 Tue, 26 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400 1793 1 13 full false Rev. Hannah King - Ascension Sunday 2026 This sermon by Rev. Hannah King, drawing from the Last Supper accounts and Jesus' ascension in Acts 1, reminds us that the Eucharist is an invitation into deep communion with a God who doesn't just offer us forgiveness, but gives us Himself—His very life to nourish and transform us. As we gather at the Lord's Table, we hold together both the real presence of Christ who sustains us and the honest ache of His absence, giving us permission to name what is still broken while we await His return. Whether you come hungry for a reminder of God's self-giving love, seeking strength for the journey, or longing for the day when all things will be made new, this sacred meal assures us that the greatest gift God has to give is Himself—and He withholds nothing.

]]> This sermon by Rev. Hannah King, drawing from the Last Supper accounts and Jesus' ascension in Acts 1, reminds us that the Eucharist is an invitation into deep communion with a God who doesn't just offer us forgiveness, but gives us Himself—His very life to nourish and transform us. As we gather at the Lord's Table, we hold together both the real presence of Christ who sustains us and the honest ache of His absence, giving us permission to name what is still broken while we await His return. Whether you come hungry for a reminder of God's self-giving love, seeking strength for the journey, or longing for the day when all things will be made new, this sacred meal assures us that the greatest gift God has to give is Himself—and He withholds nothing.

]]> Rev. Hannah King Buzzsprout-19195026 Mon, 18 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400 1260 1 12 full false Lectionary: 1 Peter - Sunday, May 10 2026 Drawing from 1 Peter 3:8-18 and Psalm 34, this Pastor Mike's sermon reminded us that the truly good life isn't found in wealth or ease, but in walking God's way—living with humility, compassion, tender hearts, and unity toward one another. While this kind of countercultural living won't always lead to worldly success, and suffering will still come, Peter assures us that a life rooted in Christ is still the best life because it's a life with God, where even our hardships have purpose and can draw us closer to Him. We're invited to let one another into our struggles, to walk together with gentleness and grace, and to let our love for God and each other be a witness to a world that desperately needs it.

]]> Drawing from 1 Peter 3:8-18 and Psalm 34, this Pastor Mike's sermon reminded us that the truly good life isn't found in wealth or ease, but in walking God's way—living with humility, compassion, tender hearts, and unity toward one another. While this kind of countercultural living won't always lead to worldly success, and suffering will still come, Peter assures us that a life rooted in Christ is still the best life because it's a life with God, where even our hardships have purpose and can draw us closer to Him. We're invited to let one another into our struggles, to walk together with gentleness and grace, and to let our love for God and each other be a witness to a world that desperately needs it.

]]> Rev. Mike Seawright Buzzsprout-19195015 Mon, 18 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400 1734 1 11 full false Lectionary: Christ is the Cornerstone May 3, 2026 From 1 Peter 2, Pastor Mike teaches that Christians often struggle with misalignment between what they believe and how they live, and he frames spiritual growth around three diagnostic questions: what we long for, what serves as our cornerstone, and to whom we belong. He emphasizes that Jesus must be the cornerstone—the essential reference point that keeps every part of life aligned—warning that when we build our lives on comfort, status, relationships, or ideology instead, everything eventually becomes unstable and distorted. By longing for God, building on Christ as the true cornerstone, and remembering that we belong to God’s people, believers are freed to live for God’s glory, the health of their own souls, and the good of others.

]]> From 1 Peter 2, Pastor Mike teaches that Christians often struggle with misalignment between what they believe and how they live, and he frames spiritual growth around three diagnostic questions: what we long for, what serves as our cornerstone, and to whom we belong. He emphasizes that Jesus must be the cornerstone—the essential reference point that keeps every part of life aligned—warning that when we build our lives on comfort, status, relationships, or ideology instead, everything eventually becomes unstable and distorted. By longing for God, building on Christ as the true cornerstone, and remembering that we belong to God’s people, believers are freed to live for God’s glory, the health of their own souls, and the good of others.

]]> Rev. Mike Seawright Buzzsprout-19173206 Wed, 13 May 2026 16:00:00 -0400 1648 1 10 full false Lectionary: The Good Shepherd April 26, 2026 Pastor Matt preached from John 10, explaining that Jesus uses the shepherd-and-sheepfold image to warn that false voices (thieves and robbers) try to sneak in to exploit the sheep, while true sheep recognize and follow the Shepherd’s voice because they know Him relationally. He emphasized that discernment comes from familiarity with Jesus—built through Scripture, prayer, and attentiveness—so that competing voices don’t subtly pull us away from truth and peace. Finally, he highlighted Jesus’ claim that He is not only the Good Shepherd but also “the door” into God’s flock, offering salvation and “abundant life” marked by restored souls, God’s presence, and hope that circumstances cannot steal.

]]> Pastor Matt preached from John 10, explaining that Jesus uses the shepherd-and-sheepfold image to warn that false voices (thieves and robbers) try to sneak in to exploit the sheep, while true sheep recognize and follow the Shepherd’s voice because they know Him relationally. He emphasized that discernment comes from familiarity with Jesus—built through Scripture, prayer, and attentiveness—so that competing voices don’t subtly pull us away from truth and peace. Finally, he highlighted Jesus’ claim that He is not only the Good Shepherd but also “the door” into God’s flock, offering salvation and “abundant life” marked by restored souls, God’s presence, and hope that circumstances cannot steal.

]]> Rev. Matt Desmarais Buzzsprout-19173191 Wed, 13 May 2026 16:00:00 -0400 1470 1 9 full false Lectionary: The Road to Emmaus April 19, 2026 Pastor Mike preaches from Luke 24 (the road to Emmaus) that Jesus meets people in “wilderness” seasons of grief, confusion, and disorientation—often before they can recognize what he’s doing. He highlights three places Jesus commonly reveals himself: as believers walk together and talk about him, through Scripture as Jesus “opens” it to them, and at the table in the breaking of bread (communion). When Jesus reveals himself, it leads to action—like the disciples who immediately turn back to Jerusalem to tell others—because Jesus doesn’t meet us so we can stay the same.

]]> Pastor Mike preaches from Luke 24 (the road to Emmaus) that Jesus meets people in “wilderness” seasons of grief, confusion, and disorientation—often before they can recognize what he’s doing. He highlights three places Jesus commonly reveals himself: as believers walk together and talk about him, through Scripture as Jesus “opens” it to them, and at the table in the breaking of bread (communion). When Jesus reveals himself, it leads to action—like the disciples who immediately turn back to Jerusalem to tell others—because Jesus doesn’t meet us so we can stay the same.

]]> Rev. Mike Seawright Buzzsprout-19173174 Wed, 13 May 2026 16:00:00 -0400 1737 1 8 full false Lectionary: Doubting Thomas April 12, 2026 Pastor Mike teaches from John 20:24–29 that Thomas’ doubt is understandable, and that Jesus meets him patiently by offering exactly the evidence he asked for and inviting him to move from unbelief to faith. He highlights how “believe” (pistos—faith/trust) and Jesus’ repeated “peace be with you” show that faith and questions often coexist, and he urges listeners—especially in seasons of crisis—to stay close to Christian community rather than drift away. The passage culminates in Thomas’ confession, “My Lord and my God,” and in Jesus’ blessing for those who have not seen and yet believe—an invitation for us to surrender personally to Christ even without physical proof.

]]> Pastor Mike teaches from John 20:24–29 that Thomas’ doubt is understandable, and that Jesus meets him patiently by offering exactly the evidence he asked for and inviting him to move from unbelief to faith. He highlights how “believe” (pistos—faith/trust) and Jesus’ repeated “peace be with you” show that faith and questions often coexist, and he urges listeners—especially in seasons of crisis—to stay close to Christian community rather than drift away. The passage culminates in Thomas’ confession, “My Lord and my God,” and in Jesus’ blessing for those who have not seen and yet believe—an invitation for us to surrender personally to Christ even without physical proof.

]]> Rev. Mike Seawright Buzzsprout-19173161 Wed, 13 May 2026 16:00:00 -0400 1561 1 7 full false Easter Sunday 2026 On Easter Sunday, Pastor Mike explores why Matthew’s resurrection account is so brief, emphasizing that the lack of detail places readers in the same position as the first witnesses—hearing the announcement and being invited to respond in faith. It highlights how fear, not lack of information, often keeps people from taking the next step toward Jesus, just as the women at the tomb had to choose whether to go and trust what they had been told. Ultimately, the sermon invites listeners to seek the risen Christ in their uncertainty, trusting that Jesus meets us in our fears and draws us deeper into a life of faith when we respond.

]]> On Easter Sunday, Pastor Mike explores why Matthew’s resurrection account is so brief, emphasizing that the lack of detail places readers in the same position as the first witnesses—hearing the announcement and being invited to respond in faith. It highlights how fear, not lack of information, often keeps people from taking the next step toward Jesus, just as the women at the tomb had to choose whether to go and trust what they had been told. Ultimately, the sermon invites listeners to seek the risen Christ in their uncertainty, trusting that Jesus meets us in our fears and draws us deeper into a life of faith when we respond.

]]> Rev. Mike Seawright Buzzsprout-19173152 Wed, 13 May 2026 16:00:00 -0400 906 1 6 full false Good Friday 2026 On Good Friday, Pastor Matt reflects on the darkness, death, and significance of Jesus’ crucifixion, showing how He willingly bore the weight of human sin, endured separation from the Father, and opened the way to God by His sacrifice. The sermon concludes by emphasizing that the cross demands a response from everyone—calling us to confess Jesus as the Son of God and live as faithful witnesses rather than remaining neutral observers.

]]> On Good Friday, Pastor Matt reflects on the darkness, death, and significance of Jesus’ crucifixion, showing how He willingly bore the weight of human sin, endured separation from the Father, and opened the way to God by His sacrifice. The sermon concludes by emphasizing that the cross demands a response from everyone—calling us to confess Jesus as the Son of God and live as faithful witnesses rather than remaining neutral observers.

]]> Rev. Matt Desmarais Buzzsprout-19172260 Wed, 13 May 2026 13:00:00 -0400 478 Rev. Matt Desmarais 1 5 full false The Way of the Cross: March 29, 2026 Pastor Mary reflects on Palm Sunday’s sharp contrast between praising Jesus as king and later calling for his crucifixion, urging listeners to recognize how easily they, too, move between faithfulness and failure. It invites self-examination during Holy Week, asking which crowd we join—those who abandon, mock, or flee, or those who faithfully stand with Jesus through suffering.

]]> Pastor Mary reflects on Palm Sunday’s sharp contrast between praising Jesus as king and later calling for his crucifixion, urging listeners to recognize how easily they, too, move between faithfulness and failure. It invites self-examination during Holy Week, asking which crowd we join—those who abandon, mock, or flee, or those who faithfully stand with Jesus through suffering.

]]> Rev. Mary Hayes Buzzsprout-19172248 Wed, 13 May 2026 13:00:00 -0400 282 Rev. Mary Hayes 1 4 full false The Way of the Cross: Matthew:27 March 22, 2026 In this Lenten series, Pastor Mike focuses on “the great exchange” in Matthew 27, where the guilty Barabbas is set free while the innocent Jesus is condemned, revealing the depth of human sin and the greater depth of Christ’s love. Pilate, the crowd, and Barabbas each illustrate a reversal of justice, showing how Jesus willingly takes the place of the guilty and bears what others deserve. The message invites listeners to see themselves in Barabbas and to consider how they will respond to the new life and freedom Jesus offers through his substitutionary sacrifice.

]]> In this Lenten series, Pastor Mike focuses on “the great exchange” in Matthew 27, where the guilty Barabbas is set free while the innocent Jesus is condemned, revealing the depth of human sin and the greater depth of Christ’s love. Pilate, the crowd, and Barabbas each illustrate a reversal of justice, showing how Jesus willingly takes the place of the guilty and bears what others deserve. The message invites listeners to see themselves in Barabbas and to consider how they will respond to the new life and freedom Jesus offers through his substitutionary sacrifice.

]]> Rev. Mike Seawright Buzzsprout-19172228 Wed, 13 May 2026 13:00:00 -0400 1525 Rev. Mike Seawright 1 3 full false The Way of the Cross: Matthew 26:30-46 Sunday, February 22, 2026 On this first Sunday of Lent, Pastor Matt reflects on Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane, contrasting the weakness of human self-confidence—seen in Peter’s denial—with the strength that comes from prayerful surrender to God’s will. This sermon shows how Jesus, though deeply sorrowful, finds resolve and strength through worship and submission, choosing “your will be done” as redemption begins to unfold. The message calls believers to recognize their own weakness and find true strength not in themselves, but in surrendering to Jesus, who suffered, conquered sin, and now intercedes for us.

]]> On this first Sunday of Lent, Pastor Matt reflects on Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane, contrasting the weakness of human self-confidence—seen in Peter’s denial—with the strength that comes from prayerful surrender to God’s will. This sermon shows how Jesus, though deeply sorrowful, finds resolve and strength through worship and submission, choosing “your will be done” as redemption begins to unfold. The message calls believers to recognize their own weakness and find true strength not in themselves, but in surrendering to Jesus, who suffered, conquered sin, and now intercedes for us.

]]> Rev. Matt Desmarais Buzzsprout-19159301 Mon, 11 May 2026 14:00:00 -0400 1639 1 2 full false The Way of the Cross: Matthew 26:47-56 In this week’s Lenten sermon, Pastor Mike reflects on Matthew 26:47–56, showing three failures in the disciples: Judas betrays Jesus with a kiss, Peter foolishly tries to defend Jesus with a sword, and all the disciples ultimately flee, revealing human faithlessness. In contrast, Jesus remains faithful—turning toward Judas as a friend, rejecting violence, and freely surrendering in obedience to God’s plan, showing that God’s kingdom advances not by power or force but by the way of the cross. The message encourages listeners that Jesus does not call people because they are perfect but because he loves them, and that even amid failure, fear, and chaos, God’s purposes are unfolding on His terms and His timeline.

]]> In this week’s Lenten sermon, Pastor Mike reflects on Matthew 26:47–56, showing three failures in the disciples: Judas betrays Jesus with a kiss, Peter foolishly tries to defend Jesus with a sword, and all the disciples ultimately flee, revealing human faithlessness. In contrast, Jesus remains faithful—turning toward Judas as a friend, rejecting violence, and freely surrendering in obedience to God’s plan, showing that God’s kingdom advances not by power or force but by the way of the cross. The message encourages listeners that Jesus does not call people because they are perfect but because he loves them, and that even amid failure, fear, and chaos, God’s purposes are unfolding on His terms and His timeline.

]]> Trinity Church Burke Buzzsprout-19158922 Mon, 11 May 2026 13:00:00 -0400 1860 1 1 full false