Reflections on Doubting Thomas by Rev. Bryan Berghoef.

Doubting Peace

April 16, 2023 sermon by Director of Children and Families Pace Warfield-May on John 20:19-31.

April 16, 2023 Sermon

In this sermon in our Eastertide series called Stations of the Resurrection, Mark shares from John 20:19-29. In this passage, Jesus breathes peace upon the disciples, has an encounter with Thomas, and gives us a surprising solution to our doubt.

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REFLECTION QUESTIONS:
1. What is your unique scar?
2. Read John 20:19-29. What do you notice in this passage today?
3. Fear is a powerful force in this world. How do you usually respond to fear? What parts of your life or personhood has fear locked? 
4. In your spiritual upbringing, how was doubt characterized? What could it mean to "faithfully doubt?"
5. Why do you think the Resurrected Jesus still had scars? Would it had been any different to you if he appeared without them?
6. This week, we are enacting the spiritual practice of breath prayers. You may use this form of prayer throughout your day to re-center yourself, to remind you of God's nearness, and to ask the Spirit to fuel you with peace. What could be your plan to enact this practice?

Stations Of The Resurrection: Peace For The Fearful And Wounds For The Doubter

In this Easter Sunday sermon on John 20 we look at Thomas. Often times people use Thomas as a example of what not to do. Don't doubt, Gods got it. But doubt comes to us all more likely than we'd like to admit. But there's more to Thomas, and there's more to this story. Find out why Thomas needs to see a scarred God, and why we need Him now more than ever. 

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Sermon: "The Scarred God" // John 20

How does Jesus regard those who have doubts about Him?  Find out in this brief dramatic monologue performed by Rev. Steven Hjelle.

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Is there anything worse than being called a "Doubting Thomas" in church? It's a bold request to stick his fingers in Jesus' wounds, but maybe Thomas was looking for something...ordinary.

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An Ordinary Resurrection, John 20:19-31

Peter, John, and the other disciples have their own encounter with the risen Lord. And, as usual, John names names and tells stories that none of the other Gospels tell--including one that unintentionally gave one disciple an unfortunate and undeserved nickname. John 19:16-42

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DOUBTING THOMAS

In this sermon, based on John 20:19-31, Pastor Scott explores the story commonly known as Doubting Thomas. He then connects into the life of 8th grade confirmation students. This is the assigned gospel text for Sunday April 27th, the 2nd Sunday of Easter. 

Sermon: Why Faith is Important 4-27-25

Stump at FOLD, second part of an 18hrs dance between two London heavyweight clubs. What a solid event and musical palette that’s been delivered with some incredible DJs and Live sets all around. It was such a pleasure to be back with the crews, old and new, deep tech and junglist combined. 

>> Opening the morning set ahead of Margaret Dygas, Audio Werner (live) and Suciu. 
This set flows through dub, dub techno, minimal tech, breakbeat and electro — reflecting the musical diversity and evolving sound of Stump.


Big love to all the artists from the night at The Steelyard: beautful performances all the way through.. ! Mihigh, Versalife, Cally, Kearun, Chrissy Hope, J:Kenzo, Breakfake, Immerse, Coté. 
Heartfelt thanks to the Stump fam & crewdem 

I hope you enjoy it as much as the buzz I had crafting the set and connecting.

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thierry x Stump x Fold - London, Nov 2024 (Live Recording)

n this powerful message from John 20:19-31, we explore Jesus's commissioning of His disciples after His resurrection. Just as the Father sent Jesus into the world on a saving mission, Christ sends us with the same purpose - to testify to the truth and proclaim that all who believe in Him can have their sins forgiven.

Discover how Jesus appeared to His fearful disciples, showed them His wounds, breathed the Holy Spirit upon them, and gave them authority to proclaim forgiveness. Learn from Thomas's journey from doubt to declaration, and understand why we are blessed to believe without seeing.

This message challenges us to live as "sent ones" - not seeking our own will but God's, teaching His truth faithfully, and participating in His redemptive work that spans thousands of years. Whether you're exploring faith or growing as a believer, this sermon reveals our unified purpose: proclaiming that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that believing in Him brings true life.

Peace Be With You - John 20:19-31 - 8.10.2025

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DJ, producer & Stump London owner

Thierry’s dedication and understanding in electronic music culture has been in constant growth for over 25 years, in term leading the Frenchman to settle path in London and build from the bottom up what has become one of the most loved, roaring and respected minimal house & techno events, Stump - a party known for its integrity and consistency in pushing through carefully curated bookings over extended marathon dance off.

At the heart of this narrative as a promoter there is an exquisite love and care for the best possible club energy defined by a perfect sound system, flawless production, carefully chosen scenery, and an irreproachable music selection, all joining dots in the sweet spot. The party has grown a faithful following while building a formidable community of talents with a similar grounding sound. Besides the many amazing guests (Raresh, Petre Inspirescu, Barac, Mihigh, Arapu, Cezar, Dubtil, Priku, Suciu, Gescu, Cap, Herodot and many more) there is a strong sense of belonging with its core of 4 residents Cally, Chrissy Hope, Kearun, and Thierry himself altogether representing the sound of Stump. 

Thierry’s background is anchored in a passion for underground and emerging forward-thinking music with attitude. Playing both Drum & Bass and Techno since the late 90s effortlessly brings up a unique blend of deep futuristic grooves and basslines, converging for the last decade into versatile club oriented sounds ranging from anything around and in between minimal techno house and breakbeats.

In 2006, International-Dj Mag picked one of his mixes for its Raw talent competition and comments >> “I try to transmit a deep energy”, he says and that’s what we liked about this set – if there’s one thing this mix has in spades it’s energy for sure!>

Constantly on the road to the dancefloors has been crucial to educate himself about the industry. Originally based at the Franco / German and Swiss borders gave him the opportunity to be involved with 3 distinctive scenes from the late 90s, one of the most influential era of the history of rave culture. Observing American, German, English, French and numerous other pioneers playing the many surrounding clubs was a weekly adventure. This is also when thierry started to practise behind the decks. Being actively involved with local crews allowed him to play clubs such as Scania Areal, Nordstern, Utopia, Bell Areal, Jazzhaus, Manege, Universal Dog, Laiterie, Noumatrouff, and countless illegal raves. 

Looking for new challenges, he moved to London in 2003 and settles in the underground world of sound systems and warehouse parties. Between 2005 and 2010, thierry (still known as Dj Trol then) was involved with Acme Soundz throwing raves with the likes of MFM sound, KSS, Disjunkt, Malfaiteurs, and eventually took charge of the Drum & Bass room for Family Groove. This took him gradually to play in some of the best venues around including the London Coronet, Seone, Mass Brixton, Lakota (Bristol), Alpheus (Rome), Mikroclub (Cagliari), alongside heroes Ed Rush, Bad Company, Noisia, Cause4Concern, Black Sun Empire, Joey Beltram, Marco Remus, Dj Rush, Miss Djax, Valentino Kanzyani, Dave The Drummer. 

Thierry’s drive to promote has kept him busy still from 2015 by helping Art of Dark and Home London events on the smooth running of their operations taking place at Studio 338, Troxy, MangleE8, Oval Space, Studio 9294, Fold, bringing an array of the most loved and talented international artists to London.

Contact & Bookings:
thierry@stump-london.co.uk

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