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Saint John's Chapel UCC

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36 sermons transcribed, indexed & archived · 2026–2026 · permalink: https://divining.app/church/saint-johns-chapel-ucc.html
Profile last refreshed Oct 30, 2026

Sermons over time

Every audio sermon week across the years we have — a filled cell is a week with an upload, darker blue means richer topics. A steady weekly cadence shows as a solid band across years.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec2026Week of Apr 20, 2026 · 1 known, not yet transcribedWeek of Apr 27, 2026 · 5 known, not yet transcribedWeek of May 4, 2026 · 6 known, not yet transcribedWeek of May 11, 2026 · 5 known, not yet transcribedWeek of May 18, 2026 · 5 known, not yet transcribedWeek of May 25, 2026 · 5 known, not yet transcribedWeek of Jun 1, 2026 · 6 known, not yet transcribedWeek of Jun 8, 2026 · 6 known, not yet transcribedWeek of Jun 15, 2026 · 6 known, not yet transcribedWeek of Jun 22, 2026 · 2 sermon(s) · 0.2 topics/min · 4 known, not yet transcribedWeek of Jun 29, 2026 · 2 sermon(s) · 0.3 topics/min · 4 known, not yet transcribedWeek of Jul 6, 2026 · 2 sermon(s) · 0.1 topics/min · 4 known, not yet transcribedWeek of Jul 13, 2026 · 2 sermon(s) · 0.1 topics/min · 4 known, not yet transcribedWeek of Jul 20, 2026 · 2 sermon(s) · 0.2 topics/min · 4 known, not yet transcribedWeek of Jul 27, 2026 · 2 sermon(s) · 0.0 topics/min · 4 known, not yet transcribedWeek of Aug 3, 2026 · 3 sermon(s) · 0.2 topics/min · 4 known, not yet transcribedWeek of Aug 10, 2026 · 2 sermon(s) · 0.2 topics/min · 4 known, not yet transcribedWeek of Aug 17, 2026 · 3 sermon(s) · 0.1 topics/min · 4 known, not yet transcribedWeek of Aug 24, 2026 · 2 sermon(s) · 0.1 topics/min · 4 known, not yet transcribedWeek of Aug 31, 2026 · 2 sermon(s) · 0.2 topics/min · 4 known, not yet transcribedWeek of Sep 7, 2026 · 2 sermon(s) · 0.2 topics/min · 3 known, not yet transcribedWeek of Sep 14, 2026 · 2 sermon(s) · 0.3 topics/min · 3 known, not yet transcribedWeek of Sep 21, 2026 · 2 sermon(s) · 0.1 topics/min · 3 known, not yet transcribedWeek of Sep 28, 2026 · 2 sermon(s) · 0.4 topics/min · 3 known, not yet transcribedWeek of Oct 5, 2026 · 2 sermon(s) · 0.2 topics/min · 3 known, not yet transcribedWeek of Oct 12, 2026 · 6 known, not yet transcribedWeek of Oct 19, 2026 · 2 sermon(s) · 0.2 topics/min · 4 known, not yet transcribed
LessMore·no upload·known, not transcribed
Each cell is one week · darker blue = richer topics (clean, sermon-only audio scores higher) · pale = thin, faint = no upload · gold outline = known, not yet transcribed · red outline = broken/failed file · uploaded in 17 of 18 weeks across the span (94%).

How this church compares

Against other ucc and against every sermon on the site. Signals are approximate and grow more reliable as more of the archive is scored.

●this church┃peer average┃site average
Emotional rangesomewhat narrower
Its sermons travel somewhat narrower in feeling than a typical peer congregation, and somewhat narrower than the site overall.
site avg 0.12
narrowerpeer avgwider
Emotional intensitynoticeably lower
The peaks run noticeably lower than peers, noticeably lower than the site.
site avg 0.64
lowerpeer avghigher
Among ucc churches with enough scored sermons, it ranks #44 of 67 for emotional range.
On the words themselves, it leans toward the vocabulary of another tradition.

Most-preached topics

Bible & Exposition 29Jesus: Life & Teachings 17Evangelism & Mission 16Crucifixion & Atonement 14Salvation & Grace 14Friendship & Belonging 14Holy Spirit 14God the Father / Creator 11

Recurring themes across the archive

Where this church’s sermons land on the site’s emergent topic map.

Brothers Sisters 3John Baptist 3Matthew Chapter Seven 2Tells Parable 2Says Romans 2Abraham Descendants 2What Paul Says 2Ruth: Thanksgiving & Marriage 1Keys Kingdom 1Isaiah Chapter 1

Themes they appear in

The recurring topics across the whole archive where this church shows up most.

Brothers Sisters
Bible & Exposition
3 sermons
John Baptist
Baptism & Communion
3 sermons
Matthew Chapter Seven
Matthew
2 sermons
Tells Parable
Jesus: Life & Teachings
2 sermons
Says Romans
Romans
2 sermons
Show all 33 themes

Sermons that reach across topics

These touch the widest range of themes — often the richest listening.

Service: "The Faith of Gideon", The Reverend John Scholer
appears in 14 different topics
Sermon: "Fortress of Faith", The Reverend Joanna W. Sydnor
appears in 6 different topics
Service: "Drop the Nets", The Reverend Joanna W. Sydnor
appears in 3 different topics
Sermon: "Mercy for All", The Reverend Calvin H. Sydnor IV
appears in 3 different topics
Service: "Mercy for All", The Reverend Calvin H. Sydnor IV
appears in 3 different topics
Service: "Grace Beyond Merit", The Reverend Joanna W. Sydnor
appears in 3 different topics

Sermons included

Oct 25, 2026 · church god jesus gospel spirit
God the Father / CreatorSabbath & RestBible & Exposition
Oct 25, 2026 · church god jesus gospel spirit
God the Father / CreatorJoy & GratitudeBible & Exposition
Oct 11, 2026 · church god jesus gospel spirit
The Kingdom of GodMarriageJesus: Life & Teachings
“This meal presentation reminds me of the Lord's invitation to the great feast in Isaiah chapter 25 verse 6.”
Oct 11, 2026 · church god jesus gospel spirit
MarriageThe Kingdom of GodJesus: Life & Teachings
Oct 4, 2026 · church god jesus gospel spirit
Resurrection & EasterCrucifixion & AtonementSalvation & Grace
Oct 4, 2026 · church god jesus gospel spirit
PhilippiansResurrection & EasterSpiritual Growth
Sep 27, 2026 · church god jesus gospel spirit
Bible & ExpositionChurch Life & MembershipSpiritual Growth
Sep 27, 2026 · church god jesus gospel spirit
Church Life & MembershipMatthewSpiritual Growth
“Sarah Abraham's wife became Sarah when God promised her a son.”
Show all 36 sermons
Sep 20, 2026 · church god jesus gospel spirit
Jesus: Life & TeachingsThanksgiving & HarvestJoy & Gratitude
“And there is something of a close relationship between the parable of the prodigal son, where he returns from his wandering and is as dear to his fat…”
Sep 20, 2026 · church god jesus gospel spirit
Jesus: Life & TeachingsPoverty & CompassionMatthew
“Brothers and sisters, true greatness in the Kingdom of Heaven originates from God's boundless grace which invites everyone to participate in His bles…”
Sep 13, 2026 · hope and light, the beloved community
Friendship & BelongingService & Spiritual GiftsHoly Spirit
Sep 13, 2026 · hope and light, the beloved community
Friendship & BelongingService & Spiritual GiftsHoly Spirit
Sep 6, 2026 · hope and light, the beloved community
Jesus: Life & TeachingsGod the Father / CreatorSabbath & Rest
Sep 6, 2026 · hope and light, the beloved community
Jesus: Life & TeachingsFriendship & BelongingSalvation & Grace
Aug 30, 2026 · church god jesus gospel spirit
The Lord's PrayerStewardship & GivingFaith & Doubt
Aug 30, 2026 · church god jesus gospel spirit
Crucifixion & AtonementBible & ExpositionEvangelism & Mission
Aug 23, 2026 · church god jesus gospel spirit
Jesus: Life & TeachingsMatthewFaith & Doubt
“And they said, some say John the Baptist, but others Elijah and still others Jeremiah are one of the prophets.”
Aug 23, 2026 · church god jesus gospel spirit
MatthewJesus: Life & TeachingsElijah
Aug 16, 2026 · church god jesus gospel spirit
Abraham & IsaacWork & VocationParenting & Children
“As Paul says in Romans chapter 10 verses 12 through 13 for there is no distinction between Jew and Greek the same Lord is the Lord of all and is gene…”
Aug 16, 2026 · church god jesus gospel spirit
Crucifixion & AtonementBible & ExpositionRomans
“As Paul says in Romans 10, verses 12 through 13, for there is no distinction between Jew and Greek, the same Lord is the Lord of all, and is generous…”
Aug 9, 2026 · church god jesus gospel spirit
Evangelism & MissionBible & ExpositionThe Road to Damascus
Aug 9, 2026 · church god jesus gospel spirit
Evangelism & MissionSpiritual GrowthThe Road to Damascus
Aug 6, 2026 · unitarian universalism
Stewardship & Giving
Aug 2, 2026 · church god jesus gospel spirit
Intercessory Prayer
Aug 2, 2026 · unitarian universalism
Friendship & BelongingAdvent & ChristmasPoverty & Compassion
“Many years ago, my daughter, when she was a teenager, I remember her being most excited around Thanksgiving and Christmas.”
Jul 26, 2026 · church god jesus gospel spirit
Bible & ExpositionSalvation & GraceThe Cost of Discipleship
“However one may conclude that James and John were of the middle class because the Gospel of Mark chapter 1 verse 20 tells us that when When Jesus cal…”
Jul 26, 2026 · church god jesus gospel spirit
Salvation & GraceMatthewMark
Jul 19, 2026 · church god jesus gospel spirit
JonahParenting & ChildrenBible & Exposition
Jul 19, 2026 · church god jesus gospel spirit
Jonah
Jul 12, 2026 · church god jesus gospel spirit
God the Father / CreatorFaith & Civic LifeProphecy & End Times
Jul 12, 2026 · church god jesus gospel spirit
Faith & Civic LifeProphecy & End TimesGod the Father / Creator
Jul 5, 2026 · church god jesus gospel spirit
Bible & ExpositionThanksgiving & HarvestSin & Repentance
“" And in the same manner, after supper he took the cup, and he said, this cup is a new covenant sealed in my blood.”
Jul 5, 2026 · church god jesus gospel spirit
Bible & ExpositionFaith & DoubtForgiveness & Reconciliation
Jun 28, 2026 · church god jesus gospel spirit
Bible & ExpositionMarriagePoverty & Compassion
“The scripture tells us Naomi's sons married Moabout women, Orpa and Ruth.”
Jun 28, 2026 · church god jesus gospel spirit
Bible & ExpositionMarriagePrayer & Devotion

How this website compares

What this church’s own website says, compared with other churches. See every church in the Church values report, or what this means for your church.

This website vs. UCC churches
Found on this church’s websiteOther UCC churchesAll churches

The percentage is how many UCC churches’ websites state that value; the bar turns orange where this church’s website states it too.

of UCC sites
This church
LGBTQ+ affirming
57%
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Economic justice & mutual aid
35%
Radical hospitality & accessibility
17%
Peace & nonviolence
17%
Anti-racism / racial justice
11%
Creation care / climate
9%
Open to people of all faiths
7%
Immigrant & refugee welcoming
7%
Children & youth
68%
Online worship
49%
Small groups
36%
Child safety policy
11%
Financial & governance transparency
10%
Languages / interpretation
2%
Website & sermons online
This church: site, no sermons — like 27% of UCC churches.
Audio + videoAudio onlyVideo onlySite, no sermonsJS-only siteBlocked / timeoutDead or hijackedNo website
Website completeness, all churches: a rough score of how complete and easy-to-navigate the church’s own website is.
5 to 10: 4 churches10 to 15: 32 churches15 to 20: 3 churches20 to 25: 2 churches25 to 30: 24 churches30 to 35: 7 churches35 to 40: 28 churches40 to 45: 13 churches45 to 50: 20 churches50 to 55: 22 churches55 to 60: 28 churches60 to 65: 34 churches65 to 70: 72 churches70 to 75: 209 churches75 to 80: 88 churches80 to 85: 2317 churches85 to 90: 27 churches90 to 95: 51 churches95 to 100: 31 churches255075This church: 80
Among the 3,012 churches with a readable, rated website (scores of 0 and 100 left out), this one scores higher than about 58%.
Values stated, within UCC churches: how many of the 29 values we track each church’s website states. This one states 2 — behind 76% of UCC churches (the typical one states 4).
0 values: 39 churches1 values: 25 churches2 values: 37 churches3 values: 42 churches4 values: 47 churches5 values: 37 churches6 values: 38 churches7 values: 28 churches8 values: 18 churches9 values: 14 churches10 values: 11 churches11 values: 8 churches12 values: 3 churches13 values: 1 churches14 values: 1 churches15 values: 1 churches051015this church: 2
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