Castlebar Christian Fellowship

In Called from Death to Life, Pastor Cathal Duffy explores Ephesians 5:1–20, where Paul urges believers to live out the new life found in Christ. Drawing from Romans 12:1, Colossians 3:5, and Ephesians 2:8–9, Duffy explains how salvation is not only a moment of grace but an ongoing journey of transformation.

He highlights Paul’s shift from theology to practicality — from creed to conduct — calling Christians to “walk in love,” “walk in light,” and “walk in wisdom.” Just as Lazarus was called from death to life, believers are raised to new life through grace and empowered by the Spirit to reflect Christ daily.

This sermon reminds us that we are God’s beloved children, called to live differently — not by striving, but by grace that continues to shape us into the likeness of Jesus.

In this heartfelt sermon, Rest In Me, Pastor Cathal Duffy shares Jesus’ timeless invitation from Matthew 11:28–30: “Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” Speaking to both seekers and believers, Pastor Duffy reminds us that Jesus doesn’t offer more rules or religion — He offers relationship, restoration, and real peace.

Drawing from the image of the yoke, Pastor Duffy explains how Jesus invites us to walk closely with Him, learning gentleness and humility as we trade our burdens for His rest. Through supporting scriptures such as Jeremiah 6:16 and Romans 3:23, the message highlights humanity’s weariness under sin and self-effort — and Christ’s offer of freedom through the cross.

This sermon calls listeners to lay down anxiety, guilt, and striving, embracing the peace that only comes from knowing Jesus personally — the same yesterday, today, and forever (Hebrews 13:8).

In this sermon, Unexpected Journeys: Seeking the King in Unexpected Places, Pastor Cathal Duffy reflects on the story of the Magi in Matthew 2:1-12, reminding listeners that God often reveals Himself through unexpected people and in surprising ways.

Drawing on the meaning of Epiphany, he highlights how the Gospel of Matthew — though deeply Jewish in focus — opens with Gentiles being drawn to Christ. Through the Magi’s search, their costly gifts, and their worship, we see the call for all nations to seek and honour the true King.

Pastor Cathal challenges believers to respond like the wise men — with devotion, humility, and action — rather than with indifference or pretence like Herod or the religious leaders. He urges the church to expect God’s grace in unlikely places, to recognise that faith is not head-knowledge but a heartfelt journey, and to rediscover the wonder of Christ’s coming as we step into a new year.

In this heartfelt Christmas message, Tidings of Great Joy, Jim Duffy explores Luke 2:8–20, reflecting on the humble yet world-changing birth of Jesus. The message reveals how God chose ordinary shepherds — men of humility and faith — to first receive the greatest news ever told.

Duffy highlights how the angels’ message, “Fear not,” speaks to us today: before God instructs, He always assures. The shepherds’ obedience, Mary’s quiet reflection, and the angels’ song of peace all point to one truth — Jesus remains the centre of our joy and hope.

Through this timeless passage, Jim calls listeners to respond in faith, reflect deeply on God’s love, and share the good news that the Saviour still speaks peace to fearful hearts and transforms ordinary lives through extraordinary grace.

In this powerful sermon, The Name Above All Names, Pastor Cathal Duffy unpacks John 1:1–18, one of the most profound passages in Scripture. He shows how John’s Gospel opens like a divine symphony, proclaiming Jesus as the eternal Word who was with God and was God — the source of all creation and life itself.

Pastor Cathal draws connections between Genesis 1 and John 1, emphasising that everything came into being through Jesus, the Word who brings light into darkness. In contrast to the false promise of enlightenment in Genesis 3, Christ’s coming brings true illumination, life, and victory over sin and death.

At Christmas, we celebrate this miracle: “The Son of God became man to enable men to become sons of God.” Pastor Cathal reminds us that to see Jesus is to see the Father — the perfect revelation of divine grace and truth. Through His incarnation and sacrifice, God’s love is made visible, offering every believer new life as a child of God.