Tools, Not Toys: Ancient Power for Modern Pain

June 21, 2026

Fr. Jon Aamodt

In a high-tech world, we are facing an epidemic of deep, systemic trauma—from anxiety and burnout to spiritual exhaustion. In this powerful message, Father Jon explores 1 Corinthians 12:7-11 to show how the gifts of the Holy Spirit were never meant to be mere "magic tricks" or toys for display. Instead, they are practical, everyday tools designed to confirm the Gospel, equip the church, and defeat the enemy. Tune in to discover how recovering the ancient power of the early Church can bring true healing to our modern pain. The Altar Church is a Spirit-filled, Missional, and Sacramental worship community in Anderson, SC, rooted in the Anglican tradition but designed for a restless generation.