Meet Penny Jones and Jo Inkpin and find out about their ministry, what projects they are currently working on, what books they give away the most and why, what people of faith inspire them, their best childhood memories, and how their respective faiths inspire and shape them
With the recent release of his documentary The Forest Maker, acclaimed Anglican agronomist Tony Rinaudo spoke with anglican focus about the making of the film, his experience changing lives in Africa through farmer-managed natural regeneration and his message about how we can contribute to a better planet as National Tree Day and Schools Tree Day approach
Reflecting upon the history and origins of Anglicanism, Jonathan Sargeant presents two modern-day scenarios and asks “What would you, as an Anglican, do?”
“The response to our Baptism book resource project has been wonderfully encouraging. Bishops and Archbishops have been keen to endorse the book and school chaplains and Religious Education teachers have also been enthusiastic,” says The Rev’d Paul Bland from St Paul’s, East Brisbane while providing tips on how parishes can produce their own book resources
“Giving young people practical experience in leading a range of ministries on Sundays and during the week has repeatedly been shown to encourage vocational identity, as ministry gifts are discovered and refined,” says AYCF’s and The Parish of Kenmore-Brookfield’s The Rev’d Jonathan Kemp
An online store was recently launched by the Cathedral Shop, showcasing products made by local artisans, a range of fair trade gifts, parish supplies and books, with monies pooled to support Cathedral outreach and mission activities
Hear Archbishop Phillip Aspinall explain why ‘rites of passage’, such as ceremonies, are important for individuals and the community
Hear Bishop Jeremy Greaves and Bishop Jonathan Holland explain how our lectionary helps us engage with scripture and connects us to people from other Christian denominations
The World Council of Churches (WCC) is inviting all people of good will to attend an online prayer service on 16 October, World Food Day
“As I looked out beneath the palm trees on a sandy Egyptian beach towards the calm, clear waters of the Red Sea recently, I thought of my stunning island home…Because my people’s spirituality lies in the sea, sky and land – which are all part of God’s good creation – we have an intrinsic connection to them,” says Aunty Dr Rose Elu