Our Diocesan news publication won ‘Best Website’ at the annual Australasian Religious Press Association Awards on Saturday night in Christchurch, with judges describing anglican focus as a “standout for how diocesan news can be presented”
Meet Prof Dr Anne Pattel-Gray, a descendant of the Bidjara Nation and Head of Indigenous Studies at the University of Divinity, and find out about her current projects, faith journey, what people of faith inspire her the most and why, and the kindest gesture she has ever received
Meet Sam Sigamani and find out about his faith journey, early ministry, childhood, what makes him nostalgic, and his favourite scripture and book
Meet Bishop Jonathan Holland and find out about the projects he is currently working on, how and when he felt called to the priesthood, his favourite scripture, and what he enjoys doing in his free time
Meet Fr Bernard Thomas, who recently celebrated his 100th birthday, and find out about his ministry, why he decided to become a priest, what advice he has for people discerning their vocation, about his faith journey and what scripture he would write on a billboard and why
“Anglicans, too, are often reluctant to affirm the value of the Middle Ages…This is unfortunate. For missing out nine whole centuries of Christian life not only creates serious gaps in understanding Christian development – it also risks failing to appreciate important Anglican features and spiritual treasures fully,” says The Rev’d Dr Jo Inkpin
The former St Peter’s, Amity Point church, which was sold to a former media personality and her family, has been lovingly restored and still enjoys ocean views, albeit from a higher plane
“The women, at the most pivotal point in the story of Christian origins, are the faithful witnesses of these climactic events. In the way the Gospel authors frame the narrative, Christianity depends upon the testimony of these faithful women. The Church only exists because of their faithful witness and testimony,” says Dr Maurice Ryan
Meet Rhonda Nelson, a committed volunteer from the Church of the Holy Spirit, Algester and find out about how she is helping to grow her church through outreach and hospitality
“There’s a lot to admire in The Defenders — in terms of its technical craft, efficient handling of narrative and broader message about people power and challenging the status quo — and it should be an essential part of any curriculum aimed at teaching people about social justice campaigning,” says Ben Rogers