Hear Bishop Jonathan Holland explain the different parts of our liturgical year and how these form a rhythm for our Church, including the forthcoming celebration of Pentecost: “Pentecost is the giving of the Holy Spirit…in the upper room in Jerusalem 50 days after the Resurrection”
Anglicare Policy and Advocacy Advisor Leanne Wood reflects on the meaning of āhomeā and the implications for people when they are evicted from private sector rentals
Hear Bishop John Roundhill, The Rev’d Gillian Moses and Bishop Jeremey Greaves share about how they feel and what they think when presiding over the Eucharist
Human Rights Monitor, a human rights organisation focusing on West Papua, Indonesia, has just released a report titled “Destroy Them First, Discuss Human Rights Later: An investigation of Indonesian Security Forcesā operations in Kiwirok under International Lawā
Under the theme ‘Creative Solidarity in Common Fragility’, people of faith all over the world are encouraged to demonstrate the power of prayer during the World Week for Peace in Palestine and Israel, held annually between 13 and 21 September, and includes the International Day of Peace on 21 September. Download the brochure resource, which includes a Bible reflection and prayers, action and advocacy suggestions and communication guidelines
Hear Bishop John Roundhill and The Rev’d Penny Jones explain the significance of intercessions in this St Francis College short course video: “Intercessions are as important as the sermon. They need to be given as much time and attention as the sermon and they can sometimes be more difficult to write”
Hear Bishop John Roundhill and The Rev’d Penny Jones share about why we sing in worship and explain some of the benefits for individuals and the gathered community
Hear Bishop Jonathan Holland explain the role and diverse functions of a Liturgical Assistant in this St Francis College Short Course āUnderstanding Worshipā video
Hear Bishop Jeremy Greaves and The Rev’d Penny Jones explain the congregation’s critical role in worship: “It’s about showing up, being very intentional about being there and immersing yourself in the experience and participating”
“A reconciled nation is where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have full control over our own destinies; where we live freely and equally, unencumbered by trauma and poor life outcomes; and where there is true recognition of our rights as First Peoples of this land; and, where our cultures and languages are honoured, protected and flourish,” says the Coalition of Peaks, a representative body of over 50 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-controlled peak organisations