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Monthly Archives: July 2010

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Election Prayers

Posted on July 20, 2010 by Bishop John
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A Litany for use during an election campaign Lord of every time and place, God of integrity and truth, we pray for wisdom as we prepare to vote in the Federal election. Let us give thanks to God, saying, ‘we … Continue reading →

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Prayer Pilgrimage – week #8 (final week)

Posted on July 19, 2010 by Bishop John
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Wow! What a couple of months it has been. I have enjoyed immensely travelling around this beautiful state of Tasmania, praying with people, praying for people, being prayed for, fellowshipping, swapping stories and eating! I have been truly blessed and … Continue reading →

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Burqas: ‘veiled threats?’

Posted on July 15, 2010 by Bishop John
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Martha Nussbaum, a teacher of law, philosophy, and divinity at The University of Chicago, recently submitted an article, Veiled Threats?, to the New York Times. It is well worth the read and is available here. Thanks Jonathan Adamczewski She picks up … Continue reading →

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French burqa ban is Bad

Posted on July 14, 2010 by Bishop John
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France strikes a blow against religious freedom of expression. The nation that prides itself on liberty continues its slide into discrimination against those holding religious beliefs. Under the guise of maintaining ‘French values’ the attack on Muslim women who wear the … Continue reading →

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‘The atheists are coming!’

Posted on July 13, 2010 by Bishop John
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 ‘The atheists are coming!’ with thanks to ‘Southern Cross’, Sydney Anglican via Ross Nicholson for a great cartoon. See  3 Christians ponder atheism  and  Critique of Dawkins’  scientism. … Continue reading →

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Tonight’s Assisted Suicide seminar

Posted on July 12, 2010 by Bishop John
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Just returned from an excellent seminar exposing the dangers of pro-euthanasia legislation such as that proposed by Tasmania’s Attorney General, Lara Gidding. Wesley J Smith gave a gracious and learned presentation at the Reception Hall, Parliament House, Hobart. I will write … Continue reading →

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Prayer Pilgrimage – week #7

Posted on July 12, 2010 by Bishop John
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 I have truly enjoyed the last 6 weeks travelling around Tasmania, praying & fellowshipping on my Prayer Pilgrimage. It has been a truly wonderful experience. As part of my travels, I had the privilege of setting three days aside to … Continue reading →

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Wilberforce’s principles as a politician

Posted on July 10, 2010 by Bishop John
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William Wilberforce’s guiding principles as a politician 1. The good seed of the gospel must be planted and allowed to grow not only in the human heart, but within the structures of society. Christian faith is personal and individualistic, but … Continue reading →

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Bishop’s Prayer Retreat 2010

Posted on July 5, 2010 by Bishop John
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Retreating Forward tells of a church leadership team taking 2 days to retreat together for a time of prayer, planning, and worship. They find that they are not only refreshed but also energized. “This retreat is really going to help us move … Continue reading →

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Prayer Pilgrimage – week #6

Posted on July 4, 2010 by Bishop John
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The 6th week of my Prayer Pilgrimage around Tasmania is upon me which means only three weeks left of ‘pilgrimaging’ to go. The progress map below shows where I have been so far as well as my visits coming up … Continue reading →

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