In a challenging article, ‘Science and politics stand off’ Peter Boyer argues for scientists to participate in public policy debate without fear. Our scientists need to feel confident about discussing their work freely and publicly without setting off a political vendetta … Continue reading
Good news regarding euthanasia – The Liberal Party of Tasmania at its weekend State Council voted “NO” to euthanasia / assisted suicide / medical killing. PTL! Read the full article from The Mercury here. See also Euthanasia and Elder abuse. … Continue reading
Being Sure of Our Ground Reading 2 Timothy 1:8-12 We’ve been reflecting on examples from Tasmanian history of scientific endeavour, drawing parallels with Christian endeavour. John Franklin kept on, an example of persistence in scientific endeavour which parallels that required … Continue reading
Loyalty and Accountability Reading Matthew 25:14-30 From time to time I escape from my desk overlooking the Treasury building in Hobart’s Macquarie St and cross Murray St for lunch at Hadleys. Hadley’s is quite an institution in Hobart. It was … Continue reading
Humility Before The Facts Reading John 9:13-25 Visiting Tasmania’s West Coast is an enjoyable if somewhat surreal experience. I have very dear friends in that remote part of our island state who show great hospitality and generous Christian fellowship. Lady … Continue reading
Keeping On Reading Luke 9:57-62 When John Pilbrow invited me to be with you at this conference, I was delighted to accept. I have been aware of the work of ISCAST from quite some time. Folk like me in positions … Continue reading
The annual meeting of the Synod of the Anglican Church of Tasmania met in Launceston in June 2011 and concerns were expressed about ethical issues in Australian and international life. As a result both at Synod or on behalf of Synod, … Continue reading
Today is a birthday for the Diocese, as was Monday actually as well! How come? The Diocese of Tasmania was created by Letters Patent on August 21, 1842, thus making it the oldest Diocese in Australia. The Diocese of Australia … Continue reading
Below is the letter I have recently sent to the Prime Minister, Leader of the Opposition, Premier of Tasmania, Tasmanian Senators and members of the Legislative Council and House of Assembly: Dear … Euthanasia I write on behalf of Tasmania’s … Continue reading
An urgent message from Jim Wallace, Managing Director of Australian Christian Lobby: If we care about marriage we must act… could I ask that your churches be exhorted to respond to this and to go to the www.makeastand.org.au website and … Continue reading