May I encourage you to read the interesting articles about life and ministry of the Anglican family in Tasmania and beyond! Tasmanian Anglican (October 2011) From the Bishop All Saints, South Hobart Daffodil Show Heartz Arts at Sandfly St David’s … Continue reading
Depression is a major health issue for us and there are no easy solutions. I have learnt a little of loving and praying in the midst of a Christian community living in the resurrection hope of Christ. Seeing in the … Continue reading
“God must love us – He made beer!” was the theme of a “Q&A with the Bishop” at a local pub recently. I responded to a range of questions including … Where has the love gone? Why do good people get the raw prawn? … Continue reading
It is now possible to receive my blog posts automatically via email subscription. This is convenient for those who don’t want to continually check for new posts or wait for From the Bishops Desk to point to new content. If … Continue reading
A letter from the Bishop of Tasmania to the Bishop of South Carolina [fri 14.oct.2011] In response to news from the Diocese of South Carolina (click here for more information), I wrote the following letter to Bishop Mark Lawrence. 14 … Continue reading
Having recently celebrated another year on this earthly planet, my accountant sent me this test to assess readiness for a nursing home. (It’s good to have friends who care!) I will be advising my results via letter one month prior to … Continue reading
Hansard Tasmania – 21 September 2011 As I read through this document, I feel distressed at the way our politicians talk to and treat each other. One question would address the Christian politicians and ask how Jesus would have them … Continue reading
Below is an excerpt from the article “Australian Parliament calls for an end to Coptic persecution in Egypt” on the Australian Coptic Movement website: Today, the House of Representatives honoured Australia’s commitment to religious freedom with a clear endorsement of … Continue reading
Many thanks to The Revd Samuel Green for filming and editing this talk on euthanasia by Margaret Sommerville. I strongly encourage you watch this to gain a better understanding of why euthanasia should not be legalized. … Continue reading
The ‘Egyptian Spring’ has rapidly turned to autumn. Bishop Mouneer is a courageous shepherd of God’s people who I have the privilege of knowing many years ago through CMS and at Lambeth Conference in 2008. The bishop is due to … Continue reading