From Guest Blogger, The Revd Peter Adlem: Foundations for a Christian Perspective on Euthanasia: Humanity is made in the image of God (Genesis 1:26-27): …Human beings are unique as they are the only creatures made in “the image of God.” … Continue reading
We move further back in time now to the 14th Century, where John Wycliffe (1329-1384) is setting the stage for the English Reformation, preaching the primacy and utmost importance of Scripture. He also led the way in translating the Bible … Continue reading
I encourage you to take this short survey regarding the Inquiry into the Marriage Equality Amendment Bill 2012 on the Parliament of Australia website. Below are my thoughts on the survey. You may also find the resources from Social Issues … Continue reading
Last night a group of about 50 Church Leaders gathered to pray for our government and parliamentarians. We commenced in repentance before the Lord. Significant issues of our society were addressed through reading Scripture and prayer. Issues included: Respect for government … Continue reading
An informative brief on Muslim rationales for the desecration of graves, including certain Muslim graves. Note the importance of the Traditional Islamic texts and the model of Muhammad for Muslim people. Desecrating Christian and Jewish Graves in Libya In the … Continue reading
For the last few years I have taken part in Awakening Tasmania’s Easter March. It has been a joyous way to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Everyone is welcome – free family festival starts @ 11am! Hope … Continue reading
My participation with the Anglican Church nationally, our Diocesan Mission Support Officers and Ministry Council highlight a number of significant ministry matters; eg, training of lay and ordained Anglicans, evangelism, disciple making, curacy placements, how to grow healthy parishes and partnerships. Here are 3 ministry … Continue reading
Lent is an annual season within the Church’s calendar to review our life and restore our relationship with God and with one another. Some years ago I received the following letter signed, “An Irresponsible Youth”. It is a good example … Continue reading
Popularising philosophy runs the inherent danger of reducing depths of meaning to shallow pools of banality. Shallowness brings its irritations in ‘Religion for Atheists’ by populariser Alain de Botton. These irritations are well expressed by Miriam Cosic in her review. Thus, (de Botton) wrings religion … Continue reading
Thought I’d share this fascinating initiative: Church launches Pray One For Me website Posted On : February 22, 2012 | By : Webmaster ACNS: http://www.aco.org/acns/news.cfm/2012/2/22/ACNS5044 Prayer is in the news; banned from council agendas and, according to one opinion poll, ignored … Continue reading