Last Wednesday I wrote the following letter to all 25 Members of the House of Assembly of the Tasmanian Parliament briefly stating my reasons for asking them to oppose the euthanasia legislation to be voted on this coming Tuesday. Please … Continue reading
Excellent research based article by Hanna Graham of the University of Tasmania in yesterday’s The Advocate newspaper. In part, Many disability advocates oppose euthanasia and assisted suicide on the grounds that it has adverse implications for people with disabilities, whether or … Continue reading
I was speaking to someone recently who shared this story of hope with me: The story began by taking a loaf of bread and giving it to a young fella. He was living in a camping ground and he was … Continue reading
Today I sent the following Pastoral Letter to all Anglican Parishes in Tasmania asking that the letter and attachments be made available to Parishioners [by email circulation and/or copies available at Parish Centres]. The Pastoral Letter (without attachments), 3 October 2013 … Continue reading
Life is full of surprises. The postal service delivers its share of surprises as last week’s mail proved. Hi John, I couldn’t help myself when Josh named the yarn he had dyed ‘Bishop’s socks’. I had to have them made … Continue reading
Bishop of the Egyptian Anglican Church, The Most Rev. Dr Mouneer Hanna Anis writes, Help us to Help Others Dear brothers and sisters, Greetings in the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ! The past week has been traumatic for Egyptians. We witnessed bloodshed … Continue reading
I received a lovely note from Barbara Griffiths of St Leonard’s Parish when I returned from my annual leave recently: I wanted to share with you about this lady who was a visitor from England at St Peters. She was … Continue reading
There is a prayer gathering for all Christians at St. David’s Cathedral, Hobart on Monday 2 September, 12 noon – 2.00pm. It would be wonderful to see many gathered in prayer at this important time for our nation. You may also like … Continue reading
I encourage you to read the interesting articles about the life and ministry of the Anglican family in Tasmania and beyond, in the online edition of our magazine. Enjoy! Tasmanian Anglican – August 2013 From the Bishop Mission to Seafarers Giving back Parents as … Continue reading
One of the special times I have as Bishop is sharing with my team at the Diocesan Office in our regular staff prayers. We take turns in leading and during my turn in July I recalled finding myself with my … Continue reading