This weekend will see many Aussies head to the ballot box, with five by-elections to be held around Australia. Depending on what happens, it will increase or decrease the stability of the federal government… and may influence the decision of when the next federal election is called by the Prime Minister. Regardless, it is important […]
The Mobile Community Pantry (MCP) began at Oak Flats Anglican in February this year. It is a collaboration with Anglicare to provide low-cost groceries to those who need it most. And judging by the response it is a service that is being well received by the community. Every fortnight, on a Thursday, a van from […]
One of the most significant bridges for our young people is the gap between youth group and church. Research presented by the Moore College’s CMD reports that there is a significant drop off in church involvement in the later teen years. We all know that this is a fragile time, with all kinds of pressures. […]
Since Jesus is returning soon to judge the world, is it right for us to just sit around and enjoy a holiday? Well, when we hold to the truth that God is sovereign over everything, then it means that it’s OK to stop and enjoy a break. This is why God originally created a Sabbath […]
For as long as I can remember I’ve known about Jesus. My grandparents were followers of Jesus, and they brought me up knowing that it was really important to know him personally. When I was ten I decided to follow Jesus myself, and I am now more convinced than ever that this is the greatest […]
Do you take the time to say “thank you” to God? At times of relief from danger, we thank God a lot. But what about at the normal times of life when things can be fairly mundane? If we are not thankful to God for what he has done, then perhaps it is because we […]
Learning things by rote is not very popular anymore. It has largely been dropped from school curriculums as an outdated method of teaching. Learning things deeply is far better than simple parroting off the facts. By nature it is also repetitious and hardly the funnest form of education. However this has impacted the Christian’s practise […]
As we approach another Anzac Day, we are reminded again of the horrors of war. The Australian War Memorial lists 102,825 people who have died as a result of service with Australian units. It is sobering to consider the tragic, human cost of these conflicts. Behind every name there is heartbreak, and behind every casualty there […]
This weekend we give thanks to God for 150 years of ministry in our building at Jamberoo Anglican Church. This milestone reminds us that this building has had a special place in our hearts for we who have regularly gathered here since 1867. It is the place where we have baptised babies and new believers, married new couples, […]
Whether it’s the school shoe sales or the return of 40kmh school zones, nearly all of us notice when it’s ‘back to school’ time. And as schooling comes to our mind we should remember that education is a privilege we should never take for granted. Many parents around the world would only dream of offering their […]