Allow me to reflect upon recent words and wisdom of Bishop George Browning, the former Anglican Bishop of Canberra and Goulburn (1993–2008) who writes a weekly blog entitled In Service of the Common Good.

What I liked about Bishop Browning’s reflections was his distinction between values and virtues…

Charlotte Putros is a student completing her work placement with The Open Door and The Open Door Rainbow Community Hub. Through the placement, she has been gaining practical experience while supporting the congregation’s ministries, activities and connection with the wider community. In the following interview, Charlotte shares about her experience, the connections she has formed and what she has learned along the way…

Right in the middle of a busy day at the gastroenterology practice where I work—amid triage systems, appointment books, audits, spreadsheets, workload pressures and difficult conversations—there was Thomas and a slice of lemon curd cake…

Mahatma Gandhi when asked by missionary E. Stanley Jones how Christianity could be more acceptable in India, Gandhi replied: “I would suggest first, that all you Christians…begin to live more like Jesus Christ.”

This past week, I found myself thinking about milestones…

Over the past couple of weeks, my social media has been filled with smiling faces, worship, crafts and games, meaningful discussions, and friendships. Here in Australia, children gathered at Young Peacemakers Holiday Program at Tiona and also at the Victorian Kids Area Gathering in Frankston. In the U.S., hundreds of teenagers are spending this week at Spectacular in Iowa, creating memories and friendships that I know from experience can shape a lifetime of faith…

As National Gathering draws closer, we're taking a moment to look back at some of the memories we've shared over the years…

As I sit quietly after returning home from Young Peacemaker’s Club, I find myself reflecting on a week filled with joy, laughter, unexpected hardship, answered prayer and profound lessons…

Late in June, I attended the 19th Reintegration Puzzle conference in Adelaide. This gathering has become the largest annual event for people with the lived expertise of being drawn into the Australian justice system.  It is also a gathering of community and public sector practitioners, First Nations leaders, researchers, and advocates. Those who attend focus on sharing expertise and building a collective response to the systemic failures of imprisonment and re-entry…

When do you feel closest to God? 

This is a question we should not only ask ourselves, but it is a topic that would be beneficial to discuss in a group.  I am sure the experiences shared would be strengthening and uplifting, even though there will be many different answers to the question.  The testimonies borne would be based upon our own personal experiences and relationship with our God…