One of the unexpected gifts of our daughters participating in Of Water and Spirit classes has been the conversations we share along the way…

As I enter my sixties, I find myself reflecting on the many lessons life has taught me. As we move through life, we grow, change, and hopefully gain a deeper understanding of what truly matters. I sometimes wonder whether our spiritual lives evolve in the same way. Do we change in our understanding of faith, or do life's experiences simply help us see things differently?

Amanda, a friend from French Polynesia, placed her notebook in my hand and asked if I could create her something. “A drawing, painting, maybe write something if you want.” This was to be her memento from the time we spent together, with 70 others from 23 countries, at the International Resource Summit held in the Philippines in February this year. One little request, and I had panic in my heart.

It wasn’t the first time I had had panic in my heart that week…

What began as a simple fundraising idea has grown into a much-loved ministry that brings people together while supporting needs both within and beyond the Bendigo community…

Let me begin with the words of the Apostle Paul as found in his letter to the Galatians 3: 26-29.  Scholars opine that Paul wrote this letter from Ephesus (in modern day Türkiye) in about 53 CE to the members of the congregation he had founded in the territory of Galatia, in Asia Minor…

Earlier this week, Australia Mission Centre staff gathered in Sydney, and as always, it was a joy to be together in person. While we connect regularly online, there is something special about sharing meals, conversations, laughter, and the occasional side story that simply doesn't fit into a Zoom meeting…

Last Sunday, the World Church theme for worship services was “Amplify Our Witness”. As I thought on this theme, I wondered how often we have shared our personal stories and in what circumstances we have done this to become witnesses of our lives as well as a witness for the Christ…

Every school term, the church hall at Frankston congregation fills with music, laughter, dancing and excited young people as we host our Junior Disco—but this event is about so much more than lights and songs.

At its heart, the Junior Disco is about community…

This amusing notice was posted on the bulletin board in a business office:

“IT HAS COME TO MANAGEMENT’S ATTENTION THAT WORKERS DYING ON THE JOB ARE FAILING TO FALL DOWN.  THIS PRACTICE MUST STOP, AS IT BECOMES IMPOSSIBLE TO DISTINGUISH BETWEEN DEATH AND THE NATURAL MOVEMENT OF THE STAFF.  ANY EMPLOYEE FOUND DEAD IN AN UPRIGHT POSITION WILL BE DROPPED FROM THE PAYROLL.”

Easter reminds us that God brings new life from places that seem hidden, broken, or still. The poem below by Katie Harmon-McLaughlin offers a beautiful picture of surrender, renewal, and resurrection in Christ, and in us. As you read, may it open space for reflection, hope, and the quiet promise of becoming, with an invitation to linger a little longer through the reflection and guided spiritual practice that follow…