Ministry of Hospitality
A few years ago, I attended a Church service at one of our neighbouring Churches, (not Catholic). Upon arrival, I was welcomed at the door, handed a hymn book and ushered to a seat in the Church. Unfortunately for the congregation, I had scored a seat in the midst of their choir and so felt […]
A break from Uni!
My final assignment signed, sealed, delivered. It is way past my bed time but I’m so happy at the prospect of a study break that I wanted to write about it before I toddle off (plus I’ve been drinking coffee all evening, so it will take me a little while to wind down). I’m happy […]
Proclaiming the Word: Ministry of reader
Last Sunday night, I had the opportunity, or misfortune of watching Australian Idol. I was struck by some of the comments of the judges to the contestants, the positive ones, not the criticisms. In the midst of picking on their attire, they had also advised the singers to bring their performance to life. That the […]
Beth Nielsen Chapman
Lately I have been listening to this Nashville based singer/songwriter, Beth Nielsen Chapman. She sings about simple everyday feelings – the concerns of a mother watching her children growing up, love of a wife for her husband, compassion for a sick friend, childhood nostalgia when driving down an old familiar street. A gentle and melodious […]
Holy crap!
Got the surprise of my life from my latest assignment results. We had to do a web site planner document and although I was happy with parts of it, I had rushed through other parts and overall thought it was quite a mediocre “it’ll do” submission. Was not expecting 28/30! Melissa. Outstanding. This was an […]
Birth and marriage?
Luke 20:27-38 The Sadducees try to ridicule Jesus by “catching him out” on a technical point. Jesus responds by raising the issue to a whole new level. The resurrection is not dependent on earthly factors such as birth and marriage since it is the fulfilment of life itself. Our God is the God of the […]