The followers of Jesus can have a complex relationship with money.
Sometime there is an obsessive and overly positive view of money. We're to name it and claim it. We can think that having a lot of money and possessions is a sign of God's blessing on the faithful person. So, in a sense, the balance of our bank account or the size of our house could be a barometer of our trust in God.
We can also have a dismissive and negative relationship with money. […]
Another year and another Carols Service is done and dusted!
For me, I loved the music and how the whole service came together focused of Jesus, the light of the world. I loved the Bible readings and message, the decorating, the choir, the feast afterwards, seeing all the new faces of family and friends. There was so much to be thankful to God for this year! […]
This Sunday we're expecting a big crowd to join us for our Carols Service. A great deal of time and effort has been expended to make sure we present the great news of Jesus as clearly, compellingly and winsomely as possible. Along side the we hope to show our guests something in of the love of Jesus in how we warmly and generously welcome them. […]
It is weeks like this where it is good to remind ourselves why it is important to keep gathering together, even when it is inconvenient.
There are so many reasons why we meet together but the one that stands out most to me is that it is a sign of God's blessing to us. That we are his people and he is our God. […]
On Wednesday this week the staff team gathered for a retreat day where we try to spend some time doing 'important non-urgent' work for the year ahead. That is the sort of work that doesn't have a clear deadline but without getting on top of it we will be unprepared for what is to come down the track. […]
