What is better?

It is now two weeks since the federal election, and after a long campaign, we are all breathing a sigh of relief!  A new government is now in power, ready to enact the many promises it made for a better Australia. But what is a better Australia?  Is it full employment? A prosperous economy? New … Read more

Coming up this Sunday 2nd June 2019

For the month of June, we will be encouraged by God’s word as we welcome guest preachers from our own congregation This Sunday John Wilson will be preaching on the topic ‘Are We There Yet? (The Parable of the Ten Deposits)’ from Luke chapter 19 verses 11 to 27. Come along at 35 Fisher Street at … Read more

Church news for the week beginning 26th May 2019

Today’s Talk Today we conclude our series on 1 Samuel, titled ‘Who is King in Israel?‘ with Stephen speaking on the topic ‘God Reveals His Chosen King’ from 1 Samuel chapter 17 verses 1 to 11 and verses 32 to 54, with the supplemental reading from Colossians chapter 2 verses 6 to 15. Fifer Farewell Potluck Lunch … Read more

Who Is King In Israel? 5: God Reveals His Chosen King

Who Is King In Israel?1 Samuel 12-175: God Reveals His Chosen King1 Samuel 17:1-11, 32-54 / Colossians 2:6-15Stephen Fifer • 26th May 2019 A.  Do You Believe in the Living God who Saves? B.  Israel’s Story The Philistine Threat Then the Philistine said, “This day I defy the ranks of Israel! Give me a man … Read more

Farewell from the Fifers

It is hard to believe that the time to say “good-bye” has come.  While we would love to continue with you here, it is not possible because last year we promised to look after the Anglican Church in Randwick while their minister takes some long-service leave in June and July. It is a commitment that … Read more

Coming up this Sunday 26th May 2019

This Sunday we conclude our series on 1 Samuel, titled ‘Who is King in Israel?‘ with Stephen speaking on the topic ‘God Reveals His Chosen King’ from 1 Samuel chapter 17 verses 1 to 11 and verses 32 to 54, with the supplemental reading from Colossians chapter 2 verses 6 to 15. A reminder to please … Read more

Church news for the week beginning 19th May 2019

Today’s Talk Today we continue our series on 1 Samuel, titled ‘Who is King in Israel?‘ with Stephen speaking on the topic‘A King after God’s own Heart’ from 1 Samuel chapter 16 verses 1 to 13, with the supplemental reading from 1 Corinthians chapter 1 verses 18 to 30. Office arrangements Valerie is now absent until Friday … Read more

Who Is King In Israel? 4: A King After God’s Own Heart

Who Is King In Israel?1 Samuel 12-174: A King After God’s Own Heart1 Samuel 16:1-13 / 1 Corinthians 1:18-30 Stephen Fifer • 19th May 2019 A.  Points of View Human Viewpoints God’s Viewpoint B.  Looking for God’s King The Way Human Beings See God Sees with the Heart But the LORD said to Samuel, “Do … Read more

Is God asleep?

Have you ever thought that God is asleep? Maybe it seems He isn’t concerned about your problems and difficulties. Or perhaps you feel He isn’t listening to your prayers. The writer of Psalm 44 had a similar feeling in his difficult situation. He writes:  “Awake, Lord! Why do you sleep? Rouse yourself! Do not reject … Read more

Coming up this Sunday 19th May 2019

This Sunday we continue our series on 1 Samuel, titled ‘Who is King in Israel?‘ with Stephen speaking on the topic ‘A King after God’s own Heart’ from 1 Samuel chapter 16 verses 1 to 13, with the supplemental reading from 1 Corinthians chapter 1 verses 18 to 30. Come along at 35 Fisher Street at 10am … Read more