News and events for the week beginning 6th September 2015

1 Peter Real Hope series continues Today we continue our series in 1 Peter as Jodie speaks on the topic, ‘Real hope with real leadership’ from 1 Peter 5:1-5. Seniors’ Service Join us Monday (tomorrow) 7th September at 11am for our Seniors’ Service and lunch in the church. SWITCH Women’s Conference The women’s conference for the Illawarra is on Saturday 10th October at Waterslea … Read more

Father’s Day isn’t always happy

Father’s Day is always a good opportunity to remember the place of dads in our families. For many of us it brings joy and happiness, especially when we recall the positive impact of our own father, or the dad of our own kids. But this special day can also bring sadness when our father is no longer with … Read more

Coming up this Sunday 6th September 2015

We’re looking forward to this Sunday as we consider what our leaders should be like in the church. I’m  preaching on the topic ‘Real hope with real leadership’ from 1 Peter 5:1-5, and we’ll see how good church government makes a big difference in the life of God’s people. It’s also Father’s Day, so be sure to … Read more

News and events for the week beginning 30th August 2015

1 Peter Real Hope series continues Today we continue our series in 1 Peter as Adam speaks on the topic, ‘Real hope in real persecution’ from 1 Peter 4:12-19 Men’s Dinner Our monthly Men’s dinner features special guest Archbishop Peter Jensen, speaking on the topic, ‘The Truth will set you Free’. It’s back to the old venue for another month! Shell Cove Golf Club. This … Read more

Guns don’t kill people, sin does

Gun control continues to be a hot issue around the world. This week we were reminded again of the tragedy of last year’s homicide at the Lindt Cafe, and the impact of the failure to control the kind of weapon that should have been eradicated by the 1996 buyback. The U.S.A. is now starting further discussions on stricter gun control after … Read more

Coming up this Sunday 30th August 2015

This Sunday Adam Hotson will be teaching us from 1 Peter chapter 4 verses 12 to 19 with the topic, “Real hope in real persecution”. As the world continues to show its opposition to Jesus and his followers, it is a sobering thought for us to consider what this means for us, here, in Australia, … Read more

News and events for the week beginning 23rd August 2015

1 Peter Real Hope series continues Today we continue our series in 1 Peter as Jodie speaks on the topic, ‘Real hope in real service” from 1 Peter 4:7-11 Men’s Dinner Our monthly Men’s dinner features special guest Archbishop Peter Jensen, speaking on the topic, ‘The Truth will set you Free’. It’s in the all-new venue of the Central Hotel Function Room, … Read more

Worse than messing up marriage

On Monday night, The ABC provided an important contribution to the ongoing debate about same-sex marriage. The Media Watch program highlighted the reluctance across the media to give fair and equal coverage to those defending the traditional view of marriage. As the program noted, “the overall media coverage of the debate has also been skewed,” and, “as we’re constantly … Read more

Coming up this Sunday 23rd August 2015

Whether it’s at the shops or a restaurant, nobody likes bad service. But what does real service actually look like? This Sunday, Jodie will be helping us understand ‘real hope from real service’ as we explore 1 Peter 4:7-11. You might be surprised to find out just what God thinks is good and bad service. … Read more