Women step up in Lutheran Church
Sarah Herrmann. Following five previous unsuccessful attempts since 2000, the Lutheran Church of Australia has made the historic decision to allow women to serve as pastors ... The ordination of women had been a major thread throughout her life, Copper Coast Anglican Community priest The Reverend Sheridan Brand said, adding she was pleased to see the LCA take this direction.
Our pets are a blessing
People love their pets, and although most will agree their furry, feathered or scaled companion is already a blessing in itself, the Donald Anglican church held a blessing of the animals service ... Rev Judi Bird conducted the service, demonstrating the Lord's love for “all creatures great and small” with many beloved little critters in attendance, including budgies, dogs and even a guinea pig.
Induction of Reverend Rudi Schwartz
Stuart McLean. St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Naracoorte would like to invite the community to attend the induction of the Reverend Rudi Schwartz who is returning with his wife Heila. Rudi and Heila lived in Naracoorte for many years from 2000 taking an active part in the community as well as the church.
Vital services continue for vulnerable women
Warwick – Killarney Uniting Church will carry on Protea Place’s work with at risk women in the Southern Downs. New name, new beginning. Now called Willow Tree 37, operating hours will be 10am to 2pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 37 Guy Street Warwick (look for the beautiful house next to the church) ... "We’re committed to continuing this legacy of care and support for women in need in our community": Sue Campbell, Uniting Church Communications leader.
Church milestone celebrated
The centenary celebrations commemorating the laying of the foundation stone for Holy Trinity Anglican Church Cudgewa on 16 July, 1924 were held on 14 July, 2024. The service was well attended with visitors coming from near and far ... In the 2019-20 bushfires Holy Trinity Anglican Church came very close to destruction ...
Prominent First Nations leader appointed Canon of Christ Church Anglican Cathedral
One of the Clarence Valley’s best known First Nations leaders has been made an honorary Canon of Christ Church Anglican Cathedral Grafton. The Reverend Aunty Lenore Parker is a much-loved Elder of the Yaegl people of the Northern Rivers.
Spiritual cleansing for Wallaroo Hospital
Sarah Herrmann. An Aboriginal traditional healer has performed a spiritual cleansing at Wallaroo Hospital after Indigenous patients reported feeling uncomfortable while receiving health services there. The Yorke and Northern Local Health Network invited traditional healer, or Ngangkari, Debbie Watson, from the APY Lands in northern South Australia, to help cleanse Wallaroo Hospital and the Wallaroo Community Health Building last week.
1883 – 2024 St James Anglican Church closes its doors
141 years after being built, and 80 years and one week after being first consecrated (that is a separate story) Bishop for the Riverina Don Kirk undertook the solemn duty of deconsecrating St James Church ... "We pray that they will be comforted by the knowledge that the presence of God is not tied to any place or building": Bishop Kirk.
The three churches
Clive Wilson. As a small community, Lord Howe Island has had individuals or families who have made outstanding contributions to the wellbeing of the Island. Charlie Thomas Retmock and his wife, formerly Amelia Dignam, and their family have played a great part in the wellbeing of this community.
Church centenary is approaching
The community is invited to a service at 11am on Sunday July 14th to commemorate the centenary of the Cudgewa Holy Trinity Anglican Church. The service will be officiated by Bishop Clarence Bester from the Wangaratta Diocese and followed by a luncheon in the Cudgewa Hall.
Candle vigil for domestic violence
On Sunday evening, June 9, the group known as ‘Allora Churches Together’ assembled at St. David’s Anglican Church for a candlelight vigil to acknowledge and support sufferers of domestic and family violence and to lament the environment that had permitted it to happen.
The close of an era – Cambooya Uniting Church’s final service
There was not a spare seat in sight for the closure service of the Cambooya Uniting Church ... over 70 people filled the church, to hear the Passion of Christ and give thanks for this tiny church’s contribution to Cambooya and the surrounding districts ... Rev. John said there was no more appropriate day in the Christian Calendar than Good Friday to allow ourselves to grieve.
Open air, blue sky combined church service
It was ‘community’ on display for all to enjoy – the Maldon churches combined to come together as one to host the Beehive Chimney Good Friday Service.
Church reaches milestone
A decade ago the future of the Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Cudgewa looked bleak. The floor was riddled with white ants and the inside was in great need of patching and painting. Much discussion was held on whether it would remain open considering the nature of the repairs needed and dwindling church attendance.
Thanks for the ice cream
Bruce Stewart. The "Wonderland Walk" is short but steep in places and for many of us the best way to recover and relax after walking to the Pinnacle is to visit the nearby Halls Gap ice creamery next to Stony Creek ... Thinking of "ice cream" and "grateful thanks" reminds me of an old story told by a dad who said, "Last week, I took my children to a restaurant.
Church closing its doors
After 117 years of worship, Cambooya Uniting Church will be holding its final service on Good Friday, 29 March 2024.The service begins at 3pm and combines the Good Friday service with a special service to mark the closure of the congregation.
News from Kaniva & Serviceton Shared Ministry
Diane Eastwood. The Shared Ministry agreement between the Church of Christ and Uniting Church has been running for 25 years and was established to help fund a Minister who would be responsible for the congregations at Kaniva and Serviceton, whilst still retaining their own identity, buildings and control of financial matters. One of the findings from the review focused on the fact that our congregations in both towns are made up of a number of people from denominations other than C of C and UCA ...
We welcome you – Freedom Welcome Church
Despite the Salvation Army closing its doors in Kaniva, Pastor Sam Faavae is leasing the Church on a monthly basis until its eventual sale ... So far 25 people from Kaniva, Serviceton, Bordertown and Nhill have been attending the church.
Community, culture and the spirit of Christmas
A Saturday afternoon party, nothing out of the ordinary . . . except it was. The first of its kind in Donald, a community Christmas party – all welcome, bring a plate.
Competition winners add to magic of Christmas
The results are in for the Tennant Creek Christmas Lights Competition, and it was a tough night for the judges from the Barkly Regional Council. There were so many amazing and spectacular entries, which made the decision-making process incredibly challenging.
Girl Guides have Christmas all wrapped up
During the Christmas season, everyone loves unwrapping presents, but not everyone enjoys wrapping them. However, if you are one of those people who dislikes wrapping gifts, you’re in luck! The Tennant Creek Girl Guides have a solution for you.
Horse, goats, children, baby ‘Jesus’
Stage right – a horse pops its head in. Stage left - baby goats await for their cue. On stage, a real baby sleeps in ‘Mary’s’ arms. ‘Joseph’ looks slightly perplexed. Bales of hay are propped.
