Pastors Letter (Page 18)

Dear friends We live in “interesting” times. The COVID issue (the disease plus the measures taken to manage it) has divided many in our nation. This week we have seen violent protests in Melbourne, as well as less confrontational events in other capitals. How are we to think about this? When and how should Christians object? Firstly, we need to note that Jesus was not a…

Dear friends If you were with us last Sunday you’ll recall we dealt with the story of Abraham, Sarah and Hagar their slave from Genesis 16. In the sermon I made the claim that the Bible never endorses slavery, and I thought I’d say a little more about why I think that’s true. This is an issue that seems to come up every now and then; one of the more…

Dear friends I am writing to inform you that Matt and I have had a disagreement. It was about a significant issue.  We both explained our point of view and, in spite of what was said, neither of us were prepared to change our respective views.  And we’re totally okay with that. I am sure you’re wondering what the issue was.  It was about COVID passports.  One of us…

Dear friends Trinity Church Brighton’s first Digging Deeper is coming up next week.  As the idea may be unfamiliar, let me give you a few details. We are taking the opportunity to bring all our Growth Groups (and anyone else who wants to come) together for a time of teaching that would not otherwise be possible.  It will also be a great time for sharing with others who we…

29 August 2021 Dear friends This morning in my regular Bible reading I spent some time pondering Psalm 31.  I came away encouraged as I reflected on what God was saying in light of the current situation in our community and our nation. As I am sure you’re aware, we have an issue with a virus, and particularly with a variant that seems to defy our capacity to control it…

Dear friends I’m writing to you on Tuesday as Annika and I are getting ready to go off on holidays tomorrow. COVID permitting we should be in the Northern Territory by the time you read this, enjoying a nice break! We’ll be back at the end of the month and look forward to seeing you all then. I wanted to take a quick moment to thank everyone for filling out…

Dear friends Very shortly I will receive my second “AZ Jab”, so I write to bid you all a fond farewell. Just a joke. However, given the tone of currently surrounding much of public conversation about COVID and the AZ vaccine, for some it may seem a little too close to the bone.  If you found it “off colour”, please accept my apologies.  Many in our society are afraid.…

Dear friends I hope you’re having a nice week and if you’ve been able to take some time off for school holidays that you’re getting some good rest in! Everyday we face lots of decisions. My first big one of the day is my breakfast choice. Cereal, muesli, porridge? Or maybe today I have the time to get some bacon, eggs and hash browns going? I have to…