How faith groups helped push gambling onto the NSW election agenda
Highlighting gambling harms has helped religious groups bring gambling reform need to the fore.
Missionaries urge Australians to remember Congo
The Boyds forged close connections with communities in Congo.
Xeverie met 17 young Anglican ministers from around the world. Here’s what she learnt
Being exposed to 17 nations, I learned that the needs of every nation are different. How we minister to others is shaped by the context of our countries and states
Wicked problems, a faithful perspective: Michael Smith
This month we hear from ISCAST fellow Dr Michael Smith. Michael has worked in engineering, marine ecology, climate change research, and computer programming. These days, he builds systems models to improve emergency services. Michael’s PhD was in ecological modelling.
Women a ‘sideline issue’ in the Anglican Church: International Women’s Day 2023
“As people look at the church, whether from outside or within it, the vision of something which is not inclusive [and] seems outdated in all other parts of society is actually extremely detrimental to encouraging their belonging and participation,” the Reverend Carolyn Francis said.
Sacred walks are booming. Could they help churches reach more people?
People embark on pilgrimages for a large variety of reasons.
Want to explore Melbourne’s music scene? Go to church.
For parishes across Melbourne, newly announced federal funding represents an opportunity to get more involved in the live music scene and utilise the acoustic advantages that many churches naturally have.
Coburg church raising Arabic community
Holy Trinity Coburg is working daily to save and lead those in the local community.
‘I completely forgot I’m a Christian’: A doctor’s journey of discovery
In the February episode of our podcast, Melbourne parishioner Dr Li Wan shares the struggles and triumphs of a life of faith and medicine.
The Whittington church with love as its strategy
“There are people who come and go because of their addictions and when they’re not here, we pray for them,” City on a Hill Whittington parishioner Kristi Bernardson said.