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This letter gives us another secret to growth and change to those of us who are feeling a little bit complacent. Maybe we feel a little more bored than blessed when we connect with church … Perhaps we feel a lot more attached to this world than we’d like - (who doesn’t struggle with that?) and looking us straight in the eye Jesus says - “I want you to see your need as you never have before. Then I’d be able to meet your need as I never have before.” John writes this way to the church in Laodicea - “To the angel of the church of Laodicea write, ‘These are the words of the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the ruler of God’s creation. I know your deeds that you’re neither cold nor hot … I wish that you were one or the other … But you don’t realise you’re wretched, pitiful, poor, blind and naked. I counsel you get from me gold refined in the fire so you can become rich and white clothes to wear so you can cover your shameful nakedness salve to put on your eyes so you can see.” (Revelation 3:14 ff) Not easy words from Jesus but they end with his remarkable promise - “Look! I am standing at the door and I'm constantly knocking. If anyone opens the door I will come in and I’ll fellowship with him; I’ll relate to him, I’ll dine with him and he’ll fellowship with me.” (Revelation 3:20 – Message)

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All Saints' Day - A Great Cloud of Witnesses Sunday 1st November 2026

2026/10/31

This Sunday we're leaning into the tradition of celebrating ‘All Saint’s Day’ on November 1st. Rather than celebrating the ghoulish and the macabre, Christians have traditionally used this time to reflect with thanks on those heroes of the faith who have gone on before us, and are now among ‘the great cloud of witnesses’ surrounding us as we run with perseverance the race marked out for us. (Hebrews 12:1-3)

Unmasking Hypocrisy in the Church 10am Sunday 25th October 2026

2026/10/24

Matthew 23: 1-12

Competing Kingdoms - Sunday 18th October 2026

2026/10/17

Join us this Sunday as we consider one of Jesus’ most famous sayings - “Render unto Caesar what is Caesar’s, to God what is God’s.” All welcome.

YES, LORD BUT... Sunday 11th October 2026

2026/10/10

This Sunday we continue the journey through Jesus’ vineyard parables that Peter has been leading us through over recent weeks from God’s extravagant grace, to faith that becomes visible in the way we live, and now to an even more personal question: What does it actually mean to call Jesus “Lord”? It is easy to say “Yes, Lord” when Jesus and I agree. But what happens when his direction and mine are different? Who gets the final say? Drawing on Isaiah 5:1–7 and Matthew 21:33–46, we’ll return to the vineyard and discover what happens when the Owner sends his Son. And, given what happened last Sunday night, there may even be a little Bondi Junction Grand Final theology involved…

Jason Kioa with a Pilgrim Journey into the Future - Sunday 4th October 2026

2026/10/03

Join us as Jason Kioa preaches on a Pilgrim Journey into the Future. The lectionary readings for this Sunday: Philippians 3:4-14 Matthew 21:33-46

A Man Had Two Sons - Sunday 27th September 2026

2026/09/27

This Sunday Jesus continues his vineyard-themed parables with a story about a man with two sons who he asks to help him work the family vineyard. Join us as we hear Jesus teach how true obedience is shown through actual repentance and changed actions, rather than empty promises.

God's Not Fair - Sunday 20th September 2026

2026/09/20

Join us this Sunday for a look at a challenging parable of Jesus that holds up a mirror to our childish, selfish attitude to much of life, but that also invites us to look again at our true standing before God, and his staggering generosity to us all.

Strong Roots, High Hopes - Sunday 13th September 2026

2026/09/13

Humanity and creation are groaning, and it’s a reality that spans across generations, continents and contexts. But a different kind of conversation is happening this Spring – one centred not on despair, but on active courage, justice, and faith. We’re delighted to be part of Tearfund Australia's 'Strong Roots, High Hopes' tour, happening across the country this August and September, featuring stories of resilience and hope from guest speaker, Marlon Phiri, from Zambia.

Let the Sea Resound and Everything in it Sunday 6th September 2026

2026/09/06

The Psalms talk of oceans and rivers and mountains praising God. Join us this Sunday as we look forward, with a powerful hope, to a time when all of creation will be united in worship of its Creator, singing a new song about the wonderful things God has done, and the salvation he has revealed to the nations.

A Living Sacrifice - Sunday 30th August 2026

2026/08/30

As we confirm several new friends into membership of our church this Sunday, we will all be reminded of the profound call to offer bodies as 'living sacrifices’ as our everyday act of worship to God.

The Signs of the Times - Sunday 23rd August 2026

2026/08/23

When the religious leaders of his day come demanding a sign from Jesus, he rebukes them for knowing how to interpret a red sunrise or sunset, but not knowing how to interpret the signs of their times. We look forward to being with you this Sunday as we consider how to best interpret the signs of our own times.

Great Faith Sunday 16th August 2026

2026/08/16

Jesus leaves Israel and encounters a foreign woman in desperate need of mercy. After an initially frosty reception, she remains persistent and is granted her deepest desire. Join us this Sunday to find out more about this woman of great faith.

Lord of the Sabbath Sunday 9th August 2026

2026/08/09

As Jesus and His disciples were walking through a grain field, a controversy erupts regarding the sabbath. Join us this Sunday to discover God’s intention for a regular day of rest to be a life-giving discipline and blessing.

Rest for Your Soul - Sunday 2nd August 2026

2026/08/02

Feeling weary? Burdened? Join us this Sunday as explore Jesus’ promise of 'rest for your soul'!

To What Can I Compare This Generation? Sunday 26th July 2026

2026/07/26

In our passage this Sunday, Jesus rebukes the spiritual childishness of His generation. But were they really any worse than those that went before or who have come after? Join us this Sunday to be challenged about our own generation's stubbornness and need for repentance.