Controversy over Diocesan funding of the “no” Campaign Some of our members have expressed to me their concerns, or upset, over the Diocese spending $1 million supporting the Coalition for Marriage. I can understand the surprise & upset. The first I and most Synod members knew about this funding was this week at Synod. The […]
What’s been happening in our Children’s Ministry Community? Quite a lot! Last week 47 campers joined us for a week full of action packed fun at Xtreme Camp. It was a great time to build relationships with the kids as we shared the Gospel with them, through our lives and through James Wallace who gave […]
So… what’s been happening in our BTX youth community? Friends – I am so thankful to God to report that BTX (By the Cross) has just finished a wonderful Term 3. As well as having some really fun nights like DIY dessert & a Mexican Fiesta, our focus this term was “Hot Topics” where […]
News from our Mission Partners the Watsons We left Gymea Anglican for Kununurra 13 years ago and have been involved in ministry with Aboriginal people as BCA co-workers. Jim has been employed with TAFE, lecturing in construction and Natalie has home schooled our 4 children. In 2016 we became foster carers for two Aboriginal sisters […]
Archbishop Davies Calls Churches to Prayer for Marriage He writes, “I am writing to you now to suggest that you highlight Sunday, 17th September as a special day of prayer – I am calling all Anglicans to pray for this issue specifically, in the context of prayer for our nation, its leaders, federal, state and […]
A Glimpse of life for our Mission Partners the Brownings in East Africa Andrew writes, “We thank God for your support and prayers over the last 16 years. Life here in Tanzania continues to be a mix of frustrations and blessings. A personal prayer point has been answered which makes our life here a little […]
Dad’s Celebrate Father’s Day with gifts that keep giving I asked a couple of book experts to recommend their top 5 that dads and their children can enjoy together. Olivia recommended these favourites for dads to read to their little ones: Thoughts that make your heart sing– Sally Llody-Jones & Tim Keller ( Great for […]
Important Update about our finances and ministries On behalf of Parish Council, I would like to update you on the church’s finances. We have good news and bad news. First – the good news. We sincerely thank God for the dedicated, financial commitment of our church members to the ministries of this church. 60% of […]
90th Anniversary Celebration – Back to Gymea Day On Sunday 22nd October at 930am we will be holding the finale of our 90th Anniversary celebrations. Archbishop Glenn Davies will be our guest speaker at a combined service at 9.30am. All other services will be cancelled on this day to enable members to attend. Some […]
Same sex Marriage Debate There will be a postal plebiscite within weeks. You and I will get the opportunity to let our politicians (our children, grandchildren and our nation) know what we believe is the best way to live. Laws never make people live or believe. They allow and punish but they also express values […]