by Rev. Dr John Evans
Genesis 22:1-14
Matthew 10:40-42
Faith – its importance, its nature and its outcome have been a major theme from our readings this year; and as I look back, a major theme in my sermons. Faith, trust, obedience to God has been the challenge for us all to hear and take up. We have [...]
This coming Monday the Hon. Justice Michael Kirby (High Court of Australia, pictured right) and Prof. Muddathir Abdel-Rahim (Institute of Islamic Thought and Civilisation, below) will be speaking at a public forum at Melbourne Uni.
Time: Monday 30 June, 7pm
Venue: Sidney Myer Asia Centre, Cnr Swanston St & Monash Rd
Entry: $10, Concession $5, payable at the [...]
by Rev. Dr John Evans
Genesis 21:8-21
Matthew 10:24-39
Being a Christian, a person of faith, can be a rugged business.
Around the world Christians today are praying for Zimbabwe; that once glorious, but now troubled land. Violence there is escalating in the lead up to the run off presidential election. The Church – all of the churches there [...]
Following two years of workshopping and research with trafficked women and other women in the sex industry, director Catherine Simmonds will present a powerful performance exploring trafficking and prostitution in Australia, and the lives of women in this industry. Prostitute: Who is She? will be acted by the women themselves, with professional actors.
Three perfomances [...]
by Rev. Dr John Evans
Romans 5:1-8
Matthew 9:35-10:8
The piece of art we are using to reflect on during this period of Sundays after Pentecost is now a banner. It was made for today’s gospel reading.
Jesus is continuing on his preaching tour through “all the cities and villages” proclaiming the “good news of the kingdom” and also [...]
With deep sadness we received the news this week of the death of a valued member of our community and faithful friend to all. Arthur Hill was a member here at the Church of all Nations (Carlton Mission) for most of his life.
Arthur grew up in Carlton during the Depression years of late [...]
You are invited to attend a gathering of Pax Christi this Sunday evening:
4:30 Meeting
6pm Worship/Reflection
6:30 Shared meal (Bring food to share)
The speaker will be Carole Shaw, Senior Overseas Project Manager at the International Women’s Development Agency. Carole has first-hand experience with UN Security Council Resolution 1325, which addresses the impact of war on women, [...]
