The God of freedom calls us to shape the future through our collective choices. A reflection on Exodus 3:1-15 shared with Manningham Uniting Church, 6 September 2026 (Proper 17 Year A, one week out).
Again and again I hear people say that Jesus never intended the church. And if the church looks like every other kingdom, then this is certainly true. But Jesus certainly came to establish a sign and…
In his encounter with the Canaanite woman, Jesus rethinks Joshua’s policy of no mercy. Revisiting a piece from 2023, in light of the rejection of the Voice to Parliament. A reflection on Matthew…
A rainbow reading, and other stories. A reflection on Genesis 37:1-4, 12-28 shared with Manningham Uniting Church, 9 August 2026 (Proper 14 Year A)
Through struggle, we are transformed. A reflection on Genesis 32:22-31 shared with Manningham Uniting Church, 2 August 2026 (Proper 13 Year A).
Notes on sibling rivalry. A reflection on Genesis 29:15-30, shared with Manningham Uniting Church, 26 July 2026 (Proper 12 Year A).
On weeds, seeds, scoundrels, and descendants like dandelions. Reflecting on Genesis 28:10-22 and Matthew 13:24-43 with Manningham Uniting Church, 19 July 2026 (Proper 11 Year A).
Could a common story interrupt thirty centuries of violence? Reflecting on Genesis 12:1-9 with Manningham Uniting Church, 7 June 2026 (Pentecost 2 Year A).
It seems doubt is part and parcel with faith: and this should be deeply encouraging. Reflecting on Matthew 28:16-20 with Manningham Uniting Church, 31 May 2026 (Trinity Year A).
(From the archives) If you want to see Jesus, don’t stand there peering into heaven! Reflecting on Acts 1:6-14 with Manningham Uniting Church, 17 May 2026 (Ascension).
