More musings on Genesis

Barry Newman’s blog is worth checking – as an example of careful examination of the Biblical text.

At the moment, he’s continuing his series on ‘Science and Genesis”. While you might not agree with every post, he provides plenty of material for thoughtful reflection on the meaning of God’s word.

Martin Bashir on interviewing Rob Bell

Last week on the American MSNBC, veteran journalist Martin Bashir interviewed Rob Bell about his new book.

The 7 minute interview is itself worth watching – but also listen to the 39 minute phone interview with Martin Bashir on why he asked the questions he did.

Very interesting interview, and a modelling of good journalism. (Image: MSNBC.)

Bibles for Japan — Bible League request

Here’s a press release from the Bible League in Australia – perhaps you can help:

Urgent Request from Churches in Japan for Bibles

The recent earthquake and tsunami that has devastated parts of Japan has shocked us all.  It is hard for us in Australia to fully comprehend the enormity of the disaster. Whole communities have been wiped out and tens of thousands are unaccounted for, presumed dead. Many have lost their home, family, friends, income and hope.

Through our international office we have received an urgent request from the Evangelical Churches in Japan for Bibles. The Bibles will be distributed in the areas most affected by the earthquake and tsunami. Included with the Bibles will be study materials to assist the churches with their humanitarian and pastoral care.

With Christians comprising less than 1.5% of Japan’s population of 127 million, there is an unprecedented opportunity to bring the true hope and assurance found only in God’s Word to many whose lives and security have been shattered.

Bibles are being sourced at the special discount rate of $2.50 each and our target is to supply a minimum of 20,000 copies. Your donation will help Bible League meet this urgent need for Bibles in Japan. To make a donation contact Bible League on 1800 800 937 [in Australia] or visit our website at www.bibleleague.com.au.

Opportunities at St Mark’s National Theological Centre

Here’s a note from St Mark’s National Theological Centre in Canberra —

St Mark’s National Theological Centre is seeking suitably qualified applicants for the positions of Lecturer in Pastoral Theology and Lecturer in Mission and Ministry.  Read more

Japan Earthquake — missionary update

Here’s the latest from CMS Australia.

Sydney prayers for Japan

“Churches across Sydney have been praying for Japan in the aftermath of the quake and tsunami, but none more fervently than the North shore Japanese congregation.

The Cammeray congregation, led by returned missionaries Grahame and Cathy Smith, spent the weekend praying after the quake occured on Friday, just hours before its houseparty in the Blue Mountains …”

– Russell Powell has this update at SydneyAnglicans.net.

The Sound of Silence

Many Christians have downplayed the reality of hell in recent years. With Rob Bell about to publish what is likely to be a controversial book, this is a time for clear thinking and faithful speaking.

Liam Goligher reflects at Reformation21.
Related: Albert Mohler on Doing Away with Hell? (Part One).
and Mark Thompson on A hell of a ruckus.

Continue to pray for Christchurch

Please continue to pray for the people of Christchurch, recovering from last month’s earthquake.

Anglican Aid has an appeal, and the website of St. John’s Latimer Square has information on how people can pray and help in other ways. (The St. John’s building is not usable.)

Church and Parachurch: Friends or Foes?

‘Church and Parachurch: Friends or Foes?’ – that’s the title of the latest eJournal from 9Marks. Grab your free copy.

St John’s Latimer Square: Growing the Kingdom

There’ll be no Sunday services today at St. John’s Latimer Square in Christchurch, due to the devastating earthquake. The St. John’s building was badly damaged in last September’s earthquake, and was further damaged last week.

Last June, the Diocese of Christchurch website ran this story on what makes St. John’s tick. This would be a good time to pray for the members of St. John’s, that they may continue to bring light and hope to their city.

(The photos shows the current senior minister, Dave Morgan, and his predecessor Wally Behan, who is currently in Sydney. Photo: Dave Wethey / Anglican Life)

Archbishop Peter Jensen at the service for Christchurch

Christchurch Prayer Service
Thursday 24th February, 2011, St Andrew’s Cathedral, Sydney
Remarks by Archbishop Dr Peter Jensen

The Bible says, ‘God is our refuge and strength a very present help in time of trouble. Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea.’ God’s word also says that we should pray for all people, for all are in the image of the one God who made us all and cares for us all.

As we are meeting here, tremendous efforts are going on in Christchurch to find the lost, to heal the injured, to bring order out of chaos. We long to help; all our compassion is engaged because of our common humanity, but especially because these are our beloved New Zealanders.  Read more

Prayers for Christchurch at St Andrew’s Cathedral today

St. Andrew’s Cathedral in Sydney is holding a special gathering to pray for the city of Christchurch.

Thursday, 24 February 2011, 1:00pm — 4:00pm.

Also, Anglican Aid has launched an appeal.

(Note for readers: the badly damaged building of St John’s Latimer Square is just across the street from the CTV building, where much of the rescue effort has been focussed.)

Moore Books sale

Moore Books in Sydney is having a stock reduction sale until the end of March (2011).

Message of support for Christchurch from NZ Anglican Church

“The Archbishops and Standing Committee of the General Synod/te Hinota Whanui of the Anglican Church in Aotearoa and Polynesia were meeting in Rotorua when we had news of the latest Christchurch earthquake. … We, along with so many other people in this country, immediately turned to prayer for all those who are so seriously affected. We have also contacted our wider Anglican Communion around the world and asked them to pray with us.

We reach out in this prayer to the people of the city of Christchurch and the wider Canterbury region, asking the God of all the earth to give everyone the strength and endurance that they need to survive and to recover.”

– from Scoop NZ. (Photo: Scoop NZ)

Bruce Winter to retire as QTC Principal

“After five years spearheading a dramatic reversal in fortunes of the Queensland Theological College (QTC), Rev Dr Bruce Winter will step down as principal, while continuing to have an active role in educating theological students as Director of the Institute for Early Christianity at Emmanuel College and in the honoured position of Research Professor at QTC…”

– press release (PDF) from the Queensland Theological College.

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