Bishop Duncan to retire as Bishop of Pittsburgh
Posted on November 10, 2015
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“During his address to 150th Annual Convention on Saturday, November 6, held at St. Stephen’s Church, Sewickley, the Most Reverend Robert Wm. Duncan, D.D., Archbishop Emeritus of the Anglican Church in North America, and Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of Pittsburgh, formally announced his desire to retire from diocesan leadership effective June 30, 2016…”
– from The Diocese of Pittsburgh. (Image courtesy Anglican TV.)
Limited prayer limits evangelism
Posted on November 10, 2015
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“Many people own Nelson Mandela’s book Long Walk to Freedom but have not actually read it. Many Christians love the idea of prayer, but struggle to actually implement it.…”
– At GoThereFor, Stephen Liggins encourages you to pray – for evangelism!
Happy 97th Birthday, Billy Graham
Posted on November 9, 2015
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“This is the best documentary I have seen on Billy Graham, the most famous and significant evangelist since George Whitefield…”
– Justin Taylor provides links to a 120 minute documentary on Billy Graham.
Resources for Remembrance Day
Posted on November 9, 2015
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While many churches (such as St. Andrew’s Cathedral) observed Remembrance Day yesterday, Sunday November 8th, if you are looking for material for this week, Defence Anglicans has some resources which may be of help.
Feed the Woman Meat
Posted on November 9, 2015
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“When I became a Christian at the ripe age of 16, I was immediately introduced to the extraordinary treasure trove of riches to be found amongst the pages of some of the greatest Christian writers, theologians, apologists, philosophers and thinkers of our time. …
But as I moved on into adulthood and the circles of influence shifted, so did the books offered before me to read.”
– At Effective Ministry, Sarie King has some great advice for Christian women (and men, for that matter), when deciding what to read.
Archbishop Wabukala ‘to retire in June 2016’
Posted on November 8, 2015
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“The Primate of the Anglican Church of Kenya, the Most Rev. Eliud Wabukala, has informed the members of the Kenyan House of Bishops that he will step down in June 2016, upon reaching the mandatory retirement age of 65…”
– George Conger has a brief report at Anglican Ink.
Tears and Hope 2015
Posted on November 8, 2015
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The annual ‘Tears And Hope’ service of healing for survivors of abuse is to be held at St John’s Darlinghurst, on Monday, November 23rd at 7:00pm.
Download a PDF flier to share with others, and pray that the service may help to bring comfort and healing.
Freedom of conscience clause ‘eliminated’ by Church of Iceland
Posted on November 7, 2015
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“The Church of Iceland has scrapped its freedom of conscience clause, ending the right of clergy to refuse to solemnize same-sex marriages…’
– George Conger reports at Anglican Ink.
(Map: Wikipedia.)
See also:
Bishop speaks out for gay marriage – Iceland Monitor.
The Bishop who is spring cleaning the church – Nordic Labour Journal.
Abortion ‘buffer zones’, free speech and religious freedom
Posted on November 6, 2015
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“Governments around Australia are showing a sudden enthusiasm for introducing restricted ‘zones’ around clinics offering abortions, in order to prevent protestors from operating in those areas. Tasmania has introduced such legislation…”
– Neil Foster looks at some of the ethical and legal implications of ‘buffer zone’ legislation. Where does freedom of religion fit in?
Where is your journey taking you?
Posted on November 5, 2015
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Moore College is encouraging you ask where your life fits into the Lord’s Plan. How can you be equipped to serve Christ?
Watch their latest video.
Why every seminary student should read J. C. Ryle
Posted on November 4, 2015
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“I began my study of J. C. Ryle (1816-1900) more than six years ago, and my interest in him was primarily historical. However, as I prepare to defend my dissertation and end this leg of my journey with him, I am absolutely convinced that he has a lot to offer you as a minister-in-training…”
– At the Southern Seminary blog, Ben Rogers explains why it’s advantageous to follow J. C. Ryle down old paths.
(In this Crossway video, J. I. Packer recommends Ryle’s Holiness.)
Churches, know your young people by name
Posted on November 4, 2015
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“It is a wonderful thing to be known by name. Most of us will know that experience of surprise and gratitude that comes when our name is recalled…”
– Good advice from Youthworks College Principal, Dr. Bill Salier.
J I Packer — In his own words
Posted on November 4, 2015
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Crossway have released their 18 minute “short video documentary about [J.I.] Packer’s early life, theological influences, and enduring legacy”.
Give thanks for the good things the Lord has given us though this man, and pray for Packer’s continued work in helping Christians to value and love God’s word.
You can view it here, along with eight brief video clips in which Dr. Packer addresses the questions:
What is Repentance?
What is Faith?
What is the Church?
What is Doctrine?
What is Christian Unity?
Who is the Holy Spirit?
What is the Lord’s Supper?
What is Baptism?
See also: Justin Taylor has some background and links.
Preaching the Book of Judges
Posted on November 2, 2015
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In the latest Preaching Matters from St. Helen’s Bishopsgate in London, Charlie Skrine speaks about preaching from Judges.
The first decision, he says, is to discern if the main characters are heroes, or are they villains? How do you apply the book?
Watch the 11 minute video here. Very helpful – particularly if you are planning a sermon series on the book.
Newcastle Synod 2015
Posted on November 2, 2015
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The Second Session of the Fifty-First Synod of the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle was held the weekend before last. Bishop Greg Thompson’s Synod Charge has been published on the diocesan website (PDF file). Photos here.
What we believe
The message at the heart of Christianity is really quite simple…