Stories
We overcome by the blood of the lamb and the power of our testimony (Rev 12:11). We pray that our stories of transformation will encourage and energise you in your transformation journey with Christ; individually and in your spheres of influence.
We Celebrate Patricia’s Appointment to the Property Trust
At the recent 2018 AGM for Fresh Hope NSW, Patricia Chan was appointed as a Member of the Property Trust for the next two years. We understand that Patricia is the first woman to join the Property Trust since it began. We warmly welcome her to the board...
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Those of us who are parents are justifiably proud of the milestones that our children achieve. On reaching adulthood, milestone achievements are less frequent but generally more significant. When your son authors a book that addresses sensitivities around...
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Understanding the Times – Part IV
This article is the final in a series of four, designed to prompt and motivate church leaders to practice reflective discernment on important themes. Theme Four: Our Indigenous Footprints – Future Engagement With the onset of winter, the Australian...
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Safe Church Training
We are moving forward at Fresh Hope Mission and Ministry! We are entering into an agreement with the NSW/ACT Baptist Association to partner with them in adopting their Safe Church/Child Protection training program – Creating Safe Spaces.
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Understanding the Times – Part III
This article is the third in a series of four, designed to prompt and motivate church leaders to practice reflective discernment on important themes. Theme Three: The Hype and Drop Culture Have you noticed how post-millennials (born post 1997) are...
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Pilot Pastoral Care Training Takes Off
The inaugural Pastoral Care Training commenced on the 1st May with 21 participants from 10 different Churches of Christ represented. So far, participants have learned about the ageing process, the spiritual story, core values in spiritual care and the art...
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First Pioneering Cohort Begins
Earlier this month, the first cohort of Fresh Hope Pioneers gathered at the Tops for 3 days. Fresh Hope Pioneering, a stream of Mission & Ministry, desires to equip new expressions of the Kingdom as they seek to take new ground for Jesus. We had leaders...
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SCTA Presenter Training
The Safe Church Training Agreement (SCTA) is an initiative of the National Council of Churches in Australia (NCCA). To help make Australian churches safer, the SCTA provides National Training Standards for safe church programs and workshop presenter...
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Churches of Christ Oral History Project
Do you like listening to great interviews?
A great interview can move, teach, and inspire.
Churches of Christ in Australia invite you to capture stories of our people.
Understanding the Times – Part II
This article is the second in a series of four, designed to prompt and motivate church leaders to practice reflective discernment on important themes.
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Staff Snapshot: Meet Ross Stewart
Please help us welcome Ross Stewart to the Fresh Hope Mission & Ministry team. Ross began working with us just two months ago. Here’s some insight into his world and what his role means to the wider Fresh Hope community.
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Building on the Legacy
In mid-February, Fresh Hope Mission and Ministry pioneered the ‘Youth Pastors and Leaders Conference’. This was the first event of its kind in some time and it was a privilege to have 30 leaders present over the 3 days.
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Understanding the Times – Part I
This article is the first in a series of four, designed to prompt and motivate church leaders to practice reflective discernment. I would assert that a failure to do so, catapults the church into eventual demise, primarily due to our inability to adjust our mission and understand our context.
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Attune to His Stirring
This year our theme is ‘stirrings’. With so much uncertainty happening globally, there remains a profound and important discipline for church leaders to listen for the stirrings of God through His Holy Spirit.
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Annual Conference Notice
Annual General Meeting 2018 Announcement
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10 years of Fresh Hope
2018 marks the 10-year anniversary since Fresh Hope was launched across our network. It remains for us a compelling reminder of our role in life and society.
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