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.
Burwood Church of Christ passes the baton of 99 years of ministry to The Chapel Burwood
The 99-year legacy of Burwood Church of Christ’s (BCOC) local multicultural ministry is carrying on through The Chapel Sydney’s Burwood plant this year.
Registrations open today for a reshaped Collective 2021
An invitation for Fresh Hope leaders to come ‘Together at the Table’ to discuss and unearth our movement’s DNA together is at the heart of Collective 2021. Our online Collective gathering on the 5 November will launch the 12-month conversational process and will continue with regionally focused gatherings in the first half of 2022.
COVID-19 and the next generation: An interview with Ashley Fell from McCrindle Research
For our future generations, this historical moment hasn’t just been something to live through; it’s been something that will define their coming of age. For the emerging generations, this will define their worldview, culture, lifestyle and engagement with the gospel unlike any other generation.
Mission and Ministry Grants are open!
The next round of Mission & Ministry Grants are now open to churches in the Fresh Hope network for projects up to $10,000.
A flowing river: The story of Redhill Church
“God calls people out, He brings people in, and He raises people up. We’d rather be a flowing river than a pond; that is who God has called us to be.”
Care packages bring tears of gratitude to frontline health workers
Blessing local medical teams that are sacrificing and serving our communities.
Lockdown Connection
Church is scattered. How do we help the church community sense their connection to one another?
“Bricks and mortar aren’t what the Kingdom is about.” PCOC leave Stafford Street for new horizons
Penrith Church of Christ (PCOC) has parted ways with their premises of 65 years at Stafford Street to bravely walk into unchartered territory.
Old made new
Photo: Despite the challenges of COVID-19 Hurstville Church of Christ continues to be creative in being present and connected to their neighbourhood. By Naomi Giles What can an old church with a small membership base, surrounded by a diverse and rapidly changing...
Common Groundz: Bringing you coffee and a laugh
Bringing you coffee and a laugh: the dress up trend that’s catching on in Lalor Park
Pioneering species – a way of seeing in faith
In a season of displacement, the word ‘pioneering’ may seem jarring. What does it mean to be people of ‘the Way’ in our present reality, and how do we imagine pioneering when we are so restricted?
Book Review: The Bible: A Story that Makes Sense of Life By Andrew Ollerton
I love books on big-picture overview of the Bible, and this is one of the best.
Prodigal Youth Ministry
“Research in this area [youth ministry] estimate that at least half and as much as three quarters of young people who have been active in their faith through the teen years will disidentify with the Christian faith and/or disengage with the church by the time they reach their mid-to-late 20s.” Read more reflections on youth ministry by Dr Rowan Lewis, ACOM Academic Coordinator (Pastoral Theology).
Simply Present
What happens when a local church offers its heartfelt thanks to people who serve the community?
Campbelltown COC becomes epicentre of local food relief
A beautiful story of Kingdom collaboration as Campbelltown Church of Christ partners with other local charities to support residents struggling financially.
Pendle Hill Partnership
As the current lockdown in Greater Sydney continues, the impact has been concerning for many vulnerable and isolated residents within Pendle Hill Retirement Village.
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