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Caring for Ourselves

Caring for Ourselves (finding rest for our souls)Preacher: Rev Phil SwainReadings: Mark 6:30-34 & Matthew 11:28-30 We believe in a caring, compassionate God who calls us to show care and compassion to each other and all of creation … but we sometimes struggle when it comes to caring for ourselves. It seems that in this modern lives, our work, family and relationships demand a lot from us and we want to be people who give and make a difference, but Read more

Caring for Each Other

Caring for Each OtherPreacher: Rev Phil Swain Reading: 2 Cor 1:1-11 We believe in a God who cares for us, cares for communities and cares for all of creation – and we are called as followers of Jesus to share with those around us the same care and compassion that we have been shown by God. But what does that mean in a world where “the love of most is growing cold”. In this video, our pastor Phil will not Read more

I will lift my eyes [10:45]

Preacher: Phil Swain Bible Reading: Psalm 121 (Responsive) and John 14:1-6 Phil reflects on his last couple of weeks and weaves in two beautiful bible readings – John 14 and Psalm 121. There is also some great hymns!

Becoming a Keyperson – Helper’s High

Reading: Matthew 22: 34 – 40Preacher: Rev Kevin Kim “After introducing the concept of ‘Key Person’ on Sunday, 19 June, Kevin wants to continue to explore how and why we could become ‘Key Person’ to more people in our neighbourhood and community. Giving pushes aside the negative emotions, and clearly contributes to stress-induced psychological and physical illness. A concept “helper’s high” was introduced in 1988. A full 50 percent of helpers reported feeling “high” when they helped others, while 43 Read more

EHC#4 – The Rhythm of Sabbath

“Emotionally Healthy Church”The Rhythm of Sabbath Reading: Exodus 20:8-11, Hebrews 4:1-11Preacher: Rev Phil Swain If we want to be able to care for other people we must start by caring for ourselves, and in this next instalment of our “Emotionally Healthy Church” series we are exploring the Biblical principle of “Sabbath” and how stopping, resting, delighting and contemplating can bring us life. The rhythms of the Sabbath is more than just about taking “me time” but finding ways to renew Read more

How to care for others and be kind to yourself during lockdown

Series: August 2021Title: How to care for others and be kind to yourself during lockdownDate: 9am Worship. 29 August, 2021Preacher: Rose GlassockBible Reading: Colossians 3:12-17 Psychologist Rose Glassock shares with us about how we can care for others during this lockdown but also how we can be kind to ourselves. Rose is currently working with the department of education to provide tools and strategies to teachers and parents on coping with the lockdown and comes to us with a wealth Read more