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Reflection of the week

This week's reflection focusses on the story of the Little Children and Jesus from Mark's Gospel in preparation for Children's Week (22-30 October).

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Reflection of the week

This week's reflection looks at patience, perseverance, prayer and Luke 18:7.

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Reflection of the week

This week's brief reflection relates to daylight savings and how to make the most of every day, in every season.

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United across generations

The fourth annual All Generation Concert will be held on Saturday 15 October. Nova Tattersall identifies the unique opportunities provided by this event and how it first came into being.

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Reflection of the week

This week's reflection is centred on Luke 17:10, and looks at rewards, motivation and gratitude.

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One God, many friends

Lighthouse (Uniting) Church in Port Pirie is on its way to developing strong ecumenical ties with the local Catholic diocese, spending time in community together through an annual dinner.

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South Sudan's secret peacemakers

“This is what my people need...to hear God’s Word of hope and peace. They need to be taught to live peace, to breathe it – commit to it, work for it." Rev Michael Aban Obat speaks to Dr Sureka Goringe about peacemaking in South Sudan.

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Reflection of the week

This week's reflection relates to the International Day of Peace, and focusses on John 14:27.

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Reflection of the week

This week's reflection looks at 1 Timothy 2:1 and the call to pray for everyone.

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Reflection of the week

In the lead up to KCO this weekend, this reflection focusses on Matthew 19:14: “Jesus said, ‘Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.'"

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Reflection of the week

This week's reflection focusses on Isaiah 43:8, renewal and the coming of spring.

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Reflection of the week

This week's reflection focusses on Matthew 25:35,40, and explores welcome, love, and sacrifice.

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Recovering lost language in worship

It’s not often that people can call themselves hymn writers these days – but it’s a claim that Rev Don Bell and Dr Maarten Ryder can now boldly make with the launch of their new book. In this article Don talks about writing hymns and the importance of language in worship music.

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Reflection of the week

This week's reflection looks at serving in uncomfortable spaces, and God's promise to provide.

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Reflection of the week

This week's reflection is centred on spirituality and living each day by the power of the Holy Spirit.

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Reflection of the week

This week's reflection looks at the temptation to gather material items, rather than true treasures, and reflects on Jesus' words: “Where your treasure is, there your heart is also.”

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Reflection of the week

This week's reflection is centred on Mark 12:29-31, and encourages readers to remember our call to love God and one another, even when swept up by the busyness of daily life.

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Developing disciples at church camps

Church camps are important events for developing discipleship in young people. With the Uniting Church SA's KCO and SAYCO events fast approaching, now is the time for leaders to start preparing ways to connect campers with faith.

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Reflection of the week

This week's brief reflection looks at the story of Martha and Mary, particularly Jesus' words “there is need of only one thing. Mary has chosen the better part” (Luke 10:38-42).

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Reflection of the week

This week's reflection focusses on winter and times of rest, drawing on Jesus' words in Matthew 11:28: “Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.”