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Journey’s last-minute Christmas gift guide

QLD Synod Webmaster — Thu, 14 Dec 2017 01:31:10 +0000

With Christmas less than two weeks away, news reports suggest Christmas spending is at its weakest in four years as shoppers struggle to find the must-have presents to put under the tree. Some blame economic factors such as rising utility costs and slow income growth, others cite the lack of new toys and trinkets in ...

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Life, death and the birth that changes everything

QLD Synod Webmaster — Tue, 05 Dec 2017 05:19:43 +0000

For millions around the world the Christmas season brings no respite from a range of preventable risks such as dirty water or malaria. UnitingWorld’s Cath Taylor reflects on the Christmas story, personal tragedy and how we can bring hope to those abroad who are disadvantaged. I remember the birth of my first child: three-and-a-half hours ...

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How good is your gift?

QLD Synod Webmaster — Wed, 30 Nov 2016 01:35:44 +0000

While there’s seemingly no escape from the onslaught of consumerism during the Christmas season, Cath Taylor unwraps the act of giving in a theological context. Australians give a lot of gifts—about $8.9 billion worth last year, apparently. But how good were they? A jaw-dropping $500 million worth ended up back on eBay within a month ...

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