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Five leadership qualities young people demand

QLD Synod Webmaster — Fri, 01 Jul 2016 21:22:25 +0000

Sure to be a hot topic during the National Young Adult Leaders Conference (8–13 July), what are the key qualities that young people look for in their leaders? Journey picks five must-have traits for leaders who want to command the attention and respect of millennials. Authenticity Young people want their leaders—whether in the church, the ...

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Five ways to make child safe churches

QLD Synod Webmaster — Sat, 12 Sep 2015 04:00:33 +0000

Active planning for safety can help us meet our mission goals and reach out to the community. It’s absolutely critical that every church is a child safe church. Here’s five tips that will help make that happen. Share guardianship Every person engaged in the life of the church needs to grow a culture of shared ...

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Four signs God may be calling you to ministry (or not)

QLD Synod Webmaster — Wed, 05 Aug 2015 08:00:47 +0000

Here’s a handy list for those considering a call to a specified ministry in the Uniting Church. You’re hooked on Christian education and you’ve run out of lay courses Many ministry candidates report that the hunger for knowledge and understanding that led them to explore theology was their first step. Talk to Trinity College Queensland ...

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Five faith Facebook faux pas

QLD Synod Webmaster — Tue, 09 Jun 2015 05:00:02 +0000

Just because you can say something, doesn’t mean you should. Heaven knows not all Christians use Facebook appropriately—a sad and missed opportunity considering the potential impact. Here are five tips to keep you on the straight and narrow. Inspiration overload I’m so glad you are inspired by five million quotes from “Anonymous” laid over city ...

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Five ways to pursue happiness

QLD Synod Webmaster — Thu, 07 May 2015 22:00:20 +0000

It’s official, belonging to a faith community contributes to health and happiness. In fact, the keys to the good life identified by mental health experts pretty much echo the Biblical imperatives to act justly, love mercy and walk humbly with God. Here are five top tips for happiness: Give Generosity is beneficial to your physical ...

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Five weasel words to watch out for

QLD Synod Webmaster — Fri, 10 Apr 2015 22:00:47 +0000

Like most organisations, churches love to use words which give the impression of being intelligent and inclusive whilst smoothing over potential discord. But these deliberately ambiguous words can be as evasive as weasels, containing no actual meaning. Keep a close eye on these lest they give you the wrong idea. Unchurched This word was coined ...

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Six ways to be a welcoming church

QLD Synod Webmaster — Thu, 12 Jun 2014 03:48:41 +0000

Have you ever visited a church and felt awkward because you didn’t know when to stand or sit or why a smiling stranger was suddenly holding your hand and singing at you? It can be daunting attending a new church. Even if your congregation is small, you have something precious and life-giving to offer. Here ...

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