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Love in a time of war

QLD Synod Webmaster — Fri, 30 Jun 2017 01:46:25 +0000

As the conflict continues to unfold in northern Iraq, volunteers are at the heart of the humanitarian services delivering aid. Dianne Jensen talks to members of Operation Hope, a group of Uniting Church people bringing hope to shattered lives. Monday: I worked in a small container today just inside the entrance to the U2 camp ...

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There is room at the inn

QLD Synod Webmaster — Tue, 16 Dec 2014 00:00:32 +0000

What would it take for your church to become a place of refuge? Think carefully, because God’s hospitality demands that we welcome the outsider with open hearts and minds. Dianne Jensen reports. Kieran is an ex-prisoner who went looking for a church where he would be welcome. He was a new Christian whose life had ...

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December Journey now available

QLD Synod Webmaster — Wed, 03 Dec 2014 06:00:12 +0000

Most of us know the feeling of relief finding a car park brings after driving around and around for what feels like forever during the Christmas shopping spree. The Synod Christmas postcard theme this year is Find refuge this Christmas, and at its best, this is what coming to church feels like—finally, a space for ...

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