Parishes working together in the…
An amalgamation between four parishes is the first of its kind within Newcastle Anglican. And, eight months after its launch, the Upper Hunter Minster –…
A stellar year for MVAC…
Manning Valley Anglican College (MVAC) Principal Darren Parks is departing at the end of 2024. He provided this recap of another successful year and shared…
Celebrating college’s creative heartbeat
Bishop Tyrrell Anglican College (BTAC) hosted one of the most unforgettable events on its calendar: the 2024 Creative and Performing Arts Showcase. From the very…
Diverse ways to celebrate the…
As we approach the end of another year, we extend our heartfelt wishes to all members of the Lakes Grammar – An Anglican School community…
Our world needs hope
Have you noticed that all around us we are faced with uncertainties? Rising costs of living, the housing crisis, wars and rumours of wars, family…
Q&A with Reverend Melanie
Q. You were a workshop presenter at the Faith, Hope, Love Conference in Melbourne, and you do a lot of other work to raise awareness…
Growing in gratitude and empathy…
Operation Christmas Child – an initiative of Samaritan’s Purse – is a wonderful opportunity for the Scone Grammar School community to live its Christian values…
Praise pours in for property…
Roof replacements, refurbishments and lighting upgrades are just some of the maintenance requests that come across Bryan Pead’s desk. As Newcastle Anglican’s Manager of Minor…
Sky’s the limit
John Barriga loves reaching new heights. When he isn’t fulfilling his role as Diocesan Chief Executive for Newcastle Anglican, you’ll often find him up in…
Live a life shaped by…
I can count the number of horror films I have watched on one hand. I don’t like images of ghosts, ghouls, and monsters frightening me…
An Advent letter from Bishop…
Wait for the Lord – be strong, take heart. One of the most significant spiritual moments in my life occurred over 3 decades ago. I…
Rental Affordability Snapshot: Anglicare Australia’s…
Australia’s rental crisis continues to find new and shocking lows to plunge to. Anglicare Australia’s Rental Affordability Snapshot, released earlier this year, reached the conclusion…
Samaritans celebrates 40 years
Demand for support increases Welfare agency Samaritans is celebrating 40 years of service to the local community as demand for its assistance increases with more…
Partnership shows the importance of…
An excerpt from Encounter magazine: October 2024 When reflecting on Bishop Tyrrell Anglican College’s relationship with Samaritans, one name immediately comes to mind: Reverend Jacqui…
Making a difference in style
An excerpt from Encounter magazine: October 2024 Lakes Grammar – An Anglican School’s Year 11 students have turned their passion for community engagement into action…
Helping young people to flourish
An excerpt from Encounter magazine: October 2024 At Scone Grammar School, students are given a range of leadership and wellbeing opportunities through local charity Where…
Educating others on the value…
An excerpt from Encounter magazine: October 2024 Diversity Week took place at Manning Valley Anglican College (MVAC) last month. We caught up with Year 11…
Q&A with Linda Wilson
An excerpt from Encounter magazine: October 2024 From travelling in her beloved red caravan, ‘Elmo’, to the Foo Fighters and motorsport: Linda Wilson packs a…