May2015
Statement on Marriage
by Bishop John Henderson
On 22 May 2015 voters in the Republic of Ireland were asked to determine whether ‘marriage may be contracted in accordance with law by two persons without distinction as to their sex’. Of nearly 2 million votes cast, 62% voted ‘yes’. The success of this referendum, supported by the Irish government, has sparked a worldwide… Read more
Feb2015
Sanctuary to Asylum Seekers
RESOLVED: that Synod encourages congregations and individuals, and affirms those who are already active in their support, to welcome new arrivals from refugee backgrounds to their communities and that they work to understand their specific needs and actively support them in their resettlement. (Resolution 150210 LCA General Convention October 2015) Are you a church wanting… Read more
Dec2014
Sydney hostage drama
by Bishop John Henderson
Martin Place in Sydney is about as close to the heart of modern Australia as you can get. It’s a short sloping mall in the centre of our largest city. The Reserve Bank, Channel 7, and the Cenotaph major business and institutions vie for space. At the top are the NSW law courts and Parliament,… Read more
