A reflection on Mark 8:27-38. Is Jesus Christ the biggest celebrity of all time? And if so, how did he get to be so famous, and what is he famous for? Especially since in the gospel of Mark, Jesus seems to do everything he can to avoid fame.
Lent 2 - Listening under the weight of the cross Opening Prayer God who knows us in our joys and sorrows, we bring these to you today. In this time of quiet listening help us to know your presence in the paths we take, In the gentle pain of endings: Of friendships, [...]
BUC News The Justice & Mission (JAM) committee is excited and we want you to join in the fun of the Sydney Rd. Street Party on Sunday 4th March. You can offer an hour or two of your time to help out with Devonshire Tea: make scones, set up, serve, be a welcoming presence, [...]
BUC News The Justice & Mission (JAM) committee is excited and we want you to join in the fun of the Sydney Rd. Street Party on Sunday 4th March. You can offer an hour or two of your time to help out with Devonshire Tea: make scones, set [...]
A reflection on Mark 1:9-15 - Birds, Angels and Wild Beasts in the Wilderness.
Lent 1 - Listening from the place of Temptation Prayers of Adoration Wise and ancient God you have travelled with your people down through the ages through celebration and suffering. You travel with us in this same way, ever present always loving beyond our understanding. We are your people, travelling the journey [...]
Marking with ashes Hope from the ashes of despair, Healing and love with Christ through the wilderness. Prayer of Invocation God of all seasons, in your pattern of things there is a time for keeping and a time for losing a time for building up and a time for pulling down. In [...]
Prayer Points Ministry Team Ecumenical Neighbours Assembly President ASWC CY&YA Committee Property Committee Mulling Hospitality Ministry Sanctuary Movement Indigenous Hospitality House UCA Assembly Creatures of the air BUC News Do you love to sing? Do you want to learn new sings, sing old favourites, spend two [...]
Where is the real mountain of transfiguration? It is where we encounter God and commune with the Holy Spirit. It is in those brief passing moments of clarity and insight when the mysteries of faith are opened to us. It is a precursor to loss, shining the light of hope when the vulnerabilities and [...]
Prayers of Adoration & Confession Almighty God, light of creation, Thank you for offering us glimpses of your divine presence in the world. We are filled with wonder at your mightiest formations and smallest details. Forgive us for not knowing what to say or do when faced by situations that seem overwhelming or insurmountable. [...]