Seeing by the Light of the Transfiguration On Transfiguration Sunday, Daniel Broadstock reflects on Peter's experience beholding Jesus' transformation on the mountaintop, and explores the implications for us, as a community shaped by the light of Jesus' transfiguration. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r3ArfdFIsYI&t=1789s
‘What is prayer? Why pray? Does it make any difference?’ Cath James, Minister of the Word - CYYA and Worship https://youtu.be/aRN20P4WGuE?t=1283
A reflection on power and authority and the possibility of being able to fully walk alongside the First Nations people of this land and to be open to hearing their stories and their understanding of the world. Cath James, Minister of the Word - CYYA and Worship https://youtu.be/zJEqc8S25Hg?t=1807
Daniel Broadstock explores Jesus' call to evangelism, reflecting on the ways that BUC can participate in a renewed ministry to offer good news to the world. Watch on YouTube at 20:35
Peter Blair (Olive Way Pastor) explores the deeply invitational call to discipleship as we begin the season of Epiphany. https://youtu.be/zPhI6jGrRWA?t=1019
A reflection on baptism, the gift of the Holy Spirit and finding peace and freedom to see ourselves as God sees us. with thanks to Jenny Hayes https://youtu.be/sjSbaTzfsW8?t=1462
Christmas Day is a happy day. We call it a day of peace, and goodwill, and joy. Dan Broadstock invited us to wonder about any discomfort that may arise from this statement. Please note that the livestream of Christmas Day worship dropped out part way through. Instead you can read Dan's reflection in the [...]
Mary and Elizabeth share a time of waiting. with thanks to Rev. Cath James https://youtu.be/RtHlmPnmcRM?t=1309
with thanks to Rev. Dr. Geoff Thompson https://youtu.be/yNhPyBnOXmU?t=1639
The path of life has twists and turns, not always straight ahead. John the baptizer calls us to repentance and forgiveness. Bishop Tutu referred to the norm being compassion, gentleness and goodness that everyone can feel within themselves. Feeling angry and resentful therefore brings with it the unpleasantness in the pit of one's stomach. God wants peace for [...]