Sharing the good news of Jesus with others

In his book, What is Happening to Religion in Australia? Understanding the Trends, social researcher Philip Hughes observes a fundamental change in Australian values in the past century. He charts a shift from duty to family life to personal fulfilment.  Perhaps the most notable example of this is changing attitude towards same sex marriage, with two-thirds of all …

Light of the world

Have you ever been in a light-filled space, and suddenly youโ€™re plunged into darkness? Or youโ€™ve been out driving in a thunderstorm when the traffic signals fail?ย It can be frustrating; it can be frightening; it can quickly lead to chaos. Without light, Gerard Manley Hopkins would never have uttered those immortal words, โ€œGlory be to …

The path to unity

Speech by Rev Dr Rod Benson to NSW Ecumenical Council Fundraising Dinner, Coptic Orthodox Church, Guildford, Sydney, Friday 13 June 2025. Esteemed bishops, ministers, pastors, priests, deacons, members of religious orders, sisters and brothers in Christ, ladies and gentlemen:  It is a wonderful privilege to serve you as General Secretary of the NSW Ecumenical Council, …

What is the mission of God?

Rod Benson, Moore College staff devotion, 6 February 2023 Opening of a new building at Moore Theological College, 1 King St, Newtown, Sydney, in 2017. We all face challenges and uncertainties in life. We feel the impact of our past, our family of origin, our environment, the choices we make, and a range of events …