Proclamation is intrinsic to Christian life. When the disciples thought the conversation was over, the women visit a tomb and are spoken to – and then directed to go tell. It simply defies imagination to conceive of the messenger at the tomb instructing the women to communicate to the others “He is risen!” and if …

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Will Willimon makes big statements, and has the capacity with words to back those statements up. Introducing his book Leading With The Sermon, Willimon expands on his provocative opening statement. Preaching is the most important task of an ordained leader. Preaching is at the centre of pastoral work not only because in preaching a pastor …

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Our local hospital is the regional site for COVID-19 testing. Though we have no local cases, testing required due to people who live in proximity to the border with Victoria crossing back and forth has seen increased numbers at the drive up location. Yesterday and today there were people waiting for hours, all day long. …

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