Best Uniting Church Queensland Podcasts (2024)

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Plenty podcast: Transforming communities with FreddyMatch 33:17

4y ago33:17

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In this episode we consider the Plenty mission priority Transforming Communities as Scott Guyatt meets with Dr Roxane Foulser-Piggott and Dr Gary Bowman, co-founders of FreddyMatch. They discuss volunteering to make a difference in the community, and how their project was created to help connect volunteers and community organisations. Listen now.Fo…

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A Goodness You Can Taste - Part 1 27:27

4y ago27:27

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Sermon Series: A Goodness You Can Taste Preacher: Eddie Whiteway November 2020

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Facebook for church discussion 1:03:38

4+ y ago1:03:38

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Social media discussion with a specific focus on Facebook hosted by the Presbytery of The Downs.By Uniting Church Queensland

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Anniversary service 21 June 2020 40:02

4+ y ago40:02

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This Uniting Church in Australia anniversary service for Sunday 21 June 2020 is a celebration of 43 years Uniting together in Christ.By Uniting Church Queensland

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Anniversary service sermon 14:46

4+ y ago14:46

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This Uniting Church in Australia anniversary sermon by Moderator Rev David Baker is for Sunday 21 June 2020 in celebration of 43 years Uniting together in Christ.By Uniting Church Queensland

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Project Plenty: Episode 16 44:31

4+ y ago44:31

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In this new edition of the Project Plenty podcast, Rev Kaye Ronalds, Minister at Granite Belt Uniting Church, talks with Scott Guyatt about her congregation’s experiences in contributing to the life of a community confronted with natural disaster and hardship.By Uniting Church Queensland

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Project Plenty: Episode 15 27:12

4+ y ago27:12

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In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Scott Guyatt speaks with Queensland Synod Moderator Rev David Baker and reflects on where we find ourselves, both as a church and a society.By Uniting Church Queensland

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God is Calling | Vehicles - How we plan to get there from here. 28:41

4+ y ago28:41

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1 Peter 4.10 - God’s gifts of grace come in many forms. Each of you has received a gift in order to serve others. You should use it faithfully.

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God is Calling | Values - What we have our hearts set on. 32:16

4+ y ago32:16

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Ephesians 4.1 - Live a life worthy of what God chose you for. You are a child of God and, as His child, you’ve been called to do something wonderful with Him. God has placed desires and dreams in your heart and gifts in your hand for the specific purpose of working with Him. If we disregard His call, and instead, live just for ourselves, looking to…

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Project Plenty: Episode 14 32:33

4+ y ago32:33

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One of the calls that has resonated throughout the life of the church during the Project Plenty podcast is a renewed focus on discipleship. In this latest episode, Scott Guyatt unpacks what this means with Rev Monique Coughlin, chaplain at The Lakes College within the contexts she has worked in.By Uniting Church Queensland

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God is Calling - Your Call is Important to Us! 31:53

4+ y ago31:53

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There’s absolutely no doubting that God is indeed calling you, but there’s often a great deal of doubt and ignorance surrounding that call. It’s helpful to note that God’s call always has a context! God’s call contains a specific time, place, and purpose. “The place God calls you to is the place where your deep gladness and the world’s deep hunger …

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iQuit - Perfecting (Chasing) 33:56

4+ y ago33:56

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Stop chasing start racing! “Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? So, run that you may obtain it.” 1 Corinthians 9:24 Perfection is the proverbial wild goose chase! The chase to perfection leaves you powerless. You are never satisfied with what you have achieved. Rather you are always chasing but never…

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Project Plenty: Episode 13 37:55

4+ y ago37:55

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The orientation of our local churches toward serving their local communities isn't new, but the question we've heard raised through the Project Plenty process is "what church as community hub" might look like beyond 2020. We talked with Redcliffe Uniting Church's Rev Paul Clark to explore that local congregation's vision for a community hub.…

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iQuit Presuming (Guessing) | Stop Guessing Start Knowing! 4:29

4+ y ago4:29

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Could this be a description of your work or your life: “I do precision guess work based on unreliable data provided by those of questionable knowledge.” This Sunday we’ll be explaining how you can start to take the guesswork out of your life. Hope you can join us.

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iQuit - Pretending (Faking) 29:57

4+ y ago29:57

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Here’s the subtitle to Sunday’s message: You won’t make it if you fake it! Jesus is the gold standard for authenticity. He’s the real deal, the genuine article. Whoever claims to live in Him must live as Jesus did (1st John 2:5-6). · No ifs, no buts, no maybes! · Close enough isn’t good enough! He invites you to quit pretending and start living. We…

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Project Plenty: Episode 12 35:39

4+ y ago35:39

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Why does a church need to be reminded about prioritising discipleship? What does it mean to think of ourselves as one church? Is it too late for further input to Project Plenty?With the release this month of the mid-way "What we heard" report, we sat down with Moderator Rev David Baker and Moderator-elect Rev Andrew Gunton to ask them what they’re …

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iQuit - Procrastinating | Don't wait until tomorrow; or you'll end up wasting too many todays. 23:03

4+ y ago23:03

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Don’t brag about tomorrow. You don’t know what a day will bring. Proverbs 27.1 The most dangerous word for your spiritual growth is “tomorrow.” In Spanish the word is mañana which means "later". This later can mean a week later or two years later. It is very vague, and potentially the most damaging response you can give to someone!…

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I Choose – Important Over Urgent 22:13

5y ago22:13

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The Tyranny Of The Urgent In the 1960s, Charles Hummel published a little booklet called ‘The Tyranny of the Urgent’ and it quickly became a business classic. In it, Hummel argues that there is a regular tension between things that are urgent and things that are important—and far too often, the urgent wins. The urgent, though less important, is pri…

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Project Plenty: Episode 11 34:20

5y ago34:20

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What’s being a safe church got to do with the church’s joining in God’s mission? In this first episode of the Project Plenty podcast for the new year, Scott talks to Rev John Cox of the National Safe Church Unit. They talk Royal Commission, safety, mission and the church of the 21st Century.By Uniting Church Queensland

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I Choose - Discipline Over Regret 28:05

5y ago28:05

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Scripture: Luke 9.23 Then he said to them all: “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me. We must all suffer one of two things: the pain of discipline or the pain of regret. Jim Rohn

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I Choose - Purpose Over Popularity 28:13

5y ago28:13

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I’m offering you the choice of life or death. You can choose either blessings or curses. But I want you to choose life. Deuteronomy 30:19 We are the result of the choices we make and while we agonize over little things like what to eat and what to wear, we often ignore the big choices that really shape our lives. During January we’ll look at four i…

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I Choose – Surrender Over Control 24:30

5y ago24:30

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Do not try harder, try surrender: Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight (Proverbs 3. 5-6). Surrender is at the core of trusting God with all your heart. Surrender happens when you know that you don’t know. When you know that you cannot think…

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Big Kids of God podcast 6 41:32

5y ago41:32

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In this final episode of Big Kids of God we had the delightful Tahlia and Jess Ruhle on the podcast to chat about thinking for yourself, tapping people on the shoulder and modesty. Listen now!Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of th…

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Project Plenty: Episode 10 33:20

5y ago33:20

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What’s life like in a suburban Uniting Church congregation? What’s the approach to discipleship? How are we serving in our local community? What next?We talk to Matt Smith, Lead Minister, and Lauren Murray, Relationships Manager, at Toowong Uniting Church to explore the now and future shape of discipleship and mission for this local church. Could t…

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Big Kids of God podcast 5 26:38

5y ago26:38

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Get keen for the most festive of festive Big Kids of God episode! We have Connor Prince our house band on banjolele (yep that's a baby banjo) and we get stuck into juicy edgy topics including "people who only go to church on Christmas and Easter", as well as "the commercialisation of Christmas"˜—sound juicy? Give it a listen!Disclaimer: The views a…

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Project Plenty: Episode 9 25:56

5y ago25:56

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Growing disciples, mental health and church structures that enhance mission. These are just some of the issues and themes that have been raised during the listen and discern phase of Project Plenty. Find out more as we turn the podcast reins over to Moggill Uniting Church Minister Rev Mel Wheeley as she puts regular host Scott Guyatt under the spot…

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Big Kids of God podcast 4 46:24

5y ago46:24

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On this week's episode of Big Kids of God the special guest is Dom Mercer from Indooroopilly Uniting Church. Hear about Dom’s goal to work at as many “weird” places before he returns to uni; how growing up in a church doesn’t make you a Christian; whether dating non-Christians is okay; and tensions between church and “touchy topics”.Listen now! 🎧Di…

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Project Plenty: Episode 8 41:54

5y ago41:54

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Are bedtime stories for our kids a form of theological education? Is theological education just for ministers? Is it just about biblical and theological theory and knowledge? What’s it got to do with the rest of us? Are approaches to theological education changing? We talk to Dr Paul Jones, Principal at Trinity College Queensland on all these quest…

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Big Kids of God podcast 3 44:16

5y ago44:16

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This week on Big Kids of God we have the fabulous Karien Semaia join us! We chat all things church, journeying with others and leaning on one another during tricky times (plus heaps more). Our edgy topic was “How do we respond to super evangelistic, out there Christians”. Thanks for listening!Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this pod…

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Big Kids of God podcast 2 41:14

5y ago41:14

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This week on Big Kids of God we have our very first guest! Big shout out to Nathan Pegg from Emmanuel Uniting Church for sharing his story. On spicy topics we chat chocolate vs strawberry milk, Kanye's new album and salty Christians!Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals and do not necessarily refl…

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Big Kids of God podcast 1 17:04

5y ago17:04

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We are children of God but what does that look like for young people in the Uniting Church? Emma and Michelle chat to youth and young adults from across the Uniting Church in Queensland to hear stories of actual real-life young Christians (bc we exist!) and have a fun time too. Join us on this 6 week adventure!Disclaimer: The views and opinions exp…

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Project Plenty: Episode 7 32:51

5y ago32:51

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Are we in the middle of a mental health crisis? Are we making progress as a society? What’s the church’s role or opportunity in helping our communities address mental health needs? We talk to Samantha Klintworth, Psychologist and General Manager within UnitingCare Queensland on this topic that has generated so much discussion at Project Plenty work…

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Project Plenty: Episode 6 38:17

5y ago38:17

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Will my bus driver lose his job to a driverless bus? In this sixth episode of the Project Plenty Podcast, Scott is joined by Brett Hall of Jobs Queensland to explore questions like this as they tackle the future of work. They’ll talk technology, globalisation, demographic change as factors driving change in the future of work for Queensland, and th…

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Project Plenty: Episode 5 33:58

5y ago33:58

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In this edition of the Project Plenty podcast, Scott Guyatt speaks with Geoff Batkin, Chief Executive Officer of Wesley Mission Queensland, about the organisation's work in the aged care sector. Share your thoughts today to shape our future for tomorrow. Join the Project Plenty conversation.By Uniting Church Queensland

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Project Plenty: Episode 4 29:33

5y ago29:33

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What does it mean to be human, and created in God's image? With incredible advances in bio and medical technology, where do we draw the line with how we "enhance" ourselves? What will we be able to do to and with the human body by 2030 ... and should we? Trinity College Queensland's Dr Victoria Lorrimar explores these questions with Scott Guyatt in…

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Project Plenty: Episode 3 34:48

5y ago34:48

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During his recent visit to Australia, Andrew Root (http://andrewroot.org) sat down with Scott Guyatt for the third episode of the Project Plenty podcast to discuss ministry and mission in an increasingly secular world. Andrew's most recent books, "Faith and Formation in a Secular Age" and "The Pastor in a Secular Age", explore similar topics. Share…

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Project Plenty: Episode 2 35:48

5y ago35:48

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What are the challenges facing our youth and young adults? What does the future of the church look like through their lens? What challenges face parents of today's young people? Scott Guyatt is joined by Mike Hands (Newlife Brisbane Pastor) and Rev Fa Matangi (Moreton Rivers Presbytery Youth and Children's Ministry Co-ordinator) to explore these an…

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Project Plenty: Episode 1 37:50

5y ago37:50

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In this first episode of the new Project Plenty series, Scott Guyatt (Queensland Synod Director of Mission Strategy) interviews North Queensland Presbytery Minister Rev Garry Hardingham and asks, "What do you think 2030 looks like and what role can the Uniting Church play?"For more information about Project Plenty visit www.ucaqld.com.au/projectple…

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Young adults ponder the now and future Uniting Church 34:51

7y ago34:51

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Fresh from their experience at the 33rd Qld Synod of the Uniting Church, we sat down with Jo, Julia and Josh, three young adults, to explore their reactions to the Synod meeting, and their views on the now and future Uniting Church. Join us for this final episode of the #realUnitingChurch podcast series.The #realUnitingChurch podcast series explore…

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Synod Inspired: Andy Goodacre part 1 1:04:46

7y ago1:04:46

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In this Synod Inspired session Andy Goodacre (3DM) challenges people to think differently about rejuvenating the local church, using practical examples of what his church in Tasmania has done. He talks about becoming God's missionary people and seeing lives transformed. Part one of two recorded during the 33rd Queensland Synod in October 2017.…

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33rd Synod Interfaith panel discussion 54:40

7y ago54:40

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On Saturday 21 October 2017 members of the 33rd Queensland Synod meeting enjoyed this lunchtime panel discussion hosted by the Synod Interfaith Relationships Committee. Rev Heather Griffin hosts this fascinating conversation with Dr Nora Amath, Associate Professor Halim Rane, Rev Brian Hoole and Rev Heather Allison.…

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33rd Synod Bible study 3: Leigh Trevaskis 21:50

7y ago21:50

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Trinity College Queensland principal Dr Leigh Trevaskis brings the third Bible study to the 33rd Synod of the Uniting Church in Queensland. Based on Leviticus 23-25, Leigh explores the modern relevance of the Old Testament. The reading (Leviticus 24:1-9) is read by Baressa Jakonia from Napranum.By Uniting Church Queensland

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Synod Inspired: Building effective community partnerships 48:22

7y ago48:22

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Synod Inspired was a series of elective workshops held during the 33rd Queensland Synod and were designed to offer inspiration, practical equipping and encouragement in a range of areas related to the Synod's Priority Directions.In this workshop, Brian Hoole (Bremer Brisbane Presbytery minister) and Dave Copeman (Queensland Community Alliance) expl…

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33rd Synod Bible study 1: Gerda Olafsen 30:39

7y ago30:39

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Gerda Olafsen, First Peoples chaplaincy coordinator, brings the first Bible study to the 33rd Synod of the Uniting Church in Queensland. Based on readings from Exodus and Acts, she asks, "What are the marks of a listening church?"By Uniting Church Queensland

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Rethinking prayer 38:45

7y ago38:45

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The Uniting Church in Queensland is committed to being Christ-centred, at prayer and listening, but what does it look like to pray without ceasing? How is bush walking or painting prayer and what can we learn from ancient traditions? In this episode of the #realUnitingChurch podcast, Scott and Mardi talk to Dr Irene Alexander and Jeff Lawrence abou…

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Rural and Remote Australia and the Uniting Church 36:22

7y ago36:22

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What does it mean for the Uniting Church to be active in rural and remote Australia? Is this part of our DNA as a church? What are the some of the challenges facing rural and remote Australia in general, and the Uniting Church in particular?In this two-part episode of the #realUnitingChurch podcast, Mardi chats with Rev Kaye Ronalds (former Moderat…

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Planting new churches 32:23

7+ y ago32:23

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What does it mean to plant new churches? And why should the Uniting Church be interested in doing so?In this episode of the #realUnitingChurch podcast, Scott goes one-on-one with Stu Cameron of Newlife Uniting Church to explore church planting in Australia, leadership, success, models and more.The #realUnitingChurch podcast series explores the core…

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Crossing cultures 27:21

7+ y ago27:21

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What does it mean to be cross-cultural rather than just multi-cultural? This is a question the Uniting Church needs to answer. In this episode of the #realUnitingChurch podcast, Scott and Mardi talk to Next Gen Arise organiser Noah Kim and young adult leader Ben Tupou about how cross-cultural young leaders are being empowered and what the challenge…

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The future is now! 35:48

7+ y ago35:48

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Welcome to episode three of the #realunitingchurch podcast!In this episode we talk to a real life Uniting Church young adult, Emma Holmes, about what she wishes the church would be now and in the future (church on Mars anyone?). We also chat to Steve Molk, the Queensland Synod digital youth discipleship project officer about what he does and how to…

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Being real 34:23

7+ y ago34:23

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Welcome to episode two of the #realunitingchurch podcast!In this episode we talk to Queensland Synod moderator Rev David Baker and Rev Janet Staines about what we mean when we say "real" and "uniting". We ask how the church is real with young people and if we have lived up to the intention of the founders of the Uniting Church.The #realUnitingChurc…

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