25th October, 2026 (Year A – Pentecost 22) “Sovereignty and Sacredness”
From time beginning, first nations narrative was the interconnectedness of the many nations, the interconnectedness between people, the land it is of, and the interconnectedness of the spirit existence.
In the Pasifika between the Islands, rules kept the sacredness and sovereignty alive so there was harmony across all people.
How does all this fit with Sacredness and Sovereignty in today’s thinking?
18th October, 2026 (Year A – Pentecost 21) “The Veiled Beauty of the Sacred”
Maybe you have seen an amazing sunrise with the glow of many colors, filling the sky. God was present in that place.
Jacob had a dream…he said ,”Surely God was in this place”. Moses wanted assurance…He saw the veiled figure of God walk past.
The veiled ‘Presence of God’ is all around us, connecting us to something deeper and deeper.
11th October, 2026 (Year A – Pentecost 20) “Stand Firm”
Being a follower of Christ does not mean an absence of pain, disagreement, fear, anxiety, but the unwavering presence of Christ, the one who shows us our blind spots, and renews our minds, that we may think and act in ways that reflect the Christ we serve so we may all stand firm.
When we falter and fail, God is the one who lifts us up, Christ holds us with grace and the spirit guides us. Amen
4th October, 2026 (Year A – Pentecost 19) “The Hard Road”
Sometimes things happen that we find very hard to understand, as these guys did in the gospel story today.
The traditional symbol of Israel was a vineyard. The people were the gardeners.
Among the vineyard God has given us, we need to be open hearted and open minded, to be able to welcome people into God’s grace.
God is calling us to listen, to slow down and benefit from a long walk!
2026-09 Connection Newsletter
September 2026 Worship & Study Resources Now Available
Our September 2026 resources are now on the website.
27th September, 2026 (Year A – Pentecost 18) “Yeah, Nah, Nah, Yeah!”
The right and wrong of rules is always being debated. They can be to be right or wrong according to each one’s understanding.
Jesus was challenged, He used His power to show love and grace above considering the rules.
Centering our lives on God, using power for doing good and listening to God, will give direction.
The Kingdom of God is about faithful people living the way Jesus lived.
20th September, 2026 (Year A – Pentecost 17) “It’s Not Fair”
Jesus tells a story where workers all get paid the same amount but for differing hours of work.
The Kingdom of God is not about “Fairness, or where we all stand, it is about what we receive”.
The Kingdom of God is the divine commonwealth for the common good of all people so everyone has enough.
Jesus came to upturn things, no one is suffering because some have more and others have less.
13th September, 2026 (Year A – Pentecost 16) “Who Are We to Judge?”
We are called, even with our flaws and failings to be in unity within our diversity.
We need to relate with each other with grace, mercy and love.
Focus on doing what is right, not on other’s wrongs. Work in unity together and leave the judging to God!
6th September, 2026 (Year A – Pentecost 15) “Being Together in the Lord”
The people of God have a huge responsibility to make decisions together, peacefully and in agreement.
What is decided together is honored in Heaven. There is a process for the fellowship of church to follow.
Make sure to address the issues. Know discussion is vital and are heavenly ones.
Know the amazing community of being a people where God is dwelling – just 2 or 3 people are enough to bring joy in His presence.
