Christian Groups’ support for various political parties in Australia

The Australian federal election is about mid-way through the six weeks election process; and sadly, there are a number of Christian groups who are entering this process to endorse candidates who most closely align to the ‘Christian’ view.  I don’t have an issue at all, with Christians being involved in a political process. Yet, I [...]

Posted on October 31st, 2007 by Shayne
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Catholics are vital to Australia’s democratic future

In today’s Sydney Morning Herald (October 30,2007) there is an article by the Catholic Archbishop of Sydney, Cardinal George Pell. It is an edited extract from an address given at the Sydney Institute last night to mark the launch of his book God and Caesar: Selected Essays on Religion, Politics and Society I think that [...]

Posted on October 30th, 2007 by Shayne
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Homosexuality and the blessing of same-sex unions. (Anglican issue)

I’ve been busy for a few months and was wondering what sort of topic I should start with, once I had more time to write for this blog. Let me state from the start – I don’t have any more of an interest in homosexuality than any other sin. I’m equally at odds with those [...]

Posted on October 28th, 2007 by Shayne
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