Split decision
Carlton Pearson’s remarkable story has been adapted into a Netflix feature film starring Chiwetel Ejiofor as the titular preacher.
Youthful approach
TIM LAM It’s not just tram zones and hook turns that Bradon French is learning to navigate as he settles into his new Melbourne-based role with the VicTas synod.
Focus on the positive for African youth
Stories of “African gangs” terrorising Victorian suburbs have featured prominently on the front page of tabloids this year.
Water of life
In this feature, we share stories of baptism from around the church and look at the theological foundations of this important sacrament.
Ann and Lyn’s legacy
Last year was a very difficult one for Rita Hastilow and Broadford Uniting Church, but out of immense loss has emerged the unexpected blessing of a thriving children’s ministry.
Vanuatu visitors and a harvest of goodwill
For six months of the year Bairnsdale Uniting Church becomes the second spiritual home for a group of men from Vanuatu.
Star struck
Louis Theroux has made a career out of asking awkward questions but in this documentary he has to answer them.
Test of faith
Paul, Apostle of Christ is a tribute to the persecuted Christians throughout the world who cling steadfastly to their faith in almost unimaginable circumstances.
Palm Sunday rally denounces ‘racist’ refugee policies
Moderator Rev Sharon Hollis has urged Australians to reject the federal government’s “racist dog-whistling” during her address at the Palm Sunday Walk for Justice for Refugees.
There’s something about Mary
Mary Magdalene is arguably one of the most enigmatic characters in the Gospels.
Standing up for a jest cause
Crosslight speaks to stand-up comedian Hannah Boyland, who will be appearing in the Squeaky Clean Comedy Roadshow during the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.
Putting children first
Children have been pushed to the margins of the church for too long, according to an expert on children’s spirituality.