St John's Canberra Talks

Dr Amy Erickson looks into a Christian's obedience, and makes some unexpected discoveries.

... broadcast on ABC Radio 666 Saturday Breakfast ...

Jesus flips the usual way of being human, and in doing so, shows who are the real stars. (Rev'd Andrew)

Rev'd Dr Andrew summarises some input about churches and conflict that he and Rev'd Dave heard at a conference. This seminar was presented at St John's on 17th July 2025.

Living in a world where you cannot lose, is harder than it sounds. Rev’d Dave points us to the infinite generosity we easily miss. 

Rev'd Dr Andrew on how rubbish it was to be judged, and how good it will be to be judged.

Visiting preacher, Rev'd Mark Wormall, has written and taught on the subject of spiritual care for those living with dementia. He completed his time with us this weekend by helping us consider how we can be conduits of God's love for those facing this particular challenge.

Rev'd Mark Wormell takes us into how faith works for people living with dementia, and some great accounts of people coming to faith in dementia.

Rev'd Mark Wormell guides us into more familiarity with what's happening for people who live with dementia—and busts some falsities about the condition.

Rev'd Andrew reflects on what (who) drove the murderers of the New Guinea Martyrs; but what (who) May Hayman seemed already to know.

Rev'd Dave explains how Anglicanism is like an obscure last-century radio station. And the only thing that can make that OK.

What do Joseph's brothers, Aaron's beard, ancient prejudices, a 'pagan' Greek woman, modern families, and a current Royal Commission all have in common? (Rev'd Dr Andrew)

On One who know how to catch the falling. (Rev'd Dr Andrew)

Rev'd Dave looks at the Bible's most famous struggle, and what it means for us.

What has God been doing in your life—especially when your life feels like it's not going so well? ... Rev'd Dave, with a detour via Jacob's gnarly lifestyle ...

Dr Cathy Evans is a Christian mental health practitioner. She gives some great insights into mental health, its challenges, and what it all might mean to Christians.

What to so when you're filled with rage? unclear on your identity? unaware of your blindspots? (Rev'd Dr Andrew)

You live in it—in all its thoughts, feelings, desires. What does it take, to live in it well? (Rev'd Dr Andrew)

What if I'm just not very good at faith? Who will help me? (Rev'd Dr Andrew) The band mentioned was Four80East .

Is there no limit to what God might ask of us? This ancient story has troubled readers for centuries – but maybe we have been noticing the wrong things. (Rev’d Dave)

Living between God's promises and tomorrow's unknowns. Rev'd Dave

There's a 'spiritual equation' everyone often thinks is true, and another one. Which one do you buy into? (Rev'd Dr Andrew) ... and NOTE that the Psalm referenced the end SHOULD have been Psalm 73 (not 72).

Faith is not some high-risk venture. It's about going straight—with Someone merciful and kind doing the straightening. (Dr Winifred Lamb)

Dr Harold Koch reflects on God's generous love: for Abraham, for Matthew, and for you. (Genesis 12:1-9; Matthew 9: 9-13)

A mountaintop experience leads us into a journey of endless mystery, love and mission. (Rev'd Dave)