The Takeaway

In this special Multicultural Day edition of From the Archives, we revisit a message from Chaplain Alex Sinio, originally shared during the Week 10, Term 2 Chapel at HillSide Christian College. Drawing from Revelation 7, Alex celebrates the incredible diversity of nations, cultures and languages represented in God's people while pointing towards the destiny Christians share together in Jesus....

In this From the Archives episode of The Takeaway, we revisit a message from Pastor Joey Thompson, originally shared during the Week 7, Term 2 Chapel at HillSide Christian College. Exploring what it means to walk in the Kingdom of God, Joey reminds us that God's Kingdom isn't simply a future destination, but something that should shape the way we live today. Through knowing Jesus, displayi...

In this From the Archives episode of The Takeaway, we revisit a message from Dave Ryder, originally shared during the Week 5, Term 2 Chapel at HillSide Christian College. Drawing from Hebrews 12, Dave explores what it means to belong to an unshakable Kingdom while living in a world that often feels anything but stable. Rather than responding with fear, insecurity or exclusion, we're challenged to...

In this From the Archives episode of The Takeaway, we revisit a message from Matt Porter, originally shared during the Week 3, Term 2 Chapel at HillSide Christian College. Drawing from Peter walking on water in Matthew 14, Matt explores what it means to trust Jesus through the storms of life, even when fear and uncertainty make Him difficult to see. We're reminded that Jesus is present in ever...

In Episode 23 of The Takeaway, Eva Muilenburg shares a special message for our graduating Year 12 students as they prepare to step beyond school and into what comes next. Drawing from Matthew 6 and Psalm 121, Eva explores Jesus' teaching about the eye being the lamp of the body and challenges us to see the world through generous eyes - looking at others with kindness, noticing the things we of...

In Episode 22 of The Takeaway, Jen Rowland from CRU West explores what it means to have hope when the future feels uncertain. Drawing from 1 Peter 1, Jen reminds us that through Jesus' death and resurrection, Christians have been given a living hope and an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade. Whether life is going well, we're facing difficult circumstances, or we simply don&#3...

In Episode 21 of The Takeaway, Chaplain Kyla MacDonald continues our series on boldness by looking at Peter's transformation from fearfully denying Jesus to courageously proclaiming Him. Drawing from the book of Acts, Kyla reminds us that biblical boldness isn't about having a loud, confident or outgoing personality - it comes through the power of the Holy Spirit. Whether it's standing...

In this From the Archives episode of The Takeaway, we revisit a deeply personal message from Liam, originally shared during the Week 4, Term 2 Chapel at HillSide Christian College. Sharing his own journey through calling, doubt and some of life's most difficult moments, Liam reflects on Peter stepping out of the boat in Matthew 14 and the powerful reminder that even when the storm overwhelms u...

In this From the Archives episode of The Takeaway, we revisit a message from Josh Thomas, originally shared during the Week 9, Term 2 Chapel at HillSide Christian College. Exploring Jesus' claim to be King and the impact of His death and resurrection, Josh unpacks the upside-down Kingdom of God, where greatness is found in serving, loving others and putting them first. It's a challenge to...

In Episode 20 of The Takeaway, Menushi Thompson from Kingdomcity shares a deeply personal testimony of discovering the love of Jesus during some of the most difficult years of her life. From family struggles and loneliness to searching for satisfaction in the wrong places, Menushi shares how a small willingness to open her heart to God ultimately transformed her life. Drawing from Revelation 3:20,...

In this From the Archives episode of The Takeaway, we revisit a message from Tim Phipps, originally shared during the Week 6, Term 2 Chapel at HillSide Christian College. Drawing from David's journey with the Ark of the Covenant, Tim challenges us not to wait until everything is going well before thanking God, but to worship Him at the start, in the middle, and at the end. It's an encourag...

In this From the Archives episode of The Takeaway, we revisit a message from Chaplain Kyla MacDonald, originally shared during the Week 8, Term 2 Chapel at HillSide Christian College. Drawing from Philippians 4, Kyla explores how we can stand firm when life feels heavy or uncertain, whether we're facing conflict, stress, anxiety, comparison, or everyday pressures. Through Paul's example, we're enc...

On Friday, Mr Akhabue challenges us to consider where our identity and confidence come from. Drawing on the stories of Gideon, David and Jesus, he reminds us that the opinions of others don't determine who we are or what God can do through us. Sharing from his own experiences, Mr Akhabue encourages us to reject the voices that tell us we're not good enough, draw closer to Jesus, and discov...

In this From the Archives episode of The Takeaway, we revisit a message from Citra Laupase, originally shared during the Week 2, Term 2 Chapel at HillSide Christian College. Exploring the question of where we find our identity, Citra challenges us to consider whether we're building our lives on performance, popularity, success and the approval of others, or on something that cannot be shaken. Draw...

This week's chapel message features Matt Porter as he explores what it means to live boldly for God and become someone after His heart. Drawing from the life of David and his own experiences, Matt encourages us to know who is with us, seek God's presence, and confidently ask Him for help. It's a message about trusting what God says about us, growing closer to Jesus, and allowing His presence to gi...

In this From the Archives episode of The Takeaway, we revisit a thoughtful Easter message from Stephen Lamont, originally shared during the Week 9, Term 1 Chapel at HillSide Christian College. Journey through the events of Holy Week as Stephen explores Jesus' triumphal entry, His sacrifice on the cross, and His victorious resurrection, reminding us that Easter is more than a historical event—it's...

This week's chapel message features Mr Riches as he explores what it means to live boldly for God. Reflecting on his own journey, he challenges us to consider how much we're willing to risk for Jesus and encourages us to develop courage, confidence, and purpose in our everyday lives. Drawing on the examples of Esther, Daniel, and Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego, Mr Riches reminds us that standing f...

In this From the Archives episode of The Takeaway, we revisit an encouraging message from Dougal Steven of CruWest, originally shared during the Week 8, Term 1 Chapel at HillSide Christian College. In a world where it's easy to place our identity in achievements, relationships, possessions, or success, Dougal reminds us that these things are temporary. Drawing from Ephesians 2, he shares how God's...

In this From the Archives episode of The Takeaway, we revisit a thoughtful message from Chaplain Alex, originally shared during the Week 7, Term 1 Chapel at HillSide Christian College. What do you do when faith doesn't seem to make sense? Drawing from the story of Job, Chaplain Alex explores some of life's hardest questions, from suffering and unanswered prayer to doubt and uncertainty. Ra...

In this From the Archives episode of The Takeaway, we revisit a powerful message from Matt Porter, originally shared during the Week 6, Term 1 Chapel at HillSide Christian College. Matt explores what it means to live in the freedom that Jesus offers. Looking at the promises found throughout Scripture, he reminds us that our identity is found in Christ, not in our past, our struggles, or the expect...

This week's chapel message features Dr Quinlivan sharing a deeply personal story about identity, influence, and forgiveness. Drawing from his own journey of faith, Dr Quinlivan reflects on the voices that shape our lives and challenges us to consider whether we're listening to God or allowing the opinions of others to define us. Through the powerful illustration of a rabbit trap and the teaching o...

In this message, Ps Joey speaks honestly about fear, calling, and the times we can find ourselves pulling back from God. Using Peter’s story alongside his own testimony, he reflects on what it means to deny Jesus, to return to Him, and to step into what God has placed on your life. It’s a message about surrender, courage, and trusting that God can still work through us even when we’ve struggled. —...

This week’s episode features two powerful testimonies — one from staff member Andrew, and one from a Secondary student. Andrew shares about God’s faithfulness through a life-threatening birth condition and an unexpected job loss that led him to Hillside. Our student speaker reflects on feeling empty despite having friends and how encountering Jesus brought lasting joy and purpose. Two different st...

This week’s chapel message explores Hebrews 12 and the idea of an unshakable kingdom. Looking at the early followers of Jesus who were tempted to return to what felt easier, we’re reminded that building our lives on things that last matters. When everything else feels uncertain or pressured, Jesus remains steady — a foundation that cannot be shaken. — You can connect with us further at hillside.wa...

We kick off 2026 in Chapel with a message from Principal Stephen Lamont anchored in Hebrews 12. Stephen unpacks what it means to belong to a kingdom that cannot be shaken - contrasting God’s eternal kingdom with the rise-and-fall of earthly empires. He challenges us to respond with thankfulness and worship, and gives practical encouragement for students who are still figuring out faith: read the B...