Northern Community's Podcast

Times of crisis often brings out the best (and sometimes the worst) in human nature). Today David looks at how the cries and crises experienced can help forge a strong community.

In today's community, we are faced with the challenge of the erosion of values and decent behaviour. Yet this provides us with a God-given opportunity to take a stand for truth; even when it costs. A message by David Toscano

Hugh Mackay writes: ‘If I were asked what to do about the level of insecurity and anxiety in contemporary Australian society, I wouldn’t start with politics and I wouldn’t say too much about terrorism. I’d suggest, as the first step, that you invite the neighbours over for a drink this weekend. Today a drink, tomorrow a BBQ, pretty soon, a community.’ Today David Toscano explores the importance of...

Communities don't just happen. But what is the difference between communities that have a heart and those that become bland suburbia? Today David Toscano explores how we need a village to raise a community.

Today we begin a new series looking at what it takes to create a strong, vibrant community. In the process, we discover something special about broccoli and how it helps us think about creating community. We also discover the role women play in shaping community. A message by David Toscano

The Federal Election gives us a unique opportunity to have a voice - and speak up for others! As followers of Jesus, we are called to step away from the safe spaces and live on the edge and in the margins. As a prophetic missional movement, we commit ourselves to be a voice for others and in how we vote. A message by David Toscano Recommended listening  https://hope1032.com.au/show/how-in-gods-nam...

Often misunderstood by being dismissed as no longer relevant or considered to be held by the elite, prophecy in the form of encouragement, exhortation and comforting people in their relationship with God is explored by Matt Jones in today's message.

Today we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus and the impact that following Jesus has on our lives with Julie and Michelle getting baptised.

Today we have the privilege of Sam from Global Mission Partners, sharing about Churches of Christ in mission around the world.

Core to our identity and part of our common ground as a faith community is that we have a personal relationship with Jesus, the Christ. This is not something we do by proxy through a priest or our parents, but directly with our Creator. Today we consider how this is shaped and influenced. A message by David Toscano

Today we have a shift in focus from our Common Ground series and spend some time prayerfully considering the 'I Am' sayings of Jesus. Curated by Matt Jones. See our Facebook Page for some photos.  https://www.facebook.com/NorthernCommunity/

What are the origins of the celebration of Communion / Lord's Supper and what role should it play in our life and worship? A message by David Toscano

There are a variety of views in the Christian Church regarding Baptism and Membership. So where has the Churches of Christ positioned itself in the past and why have we changed in this position? What might the future hold for Church Membership? A message by David Toscano.

We do not have a monopoly on truth as revealed through the Bible. So when we meet with others who have a different point of view, how should we respond? A message by David Toscano.

What is essential for an eternal relationship with God? As a part of the Churches of Christ movement we stand on the common ground of 'No creed but Christ'. But was does and doesn't this mean? Today, David explores a little more what we hold in common with other Christian churches and dispels some myths surrounding 'No creed but Christ'.

The church gets out of shape when we value one thing over another, fight over positions, and seek to force conformity. Yet we are called to honour differences and diversity. Today Matt explores Unity in Diversity.

God built his church to be one body and one people, gathered around the common purpose of following Jesus. God's personal presence with us in the Holy Spirit brings a special bond of unity. Churches of Christ have two applications that help us stay true to this and unified around God's original intentions for the church.

Today we look at being an everyday hero, everyday as we celebrate the commissioning of Alethea Ashby as Northern Community's Children to Young Families Pastor.

There are many faith traditions in the world today, but what is the common ground on which the Churches of Christ journey. Today David explores the passion we have to keep Jesus of the Bible, Front and Centre. 

What were some of the earliest influences on the white settlement of Australia and how does this call resonate to us today? A message by David Ratten

Being a follower of Jesus is so much more than a once in a lifetime experience. It is an experience, and opportunity, an adventure that we are called to join in, every day of our life. A message by David Ratten

Peer pressure is not just relegated to our teenage years, but can capture our understanding of self at any age. Today David Ratten explores how Jesus dealt with temptations and pressures to confirm to the way others wanted Him to life and how we can follow in Jesus footsteps.

David Ratten explores with us the powerful example of Jesus and His call for us to follow Him.

Joy is more than an emotion and transcends the circumstances of life. It comes from deep within and shapes how we face the world and what we bring to it, to make it better. A message by Matt Jones.

The Christmas Card images of the Holy Family and Nativity Scenes may not really reflect all that was going on in the roller coaster ride for Mary and Joseph. So what can we learn from their story on how we can sew seeds of peace this Christmas? A message by David Toscano