Northern Community's Podcast

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

Today Andrew Menzies opens our series in Advent as we explore the powerful example of two people who took on a journey filled with hope. Honouring the past without holding onto it, and stepping out in faith filled hope for the future. A message by Andrew Menzies. (Apologies for the poor audio recording that resulted in an abrupt trimming of some of Andrews words :( )

Today we conclude our series in Malachi as we look forward to the coming of the One who will make all things Right. As followers of Jesus, we are called to faithfully reflect the presence of Jesus in our community. A message by Matt Jones

People are less likely to respond to someone in need when they are in a group situation, compared to when they are just with one other person or alone. In a world that celebrated individuality, standing out from the crowd by helping others is rare. It is into this world that Malachi, calls us to be different. A message by David Toscano.

So often when times are tough, we circle the wagons and look after our own interests and forget others. But Jesus calls us to to be different - to be generous. A message by David Toscano

People like Hetty Johnston, Rosie Batty, Eddie Marbo and Tim Costello share a heart for justice and a desire for our society to be one that cares for those around us in meaningful ways. God's heart is a heart for justice as we hear Malachi's call for us to be just people. A message by David Toscano

In our third message drawing from Malachi we explore God's call to faithfulness to him. God is abounding in steadfast love, he wants more than anything to walk with us in life. But if we are to receive God's faithfulness towards us, God calls us to live  lives devoted to him. We cannot be complacent towards God and expect God to come to our rescue. This is not the life of faith. This att...

Inherent in the role of a pastor, is the challenge not to compromise God’s message for the sake of keeping the church congregation happy. Especially when the congregation financially contributes to the wage of the pastor. Malachi speaks to the heart of a pastor, calling pastors to stay true to God’s call.

In a world where it is so easy to compromise, easy roads and cheap fixes, there is a small voice that reached through the ages calling us back to God and to give God our best.

As we wrap up this series, Rob Nyhuis, (Churches of Christ Victoria and Tasmania Executive Officer) reflects on John's writings from Revelation 1.

There has been significant controversy regarding the life of Mary Magdalene. But what the Bible does and doesn't say about the story of Mary Magdalene may surprise and hopefully encourage you. If nothing else, Mary is a leader and a woman or passion and purpose. Apologies for the average audio quality. A message by David Toscano

What does freedom truly look like? A message by Matt Jones