Liturgies 4life

I am the minister at the Jesmond Park Wallsend/Shortland Uniting Church communities in Newcastle. I am passionate about exploring life and faith with others by creating wide-open spiritual spaces in which people can “stand tall,” discover where their unique gifts fit in the joyous diversity of community, and find a rhythm to life in prayer and play that sustains the light and love they bring to the world around us. Intergenerational. Multicultural. Inclusive. Grounded. Safe. Liberating. Authentic. These are some of my core values and are deeply reflected in my liturgy and my life. I also love rainbows. And unicorns. And good books. And red wine. And supernatural tv shows. And haiku. And aerial dancing. And laughing – especially when life is tough.

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  • I will praise you, Beautiful God

    I will praise you, Beautiful God

    A response to Psalm 8 When life is good and my heart feels glad I will praise You, beautiful God. When life is dull and every day feels the same I will praise You, beautiful God. When I feel hopeful and all seems to be falling into place perfectly I will praise You, beautiful God.…

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  • Lent 2: Embodied prayers

    This Lenten worship adaptation emphasizes community acknowledgment, prayer, and the significance of creation. Participants are invited to engage with elements symbolizing God’s presence and to pray for those in need.

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  • Discipleship: beyond the crowded life

    Discipleship: beyond the crowded life

    A reflection on discipleship based on Luke 6:17-26 and thoughts from Parker Palmer’s book “Let your life speak.”

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  • Come, Holy Spirit, bless us with your gifts

    Come, Holy Spirit, bless us with your gifts

    An intergenerational prayer of the people based on 1 Corinthians 12, for the commissioning of leaders

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