Viv Callander - re posted. A life of love and adventure.
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Viv Callander has been beautiful friend to the lovely Sue and I for over 30 years. Not always in the same city, but always close. Viv and her husband Ian are retired Salvo officers and have three wonderful daughters and 6 grandchildren. They have served in the Salvos for over 42 years and even did a stint in Moldova. Viv shares her story in this episode and it will do you good to listen to her gentle wisdom and reflections on a life of faith.
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Circumcision. Ouch!!
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In ancient times Circumcision was an important rite of passage for many cultures and religions. Paul had Timothy circumcised so that the message he wanted to get across to his Jewish listeners would be without controversy. He was prepared to do whatever it took. Australians absorb information and find credible truth through authentic relationships and the modelling of a healthy and wholesome lifestyle. They don't seem to care about circumcision at all!
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Joycelyn McIver - re posted. A journey of healing and service.
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Joycelyn McIver had a challenging childhood, but in the midst of this, was beautifully loved and cared for by families within the Salvos. Her story is rich with the human experience. Courage in the face of hardship, gratitude for her many blessings and a deep and enduring faith and confidence in the goodness and provision of God.
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Re-assessing
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We all do well to re-assess every now and then. In acts Chapter 15 the early church leaders made epic decisions about how to manage the new realities of the timnes they were living in. The lovely Sue has been re-assessing how romantic I am and has initiated a new dating system. I really hope I don't annoy her too much!
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My Camino Journey
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My friend Kris Halliday takes over the mic and interviews me about my recent 800 kilometre pilgrimage accross Spain. I walked the Camino Francis and we chat about the scenery, the people, the challenges and of course the many I times I found myself "Encountering Cheesus"! My jouney brought me to places of authenticity about myself, the church and of course the lovely Sue!
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It's nice to get a visit.
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The lovely Sue and I were delighted to visit Rachel and Paul in Greece recently and the camaraderie we felt was amazing. People always need encouragement and support, especially if they are a long way away and this was true for the early church and is still important for local community groups and even people in hospital today.
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Ashish Pawar. An international Salvo. Re posted
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Ashish was born in India to parents who were brought to a salvo orphanage as babies and who grew up to be salvo officers. He married an Aussie girl and now, an officer himself, has had appointments in the UK, Australia, USA and even exotic tropical islands. His love and confidence in God is real, as it was formed authentically through seasons of doubt and trouble. It's an inspiring story.
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Realistic expectations
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The lovely Sue and I have come to know what to expect from each other. That is how any relationship tends to function. Our relationship with God and the mysterious forces of love is a bit the same. At some level this relationship requires us to know what to expect from God and to know what God expects from us.
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Phil Wall. Re posted
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Phil Wall is an international speaker, Executive coach and founder of "We see hope" He is a foundation member of the Raines Park Salvos in the UK and has an amazing story. It's a rich and full life and Phil can talk, so this is a 50 min episode. Enjoy!
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Christmas and Hygge
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The Danes are the happiest people on earth according to many surveys. They are dedicated to what they call Hygge. Snuggling together on a comfortable couch on a cold winters night with candles, cholocate and an open fire. It's being intentional about community and happiness. Many of us try to create this experience at Christmas. Many of us try to live out a theology or philosophy of love everyday, as this is the essence of the Christian story.
info_outlineKate Baudinette grew up in the Salvos and enjoyed an idyllic childhood. As an adult, family and church life was rewarding and happy. Then cancer rocked her and disturbed the status quo, but faith found a way to bring her peace. Peace like a river.