“Where you there when they crucified my Lord” 

‘The Passion of Christ 2012’, the story of Christ’s death and resurrection, will be performed in the beautiful grounds of Government House in St George’s Terrace on Saturday, March 31^st at 3pm.  The performance is open to all and is free of charge, and lasts for approximately an hour.

Award winning director Anthony Howes says:  “For the first time in many years the Easter story as a play will be presented in the heart of the city.  It allows a wonderful preparation for performer and audience alike, as Lent ends and we await the impact that Easter must mean for all throughout Perth, both believer and non-believer.  It is also a tremendous opportunity to join together as an audience to proclaim the Christian faith and show by sheer numbers assembled that the Easter story really matters to us and to all the community”.

“The Passion of Christ 2012” has been written by Peter Hutley, who stages the play in Traflagar Square, London.  It will be seen there on Good Friday, featuring the professional actor James Burke-Dunsmore as Christ, who is flying to Perth to play the role here in our production.

There is no ticket-charge, however groups and individuals should reserve spaces by emailing info@perthcathedral.org with ‘Passion tickets’ in the subject line, or telephone St George’s Cathedral Office on 9325 5766 if email is not available for you.  Confirmation of admittance will then be sent, and this should be shown when the Government House Gates are opened from 2.30pm on the day.  . Hats or similar, bottled water cushions or other seating equipment are recommended.  Those bringing larger folding chairs will be placed behind those on cushions or backrests.  No food is permitted. It is produced by The St George’s Cathedral Drama Unit, with performers from all of Perth’s Christian denominations.

At 1.30pm before the performance, their will be a meditative prayer service in the Cathedral, as a preparation for the play, for those who wish it.  Otherwise, audience members may move directly into the Grounds when gates open at 2.30pm.

‘The Passion of Christ 2012’ is endorsed by the Heads of Churches in WA and sponsored by the Anglican Diocese of Perth, the Hawaiian Group, the City of Perth, Mr Denis Cullity AM CMG, St George’s Cathedral and anonymous benefactors of all denominations. West Australian Newspapers / Channel 7 are the supporting Media Partners and the Wesley Centre provides rehearsal space for the production.

                                            9:30am to 3:45pm

Wollaston Conference Centre, Mount Claremont, Perth WA   7 March 2012

9:30                                        Gathering

9: 45                                       Welcome and overview of day

9:50 – 10:50     Mitres, Wimples and women’s other hats – Christian women leaders through the centuries’ by Bishop Barbara Darling

10:50 – 11: 10                     Morning tea

11: 10 – 12:00                     ‘Good Church Women and/or Radical Feminists’by Dr Janet Scarfe

12:00 – 12: 50                      Lunch

12:55 – 1: 45                        ‘The necessity of women and men in priesthood: A Christological

perspective’by The Reverend Dr David Wood

1:45 – 1:50                           Time for a stretch

1:50 – 2:40 pm.                   ‘Pawn? Saviour? Seductress? or Victim? – Women in the Life of

King David’ by The Reverend Cathy Pinner

2.45 -3.15                             Group discussions: Bearing in mind the talks we heard today

- what are our plans or visions for tomorrow

3: 15 -3:45                            Feedback from groups

3:45                                       Close of symposium

It is important to Register for this symposium, no later than the 28 February 2012. We regret that no late registrations can be accepted.     Any  questions  can  be  directed  to  The  Reverend  Dr  Georgina  Hawley, (08) 94464021 or 0458402177 or email georgina.hawley@bigpond.com

5.00pm Evensong, ‘The Mind of Christ’, comes at the conclusion of WA’s Mental Health Week.  Here we give thanks for all who work in the area of mental health, give thanks with and for those who have recovered from mental illness, and pray for those who still live with it.  One in every four persons in our society will suffer from a
mental illness at some point in their lives.

The preacher is The Reverend Lorna Green, an experienced hospital chaplain, and a person recovered from a mental illness.  Lynne Evans, CEO of S Bartholomew’s House, reads one of the Biblical lessons.  The Choir sings music by Tomkins, and Wesley’s beautiful Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on Thee.  A reception
follows on the Parvis for a time of fellowship with others whose care is for
spiritual and mental wellbeing.

Time: 5.00pm  Further information:  info@perthcathedral.org

THREE WEDNESDAYS: OCTOBER 12, 19 AND 26

Time: 5.15pm – 6.15pm

Venue: Friends’ Meeting Room, Lower Burt Memorial Hall

Cost: $10 per session ($7.50 concession)

Further information: info@perthcathedral.org

Dr Bill Leadbetter, our newest Cathedral Scholar and Dean of Studies for the
Anglican Diocese of Perth, explores the earliest days of Christianity and the
struggles between heresy and orthodoxy.

The early church was a vibrant and complex place, teeming with ideas and
possibilities. The “orthodoxy” with which we live today and to which we assent
in the Creeds of the Church did not emerge easily or naturally from the body of
believers in our first few centuries.  Alternative theologies were canvassed and
contested. This was a process that began in the earliest years of the Christian
community, and continues to this day. It is a part of the vibrant spirit of our
church that, from time to time, we are challenged to articulate our beliefs and
what they mean to us.

This series is not chronological, but thematic.  This is because it is the
one story, but told with three slightly different emphases: the first upon the
leaders of divergent movements in early Christianity; the second upon the ways
in which the Church sought to solve such conflicts and the growth of conciliar
authority as a response to them; and the third at the increasingly complex ways
in which statements of belief came to be formulated in response to the
challenges of the time.

Apollos to Arius

One feature of the early church was the emergence of charismatic teachers
whose teachings were not always consistent with those of church leaders. In the
New Testament, Paul refers to Apollos, behind whom a group had clustered in
Corinth. Later decades brought others: Carpocrates; Cerinthus; Marcion;
Valentinus; Bardaisan; Montanus; Novatian; Arius are all figures of significance
in the early church. This session will, by looking at such men and their
teaching, also identify some of the intellectual movements which interacted with
early Christianity.

Jerusalem to Chalcedon

One solution that the early Church developed to resolve conflict was the
church Council: a gathering of bishops to debate theological propositions under
the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Myths have sprung up about some of these
Councils – Nicaea in particular, but they did play a critical role in the
emergence of early Christian teaching.

Apostles’ Creed to Athanasian Creed

Another solution that was developed, largely within the context of the
conciliar movement, was the emergence of creedal statements as definitions of
orthodoxy and touchstones of heresy. How did these emerge? What authority do
they have? They certainly remain as an authoritative link with the fragmented
and controversy-ridden churches of the fourth century. In an environment in
which an Anglican Communion Covenant has been developed, it is still worth
asking whether such statements, like the creeds, are more likely to produce
unity or division.

Time: 5.15pm – 6.15pm

Venue: Friends’ Meeting Room, Lower Burt Memorial Hall

Cost: $10 per session ($7.50 concession)

Further information:

info@perthcathedral.org

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or (08) 9325 5766

Voices in Praise Ecumenical Choir invites you to their Seasons of the Soul presentation, fundraising for UnitingWorld’s Horn of Africa Appeal. Come and enjoy this selection of sacred music, fellowship and supper. It will be held on Sunday 25 September at Mount Pleasant Uniting Church, 5.00pm. Cost is $12 adults and $7 concession. Voices in Praise are also seeking new singers for their Christmas presentation, no auditions required. For more info contact John Chatfield on 9457 2801.

In this Edition: United Nations Association of Australia National Conference; Camino Salvado; Kidsreach School of Children’s Counselling.

Have you registered? Have you checked out the website? Do you know someone who is interested in chaplaincy or counselling, who you could pass on this news onto? Please help the Children’s Ministry Network to share this news, so the counselling needs of WA schools and churches can be met!

Registration and Course Details:
Perth, Western Australia July 18 – July 21
Eden Hill Church. Morley Drive, Eden Hill, WA
Registration to: Please make cheques payable to “Kidsreach” and send to

Kidsreach P.O.Box 265 Nth Richmond, NSW 2754 www.kidsreach.org.au
Local Host:  Brady Williams Email: brady.williams@ccca.org.au
Office: (08) 9390 0966 Mobile: 0411088809

COME TAKE PART IN THE 3^RD ANNUAL PILGRIMAGE FROM SUBIACO TO NEW NORCIA, WA IN THE SPIRIT OF DOM SALVADO!

When Commencing Sunday 21st August – Sunday 28^th August

Commencing Sunday September 4^th – Sunday 11^th September

Where       The route runs from St. Joseph’s Church in Subiaco to New Norcia.

• Day 1: Experience the iconic swan river foreshore.
• Day 2: Explore the Swan Valley vineyards.
• Day 3: Discover thousands of years of Noongyar history in Walyunga National Park.
• Day 4: Through Chittering Valley famous for its orange groves and vineyards.
• Day 5: Walk along the edge of the magnificent Julimar State Forest.
• Day 6: Continue walking along the edge of the magnificent Julimar State Forest.
• Day 7: Through beautiful undulating countryside and amazing bird life
• Day 8: The Spanish heritage of New Norcia.

How Many and How Much?

Each pilgrimage has a maximum of 24 participants and the cost for 2011 is $800. A deposit of $100 is required within 7 days of your registration. The registration covers accommodation, transport and generous meals and snacks.

More Information and Registration:

http://caminosalvado.com

In this edition: Dave Male: Fresh Expressions; Multicultural Ministry Conference; TEAR Young Adults BBQ; National Christian Life Survey.
If you have something you would like us to help publicise, e-mail administrator@churcheswa.com.au

Dave Male: Fresh Expressions

Developing mission-shaped church and ministry with Rev Dave Male from the United Kingdom!

This is a joint Anglican/Uniting event, one not to be missed. Rev Dave Male has written “Church Unplugged: Remodelling Church without losing your soul”. Fresh expressions is church breaking out of the mould! Fresh expressions are forms of church established intentionally for the benefit of people who are not yet member of any church. For more information, please ring Rev Brian Carey on 9260 9800 or visit the Uniting Church Website.

Multicultural and Cross Cultural Conference

The Multicultural Ministry Network of the Uniting Church in Western Australia is excited to announce the Cross-Cultural Ministry Conference.

The conference will be held from Friday 17–Sunday 19 June with a range of events available for participants from all walks of life to engage in.

There will be a conference on the Friday, a workshop on the Saturday, and a Multicultural Trinity Sunday service at Trinity Uniting Church in the City. For more information, visit the Uniting Church Website.

TEAR Young Adult BBQ

TEAR will be holding a Young Adult BBQ Dinner with guest speakers and workshops on indigenous and environment issues. It will be held on Monday 4 July at the Outback Centre, 315 Bagot Rd, Subiaco, 6.30–9.30pm. Cost is $10. RSVP by 1 July to stevemckinnin1@hotmail.com or for more info visit  http://www.churcheswa.com.au/2011/06/tear-australia-young-adults-bbqdinner/.

National Church Life Survey

National Christian Life Survey (NCLS) Research is inviting all local churches to take part and benefit from the 2011 NCLS from September to November. Twenty plus denominations will take part, and it is now time for churches to order survey forms. For more info visit www.2011ncls.org.au.

The NCCA have released their resources for Social Justice Sunday, which is being held on September 26. Entitled “Peace be with you: Witnessing to peace in a violent world” this 8 page booklet contains stories and information for use in services on Social Justice Sunday.

The website reads:

In countless conflicts across the globe, the shadow of violence continues to obscure a new horizon for peace. Nevertheless, as we reflect earnestly at the conclusion of the Decade to Overcome Violence we should draw inspiration from the continuing outward gaze of the ecumenical movement in Australia in standing in solidarity with the victims of violence across the world.

Traditionally, in times of conflict and amid the terrors of deprivation and need, the Church has often held firm as a place of sanctuary and succour. Sometimes it has had a very mixed response, with some sections fearful and silent or even siding with persecutors. The Church reflects both the highs and lows of our human condition.

In many flashpoints across the globe, the Church speaks forcefully for the preservation of human dignity, the broader protection of rights of individuals and communities, and has achieved many peace dividends, some small and some great.

To download the booklet (in two parts) visit the Social Justice Sunday page on the NCCA website.