For the last couple of years, you may recall my involvement in a local story-telling project called "Surry Hills and Valleys". There's four of us involved. The main drivers are Tim (with his photographs) and Karina (reaching out to people for their stories). Astra and I contribute with text, ideas, and the website. Karina is … Continue reading Love Your Neighbour
Tag: faith
I believe in Christ and I go to the Catholic Church, though I’m not a great fan of many aspects of the Catholic Church. I don’t bang on about it, but it’s an important part of my life.
Check this out. Terrific ep of Compass on Sunday night, featuring a bunch of people I know well. Check out the promo video for Love Your Neighbour https://www.abc.net.au/…/compa…/love-your-neighbour/11325744 Baptist Minister Karina Kreminski is well known in the neighbourhood for her blog “Surry Hills and Valleys” which features stories of Surry Hills Residents. Compass explores Karina’s … Continue reading Check out this video about what’s on ABC TV this weekend
ICYMI - As we approach Easter, lots of Catholic Churches (and maybe others) cover up crucifixes, statues etc for the final week of Lent. St Mary's Cathedral in Sydney is quite a sight at the moment, with probably hundreds of purple cloths. Even if you're not a Christian or are actually an atheist, it's really … Continue reading Countdown To Easter
I spent the day visiting two of my favourite annual art exhibitions in Sydney "Sydney Life" and "The Blake Prize". "Sydney Life" is a photographic competition and exhibition held each year in Hyde Park. "The Blake Prize" is a spiritual/religious themed art competition and exhibition held each year at the National Art School. They're exhibitions … Continue reading Blake Prize and Sydney Life
Let me first of all wish my sister, Pat, a very happy birthday. Although she wasn't born and christened "Pat" that's what we've always called her. In fact, we call her "Patsy" a lot of the time and "Pat" on other occasions. The only time anyone ever uses her real name is on an official … Continue reading St Patrick’s Day