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The Death of John the Baptist (A sermon on Mark 6:14-29)

Posted on July 17, 2012 by Father Dave

“When his daughter Herodias came in and danced, she pleased Herod and his guests; and the king said to the girl, “Ask me for whatever you wish, and I will give it.” And he solemnly swore to her, “Whatever you … Continue reading →

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Stealing Gaza by Brian Eno

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Father Dave

Best known as an innovative musician and for his production work on seven albums for U2, Brian Eno also has a strong history has a human rights activitst.   Here he succinctly summarises the real situation in Israel/Palestine. It’s a … Continue reading →

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A Plea for Peace from a bereaved Palestinian father by Bassam Aramin

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Father Dave

I will not seek vengeance. No, I will continue the work I have undertaken with my Israeli brothers. I will fight with all I have within me to see that Abir’s name, Abir’s blood, becomes the bridge that finally closes … Continue reading →

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What Everyone Needs to Know About Extramarital Affairs … and what you can do to help

Posted on February 8, 2012 by Father Dave

What Everyone Needs to Know About Extramarital Affairs … and what you can do to helpby Dr. Robert Huizengap (author of ‘Break Free from the Affair‘) Recent statistics suggest that 40% of women (and that number is increasing) and 60% … Continue reading →

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Muslims are NOT our Enemies

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Father Dave

Moslems are NOT our Enemies! a speech given by Rev. David B. Smith On September 10th, 2006, I guest speaker at a gathering of around 500 Islamic men and women in Bankstown, raising funds for war-torn Lebanon. Unfortunately I was … Continue reading →

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Ray Williams Loses His Order of Australia

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Father Dave

  Ray Williams loses his Order of Australia (and if I had one, I’d be handing it back)   In December 2005, Ray Williams – former CEO of failed insurance giant HIH – was stripped of his Order of Australia. Ray … Continue reading →

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Another Miracle (Mark 1:29-39)

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Father Dave

After they left the synagogue, they went directly to the house of Simon and Andrew, along with James and John. Now Simon’s mother-in-law was lying in bed, sick with a fever, so they promptly told Jesus about her. He went … Continue reading →

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How to Create an eCover – for your book or software project

Posted on February 2, 2012 by Father Dave

They say that creating an ebook cover is hard work. They’re right! Of course, that’s not to say that there aren’t some shortcuts. some of my best efforts at ecover creation It’s just a fact of life that virtual products (such as … Continue reading →

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Bible Basher! – Australasian Post, July 23rd, 1994

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Father Dave

by Graham Holdstock The Rev Dave Smith, acting rector of Holy Trinity Anglican Church at Duiwich Hill, Sydney, has issued a challenge to the local toughs: “Beat me over five rounds – one each of boxing, kickboxing, judo, wrestling and … Continue reading →

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