Every Pan Has a Purpose: You Are Unique and Loved
In a world obsessed with comparison and competition, God loves us just as we are — a unique mixture of talents, beauty, and purpose. The glory of God is a person fully alive.
Rod Pattenden
Rod Pattenden works part time as Mission Development Consultant in The Hunter Presbytery of the UCA and also has a studio practice as an artist and painter.
Who Do You Say That I Am? The Disturbing Jesus We Need
Jesus asks his disciples the most confronting question: Who am I? Through three powerful artworks from around the world, we discover a Jesus who refuses to stay comfortable — one who pulls us to the edges of our awareness and meets us there.
14th September 2025 (Year C – Pentecost 14) “The Loving Eye of God”
Jesus tells the parables of the lost sheep and the lost coin to show God’s urgent and compassionate focus on what is lost. Unlike the Pharisees, Jesus emphasizes rejoicing over recovery, not punishment. These stories reveal God’s loving gaze—a divine attention that sees, values, and embraces each<br /> person. We are invited to live within this “solar system of grace,” held by unconditional love. Though such love can sometimes make us feel inadequate, it also reminds us that everyone experiences failure and brokenness, and yet God loves us just as we are.
14th September 2025 (Year C – Pentecost 14) “The Loving Eye of God”
Jesus tells the parables of the lost sheep and the lost coin to show God’s urgent and compassionate focus on what is lost. Unlike the Pharisees, Jesus emphasizes rejoicing over recovery, not punishment. These stories reveal God’s loving gaze—a divine attention that sees, values, and embraces each<br /> person. We are invited to live within this “solar system of grace,” held by unconditional love. Though such love can sometimes make us feel inadequate, it also reminds us that everyone experiences failure and brokenness, and yet God loves us just as we are.
3rd December 2023 (Year B – Advent 1) “Everything shaken, what lasts?”
Despite the ‘shaking’ at times we have the ability to look forward into the future with hope. The church needs to be a ‘generator’ of hope and reflect on values that last forever. Not to build little kingdoms, but a sense of hope in Christ that will last for ever.
3rd December 2023 (Year B – Advent 1) “Everything shaken, what lasts?”
Despite the ‘shaking’ at times we have the ability to look forward into the future with hope. The church needs to be a ‘generator’ of hope and reflect on values that last forever. Not to build little kingdoms, but a sense of hope in Christ that will last for ever.
25th December 2022 Christmas Day “Christmas is Always Outside”
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25th December 2022 Christmas Day “Christmas is Always Outside”
ALL AGE MESSAGE INFORMATION SHEETClick on the button below to get the information sheet on today’s presenters, messages, and readings.
3/10/21 “Loving Creation with All Your Heart, Soul and Mind “
Imitating Christ and not just following Christ. Being a radical, peacemaker, filled with ideas and passion<br /> and imitating Christ with love and grace. That’s our Francis!
3/10/21 “Loving Creation with All Your Heart, Soul and Mind “
Imitating Christ and not just following Christ. Being a radical, peacemaker, filled with ideas and passion<br /> and imitating Christ with love and grace. That’s our Francis!
16/05/21 Where Heaven Is?
Just what is Heaven and what does it mean to us? Why does God live up high?
16/05/21 Where Heaven Is?
Just what is Heaven and what does it mean to us? Why does God live up high?