Reformation Day (31st October)

In the Protestant Reformation of 1517, the Christian church, under the leadership of Martin Luther, rediscovered the truth that grace is the pulsing heart of Christian life. It had been discovered and rediscovered many times before that, as it has been rediscovered many times since. However, the 16th century had seen a loss of it […]

To Whom Can We Turn?

From time to time, everyone needs to find or give an ear. We have issues, concerns, problems, challenges to meet or decisions to make. Often, we just need a sounding board – someone who can give advice or suggestions – or simply someone to hear us in a non-judgemental way. Just talking about things can […]

Forgettery

Struggling to remember the date of an important event, Eric apologised, saying, “My memory is not too good these days,… but I do have an excellent forgettery!” Many of us, I’m sure, could closely identify with Eric! Ps 78 says that the Ephraimites (the northern tribes of Israel – kind of like a denomination of […]

The Hope of Forgiveness

“You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbour and hate your enemy.’ But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, so that you may be children of God.” [Mt 5:43-45] C.S. Lewis, one of the most influential Christian authors in the last century, recounted […]

After Winter Comes Spring

September is here. In a familiar seasonal change, winter will slowly and gently pass in order to herald spring. God created the four seasons and, in many ways, we see the signature of the same artist in our lives. Our lives will change, and we will enter and exit many seasons, but the Son remains […]

Continue in What You Have Learned and Firmly Believed – 2Tim 3:14

Paul gives this instruction to every Christian believer so that they may have the gifts of salvation and fullness of life, and be equipped for every situation that they find themselves in (2Tim 3:14-17). What we have learned and firmly believe is God’s truth, His Word, the Gospel of Jesus Christ, which comes to us […]

Tuning Out and Tuning in

Samuel was only a boy serving the Lord in the temple under Eli. This was at a time when the revelation of God was rarely heard or seen. One night Samuel was asleep when God called out, “Samuel, Samuel!” Samuel answered, “Yes? I’m here.” This happened a second and a third time. That’s when it […]

Thank you very much

Thank you to the members of the Golden Grove Uniting Church and also to members of the Community for supporting our call to help in some way to assist the Fires Service and families that has been affected by the bushfires.Your response for help was overwhelming. We would just like to advice that the following […]

John Wheatcroft

John WheatcroftCongregation chairpersonChurch council chairperson John is the man to see if you have any questions concerning the life or governance of the church.