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The Art of Blackfella’s Young Fella.

23 Jul

Paper given at St John’s Cathedral, 15 July, 2018 by Rev’d Glenn Loughrey, Wiradjiru, Artist. ©  Yuwin ngahdi Glenn Loughrey  Ddyiramadilinya badhu wiradjuri I acknowledge the sovereign land on which we meet, the country which gave birth to and continues … Read More »

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Becoming Fruit

30 Apr

Christianity is a progressive faith. It is never stagnant nor regressive. It’s very essence is to move into life not into death.  Each action, comment and teaching of Jesus is about transformation and resurrection. That is the essence of our … Read More »

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Hospitality & Social Justice

27 Nov

It is interesting Matthews Jesus places the basis for judgement for believers within the context of hospitality. Interesting but not surprising. Jesus very first miracle took place at a wedding. The Gospel accounts are full of stories revolving around food, … Read More »

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Is Competiton A Just Model for The Church – Matthew 25:14-30

20 Nov

    James Hillman commented when asked about his book, ‘The Terrible Love of War’, that we live in a world where we live in competition with one another. For one to advance, another loses. We are expected to drag … Read More »

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Equality, Justice & Fairness

25 Sep

  Matthew 20:1-16  Todays gospel is a challenging one, as are many of Matthew’s offerings. They disturb us and make us uncomfortable, or, they should. We are to comfortable and often unaware of our biases and blind spots. In this … Read More »

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Be awake, Jesus is back!

28 Nov

Matthew 24:36-44 Today is Advent Sunday beginning the count down to the coming of Christ in to the world. It is the count down to the beginning of the end to the ruthless power of violence, persecution and isolation presently … Read More »

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The Way of Kindness

17 Oct

Luke 18:1-8   Over the last few months I have noticed the power of  moral outrage to distract humanity from the larger questions facing society. Footy grand finals hype, Pauline Hanson’s outrageous statements, the Buddgy 9’s outrageous behaviour in Malaysia, … Read More »

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A Conflict of Perspectives – Mark 3

9 Jun

  Mark 3:20-35     Growing up I was surrounded by comic books. The superheroes of Marvell and DC comics invited me into a world of intrigue, battling the evil forces and finding incredible ways to ensure that the right … Read More »

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The Widow and The Judge

20 Oct

‘Then Jesus told them a parable about their need to pray always and not to lose heart. He said, “In a certain city there was a judge who neither feared God nor had respect for people. In that city there was a … Read More »

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Be the Change You Want To See In This Election Year

18 Aug

This week we go to the polls to elect our government for the next 3 years. Somewhere in the midst of the electioneering an important fact has gone missing. This is not about the individual who is our Prime Minister, … Read More »

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Meet Glenn Loughrey

Vicar and Artist, based in Melbourne, Australia.

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A blog for people who explore the spiritual journey. BYO RedShoes.

Glenn has worked with young people and their families for over 30 years in various fields. He’s currently a Vicar at St Oswald’s Anglican Church, Glen Iris in Melbourne, Australia.

He’s greatly interested in the work of Thomas Merton and his impact on the 20th century. He is an indigenous man with a particular interest in indigenous issues and spirituality.

Also he is an artist — Learn more at glennloughrey.com

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