It is difficult to argue with C. S. Lewis famous sentiment that "pain is Gods megaphone to rouse a deaf world". But what do you do when your nation is characterized by health and prosperity?

The very idea that God would heal people of homosexuality is a complete anathema to our culture on multiple levels. Its hard to see this changing in the near future. However it does reflect poorly on media diversity in Australia that the voice of ex-gays tends to be under-reported.

Former homosexuals like Chris Keane say their voice is being suppressed by the media, and as a result Christians do not hear the full story. He believes the issue of homosexuality is far more complex than the way it is portrayed in the secular media.

Like most recent Booker winners, The Gathering is not feel-good fiction. Enright, herself, admits that "when people pick up a book they may want something that will cheer them up, in that case they shouldnt really pick up my book".

One man shares his story of overcoming homosexual feelings and behaviour with the assistance of other Christians.

Archbishop Peter Jensen has asked whether Sydney has the "spiritual and moral resources" to care for others through the possibly difficult times ahead, pointing to a growing imperative for Sydney Anglicans to connect effectively with their communities.

The leader of Australias evangelical student organisation has taken on a strategic international role.

2008 is already shaping up as a year of new initiatives for Georges River Region.