An exciting new initiative between a Sydney Anglican parish and Sydneys largest evangelical Chinese church is set to make great inroads for the gospel in Sydneys south-west.

Beckwood Brae, by Australian Christian author David Webb, is a recent addition to the crowded field of fantasy novels. Clearly influenced by both Tolkein and Lewis this is a well written and engaging offering that stands in its own right as an example of the genre as well as exploring overtly Christian themes along the way.

When Sydney rector Geoff Deutscher first rode his bike to raise money for the Bible Society, he admits he had 'bad theology.

The Bishop of South Sydney, Rob Forsyth is thanking well-wishers on his return to work after experiencing a heart attack two weeks ago.

With Connect09 well and truly under way, mission is a topic that many people are discussing. One question is "who should mission?"

This year, 150 Sydney Anglican parishes have taken part in Anglicares Toys 'n Tucker appeal, touring their neighbourhoods to gather food and childrens gifts for the 10,000-plus Christmas hampers Anglicare will distribute this year. However while the mountains of cans and toys will undoubtedly benefit families in need, several Sydney Anglican parishes are finding Toys 'n Tucker to be a golden opportunity for getting to know their neighbours.

Driving vans all over Sydney is all in a days work for the four Moore College students collecting and delivering goods for Anglicare's Toys 'n' Tucker appeal this Christmas.

Christmas cards often depict a European winter rather than a Christmas message. They are steadily being de-Christianised - moving from "Happy Christmas" to "Seasons Greeting". And when they do contain a poem it would often be a compliment to call it "doggerel".