For some time now it has been claimed - rightly I think - that a "new quest" for the historical Jesus is under way. Overwhelmingly, the historical Jesus now sought is Jesus the Jew, Jesus who can be demonstrated to fit into the increasingly well-known environment of first century Judaism.

Kurt has a strong sense of 'call'. He's never been to theological college (or wants to) and he does not work on a church ministry team. Kurt is a layman. A regular guy, I suppose. He takes the bus to and from work, loves his wife and daughters and lives a relatively quite sort of life. Well, almost.

The Animated Kids Bible begins with the incredible Genesis account of creation, bringing to life the wonderful stories of both the Old an New Testaments with stunning 3D visual effects, state-of-the-art character designs and breathtaking backgrounds and settings.

Last month I made a plea that we keep our eyes open for gospel opportunities. This month I want to give an example of the opportunity The Da Vinci Code offers.

Last year KYCKSTART changed Cherry Gold's life forever - now it has the chance to do so for thousands of others with the conference opening itself up to all teenagers for the first time in its history.

Trinity boys have turned a list of household chores into money-spinners to help rebuild homes devastated by the Boxing Day tsunami.

An all-girl choir is making history at St Andrew's, taking on the role of the all-male cathedral choir while it tours overseas.

Dapto women say a coffee-shop style of church has what it takes to reach mothers struggling to make time for God.