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Sermon: Making Peace

Posted on December 5, 2025 by Avril Hannah-Jones

Reflection for North Balwyn Uniting Church 7th of December 2025 Isaiah 11:1-10Matthew 3:1-12 Today, the second Sunday of Advent, is Peace Sunday, so naturally I have spent this week thinking about peace, and particularly about the peace most of us … Continue reading →

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The Gift of Peace: God’s Love for All

Posted on December 8, 2024 by Avril Hannah-Jones

The reflection for North Balwyn Uniting Church on the Second Sunday of Advent emphasizes the contrasting visions of Zechariah and John the Baptist. While Zechariah holds a nationalistic hope for Israel’s redemption, John’s message calls for a wider, personal vision of repentance and peace. Paul reinforces that true righteousness stems from love, not mere religious identity. As Christians prepare for Christ’s arrival, they are urged to pursue and embody peace in a troubled world. Continue reading →

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Sermon: Even when there is no peace

Posted on December 9, 2023 by Avril Hannah-Jones

Reflection for North Balwyn Uniting Church Advent Two, 10th of December 2023 Isaiah 40:1-11 2 Peter 3:8-15a Mark 1:1-8 Thousands of years ago the first of the three prophets we call Isaiah looked forward to the coming of a king from … Continue reading →

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