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Sydney Anglicans Respond with Compassion After Bondi Shooting ([link removed])

by Robyn Douglass

Members of Bondi Anglican Church comforted witnesses to the horrific shooting late into the night and marched in support of their Jewish neighbors. Read on ([link removed]) .

Brazil, Scotland Lukewarm on Nairobi-Cairo Proposals ([link removed])

by Mark Michael

The progressive churches praised the proposals’ vision of “plural catholicity,” but criticized plans to weaken full communion as the standard for unity. Read on ([link removed]) .

Videos Show Legacy of John Smyth’s Beatings ([link removed])

by Douglas LeBlanc

Reporter Cathy Newman of London’s Channel 4 has done a comprehensive follow-up documentary about Smyth’s wife, son, and daughters. Read on ([link removed]) .

Canadian Hate Crimes Bill Could Ban Religious Speech ([link removed])

by Sue Careless

Bill C-9 seeks to respond to surge in antisemitic violence, but critics say that removing a religious exemption threatens free speech. Read on ([link removed]) .

Letters to the Editor ([link removed])

by TLC Staff

We hear from readers about safeguarding, slowing our pace, and veiling. Read on ([link removed]) .

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Jane Austen Cozy Christmas Chat with Haley Stewart and David Goodhew ([link removed])

by Amber Noel

With love, wit, and a laugh, Jane Austen brought human drama to the drawing room. We love her for it. It also gave her away as a Christian. Listen here ([link removed]) .

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Lighted to Lighten: St. Thomas & the Desire of Nations ([link removed])

by Ray Capo

St. Thomas journeyed to the east, bringing the light of Christ to the people of India. His gospel work continues to this day. Read on ([link removed]) .

Hidden Gems: Some Not So Popular Christmas Music ([link removed])

by Stewart Clem

Unlike some “background” Christmas music, these selections reveal a world changed by the Incarnation but which still aches for his return. Read on ([link removed]) .

When the Waters Rise Again: Advent Hope & the Painful Waiting of Sri Lanka ([link removed])

by Jurinesz Shadrach

A cyclone has left death and destruction in its wake in Sri Lanka. The acute pain highlights the Advent ache for God. Read on ([link removed]) .

Democracy Touched by Grace ([link removed])

by Simangaliso Magudulela

How might democracy not give way to demagogues? By grace, Greek self-rule and Old Testament community meet in a wonderful puzzle. Read on ([link removed]) .

A Consecration Sermon: A Pentecostal Moment ([link removed])

by John Bauerschmidt

Christ called twelve and breathed upon them. He inaugurated a new age of peace and restoration by giving his Spirit for gospel proclamation. Read on ([link removed]) .

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