Priscilla and Aquila Centre

25/05/2026

07/05/2026

How can our churches grow in understanding, care, and love for one another?

In this elective from the 2026 P&A Annual Conference, Tony Payne and Kate Morris reflect on neurodivergence within the family of God—shaped by a biblical vision of creation, fall, and redemption.

They consider how church life can be marked by welcome, patience, and shared responsibility, as we learn to walk together and serve one another as members of one body.

A careful and encouraging call to love one another well in Christ.

Watch now: https://paa.moore.edu.au/resources/neurodivergence-and-the-family-of-god-tony-payne-kate-morris/

05/05/2026

How should churches respond to domestic abuse within the family of God?

In this session from the 2026 P&A Annual Conference, Mal York and Kara Hartley ground the discussion in Scripture; reflecting on marriage, sin, justice, and the call to care for the vulnerable.

Drawing on pastoral experience, they offer guidance for prevention, early response, and ongoing care, helping churches respond with both truth and compassion.

Watch now:
https://paa.moore.edu.au/resources/domestic-abuse-in-the-family-of-god-mal-york-kara-hartley/

28/04/2026

What does it look like to serve Christ together across the seasons of marriage and ministry?

In this elective from the 2026 P&A Annual Conference, Callan and Katrina Pritchard, alongside Moussa and Ros Ghazal, reflect on the realities of ministry life. From navigating changing roles, family responsibilities, and the demands of church.

Through different stages of life, they highlight how God forms his people in weakness, and how husbands and wives can support one another in faithful service.

An honest and encouraging picture of serving Christ together over the long haul.

Watch now:
https://paa.moore.edu.au/resources/serving-together-seasons-in-ministry-for-the-ministry-family-moussa-ros-ghazal-callan-kat-pritchard/

23/04/2026

What does it mean to serve as a single woman within the family of God?

In this elective from the 2026 P&A Annual Conference, Caroline Litchfield and Susan An reflect on church as a household; where men and women relate as fathers, mothers, brothers and sisters, and care for one another in practical and spiritual ways.

Drawing on Scripture and personal experience, they highlight the diversity of single life, the opportunities for partnership in ministry, and the importance of thoughtful, Christ-shaped community.

A timely encouragement to live well together as the family of God.

Watch now:
https://paa.moore.edu.au/resources/seasons-in-ministry-serving-as-a-single-woman-in-the-family-of-god-caroline-litchfield-susan-an/

20/04/2026

How do we teach difficult parts of Scripture with both faithfulness and care?

In this elective from the 2026 P&A Annual Conference, Paul Williamson and Sarah Balogh explore Ezekiel 16 and 23, grappling with their confronting imagery and showing how these passages reveal Israel’s unfaithfulness and God’s righteous judgment.

They also offer practical wisdom for preaching such texts, helping churches handle them clearly, carefully, and pastorally.

A thoughtful session on teaching all of God’s word with conviction and care.

Watch now:
https://paa.moore.edu.au/resources/handling-problematic-texts-ezekiel-16-23-both-faithfully-and-sensitively-paul-williamson-sarah-balogh/

17/04/2026

It was a privilege and joy to host David and Nancy Guthrie at the Priscilla and Aquila Centre this week. There was much to learn from their wise, vulnerable, compassionate, and practical presentation on the subject of the grief experienced by both men and women in the loss of a child. We were reminded that God is a "Father of compassion and the God of all comfort" (2 Cor 1:3) and that we all have a role to play in walking alongside those who mourn.

14/04/2026

What does complementarianism look like in the realities of church life?

In this elective from the 2026 P&A Annual Conference, Jono Squire and Karen Lawson-Smith reflect on applying biblical convictions in a growing ministry context. Drawing on their experience at Grace Anglican Church Camden Valley, they explore how men and women serve together in partnership, with clarity around roles, leadership, and training.

A practical look at complementarianism in action—holding together conviction and wisdom in the work of gospel ministry.

Watch now:
https://paa.moore.edu.au/resources/applying-complementarianism-in-a-changing-context-jono-squire-karen-lawson-smith/

08/04/2026

How do complementarian convictions shape the life of the church gathering?

In this session from the 2026 P&A Annual Conference, Mark Thompson and Veronica Hoyt reflect on serving together as men and women, while honouring the distinctions Scripture gives.

They explore how God’s word can dwell richly among his people through a range of voices, offering a clear and practical framework for thinking about complementarianism in gathered worship.

Watch Now: https://paa.moore.edu.au/resources/slots-and-spots-in-the-church-gathering-mark-thompson-veronica-hoyt/