The Council of Christians and Jews (Victoria) is happy to offer for your enjoyment this second issue of the 2020 edition of Gesher, our annual journal.
Source: Council of Christians and Jews
When Ash Shenker logs onto the computer each day, he doesn't wear pyjamas or trackpants but rather, two black boxes with leather straps..
Source: ABC
A peace-filled multifaith event so relevant to these times, celebrating and reinforcing compassion, courage and hope within the community.
Source: Calm in the City
Joy Hughes was born into the Christian Science church thanks, in part, to the curious mind and unexplained ailments of her grandfather, Ronald Vickers.
Source: ABC
The orange terracotta buildings have been a fixture of the Illawarra for nearly 30 years, but have you ever wondered what it's like to live at Nan Tien Temple?
Source: Illawarra Mercury
The Victorian Government’s CALD Communities Taskforce has already helped hundreds of individuals and families get the support they need, including food packages and culturally appropriate care during self-isolation.
Source: Premier of Victoria
In Lee Weissman's newly religious days, he carried his truth like a holy sledgehammer, he says, wielding it against unreceptive family and friends.
Source: ABC
In this difficult time, leaders from across Victoria's Faith Communities come together to reflect on the experiences of their communities in dealing with the ongoing challenges of the pandemic. There are uplifting stories of outreach, innovation and sharing to bring us Hope and Light.