A common question that comes up about Christianity for students and adults alike is, “How can you believe in something you cannot see?” There are, of course, many things to consider, but my mind often goes to one of the most striking things Jesus himself said, as recorded by the eyewitnesses who documented his life: […]
“Declare his glory among the nations, His marvellous deeds among all peoples.” 1 Chronicles 16:14 I had the incredible opportunity to be a part of the recent team that went to Fiji during the break. The team of 18 students, 9 boys, 9 girls and 6 support staff, exceededexpectation. Our students represented not only GCC but
“My parents fought hard to keep me safe. School was expensive, and we were so poor. Because of my sponsorship, I received food, medical care and the opportunity to go to school. One day, I received a letter from my sponsor. It was the first time someone had told me that I was beautiful in
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As odd as this may sound, I really enjoyed my job interview for Primary School Pastor at the College. Among the questions was one from Mr Curtis that stopped me in my tracks — in the best possible way. He asked what I thought it would be like working with younger children, given that most
Have you ever watched the movie ‘Up’? Mr Fredericksen’s Balloon Adventure to Paradise Falls with stowaway boy scout, Russell. Remember Doug, the lovable golden retriever that has a propensity to be easily distracted by squirrels. I think that I can be a little like Doug, easily distracted and diverted from the task at hand. I
My name is Caleb Reid, and I have just stepped into the role of Primary School Pastor here at Glasshouse Christian College. I am so glad to be here, and please come say g’day if you see me around! I come to you from the Central Coast of NSW, which means I arrive as an
Set a Fire How good are campfires?? A campout is made so much better with a campfire. There is something special about sitting around a campfire, sharing stories andlaughing together with family or friends that creates beautiful and memorable moments. To set a good campfire, you need: 1. Favourable conditions, 2. The right fuel for
Grapes, Pringles, a sandwich (cut just the right way), a yoghurt tube, maybe a frozen juice box. And if you’re feeling particularly organised, a little treat tucked into the corner. Sound familiar? For many, packing lunch is part of the morning routine. You’re not just throwing food into a box; you’re thinking ahead. Will it
Hello, my name is Sydney Moore. I have the privilege of leading a dedicated team of pastors who love Jesus and are deeply committed to the wellbeing of your children. It is also my pleasure to introduce our College’s theme scripture for 2026. ‘Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good
“Hey Siri, find directions to the Messiah.” If the wise men began their journey in 2025, I’m convinced that’s exactly how it would start. They’d pull out their iPhones, tap the screen, and immediately gawk at the estimated travel time. And if they were brave enough to actually set off, I imagine that somewhere along
It’s almost the end of the school year. How do I know? Students are having final assessments, award ceremonies are taking place, graduation goodbyes are frequent, and school/personal calendars are full with every kind of engagement. Christmas is quickly approaching; are you ready? One of the first things that ushers in the Christmas season for
“Fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before Him, He endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.” – Hebrews 12:2 Have you ever noticed that where we look is where we end up going? For example, if someone is riding
There’s always a sense of excited trepidation returning to school, both for students and sometimes even from staff. As I pause and reflect on the last few weeks, including the full list of activities spread out over the holidays, I realise that the most meaningful moments have been when I have had the privilege of
High in the hills of a village far from here, a little girl named Kya lived in a small house with her parents, two younger siblings, her aunty and uncle, and both sets of grandparents. The home had a dirt floor, tin walls, a sarong for a door, and woven fabric mats for the whole
My first week at GCC as a Primary Pastor has been such a blessing. I have been meeting so many kind, caring and amazing staff and students who have welcomed me with open arms. My name is Stefan, I am married to my beautiful wife Bianca, and we have one “fur baby” (puppy) named Cali.
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Compassion Week was a massive success in school unity. We had Tropical (Primary) and Pyjama (Secondary) Dress Days. There were special Chapel Services with even a guest from Compassion International. In Secondary School, Year Level Coordinators were slimed in a Green Gloop. In Primary School, they ate pizza and poppers while learning how to live
Merriam Webster describes Compassion as “a sympathetic consciousness of others’ distress together with a desire to alleviate it.” At Glasshouse Christian College, we want to develop our pupils to have compassion for their classmates and community, but also to have compassion globally. Lately, I’ve been concerned about Australia’s rental and housing crisis. It seems harder
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Looking for something special for your child to be part of during the upcoming winter holidays? Our College Pastor, Helen Meinel, is once again speaking at the Winter Junior Camp — a Christian holiday camp run by CYC at beautiful Burleigh Heads. This camp is open to all students currently in Years 4 to 7. Running from 30
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As we approach the middle of the term, I have been struck again by how fast the days fly by and in my office, I hear story after story of what students and their families are going through. Some days are filled with laughter and smiles as I celebrate moments and achievements with both students
I’ve truly lost count of the number of times I’ve given my mum a reason to worry. There was the time my little sister and I decided to hike through China, aged 19 and 18. Or the time I thought toilet cleaner looked like a yummy snack as a toddler (that one earned me a
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One of the hardest things I have to do this year is to say goodbye to some of my favourite GCC coworkers. Pastor Nathan and Mrs Wilson are the real deal, they love your children with intentionality every day. They are finishing up at the end of this term and moving to the USA. to
I remember a boy from school coming to visit our house for lunch. He was not my closest friend. He had a bad temper and I was a little scared of him. He was one of those that my mother would invite over because, ‘Some people we spend time with because we like them. Other
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One of the things I love about my drive to school each morning is that I turn a corner on Steve Irwin Way and come face to face with Mount Tibrogargan. The sight of it never fails to take my breath away. Its beauty, size, and grandeur make it both a landmark to admire and
Over the past few months, in an attempt to gain inspiration for our current chapel series in Primary School, I have been doing some very serious research – aka watching superhero movies. From Superman to Iron Man, Wonder Woman to Batman, I’ve been analysing what makes them so special. (It’s a tough job, but someone’s
This year is an exciting year for our family, as our youngest Miles is attending GCC. He has officially started prep. He like many others who started their journey last year attended various preview days. One of his favourite things was receiving his very own stuffed “Elliott the Eagle.” Our family was heading to North
As the year draws to a close, our school community has been buzzing with excitement, joy, and celebrations. One of the special events we participated in is our Christmas Chapel, a cherished time of fun, faith, and reflection. This year, the highlight of our Christmas Chapel was a giant advent calendar, creatively brought to life
Dorothy’s phone buzzed again—another message. Her friend Trish was asking to catch up for lunch on Saturday. She glanced at her calendar, already filled with her children’s end-of-year events, work deadlines, family catch-ups, and her commitments at church. When had life become so chaotic? Maybe Dorothy’s life sounds familiar. As the year draws to an
Over the weekend there was a heartwarming/wrenching story on 60 Minutes about the Homeless World Cup and the Australians who flew to Seoul, South Korea to represent their country. It is absolutely worth a watch. You can watch the whole segment on the 9 Now app but here is the promo video: One of the
Don’t worry. It’s not you that’s changed. It’s the quality of our storytelling that has changed. The Hollywood system has forgotten how to tell a good story and it’s struggling to stay afloat. As Hollywood strays further from the essence of true storytelling, prioritising agendas and spectacle over good content, we must remember the timeless
Sixteen years ago our family went on our first short-term mission trip to Fiji. We went with the Glasshouse Country Baptist church and the plan was for us to help build dorms for the students studying at the Fiji College of Theology so they would have a place to live on campus. We decided to
From the dazzling opening ceremonies to the intense competitions, the Olympics are everywhere right now. This year, Australia celebrated an early victory with Grace Brown securing the first gold medal for our nation in the road cycling time trials. Brown’s journey to this achievement is quite remarkable; after suffering from stress fractures in her legs,
This August, 22 Senior School students are heading to Fiji for a Missions Trip. For some, this will be their first time abroad and for others, they’ve never been on a ministry trip or camp before. During this trip they will be partnering with the College of Theology and Evangelism Fiji (CTEF), local schools, churches
‘I have become convinced that if God stands a child before you, even just for a minute, it is a divine appointment.’ Wess Stafford This insightful and penetrating quote by Wess articulates the cry God placed on my heart many years ago. It has led my prayer life and acknowledgement that eachminute with a person
In the last two years, I have found the topic of money comes up more frequently in my social circles. People are feeling the pinch as their dollars buy less than they once did and housing prices skyrocket. Dual incomes are becoming essential for meeting a family’s basic needs: one income pays the mortgage while
One of my favorite people in the world is my 18-month-old niece, Zoe. My sister and I often take her on hikes, strapping her in as we navigate paths, climb over rocks, and brush past trees. While her vocabulary is limited, Zoe never fails to wonder about the world around her, often pointing and asking,
One of my favourite stories in the Bible is the one where Jesus spits in the dirt, mixes it up, and places the mud on the eyes of a blind man from birth. Jesus tells the man to go wash in the pool of Siloam and after he does, he receives sight for the first
Easter is upon us. Does your family have any Easter traditions? Perhaps you make sure you get the perfect hot cross bun, toasted with the precise amount of butter paired with a flat white or cuppa of tea. Maybe around your house, you hide easter eggs on the lawn or dye easter eggs in the
It feels like only yesterday that I started working in the role of College Pastor here. They say time flies when you’re having fun and boy, have the past seven years been fun. Next term I am taking some time off to go on long service leave. Taking time out to rest is an example
At nine years old, me and my friends from church were invited to the Searson property for a day unlike any other. We were being treated to our own private theme park! The small acreage was transformed by merry-go-rounds, jumping castles, food stalls, mini golf, and pony rides. They even had those giant teacups where
This week, our Primary, Middle and Senior faith captains attended the Sunshine Coast Christian School’s Ecumenical service, where schools from all denominations unite as one community under Christ, acknowledging and celebrating His ongoing work within their midst. This gathering also serves as an opportunity for these young leaders to foster connections and encourage one another.
I have a vivid memory of my early childhood. Before the age of five, my memories include sliding down steps on a cardboard box, sneaking onto my Dad’s Macintosh computer to drag files to the trash for fun, waving at a hang glider flying over my backyard, getting stuck upside down in one of those
In the year 1519, Spanish explorer Hernán Cortés arrived on the coast of a mysterious new land in far-off America. Accompanied by eleven boats and some 600 Spaniards, Cortés was determined to succeed in this new frontier. Knowing all too well the realness of possible failure, Cortés’ next move became something of legendary proportions. He
The 2023 Senior Ministry Trip was an absolute success from start to finish. After the 2020 Ministry Trip was cancelled, last year we went to Agnes Waters, because of the need to stay within the state. This year, it felt like a return to business as usual. We crossed financial, cultural, spiritual, and geographical barriers
The last few years we have made a big deal about our Year 12s’ last chapel. It’s always a great time to celebrate all that God has done through this year’s group. They wanted to celebrate with three things that are core to our school culture in 2023. Basketball, the song “My Lighthouse” and Charlie
Next Wednesday, Pastor Syd and I will be heading to Darwin with a group of our senior students for this year’s mission trip. While we are there students will have opportunities to share God’s love in the local community as they both teach and serve. Each year we tailor our program around a theme, story,
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This week, I’m on year five camp. One of our main teaching points for the students centres around developing leadership skills. The focus of my graduate studies has been on spiritual leadership, so I’ve spent considerable time thinking about what makes a great leader. One of the lesser-mentioned leadership skills in my experience is adaptability.
Being a College Pastor means that I am often required to stand in front of people and speak, sing, dance, act…, you get the idea. And whilst I’ve done this more times than I can count, without fail, every single time, a flood of irrational worries and nerves come upon my body. All of a
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Who’s excited about the FIFA Women’s World Cup? If you’re any bit like me you are watching every bit of footage that you can. It is just permanently on in my house. I’m a dual citizen of Australia and the United States so I have two squads to cheer for. However, with Australia and New
Last week I was sick. I’m still battling a killer cough and a bit of a stuffy nose which is annoying more than anything. Being sick is a universal human experience. How we react to it is very different depending on what kind of person you are. I found a funny video this week that
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Recently as I was doing some research for a chapel message on hope when I came across a story that was so powerful I just had to share it. It is the story of how God transformed Ashley Smith’s life from one of hopelessness into one of hope through the most unlikely of circumstances. Growing
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