BUV Together – Our Stories
Together highlights some of the Stories from within the BUV. God is doing some amazing things in Victoria and we think these stories should be celebrated!
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The Archivists of BUV
We celebrate John Sampson and the BUV archivist team for the tremendous and valuable work that they’ve done and are continually doing as they assemble, catalogue, preserve and manage valuable records and collections of historical information within the greater Baptist community. Read on for more about the great work that they do!
One coffee at a time
Lee and Norm Palumbo from Aintree Garden and Café make the world a better place, both locally and globally, one coffee at a time.
Every Step of the Way: Strengthened and led by God’s mighty hand
Rev Lindsay Smith’s life and ministry is a testament of a life well lived under the guidance and strength of God. Read on to be encouraged by how God has used Rev Lindsay in his missional ministry both abroad in Papua New Guinea and within churches here in Victoria.
Baptist churches open their doors to homeless people this winter
NewHope Baptist Church, Crossway Baptist Church and Croydon Hills Baptist Church have opened up their doors for the Winter Shelter program to rovide a warm, safe and supportive space for people seeking shelter during winter.
Baptist in Mission Conference 2021!
The Baptist in Mission Conference 2021 was held last month in July in hubs and online all across Australia. The successful conference, which was about the mission of God, brought about a fresh awareness of where one is located in the story of God’s mission and a learning opportunity to grow in mission, evangelism and community transformation.
God in the Midst
Phil from Global Interaction in South Asia shares the joy of increased enthusiasm and participation by all for the weekly Bible Studies in the midst of the challenges brought on by the pandemic.
Abi’s Burnside Camp Mural Project
During lockdown, Abi Simcoe from Burnside Camp embarked on a giant mural project to brighten up the onsite hall space. Hear Abi share her ideas behind the work.
Baptcare’s little Sam wins art prize!
One of Baptcare’s lovely Victorian foster children Sam (name changed) won first prize in the 2020 Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency Art Competition for her amazing painting. Check out her amazing work!
Sowing the seeds of success in Cambodia
Through Baptist World Aid’s Model Family program, Jras Thean from Cambodia has now led to his inspiring transformation that sees leadership, knowledge, a desire for community and a vision that includes caring for God’s children