Moore College

Equipping men and women to love and serve the Lord Jesus Christ

What do you want to become? (Ephesians 5:5–7)

Loving Jesus exposes our hearts

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No matter how many times I read Luke’s Gospel, it always impacts me. This is because we meet Jesus as he meets with different people. Although it is a little hard to choose, I think my favourite encounter is Jesus’ interaction with the woman who was a sinner from Luke 7:36-50. There is so much to unpack in this story, but let me share with you just three things that struck me.
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From the vault: The Bible in the hands of the sovereign

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At the Coronation of the Boy-King, Edward VI, in 1547, three swords were placed in his hands, one each to represent his right to the realms of England, Ireland, and France. But to the great surprise of the prelates and statesmen in the Abbey, Edward declared that there was another sword which had been overlooked; and in answer to their astonished inquiries, he said that this was the Word of God. He then “commanded the Bible with the greatest reverence to be brought and carried before him”. And this impromptu incident at the Coronation of Edward VI in 1547 was to become enshrined as a permanent element in the Service for the crowning of an English Sovereign from the time when William and Mary of Orange came to the Throne after the Revolution of 1688.
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Moore College gives thanks for the Queen

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Moore College joins today with men and women around the world in thanking God for the life, service and Christian witness of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. We mourn the loss of our Queen but we rejoice in the home-call of our sister in Christ.

The broadcast of a speech made by Princess Elizabeth on her twenty-first birthday, dedicating her life — whether long or short — to the service of her people, is being replayed by news services all around the world. It has a special poignancy on this day. This is a promise she has kept fulsomely and joyfully. Australians of all political persuasions agree that she has been tireless in service, committed to the welfare of her people, and an example of dignity, strength and grace, both in moments of joy and triumph and in those more difficult and even tragic. Those who have had the privilege to meet her have invariably spoken of her personal warmth, her genuine interest in each person with whom she speaks, and her sense of humour. The most regal woman in the world never took herself too seriously.

But we have a special reason to give thanks for her as the news of her death spreads around the world. Queen Elizabeth trusted the Lord Jesus. Her Christmas speeches attest her confidence and hope, which rested in him alone. They just seemed to get clearer and bolder in the last few years while always remaining perfectly appropriate and never feeling “forced”. They were a natural expression of the core commitment of her life. Her 2011 speech was a wonderful example of that. She said,

Although we are capable of great acts of kindness, history teaches us that we sometimes need saving from ourselves — from our recklessness or greed. God sent into the world a unique person — neither a philosopher nor a general (important though they are) but a Saviour, with the power to forgive.

Forgiveness lies at the heart of the Christian faith. It can heal broken families, it can restore friendships and it can reconcile divided communities. It is in forgiveness that we feel the power of God’s love.

Queen Elizabeth sought to live out her life of service, despite the extraordinary circumstances of her position, as a humble disciple of Jesus. For that example and for her many encouragements to do the same, we can give great thanks to God.

At this time of mourning and thanksgiving, we commit ourselves to pray for the King and his family in their personal grief. As one former politician tweeted this morning, we are confident that God saved the Queen, we now pray God save the King.
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Elisabeth Arnett retires as Executive Assistant to the Principal

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Many people who have visited or contacted Moore College will know Mrs Elisabeth Arnett. Elisabeth has served the College for nineteen years as the Executive Assistant to the Principal. In all that time she has been an adornment to the College, a magnificent example of grace and service, warm friendliness and thoroughgoing professionalism.

Nothing has ever been too much trouble for Elisabeth. Her devotion to the Lord Jesus and so her genuine commitment to the mission of the College in making him known, has meant she has regularly done far more than could ever have been expected. Her friendly manner, has put people at ease. Her remarkable discretion has given people confidence to share with her the things that really matter to them. She is trusted and deeply appreciated. She always made people feel welcome at Moore College.

Elisabeth is retiring today after a remarkable period of faithful service to the College, to its last two principals, and to the cause of Christ and his gospel.

The College Governing Board recently passed this minute of appreciation:

The Governing Board of Moore Theological College gives thanks to God for the contribution of Mrs Elisabeth Arnett as Executive Assistant to the Principal over the past 19 years. We thank Elisabeth for her faithfulness, her invaluable assistance to the Principal and the Board, her generous and gracious manner, and her commitment to the mission of the College. We pray for God’s richest blessing upon Elisabeth and Trevor in her retirement and look forward to opportunities for more informal fellowship in the future.

Please join us in our thanksgiving to God for Elisabeth and her ministry.

The new EA to the Principal by Ms Paula Darwin. Please pray for her too as she takes on this significant role in the College.
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