Announcing the 2023 ADM Fellows
ADM is delighted to introduce our 7th cohort of Fellows, with five women appointed to complete major projects that engage our sceptical and hurting world with the gospel.
Remembering Rev. Narelle Jarrett
On Friday 4 November, Rev. Narelle Jarrett went to be with Jesus. Narelle was the Principal of Mary Andrews College (Deaconess House as it used to be known) from 1985-2007 and Archdeacon for Women’s Ministry in the Sydney Anglican Diocese from 2002-2012.
Grief, loss and the love of Jesus
Aunty Sharon Minniecon is an Ugar (Stephen Island) woman. Sharon was born in Ayr in North Queensland as one of 13 children, and is a fifth-generation Christian. Now her three children are the sixth generation of Christians in her family.
Introducing Dr Katrina Clifford
ADM is delighted to announce that Dr Katrina Clifford has been appointed Program Manager of The Greenhouse.
Trusting God’s provision on an ‘unconventional’ ministry journey
Naomi de Vries is quick to acknowledge that her family doesn’t look like the ‘typical’ ministry family in Sydney Anglican circles. But funding from ADM has made it possible for her to pursue new ministry opportunities.
A new chapter
ADM is delighted to announce the next phase of the Aboriginal Evangelical Fellowship’s (AEF) grief, loss, and trauma care workshop program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women.
ADM farewells Rev. Jo Gibbs
Anglican Deaconess Ministries announces that Chief Executive Officer Rev. Jo Gibbs has resigned from her role at the organisation.
ADM’s Women in Ministry Support Scheme grantees announced
ADM is delighted to announce that twenty women serving Christ across Australia have received grants to support their ongoing ministries.
ADM is hiring! Are you the person we’re looking for?
In line with the release of our new Strategic Plan, ADM is hiring for two new roles and one existing role. Is one of these roles right for you? Or do you know someone who would be a great fit? Check out the full details:
‘It’s not just me’ – Five reasons why networks are significant for Christian women
We’ve heard time and time again from Christian women about the value of connections in helping them grow in Christ and becoming more effective in serving him.
Five reasons to listen to Christian women
Have you ever wondered what Christian women are thinking? What’s important to them? How they see the world? What challenges they are facing and what opportunities and solutions they see?
Announcing the 2022 ADM Fellows
ADM is pleased to announce that five women have been awarded a 2022 ADM Fellowship in our sixth annual Fellowships cohort.
Press On: Building resilience and mental wellbeing
Every person experiences challenges throughout their life that impact their mental health. A new online course, developed by Rev. Dr Keith and Sarah Condie, seeks to help Christians address these challenges and build resilience in order to “press on” and continue to serve Christ faithfully.
ADM’s 6th Annual Funding Event Major Grantees Announced
ADM has awarded grants to 18 Christian women who pitched for funding for their growing ministries and gospel-shaped initiatives at the 2021 Annual Funding Event.
Anglican Deaconess Ministries appoints Dr Louise Gosbell as Principal of Mary Andrews College.
Anglican Deaconess Ministries is pleased to announce that Dr Louise Gosbell, currently Acting Principal and Dean of Students at Mary Andrews College, has accepted the role of Principal of Mary Andrews College, effective 24th August 2021.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Women in Ministry Support Scheme Grantees Announced
ADM is delighted to announce that twenty-two women have received grants to support their ministries through the 2020 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Women in Ministry Support Scheme.
Mental Health and Wellbeing: Where do you find hope?
A conversation about mental health and wellbeing, how the gospel speaks into this space and provides hope, as we seek to care for each other well. With Rev. Jo Gibbs, CEO of ADM; Rev. Dr Keith Condie, Co-Director of the Mental Health and Pastoral Care Institute, at Mary Andrews College; and Rev. Lily Strachan, 2021 ADM Fellow.
In Our Churches
The release of the key results of the National Anglican Family Violence Research Report recently into Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) is a key moment for the Anglican church. It provides a snapshot of what is happening and what can be done to address this urgent and significant issue. ADM’s CEO, Rev. Jo Gibbs, reflects on the report’s findings.
People Worth Watching
– By Rev. Jo Gibbs
An important area in Christian ministry is growing and developing leaders. Following the example of Jesus, we want to be on the lookout for future leaders, investing time in them, teaching them, modelling a life of holiness and grace. As disciples of Jesus, we are to make disciples for Jesus – in our whole life, in every relationship in every moment.
The launch of the Graduate Certificate of Pastoral Care for Mental Health
Starting in Semester 2, 2021 Mary Andrews College is running a new course – the Graduate Certificate of Pastoral Care for Mental Health. The course offers specialised training in pastoral responses to mental health and wellbeing with a focus on preventative and reactive strategies. It is designed to be a professional development course for men and women who work in ministry, professional health care workers, and Christians working in schools.