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Jesus, Strong and Kind
Building The Body of Christ Spring blooming at Jess’ favourite spot for solitude Stories. Solitude. Service. School. Four very different ways we are building up the body of Christ in our current season. Intrigued? You’ll have to read on. But we first want to say thank you. Each of you have…
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Jesus, Strong and Kind
Jesus Strong and Kind For a video of us sharing with one of our partnering churches, visit here! Do you ever hear a song so many times that you start to dread it? It’s one of the more unexpected joys of parenting, especially in our house, where Aloysius listens to…
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Goodbye Perth, Hello Melbourne!
Goodbye Perth, Hello Melbourne! We have arrived! Thanks for your prayers for the journey and the transition – it has been chaotic at times, but God has answered your prayers and showed his kindness in many ways, big and small. After a busy final few weeks in Perth, with lots…
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A Whole New World
A Whole New World When was the last time you saw the world before you with fresh eyes? There’s nothing quite like a new baby to make everything feel new, whether it’s your first or fifth! We welcomed our daughter, Lilah Grace Hortin, at 8 am on Boxing Day, weighing…
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On The Move
On The Move Have you experienced the delight of receiving something long-awaited? Aloysius has been working hard on standing and stepping, and we have waited a number of months for a specialised walker to arrive to help him get on the move. This week, the wait was over! What a…
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The Wood & The Trees
The Wood & The Trees What do you think of when you hear the word rest? Most people would say it’s a good thing we long for and need, but can often feel elusive. Particularly for young families! Life can be so busy and full, that you can’t see the…
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Making Connections
Making Connections When did you last bump into someone you hadn’t seen in ages? There is something unique about bumping into people who have been part of your life that creates the opportunity to reflect and rejoice at all God has done. In this last month, we have had the…
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From Little Things, Big Things Grow
From Little Things, Big Things Grow Have you ever had something small, feel like the most monumental part of your life? We are excited to announce that Aloysius is levelling up to big brother later this year! Jess is 18 weeks pregnant with our second little love, due on 31st…
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Hey Hortins – June
Do we have to go home? In early May, we had the opportunity to travel to Melbourne for a week. We were able to visit the church we are planning to join. We are sad to be leaving Perth, partly because we will be leaving a great church, but it…
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A Reason to Rejoice!
Do you ever appreciate those weeks where nothing significant happens? It feels like these days, they are few and far between. Although there have been times in the last month when we have craved the mundane, it has been filled with joy on many levels. After 4.5 years in the…
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