Founder of Victoria - William Stawell

Listen again to the life story of William Stawell. He founded Victoria in Australia in the 1850s. He was a Christian who made a difference.

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Gregor Mendel: founded science of genetics

Listen again to the story of Gregor Mendel, the scientist and devout Christian who deduced the three laws of genetics and founded the science of genetics. Songs of Hope Sunday 2016 06 26. (2 mins)

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Australian Catherine Hamlin helps Ethiopians

Watch the video of the story of Catherine Hamlin, a Christian Australian doctor who went to Ethiopia and started mid-wifery schools and a hospital to help women before and after childbirth. Broadcast on 19Jun16 on Songs of Hope.

Tennis great - Margaret Court

Listen again to the story of Margaret Court, the greatest Australian womens tennis player of all time. Program "Songs of Hope" 2012 06 12 (5 mins).

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5Jun16 Queen vowed to uphold Gods laws

At her coronation in 1953 our Queen promised to uphold Gods laws to the best of her ability. Hear an explanation here in our podcast for 5Jun16. Talk time 3min.

Collected by the co-author of The Servant Queen and the King she serves, here are the top 10 things Queen Elizabeth II has said about her faith and how it affects the way she lives her life:

1. “For me, the life of Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace, whose birth we celebrate today, is an inspiration and an anchor in my life. A role-model of reconciliation and forgiveness, he stretched out his hands in love, acceptance and healing. Christ’s example has taught me to seek to respect and value all people of whatever faith or none.” (2014)
2. “I know just how much I rely on my faith to guide me through the good times and the bad. Each day is a new beginning. I know that the only way to live my life is to try to do what is right, to take the long view, to give of my best in all that the day brings, and to put my trust in God!” (2002)
3. “Although we are capable of great acts of kindness, history teaches us that we sometimes need saving from ourselves – from our recklessness or our 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.” (2011)
4. “To many of us our beliefs are of fundamental importance. For me the teachings of Christ and my own personal accountability before God provide a framework in which I try to lead my life. I, like so many of you, have drawn great comfort in difficult times from Christ’s words and example.” (2000)
5. “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.” (2011)
6. “The gift I would most value next year is that reconciliation should be found wherever it is needed. A reconciliation which would bring peace and security to families and neighbours at present suffering and torn apart. Remember that good spreads outwards and every little does help. Mighty things from small beginnings grow as indeed they grew from the small child of Bethlehem.” (1976)
7. “Christ not only revealed to us the truth in his teachings. He lived by what he believed and gave us the strength to try to do the same – and, finally, on the cross, he showed the supreme example of physical and moral courage.” (1981)
8. “This is the time of year when we remember that God sent his only son ‘to serve, not to be served’. He restored love and service to the centre of our lives in the person of Jesus Christ.” (2012)
9. “In difficult times we may be tempted to find excuses for self-indulgence and to wash our hands of responsibility. Christmas stands for the opposite… we need to go out and look for opportunities to help those less fortunate than ourselves, even if that service demands sacrifice.” (1980)
10. “For Christians, as for all people of faith, reflection, meditation and prayer help us to renew ourselves in God’s love, as we strive daily to become better people. The Christmas message shows us that this love is for everyone. There is no one beyond its reach.” (2013)

Charles Sturt a devout Christian

Listen again to the story of great Australian explorer Charles Sturt. He fought against Napoleon, and then came to Australia and solved the riddle of the rivers. His explorations opened the way for the settling of Adelaide. Broadcast on Southern FM 88.3 on 29 May 2016 on the program “Songs of Hope”, and segment “Christians who have made a difference”. 

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Caroline Chisholm - the emigrants friend

The Songs of Hope Christian who made a difference for 22May16 was Caroline Chisholm. She was a devout Christian who helped immigrants and Australian immigration in the 19th century. She was honored by appearing on the Australian $5 note for some years. Listen again to her story in 7 minutes by pressing play

Eric Liddell - Olympian with principles

Hear the story of Eric Liddell, the olympian who would not race on the Christian sabbath – a Sunday. Broadcast on Southern FM 88.3 on the Songs of Hope program. Talk time is 5 minutes.

Ida Scudder - medicine for Indian women

For Mothers Day listen to the story of Christian Ida Scudder. Ida Scudder founded a hospital for expectant mothers in India early in the 1900s. Broadcast on Songs of Hope on 12 May at 8:45am.

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Founder of Sidchrome–Royston Siddons

The “Christians who made a difference” segment on 1 May 2016 high-lighted the story of Royston Siddons, the founder of the Sidchrome brand in Australia.

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Initiator of Geneva conventions for war-Henry Dunant

Listen again to the story of the founder of the Red Cross and the man who initiated the Geneva conventions for waring nations. His name was Henry Dunant. Broadcast on Southern FM 88.3 on Songs of Hope on 24 April 2016 at 8:45am. Story duration 5 minutes. Narrated by Rod Carr.

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Mary Reibey–entrepeneur and Christian

On 10April2016 our “Christian who made a difference” was Mary Reibey. Her image is printed on the Australian $20 note. She started as a convict and became a hero. Click the play button for the video. Play time is 7 minutes.

Father Chris Riley helps thousands of youth

Listen again to the story of catholic priest Chris Riley. He started the organisation "Youth Off the Streets" and has helped thousands of young people. First broadcast on Songs of Hope, 2 Junes 2013


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Hudson Taylor - took Christianity to China

Hudson Taylor took Christianity to China in the 19th century. 70 million Christian Chinese today thank Hudson Taylor. Hear his story again by podcast. Broadcast on 88.3 on 13 March 2013 on “Songs of Hope”. Press play button to hear his story. (5 mins). The story teller is Hugh Elphinstone. 

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Giuseppe Moscati - combined science and prayer

Giuseppe Moscati was an Italian medical doctor and researcher. He combined science with prayer and achieved amazing results. Hear his story again by podcast. Broadcast on 88.3 on 6 March 2013 on “Songs of Hope”. Press play button to hear his story. (5 mins) Right click download to download the audio version






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Indonesia's Mother Teresa - Hana Ananda

Indonesia has its own Mother Theresa. Her name is Hana Ananda. Hear her story again by podcast. Broadcast on 88.3 on 3rd Feb 2013 on “Songs of Hope”. Press play button to hear her story. (5 mins)

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Scientist who became a priest - John Polkinghorne

Listen again to the story of Sir John Polkinghorne. He was an eminent physicist who helped discover the quark particle. Later in life he had a career change and became a priest. Broadcast on Songs of Hope on 21/2/2016

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School chaplain takes out award

In Queenslands Sunshine Coast, a school chaplain in a state school has taken out the award "Cititzen of the year for 2016". Listen to Songs of Hope "Christians who made a difference" podcast for Sunday 7 Feb 2016

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William Arnott and Arnotts biscuits

Listen again to the story of William Arnott, the founder of Arnotts biscuits. He was our "Christian who made a difference" on Songs of Hope on Sunday 31/1/2016

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Richard Johnson and the first fleet

Listen again to the story of Australia's first fleet and its journey and Richard Johnson, the fleet chaplain. This is to celebrate Australia Day, which is Tuesday 26 Jan. Broadcast on Songs of Hope on Sunday 24/1/2015 on Southern FM 88.3

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