Rise and Shine Past Episodes
November 2008
2nd November 2008
This week Keith Garner speaks with Robyn Hipkiss, the author of ‘Australian Women of Grace’. Robyn has been through many trials in her life but has continued to hold onto God and found her strength in Him.
Robyn Hipkiss speaks with Rev |
Robyn Hipkiss on the set of Rise and Shine |
We welcome Lara Goudie 
back to sing a song she has written titled ‘Out of the Depths’.
Lara Goudie performs ‘Out of |
Lara Goudie |
Door of Hope is an inspirational program for women, which aids women in their recovery from the devastation of sexual abuse. Watch how this program can help women become empowered to live the life they deserve.
Door of Hope group session |
Empowered women express themselves through art |
Keith continues with his ‘Finding Joy’ series as we listen to a bible reading by Nick McKay from Romans 8:28-39 and a sermon titled ‘Joy flows from an awareness of being loved’.
 Keith delivers his sermon |
9th November 2008
On the program this week Keith Garner is joined by Jo Hilder , a singer and cancer survivor. Jo will also be performing her song ‘Best Day’ for us during the show.
Jo Hilder speaks with Rev |
Jo Hilder on the set of Rise and Shine |
Jo Hilder and Ian Sell perform ‘Best Day’.
Jo Hilder performs ‘Best Day’ |
Jo Hilder |
Wesley Mission seeks to improve the lives of our clients, and our employees. Through our work at David Morgan Enterprises, people living with a disability find personal value and self esteem through full time commercial employment.
Jo Green, Operations and |
The factory floor at David Morgan Enterprises |
This week Keith speaks on ‘Joy Flows From Accepting That Your Situation Is Good’, the third in his ‘Finding Joy’ series.
Keith delivers his sermon |
October 2008
5th October 2008
This week Keith Garner is joined by Sue-Anne Webster, an entertainer of international renown with an inspiring story about her search for God and the journey she has taken to find Him.
Sue Ann Webster speaks with |
Sue Ann Webster |
to the stage singing ‘Jesus Reigns’.
Lara Goudie performing on Rise |
Lara Goudie |
Wesley Institute Easter performance |
Wesley Institute students in the classroom |
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Keith delivers his sermon |
12th October 2008
Speaking with Keith Garner this week is Richard MaeGraith , an accomplished Jazz musician who has been appointed the ‘Jazz Catechist’ at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music.
Richard MaeGraith speaks with |
Richard MaeGraith on the set of Rise and Shine |
It’s great to have Dee Uluirewa and Barry Southgate back with us to perform ‘You are not forgotten’.
Dee Uluirewa and Barry |
Dee Uluirewa performing on Rise and Shine |
Wesley Mission’s mantle of care extends far beyond the four corners of the church. Our Pastoral department work tirelessly with many areas of society, seeking to improve the lives of the people we meet while spreading the good news of Christ.
Andrew Chin, Youth Pastor, |
Andrew Chin at work with youth |
Keith speaks on ‘Sharing your Faith’ this week with a scripture reading by Nick McKay from Acts 10:23-48 .
Keith delivers his sermon |
19th October 2008
This week Keith Garner speaks with Roma Price, the Program Manager for Wesley Mission’s Aged Care Housing Assistance . Roma provides insight into the lives of the people in her service and the work being done to help them in their day to day lives.
Roma Price speaks with Rev |
Roma Price on the set of Rise and Shine |
You might remember Rob Smith singing on our programme with John Dickson in February. It’s a pleasure to have him back to perform one of his own songs, ‘This is the Victory’.
Rob Smith performing on Rise |
Rob Smith |
As we get older Wesley Mission understands that we're not always able to complete everyday tasks, such as cleaning, cooking and heavy shopping. Wesley Home Care provides a service to assist those needing home assistance with perhaps a cuppa and chat.
The team at Wesley Home Care |
A Wesley Home Care client |
This week Keith speaks about ‘Reflecting on Faith’ and we hear a bible reading by Nick McKay from 1 Peter 1:3-12 .
Keith delivers his sermon |
26th October 2008
Keith Garner is joined this week by Gary and Linda Pesavento to speak about Linda’s book ‘Keep Walking’ and their journey of faith as their family went through the trauma of childhood cancer.
Gary and Linda Pesavento speak |
Gary and Linda Pesavento on the set of Rise and Shine |
We welcome Rob Smith back once again to sing one of his songs ‘I will trust you in the Darkness’.
Rob Smith performs ‘I will trust you |
Rob Smith performing on Rise and Shine |
God values every person’s life. At Noreen Towers Community , Wesley Mission seeks to continue to place value on women and mothers who need a helping hand.
Noreen Towers Community |
A resident at Noreen Towers Community |
This week Keith begins a new series on Finding Joy with his sermon ‘Maintaining Joy while Suffering.’
Keith delivers his sermon |
September 2008
14th September 2008
This week Keith Garner speaks with Ivan Reichelt and Roy Leembruggen about their lives, families and God’s impact on being fathers and grandfathers.
Roy Leembruggen and Ivan Reichelt speak with Rev Keith Garner |
Roy Leembruggen and Ivan Reichelt |
Sancha Prowse performs ‘Footprints in the sand’.
Sancha Prowse performs ‘Footprints in the sand’. |
Sanch Prowse |
Riverstone Families Connect has started a mentoring program for boys where experienced wood workers show them how to build things with their hands. This program provides the needed male mentor that some boys may lack in their lives at times.
Fun with Timber sign |
Keith speaks about ‘Fathers Reflecting on Life’s Journey’ and we hear Nick McKay reading from Ecclesiastes 12:1-8 .
Keith delivers his sermon |
21st September 2008
This week Keith Garner speaks with Michael Earl about becoming a new father and the challenges he faces in bringing up his boys. They also speak about the lessons he learned from his father on being a father.
Michael Earl speaks with Keith |
Michael Earl |
One day we will all get older. It’s a fact. Unfortunately, elderly people don’t always have someone who cares about them. But fortunately for Robert at Wesley Mission’s RJ Williams Lodge , Hagar leads a team of people who genuinely care for their residents.
One of our residents at RJ Williams Lodge taking a walk. |
One of our residents at RJ Williams Lodge in their quarters. |
Keith speaks on ‘The Perfect Model of a Dad’ and we hear Nick McKay reading from Luke 15:11-33 (The Prodigal Son).
Keith delivers his sermon |
28th September 2008
Joining Keith Garner on Rise & Shine this week is Emmanuel Machler. Emmanuel has experienced homelessness, drug and alcohol addiction and abuse as a child, but though it all he found God and has begun building his life again.
Emmanuel Machler speaks with |
Emmanuel Machler |
It’s a pleasure to have Sancha Prowse return to sing for us again as she performs ‘Testify to Love’.
Sancha Prowse performing on |
Sancha Prowse |
In the western suburbs of Sydney, Wesley Mission is working to improve the lives of young people from various cultural backgrounds.
 Many youth benefit from our work |
Young person playing table tennis |
Keith speaks on ‘Coming to Terms With Faith’ and we hear Nick McKay reading from Luke 5:1-11 .
Keith delivers his sermon |
August 2008
3rd August 2008
On this episode, Keith speaks with Rev Dr Stephen Robinson the author of 'Ministry in Crisis'
Stephen Robinson speaking with Keith |
Stephen on the set of Rise and Shine |
Steve McPherson performs ‘Shout to the Lord’.
Steve McPherson performing on Rise and Shine |
Steve McPherson |
In 2007, our very own Wesley Institute Choir won the prestigious International Summa Cum Laude Youth Choral Competition in Vienna. Click here to purchase the CD for only $25.
Wesley Institute Principal, Dr David Johnston, rehearses with his students in Vienna |
Dr David Johnston recounts his experience in Vienna |
Rev. Keith V. Garner speaks about ‘Caring for Ourselves’.
Keith delivers his sermon. |
10th August 2008
On this episode, Keith speaks with missionary and author, Naomi Reed.
Naomi Reed speaking with Keith. |
Naomi Reed on the set of Rise and Shine. |
Wesley Institute graduate, Lara Plain , performs ‘God of Justice’.
Lara Plain performing on the set of Rise and Shine |
Lara Plain |
Lifeline is a wonderful work started by Rev Alan Walker. Since it began, Lifeline has helped millions of people around the world providing a telephone counselling services at a point of need … 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Rev Alan Walker on the Lifeline video |
Founding Lifeline counsellor, Ivan Reichelt, recounts his experience with Lifeline |
Rev. Keith V. Garner speaks about 'Reaching out to care for others'.
Keith delivers his sermon |
17th August 2008
On this episode, Keith speaks with Rev Rodney Moore – Chaplain, Corrective Services NSW.
Rev Rodney Moore speaking with Keith |
Rev Rodney Moore on the set of Rise and Shine |
In this episode, Deborah Ezzy performs ‘Beautiful Lord’.
Deborah Ezzy performing on the Rise and Shine |
Deborah Ezzy |
Wesley Mission seeks to improve the lives of our clients, and our employees. Through our work at David Morgan Enterprises, people living with a disability find personal value and self esteem through full time commercial employment.
The factory floor at David Morgan Enterprises |
Our employees share their experiences working at David Morgan Enterprises |
Rev. Keith V. Garner speaks about ‘Creating a Christian Community’.
Keith delivers his sermon |
24th August 2008
This week Keith Garner speaks with Bishop Al Steward about his book Men: Firing Through All of Life and issues affecting men.
Bishop Al Steward speaking |
Dee Uluirewa performs In Return for us with Barry Southgate and Deborah Ezzy.
Dee Uluirewa performing on Rise and Shine |
Dee Uluirewa |
At Wesley Mission, we are committed to creating places of support for those who need it. Let’s take a look at our Dalmar Foster Care program and how this program is supporting children who need someone to turn to.
Judith Roberts - Caseworker |
Wesley Dalmar Foster Care |
Keith speaks about ‘A Man’s Search for Meaning and Purpose’ and we hear Nick McKay reading from Ecclesiastes 1:1-11 .
Keith delivers his sermon |
31st August 2008
This week Keith Garner speaks to Roland Foster about his life experiences as a father who has coped through divorce and how God has helped him find strength and purpose.
Roland Foster speaks with Rev Keith Garner |
Roland Foster |
Our house band leader, Craig Gower performs ‘River of Love’.
Craig Gower performing ‘River of Love’. |
Deborah Ezzy |
Wesley Mission is involved in creating opportunities for people who have found the current housing situation forcing them into outlying communities connect with each other and form new support networks. Take a look at what’s happening in Rouse Hill.
Rouse Hill Family Connect |
Renee Acker-Sessions, Team Leader, Rouse Hill Family Connect |
Keith speaks about ‘Learning to Let Go and Trust God’ and we hear Nick McKay reading from Ecclesiastes 3:1-11 .
Keith delivers his sermon |
July 2008
6th July 2008
On this episode, Keith speaks with Rev Craig Roberts – minister of ‘Pub Church' in Sydney.
Craig Roberts speaking with Keith. |
Craig Roberts on the set of Rise and Shine. |
South Australian singer, Leigh Cunningham , performs one of his original songs ‘Who Do You Say That I Am?’.
Leigh Cunningham performing on Rise and Shine. |
Leigh Cunningham. |
Every year Wesley Mission partners with many organisations to help raise awareness and support for our work in the Community. One of those organisations which have partnered with us is Bunnings Warehouse to help our work through Wesley Lifeforce .
A ‘LifeForce’ sausage sizzle at Bunnings. |
A volunteer talks about helping with the sausage sizzle to raise awareness about LifeForce. |
Rev. Keith V. Garner speaks about ‘Spreading the Flame’.
Keith delivers his sermon. |
13th July 2008
On this episode, Keith speaks with Bernadette Black – speaker and author of ‘Brave Little Bear'
Bernadette Black speaking with Keith. |
Bernadette on the set of Rise and Shine. |
Wesley Institute graduate, Lara Plain , performs one of her original songs ‘In Christ Alone’.
Lara Plain performing on the set of Rise and Shine. |
Lara Plain. |
God values every person’s life. At Noreen Towers Community, Wesley Mission seeks to continue to place value on women and mothers who need a helping hand.
Our staff working with residents at Noreen Towers Community. |
A mother and her newborn at Noreen Towers Community. |
Rev. Keith V. Garner speaks about ‘The Power of Change’.
Keith delivers his sermon. |
20th July 2008
On this episode, Keith speaks with Ruth Powell – Director, National Church Life Survey .
Ruth Powell speaking with Keith. |
Ruth Powell on the set of Rise and Shine. |
One of our regulars, Deborah Ezzy, performs ‘Come Unto Me’.
Deborah Ezzy performing on Rise |
Deborah Ezzy. |
When a person is all alone in this world, they so quickly become a statistic. Through our work at RJ Williams Lodge , we seek to give people who are all alone in this world a family and a community where they are loved and valued.
Our staff and residents at RJ Williams Lodge. |
One of our residents at RJ Williams Lodge in their quarters. |
Rev. Keith V. Garner speaks about ‘The Nature of God’s Pastoral Care'.
Keith delivers his sermon. |
27th July 2008
On this episode, Keith speaks with Brett Murray – Author and Youth Worker
Brett Murray speaking with Keith |
Brett on the set of Rise and Shine |
Leigh Cunningham performs one of his original songs ‘Only You’.
Leigh Cunningham performing on Rise and Shine |
Leigh Cunningham |
In the western suburbs of Sydney, Wesley Mission is working to improve the lives of young people from cultural backgrounds.
Our staff work with youth on a level that is relevant to them |
Many youth benefit from our work in Quakers Hill |
Rev. Keith V. Garner speaks about ‘Knowing Ourselves’.
Keith delivers his sermon |
June 2008
Alison shares her testimony |
Keith speaks with Alison |
Shauntaii Batzke comes back to Rise & Shine to perform ‘My First Love’.
Shauntaii on Rise & Shine |
Shauntaii enjoyed performing on Rise and Shine |
Door of Hope is an inspirational program for women, which aids women in their recovery from the devastation of sexual abuse. Watch how this program can help women become empowered to live the life they deserve.
Empowered women express themselves through art |
Wesley Mission staff working with clients |
Rev. Keith V. Garner speaks about ‘Climbing Up From Depression’.
Keith speaking delivers |
8th June 2008
On this episode, Keith speaks with Martin Levine, the Manager of the Kentigern Bookshop in Wesley Mission.
Martin Levine speaking with Keith Garner. |
Keith on the set of Rise and Shine. |
Mechelle Tully performs ‘My Brother Charlie’.
Mechelle performing her song on Rise and Shine. |
Mechelle on Rise and Shine. |
Wesley LifeForce is a suicide prevention program aiming to educate, empower and resource Australian communities to be aware of the issues of suicide. They run training programs to help the every day person become aware and minimise the dangers of suicide with the people around them. Watch and see how the training program has equipped Fran's life.
Members of our Lifeforce team talking about our work. |
Lifeforce helping prevent suicide in our community. |
Rev. Keith V. Garner speaks about ‘Climbing Up From Depression’.
Keith delivers his sermon. |
15th June 2008
On this episode, Keith speaks with Rosalinde Pethybridge, a woman who has overcome years of adversity in her life.
Rosalinde Pethybridge on the set of Rise and Shine. |
Rosalinde Pethybridge speaking with Keith Garner. |
Jud Field performs ‘God Speaking’
Jud Field performing on Rise and Shine. |
Jud Field on Rise and Shine. |
Wesley Mission’s mantle of care extends far beyond the four corners of the church. Our Pastoral department work tirelessly with many areas of society, seeking to improve the lives of the people we meet while spreading the good news of Christ.
Andrew Chin, Youth Pastor, speaking about our Pastoral Work. |
Our Pastoral care extends beyond the walls of the Church. |
Rev. Keith V. Garner speaks about ‘God’s Waiting Room’.
Keith delivers his sermon. |
22nd June 2008
On this episode, Keith speaks with Dr Jim Harrison, Head of Theology at Wesley Institute and internationally recognised biblical scholar.
Jim Harrison on the set of Rise and Shine. |
Keith speaking with Jim. |
Steve McPherson performs ‘Word of God’.
Steve McPherson performing on Rise and Shine. |
Steve McPherson. |
Grace is one of the central underlying themes in the Christian message, and one area of Wesley Mission that puts grace into action and improves the lives of young people, is Wesley Dalmar Out of Home Care.
Wesley Mission helps hundreds of Foster Children every year. |
A painting from our children in Foster Care. |
Rev. Keith V. Garner speaks about ‘God’s Power for Life’.
Keith delivers his sermon. |
29th June 2008
On this episode, Keith speaks with Cameron Watt, Corporate Criminal turned prison evangelist.
Cameron Watt speaking with Keith. |
Cameron Watt on the set of Rise and Shine. |
Jud Field performs ‘I Could Only Imagine’.
Jud Field performing on Rise and Shine. |
Jud Field. |
Wesley Mission helps teenagers to express themselves in a number of ways. Through our work with you in western Sydney, ‘Bank’ has expressed himself through art.
‘Bank’s’ work on display at David Jones in Sydney. |
‘Bank’ speaks in front of one of his paintings. |
Rev. Keith V. Garner speaks about ‘The Power to Witness'.
Keith delivers his sermon. |
May 2008
4th May 2008
Joining Keith Garner on Rise & Shine this week is Martin Johnson, the Director of a national evangelical work entitled ‘Jesus: All About Life ’.
Martin Johnson, the National Director of Jesus: All About Life |
Keith chatting with Martin about his national evangelical work |
Shauntaii Batzke gives a stunning performance of the beautiful song, ‘God of Miracles’.
Shauntaii sings in front of the Rise and Shine Band |
Sharunaii on stage |
Riverstone Families Connect has started a mentoring program for boys where experienced wood workers show them how to build thing with their hands. This program provides the needed male mentor that some boys may lack in their lives a times.
Wesley Mission helps to |
A volunteer shows a young boy how to make a wooden box |
in this sermon, ‘When You Feel Angry.’
Keith speaks about |
11th May 2008
Mother and author of ‘Love Ella ’ talks about her experiences raising her daughter with ‘cornellia de lange syndrome’, and shares how her faith helped her through tough times.
Madeleine Witham speaks with Keith Garner |
Madeleine’s two daughters |
as she performs ‘Dreaming’ with the Rise and Shine band.
Kate Wray sings ‘Dreaming’ in front of the Rise and Shine band |
Kate Wray singing on set |
Sometimes it's hard moving to a new community with a young family. Rouse Hill Families Connect provides activities to allow children to form playmates and parents to have some time out connecting with other parents in the community.
Children enjoying the social activities at Rouse Hill |
One-on-one learning as part of the Connect program |
Rev. Keith V Garner considers what Christians can do to manage stress in our modern day lives in his sermon ‘When Stress has taken over Your Life' - 1 Peter 5:6-11
Keith considers how |
18th May 2008
On this episode, Rev. Keith V. Garner speaks with the survivor of a horrific mountain bike accident, Chris Barlow and his mother Annette. As Chris was on life support in hospital, prayer warriors saw him through the low times when his heart stopped beating. Don’t miss this inspirational story of faith.
Chris and Annette Barlow |
Keith speaking with Chris and Annette |
Levi McGrath, an amazing Australian talent with a real commitment to God, joins Rise & Shine to sing ‘Letting It Go’.
Levi McGrath on Rise & Shine |
Levi sings ‘Letting It Go’ |
Wesley Rehabilitation Services works to restore the lives of Sydney’s homeless. Trenton was homeless in Sydney when he was introduced to Wesley Mission, and over the past few years has graduated from Wesley Mission’s Rehabilitation course, is employed and now serves as a mentor with Wesley Mission.
Trenton walking along Manly beach |
Trenton sitting where he used to sleep on the rocks and Manly beach |
Rev. Keith V. Garner looks at ‘How to Overcome the Crisis of Tragedy’
Keith speaking on |
25th May 2008
On this episode, Rev. Keith V. Garner speaks with ‘Freddy’, one of Wesley Mission’s loved clients. Freddy came to Wesley Mission homeless and addicted to alcohol. 12 months ago, Keith made a deal with ‘Freddy’ ... ‘stay sober and you can be a guest on Rise and Shine.’ Today is the fulfilment of Freddy’s deal.
Keith also speaks with Tim Roberts, an eye surgeon who travels to Burma every year giving locals the miracle of sight.
‘Freddy’ fulfils his end of a deal with Keith |
Tim Roberts speaking with Keith |
Canberra based Christian band, The Tullys, perform one of their original songs, ‘Fall Too Hard'.
The Tullys on Rise & Shine |
Mechelle sings with the band supporting |
As we get older Wesley Mission understands that we're not always able to complete everyday tasks, such as cleaning, cooking and heavy shopping. Wesley Home Care provides a service to assist those needing home assistance with perhaps a cuppa and chat.
The team at Wesley Home Care with Clients |
The team at Wesley Home Care with Clients |
Rev. Keith V. Garner speaks about ‘When You Face The Challenge of Getting Older’.
Keith speaking delivers |
April 2008
6th April 2008
Join Rev. Keith V Garner as he talks with Mat Whipp about his struggle with an addiction to pain medication and incredible journey to freedom.
Keith and Mat in discussion |
Mat Whipp shares his journey |
Sydney band Playjerise join Rise & Shine to sing ‘Believe It or Not’, one of the songs off their current album ‘Cross the Line’.
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Playjerise performing |
Playjerise album – ‘Cross the Line’ |
For many in our society, having a job in open employment is not readily available. Wesley Gardening Services is providing opportunities for people who face this challenge.
Wesley Gardening staff at work |
Wesley Gardening staff packing up |
Rev Keith V Garner continues his series of sermons on the Sermon on the Mount as he considers a ‘New Way for the Christian’ - Matthew 5:17-48
Keith speaks about the |
13th April 2008
On this episode, Rev. Keith V. Garner speaks with Robin Davies who is committed to growing the ‘Mustard Seed Uniting Church Faith Community' in Ultimo, an inner city suburb of Sydney.
Robin Davies on Rise & Shine |
Keith asks Robin about her church |
Matt Corby, an amazing Australian talent with a real commitment to God, joins Rise & Shine to sing ‘One Desire’.
Matt Corby on Rise & Shine |
Matt Corby sings ‘One Desire’ |
Core to the work that Wesley Mission does throughout the community is our belief in Jesus Christ. Staff in our Pastoral team are committed to sharing that belief with those who are seeking God in church communities as well as in the privacy of people’s homes.
Andrew Chin at work with youth |
Gail Kilby and Chaplaincy client Maureen |
Rev. Keith V. Garner explores ‘The Devotional Heart of the Christian’ drawing from Matthew 6:1-6
Keith considers the |
20th April 2008
John Kirkby joins Rev. Keith V. Garner on this episode to talk about why he gave up a successful career in the consumer finance industry to work against poverty and start his own organisation ‘Christians against