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First talk in a series of 4 on the ideas of marriage and family life. Reid explores other family structures, especially the importance of grandparents. He also explores the importance of singleness and singles within the church. Reid explores the covenants in the Bible, and that God is always the one who takes the initative. He explores the responsibilities of those within a family who are believers, and of children to accept the faith for themselves., Cassette label reads : "Master talk 1 The Christian Family tape 1"

Young speaks on marriage and singleness, stressing that marriage is not a part of eternity. He explores what the Bible says about singleness from 1 Corinthians 7: 1. Singleness and eternity 2. Singleness and self-control 3. Implications, Cassette label reads : "St Thomas' Anglican Church Tmatters of the Heart 'On being single' Steve Young"

Tooher speaks on the topic of singleness. She talks about why it is good for both her and the gospel that she is single, and that contentment didn't come from reading books. Tooher explains that our status is defined by either in Christ or not in Christ, not by our marital status. Tooher highlights some of the unhelpful and helpful things people have said. She addresses some of the myths around singleness.

Vaughan speaks on the benefits and challenges of the single life, particularly single life in ministry. He highlights the benefits of having single women on the team, that women engage emotionally and for longer. Vaughan shows that single women operate like glue within the congregation, and can pull people from across the congregation together.

This edition explores broad church issues such as caring for the needy around Christmas time, gospel opportunities presented by Sydney hosting the 2000 Olympics, and euthenasia. Then there are local articles reporting on new appointments, including the appointment of Trevor Edwards as Archdeacon. Articles of particular note include: the estabishment of Macarthur Anglican School, the need for workers to reach and support Indigenous Australians with the gospel, Baptism from Glenn Davies,, Staying strong in your faith from Claire Smith, Standing Alone Together by Michelle Haines - this article looks at singleness within the church, Places for God's People by Paul Campbell-Allen - this article explores what our church buildings say about us., Volume 01 number 10, 1995-12-01/1995-12-31

Stott speaks on Genesis 2:18-25. He explores what this passage says about the creation of woman, and the institution of marriage. He compares it to other passages about marriage and singleness. Stott explores what marriage is., Box label reads : "Genesis tape 3", All Souls Church, London

Stott speaks on Genesis 2:18-25. He explores what this passage says about marriage, and compares it to other passages about marriage and singleness. Stott explores what marriage is., Reel label reads : "Side 2 Genesis 2:16-21" Box label reads : "Genesis 4", All Souls Church, London

Knight speaks on relationships. He explores the Christian principles of marriage, and that marriage gives some hint of the relationship between Christ and the church. Knight explains that for a few, being unmarried may be a divine calling, and is a gift of God. He stresses that for Christians, marriage is only between two Christians. Knight explains the process of dating, engagement and marriage., Reel label reads : "Loane Ephesians 3"

McDonald examines the implications of Jesus death on marriage and relationships. He examines the pattern of marriage in Genesis 2, and how it is damaged by sin. 1. Disobedience 2. Distortion 3. Death McDonald explores the passages that use marriage as an illustration for God's relationship with his people. He stresses that being focused on Christ is important for Paul because he wants God's people to be ready for the ultimate wedding day. McDonald shows that we will be married to Christ for eternity, and thus must be the thing that shapes everything else, including human relationships. He explores submission and singleness, including the value of singleness. McDonald speaks on cross-centred sexual morality., Cassette label reads : "David McDonald 'Understanding marriage' Focal point 17th July 97" Box label reads : "Focus tapes The Cross David McDonald The Focal Point July 1997"

Birchley speaks on singleness from 1 Corinthians 7. He shows that we do not increase in God's sight based on our maritial status. Birchley explores the advantages of being single, and the history of how the church came to look down on singleness., Sermons on 1 Corinthians