It was recently my honour to attend the induction of Reverend Adam Richards as the rector of the Liverpool South Anglican Church. The occasion of Adam's induction was a joyous and happy occasion for the church and its community, and the church has served in our local community for several decades. Also in attendance was Bishop Lin and the senior minister David Clarke. 

I'm proud to say I've had a long association with the church. All of my children were baptised there. Reverend Richards is no stranger to the south-west of Sydney and is wonderfully qualified for his new position. He served in ministries at Western Sydney University at Campbelltown, St Barnabas in Ingleburn and the Anglicare facility at Minto. Along with his wife, Trudy, and family, I'm confident that Adam will make a genuine and real difference in the lives of many. 

My community is one that is defined by faith. Sometimes the faith is expressed in a church, such as the one Reverend Richards is now serving, but it's also expressed in temples, mosques and community halls throughout Werriwa. I wish Reverend Richards every success in his ministry and look forward to working with him to build and strengthen our community. I'd like to also take the opportunity to thank the church wardens and the congregations for welcoming me to the ceremony. It was a wonderful night.

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