Religious discrimination back on the agenda in 2024 Where have we been and what have we said so far?The debate about Australian religious discrimination legislation is expected to re-emerge again this year. As a tool for Uniting Church members who may be seeking to engage in this issue locally over the coming months, below we […]
Sign up to receive the message On 22 June this year, the Uniting Church in Australia will celebrate 47 years since Union (June 1977). A video message from President Rev Sharon Hollis will be available later in May for congregations and communities to mark the anniversary. The message was filmed at Christ […]
Humans of the Uniting Church Rev Dr Michelle CookThis year, we’re excited to be featuring some of the inspirational people who make up the Uniting Church. Check out the growing hub of stories here. If you know of someone with a great story to tell, contact us and nominate them to be featured. In this […]
Intergenerational Ministry – IntergenMAY/PENTECOST UPDATEThese resources are compiled by Chris Barnett, Executive General Manager of Intergen and originally published by Intergen.INTERGEN MAY/PENTECOST UPDATE A Messy Science Adventure: Faith, Science and the Environment in Conversation (Melbourne and Perth)Looking for ways to engage people right across the age spectrum in the BIG questions around faith, science and the […]
Assembly Standing Committee resolution on the Holy Land President Rev Sharon Hollis has written to the Australian government and representatives in the Holy Land to share the Uniting Church’s deep concerns about the Israel-Palestine war The Uniting Church in Australia Assembly has this week sought to highlight and communicate its deep concerns about the escalating […]
Marking ANZAC Day 2024Uniting Church Defence Force chaplains have shared a reflection and prayer for UCA members and communities to mark ANZAC Day either side of national commemorations next Thursday 25 April.The reflection has been offered by Chaplain (Wing Commander) Christine Senini with the Royal Australian Air Force and the prayer by Chaplain (Squadron Leader) […]
God with us in the darkest valley President Rev Sharon Hollis reflects on Psalm 23 in the wake of two violent attacks in Sydney this weekwritten by Rev Sharon Hollis, President of the Uniting Church in Australia This week, many of us will hear Psalm 23 read in our worship services. It is a psalm […]
In 2022, the 16th Assembly resolved “A call to action for climate justice: listening to First Peoples wisdom.” The resolution established a steering group that amongst other things, is tasked with sharing stories, expertise and learnings on effective strategies and resources to reduce emissions, prioritising the wisdom of First Peoples. Towards Net Zero: Good News […]
More than 100 religious leaders call for permanent ceasefire in Gaza Signatories include UCA President Rev Sharon Hollis, UCA Moderators and several other senior UCA leaders Uniting Church President Rev Sharon Hollis, three Uniting Church Moderators and several other senior Uniting Church leaders are among 106 signatories to an Open Letter calling for a permanent […]
Breaking bread, forging friendships Rebecca Beisler shares the experience of attending an Iftar meal at the home of a Muslim family on Easter SundayBy Rebecca Beisler On Easter Day I attended an Iftar meal at the home of a Muslim family, a significant gesture of hospitality and friendship which enriched my experience and understanding of […]