Welcome support for most vulnerableFederal Budget Response 2023-24The Uniting Church in Australia welcomes the clear commitment in the Federal Budget to deliver support to those who are most vulnerable in our community, while noting some measures fall short of what is needed.“We are thankful for the priority given by the Albanese Government to address cost-of-living […]
A Fijian Bible Study A new book of weekly Bible Studies in Fijian based on the Revised Common Lectionary by Rev Dr Iliesa Jovili MeoA new publication containing detailed Bible Studies for the weekly Lectionary readings written in Fijian has been launched this week. The text is the work of respected Uniting Church Fijian minister […]
Rachel Turner Down UnderAugust 31 – Sep 14Rachel Turner is coming to Australia!Subscribe to our newsletterIf you want to get the latest news from the Uniting Church in Australia then subscribe to our weekly newsletter delivered to your inbox.Best known for her book It Takes a Church to Raise a Parent and for founding Parenting […]
Humans of the Uniting Church Rev Lindsay GinnThis 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. This week we […]
Raise the Rate for GoodAsk your MP to the raise the rate of JobSeeker in the federal budgetThis morning UnitingCare Australia joined over 30 organisations in Parliament House to call for an increase to the rate of JobSeeker in the Federal Budget. An open letter to the Prime Minister gained over 300 signatures from community […]
GenOn Growth Groups Attend a GenOn Growth Groups for Intergenerational Ministry Taster sessionFREE GenOn Growth Groups for Intergenerational Ministry TASTER SESSION 31 MAY, 2023, 9am AEST, onlineInterested in becoming a more intergenerational church? Looking for ways to do better as an intergenerational community? Wondering what you and your church leadership can actually do?Subscribe to our […]
Envisioning a church for all generationsAssembly welcomes Chris Barnett, Intergenerational Consultant They say that one of the most influential factors in the nurture and development of the next generation is their environment.It may be no surprise then that Chris Barnett, one of the biggest champions of intergenerational ministry in the Uniting Church, grew up in genuinely […]
Reflecting back: what are we hearing? Act2 Project Lead Andrew Johnson shares this Update on the consultation of the Act2 projectBy Andrew Johnson, Act2 Project Lead These reflections flow out of significant consultation undertaken by the Act2 Project Unit from February-April, which has included inviting written responses from church councils across the country, making contact […]
Weaving and Awakening: UAICC National Conference, 13-18 April 2023, DarwinBy Rebecca BeislerThe Uniting Aboriginal and Islander Christian Congress (UAICC) held its National Conference on Larrakia land in Darwin from 13-18 April, the first time it has come together nationally in five years.The theme “Weaving and Awakening: A Renewal of Faith Community and the UAICC” reflected the […]
Weaving our way togetherArtwork for the UAICC National Conference, 13-18 April, 2023The Uniting Aboriginal and Islander Christian Congress will hold its National Conference this week in Darwin from 13-18 April. UAICC members from across the country will gather over six days, sharing in worship and Bible study, and through input and shared discussion, reflect on […]