Pre-Assembly gatherings CALD members and Youthful delegates gather ahead of the 17th Assembly meeting Today, two important pre-Assembly events took place. Youthful delegates of the Assembly came together at Leigh Memorial Church and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) members were hosted at Mascot Wesley Uniting Church. Both gatherings were a source of encouragement, providing information […]
CALD members gather ahead of 17th Assembly The Pre-Assembly gathering for culturally and linguistically diverse delegatesMembers of the 17th Assembly from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds gathered together ahead of the meeting in a joyful celebration of God’s gracious gift of diversity in our Church. Representing the diverse cultural communities which make up the Uniting […]
Introducing the 17th President of the Uniting Church The inspiring story of our next President Rev Charissa Suli and her deep and powerful call to serve Christ in the Uniting ChurchBy Rebecca BeislerFor Rev Charissa Suli it was an Emmaus moment. On the short road between Collaroy and Dee Why on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, Charissa felt […]
Covenant Anniversary ArtworkMeet the artist and read the description of the two artworks createdAs the Uniting Church marks the 30th anniversary of the Covenant and the 15th anniversary of the Preamble, Aboriginal artist Grace Williams has shared two new artworks that will be featured across Assembly resources and communications to mark these significant milestones in […]
Meet the 17th Assembly Cato Lecturer Korean American theologian Grace Ji-Sun Kim has been announced as the presenter of the 17th Assembly Cato LectureBy Rebecca BeislerThe presenter of the Cato Lecture at the 17th Assembly in July will be Korean American theologian Grace Ji-Sun Kim, a world renowned scholar and expert in intercultural, feminist and […]
Yalanya – That’s the way it isA new book sharing the life story of prominent Aboriginal leader Pastor Don BradyA new book shares the life story of prominent Aboriginal leader Pastor Don Brady, a passionate activist and inspirational Methodist pastor whose legacy lives on in the struggle for First Nations justice today.“The driving force behind […]
World Day of Prayer – 1 March 2024By Helen RichmondThe World Day of Prayer is a global ecumenical day of prayer led by Christian women on the first Friday in March. This year it will be held on 1 March, 2024. For decades this global ecumenical prayer service has been an opportunity for local churches […]
“Our hearts ache for peace” Uniting Church President Rev Sharon Hollis expresses fresh concerns for the unfolding situation in GazaUniting Church President Rev Sharon Hollis has expressed deep concern for the unfolding situation in Gaza and reiterated calls for an immediate ceasefire and protection of innocent civilians.““We’re watching the unfolding situation in Gaza closely and […]
Historic Conference spotlights First Nations voicesAssembly Policy and Advocacy Officer Raúl Sugunananthan reports back from Raising our Tribal Voice for Justice: An Indigenous Theological RevolutionBy Assembly Policy and Advocacy Officer Raúl SugunananthanThe historic conference, Raising our Tribal Voice for Justice: An Indigenous Theological Revolution, took place last week in Melbourne. Held by the University of […]
Gaza Ceasefire Pilgrimage Join others walking the length of Gaza during Lent.This Lent, Christian groups from around the globe are launching the Gaza Ceasefire Pilgrimage. Already, 59 cities in 8 countries are hosting a walk the length of Gaza (about 40km) to raise funds for humanitarian relief and support for refugees. It is also a […]