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Unite to end Gender-Based Violence #16Days

As part of our commitment to the equality and safety of all people, the Uniting Church joins people around the world in marking 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence. The global UN Women-led campaign begins on 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs until 10 December, Human Rights […]

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PIEN Advent guide

Building foundations for justice and peaceAdvent reflections from Ecumenical Accompaniers in Palestine and IsraelThe Palestine Israel Ecumenical Network (PIEN) has released an Advent resource with week-by week reflections from Ecumenical Accompaniers (EA) who have been deployed in Palestine and Israel.   The World Council of Churches (WCC) Ecumenical Accompaniment Program in Palestine and Israel (EAPPI) […]

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Uniting Church echoes call for immediate ceasefire

Uniting Church echoes calls for immediate ceasefire The Uniting Church in Australia Assembly joins the World Council of Churches (WCC) in its demands for an immediate ceasefire and the opening of humanitarian corridors in Palestine and Israel. Photo: A woman walks through Shejaiya, a Gaza neighborhood. Credit: Paul Jeffrey/Life on Earth/WCC   The Uniting Church […]

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Despair and Wisdom

Despair and wisdom A  reflection from Uniting Church President Rev Sharon HollisBy Rev Sharon Hollis, Uniting Church in Australia PresidentSeveral weeks ago the congregation I was attending sang a hymn by Brian Wren that spoke of some of the attributes of God including the line, ‘wiser than despair’.Since that Sunday I’ve been reflecting on what […]

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ASC Update November 2023

  ASC Update November 2023  Photo credit: Nicole MugfordThis meeting was the final ASC meeting for current General Secretary, Colleen Geyer. A Minute of Appreciation was recorded acknowledging the ASC’s deep gratitude for Colleen’s ministry as General Secretary. Messages of thanks were given by ASC members Geoff Thompson, Nicole Mugford and Mark Kickett. Colleen will take […]

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