President’s Church Anniversary messageDr Deidre Palmer has encouraged Uniting Church members to apply the difficult learnings of 2020 to shape the way the Church pursues God’s mission in the world.In her annual message to coincide with the foundation of the UCA on 22 June 1977, Dr Palmer said the Uniting Church was responding with creativity and […]
Three Asks and a PrayerThe national leaders of the UCA and UAICC are encouraging members to stay active in support of racial justice, as the movement against racism continues around the world.This week UCA President Dr Deidre Palmer and the Interim Chairperson of the National UAICC Pastor Mark Kickett, met to reflect on recent events, […]
Fostering a spirit of welcomeThis Refugee Week from 14-20 June, Australians are encouraged to help make Australia a more welcoming place for refugees and asylum seekers with the theme “Celebrating the Year of Welcome.”During the week, the Assembly Working for Justice Circle is hosting a conversation with a person, who is a member of Bankstown […]
Back to School Strike 4 Climate – 15 May 2020A nationwide climate action led by school students is taking place on Friday 15 May.Whilst there are many issues of concern during the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important not to lose focus on the crucial issues confronting our planet and all creation brought about by climate […]
UCA diversity shines in adversityUniting Church President Dr Deidre Palmer and Rob Floyd and Rev Dr Apwee Ting from the Assembly Resourcing Unit staff held a videoconference catch-up with leaders of nine National Conferences within the UCA on 22 April 2020.The meeting included leaders from our Fijian, Ibero-Latino, Middle East, Korean, Samoan, Tamil, Chinese, Tongan […]
COVID-19 devotions from UCA leadersPresident Dr Deidre Palmer and the Moderators of the six UCA Synods have released a seven-day devotional resource for the Church.”What Sustains Us” is a collective reflection on faith and spiritual practice, shared with love and hope in the time of COVID-19. “I invite Uniting Church members to reflect on: how your faith […]
UAICC UpdateThere are some major changes in the UAICC national leadership.National President Rev Garry Dronfield has tendered his resignation to the UAICC National Executive and the Assembly Standing Committee.Rev. Mark Kickett of the South Australian UAICC has been appointed as interim Chairperson until the next Congress National Conference in April 2021.On behalf of the National […]
Being a Safe Church in CyberspaceAs we continue to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic we are increasingly using various online platforms to stay connected with our colleagues, congregations, students, clients, families and friends. The ability to connect and stay in touch during these uncertain times is hugely beneficial and we must continue to take steps […]
National Redress Scheme – One Year OnThe Uniting Church in Australia is marking a year since joining the Federal Government’s National Redress Scheme (NRS) for survivors of institutional child sexual abuse.“The occurrence of abuse in our institutions is part of our history. We do not hide from it but commit to continuing to learn from […]
Arrangements for Holy CommunionThe Assembly has received a number of requests to consider the possibility of Uniting Church congregations conducting Holy Communion online during this period of self-isolation and physical distancing during the Covid-19 crisis.The Assembly is considering this and the Assembly Standing Committee will make a decision by close of business Friday 3 April […]