Chairs appointed to lead new National Commissions
The Uniting Church in Australia Assembly is delighted to announce the appointment of Chairs for two new Uniting Church National Commissions
May 29, 2025
The Uniting Church in Australia Assembly is delighted to announce the appointment of Chairs to lead two new National Commissions.
Established by the 17th Assembly out of a suite of proposals from the Act2 Project, these Commissions are key to the Church’s vision for renewal and for faithful life and discipleship in contemporary Australia.
Rev David Fotheringham has been appointed Chair of the Commission for Governance, Resourcing and Administration. This Commission is tasked with progressing the vision of a network of deeply connected councils that respond to God’s call through healthy oversight of ministry and mission, celebrating the Church's diverse and shared identity, and being faithful stewards of its common life and wealth.
The Commission will work collaboratively with all councils, agencies, and institutions of the Church to prioritise sharing resources for the benefit of the whole Church. It will also explore governance models and bring proposals for implementation to the 18th Assembly.
Rev Dr Cathie Lambert has been appointed Chair of the Commission for Theology, Formation and Leadership. This Commission is charged with leading the implementation of the vision for a National Network for Theology, Formation and Leadership. The vision encompasses a visible and accessible network of intentional communities engaged in lifelong learning to equip people to courageously follow Jesus and participate in God’s mission in contemporary Australia.
The Commission will have the authority to work with Ministerial Education Boards to govern and oversee the Uniting Church’s provision of theological education, discipleship, leadership training, and ministry formation.
These appointments mark a significant step forward in the Church’s journey of renewal and commitment to its calling. On behalf of the whole Uniting Church, the Assembly looks forward to the contributions of Rev Fotheringham and Rev Dr Lambert as they lead these Commissions in shaping the future of the Uniting Church in Australia.
Click through below to discover more about them and what their hopes are for the work of the Commissions.
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