Celebrating NAIDOC Week 2026NAIDOC Week 2026 (5–12 July) marks 50 years of honouring the voices, cultures and resilience of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The Uniting Church, together with the Uniting Aboriginal and Islander Christian Congress (UAICC), gives thanks for this significant milestone and celebrates the enduring strength and leadership of First Nations peoples. […]
Governance, Resourcing and Administration Commission update Executive Officer Dr Paul Minty writes how the Commission for Governance, Resourcing and Administration continues to advance the Act2 vision, with nationwide consultations and key workstreams shaping a more connected, sustainable and mission-focused Uniting ChurchBy Dr Paul Minty, Executive Officer of the Commission for Governance, Resourcing and Administration. The […]
Uniting Church joins Tonga in celebrating 200 years of Christianity UCA President Rev Charissa Suli, alongside Moderators, former missionaries, ministers, young people and members from across Australia joined the Free Wesleyan Church of Tonga in celebrating the bicentenary of the Christian Church in Tonga Representatives of the Uniting Church in Australia today joined the […]
Words, witness and the future As the Uniting Church enters its 50th year, Assembly General Secretary Andrew Johnson reflects on the statements that shape us – and challenges us to live them out.Subscribe to our newsletterIf you want to get the latest news from the Uniting Church in Australia then subscribe to our weekly newsletter […]
2026 Uniting Church Anniversary message UCA President marks Uniting Church’s 49th Anniversary with message of hope and Jubilee Subscribe to our newsletter If you want to get the latest news from the Uniting Church in Australia then subscribe to our weekly newsletter delivered to your inbox. Uniting Church President Rev Charissa Suli has […]
Let our faith speak By Dr Sureka Goringe, National Director, UnitingWorld I recently spent two days at the Christian Conference of Asia, sitting with church leaders who between them carry the hopes of 50 million Christians across this region. I asked them what keeps them awake. One challenge they spoke about most often was […]
This is my Uniting Church Echunga Uniting Church ‘This is my Uniting Church’ is a series that delves into the stories and faces of our local congregations and communities of faith: the beating heart of the Uniting Church! In this edition, we head to the Adelaide Hills of South Australia, where we meet with the […]
From 14–20 June, churches, community groups and organisations across Australia will mark Refugee Week 2026, an opportunity to celebrate the courage, resilience and contributions of people who have sought safety and a new beginning in this country. This year’s theme, “A Million Stories”, marks a significant milestone: since […]
Equitable energy upgrades:caring for people, caring for creation An environmental initiative, led by Armidale Uniting Church, is helping vulnerable households access the benefits of the clean energy transition, combining practical support, energy justice and community care By Trevor Brown and Rev Simon Hansford, Armidale Uniting Church In Armidale, on Anaiwan Country on the Northern […]
King’s Birthday Honours 2026 The UCA congratulates those members of our Church who have been recognised for their outstanding service to the communityThe Uniting Church in Australia warmly congratulates all members of our Church community who have been recognised in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours List. From insightful authors and compassionate community carers to enlightening […]