Thursday, April 9, 2020

UC National News - Holy Week - 9 April 2020 - Easter streaming, messages, Lent Event and more

Many livestreams to the Cross 
More than 200 Uniting Church congregations will take the Easter message into Australian homes this weekend, as our Church rises to the challenge of keeping community in the safety of physical isolation. Easter services will also be streamed live from the Uniting Church in Australia Facebook page
Please check the Streaming section of the Assembly website for details

"We see the power of God's love to overcome." 

An embargoed version of the Dr Deidre Palmer's Easter video message is available to download on the Assembly website.
The message goes live in the early hours of Easter Sunday 12 April.

Praying for safety

The President has issued a Pastoral Note about people living in violent relationships, whose situations have worsened during the COVID-19 crisis.

PM's Easter message to churches

The Prime Minister, Scott Morrison MP says that when so much is being asked of us, the story of Christ’s sacrifice and resurrection serves as a source of strength and hope.
 As UnitingWorld's annual LentEvent appeal comes to a close, remember the big difference even a relatively small donation can make in the lives of others.
A grassroots report from the Middle East says the coronavirus pandemic has seen unprecedented cooperation between Israeli and Palestinian authorities.  
The Assembly website is constantly being updated with ministry resources and suggestions. If you have something to add, please email them to comms@nat.uca.org.au 
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IN PRAYER FOR:
  • All those who join or lead online worship this weekend.
  • All those who pray or worship at home to celebrate our Risen Crucified Lord with your local resources.
  • May God bless you all for your faithfulness, and keep you and your loved ones safe until we meet again.  
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