The Body of Christ is made of many parts, and people experience their understanding of God in many different ways. On this blog, we'll consider the beliefs and activities of congregations, denominations and different religions.
As we come to the end of a difficult year, it's more important than ever to affirm each other in our faith and share stories of hope and encouragement. The Transforming Worship Circle (TWC) has gifted an Advent song to the Church, as TWC Advocate Rev Alex Sangster explains. There are many Advent resources available to help you and your community look ahead with hope to Christmas, the New Year and beyond. Join the Transforming Worship Circle today.
The ACT2 Project is a whole-of-church consultation on our future together as a people of God on the way. You're invited to take part. It begins by reading a introduction and filling out a brief survey. Any questions? Email us at uca.act2@nat.uca.org.au
The Uniting Church-linked publisher Mediacom has a special offer today - with 15% off all purchases for resources such as the L3 Lay Leaders' Liturgy. (Use the code 'advent15')
Dr Deidre Palmer has urged Uniting Church members to be bearers of God's vision of hope for a world free from gender based violence at the start of #16Days of Activism against gender-based violence. Look out for daily posts and reflections on the UCA Facebook page.
The Being a Multicultural Church Circle is hosting its final webinar for the year on the issue of mental health, particularly how we support each other through tough times.
Director of NCLS Research Dr Ruth Powell has given a special briefing for Uniting Church bodies wanting to take part in the seventh National Church Life Survey.
Friday 11 December from 7:30pm is the last chance this year for young adults across the UCA to join in online community. Email nerylm@nat.uca.org.au to register
Target's annual appeal supporting UnitingCare Australia is up and running. Help make Christmas a better day for thousands of people and families who might otherwise go without.
UnitingWorld's Christmas catalogue of ethical gifts has a huge range of presents that fight poverty and build hope.
JOIN US IN PRAYER FOR:
All members of the Uniting Church as we begin our journey through Advent. In worship together, physically distanced or remote, and in our reflection and prayerful practice, may we be uplifted by stories of God's hope as we look forward.
All those in Australia, our region and around the world who are sick, impoverished, hungry and in greater need than many of us will ever experience. May we find in ourselves the generosity of spirit to be a blessing to the vulnerable.
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