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.
Thursday, April 29, 2021
UC National News 28 April-4 May - Our DNA, Prayers for India, Aged Care Budget Priority, Safety for all Refugees and more
This week we begin sharing stories about Identity in the Uniting Church. As one of the four key pillars guiding the Strategic Plan of the Assembly, what makes us who we are as the Uniting Church? What is our contribution to being God's people in the world?
UCA Theologian and blogger Rev Dr John Squires has outlined 10 distinct identity markers of the Uniting Church. What do you say is part of our DNA?
UnitingWorld shares an update from our church partners in India where the rapid escalation of COVID-19 cases is devastating the country. Our partners are responding to the outbreak at the community level.
People from every state and Synod are now preparing to travel to the President's Conference, Called by God 2, which begins tomorrow in Adelaide. Read what our speakers are most excited about and follow along using #calledbygoduca through the weekend.
What's in a number? Rob Floyd, Chairperson of the Australian Churches Refugee Taskforce, takes a look at the number of people who came to Australia by boat seeking safety and, staggeringly, eight years later remain trapped in an unjust system. More than a number, each one seeks hope for the future.
In less than two weeks, the Federal Government will hand down the 2021-22 Budget, including it’s response to the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety. The UnitingCare aged care network is one of the largest networks of providers nationally. UnitingCare Australia is urging all UCA members to tell the Government you care about aged care by signing the petitionin support of comprehensive reform.
Ideas and concerns from across the Uniting Church have formed part of a UCA submission to the Australian Government as part of final consultations towards a nationwide strategy to prevent child abuse.
Exciting opportunity for a Family Ministry worker to initiate and co-ordinate programs to meet the pastoral and spiritual needs of children and their families/carers, at Dernancourt UC, South Australia.
School Chaplain - SCOTS PGC College Join a wonderful, holistic educational environment as the next Chaplain of SCOTS PGC College in Warwick, Queensland.
JOIN US IN PRAYER FOR:
Those gathering for the President's Conference in Adelaide over the next few days as they come together in worship and community and reflect on the call to live out their discipleship.
For India as it responds to the COVID-19 crisis, for those who are mourning loss of life, those responding on the frontline, and those delivering urgent aid and support.
For people seeking asylum and safety in Australia who remain trapped in an unjust system.
The Moderators, President and President-elect of the UCA who are gathered together this week for a time of sharing on the life and mission of the Church.
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