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New and interesting articles, videos, photographs and other content are posted online every day. Here are five recent items that might be of interest to the Uniting Church SA community.
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Uniting Church in Australia videos
Uniting Church in Australia Assembly, Vimeo
Have you checked out the Uniting Church in Australia Assembly’s Vimeo account? Over the past week, Assembly uploaded three new videos to Vimeo on the topics of climate justice, nuclear disarmament and gender equality. The nuclear disarmament video features reflections and stories from Rev Denise Champion (pictured), and references the broader Uniting Aboriginal and Islander Christian Congress’ thinking on nuclear waste.
“Yes I can”, Paralympics and the positivity myth
Shane Clifton
At the 2016 Australasian Religious Press Association conference, theologian Shane Clifton spoke on the topic of the recent BBC4 ad for the Paralympics and the “positivity myth” – points that are also discussed in this blog post. Shane looks at the success of the wildly popular ad, and points out a number of issues with the way it presents disability. He approaches this topic from his lived experience as a quadriplegic (C5 incomplete). This post provides a real insight into Shane’s humour, experiences and study.
Three online tools to assist your ministry
Journey Online
In this article, Queensland communicator Ashley Thompson shares her thoughts on writing and learning in digital spaces. She also provides details about three practical online tools for congregations and individuals looking to grow their ministry through digital platforms.
When your hometown becomes a permanent battlefield
Narratively
Although a ceasefire was due to end conflict in Ukraine in 2015, violence and war continue to influence the everyday lives of many in the region. This article tells the stories of some of those living in affected areas – through their own words and a series of compelling photographs. Please note: the article does include a small amount of profanity.
Crosslight
Op shops are a huge part of many Uniting Church communities across Australia. This article, featured in the VicTas Synod’s magazine, Crosslight, shares the stories of several volunteers, op shops and community service providers. Does your op shop have a good story to share? Comment below or email New Times at Turn on Javascript!
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The new 'normal’ that we have entered into can certainly bring changes to how we as a church undertake international mission. However, despite this challenge we encourage reflection on the importance of partnerships, solidarity for social justice issues and ecumenical sharing.
A couple of years ago I was participating in a course which had a smattering of people from a Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) background. I would have said that they were good participants in class discussions but not the most active ones, and I gave little thought to it.
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A UnitingCare Emergency Relief Centre was needed in the Port Adelaide-Enfield area of Adelaide. And that's when Lefevre UC and volunteers from Port Adelaide UC stepped up.
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