News, Notices & Prayer points - 23 June 2020
This week's news, notices & prayer points from congregations, the SA Synod, and the wider Uniting Church.
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Synod Standing Committee - June 2020 update
Synod Standing Committee meeting updates are published to inform the wider Uniting Church SA community of the discussions, deliberations and decisions arising from each meeting of the Committee. This update refers to the recent 12 June 2020 meeting.
Emerging from the "COVID Cocoon"
Several people in the Seacliff Uniting Church have decided to produce a series of media resources, consisting of both short videos containing questions for discussion and accompanying scripts with written support materials, which will be helpful for many congregations and the wider Christian community during this COVID-19 time.
Reflection of the Week - 23 June 2020
"Are we there yet?" - From the keyboard of Rev Wendy Prior, Synod of SA Staff Chaplain
UCA Anniversary - Say YES to diversity
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.
News, Notices & Prayer points - 16 June 2020
This week's news, notices & prayer points from congregations, the SA Synod, and the wider Uniting Church.
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Celebrating Refugees Contributions to Society
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.
Reflection of the Week - 16 June 2020
This week's reflection reminds us to be generous with resources and time that will bring some relief to those who seek refuge.
UnitingCare Taperoo: connecting through community care
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.
News, Notices & Prayer points - 9 June 2020
This week's news, notices & prayer points from congregations, the SA Synod, and the wider Uniting Church.
Reflection of the Week - 9 June 2020
This week's reflection reminds us to respond to God by caring for his creation.
On the occasion of Reconciliation Week and Reconciliation (Pentecost) Sunday
The death of George Floyd and false accusation of Christian Cooper in New York has made me reflect again on racism. It’s so easy to point the finger at America’s racism, but what about ours? What about … mine?
Exploring the Ministry of Spiritual Direction
In our current life situations, the ancient yet somewhat unknown and quiet ministry of Spiritual Direction could provide clarity on the Spirit’s presence and initiative in our lives.
News, Notices & Prayer points - 2 June 2020
This week's news, notices & prayer points from congregations, the SA Synod, and the wider Uniting Church.
Reflection of the Week - 2 June 2020
This week's reflection recognises the reign of God as inclusive of all the people of the world.
Today is National Sorry Day
SA Synod Covenanting and International Mission Officer Tarlee Leonardis made this video to educate, encourage and commemorate National Sorry Day. It includes a call to action for all of us.
News, Notices & Prayer points - 26 May 2020
This week's news, notices & prayer points from congregations, the SA Synod, and the wider Uniting Church.
Reflection of the Week - 26 May 2020
This week's reflection talks about reconciliation.
The future of youth events in SA
Several changes are afoot for the traditional Synod-organised, state-wide youth ministry events such as Live Life Loud and SA Youth Camp Out (SAYCO). Tim Littleford explains in this letter.
News, Notices & Prayer points - 19 May 2020
This week's news, notices & prayer points from congregations, the SA Synod, and the wider Uniting Church.