News & notices - 7 March 2018
This week's news and notices from congregations, the SA Presbytery and Synod, and the wider Uniting Church.
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Reflection of the week
This week's reflection focuses on the continuing Lenten journey - the small sacrifices we make and the bigger sacrifice made by God at Easter.
Meeting the experts
On Tuesday 27 February, local Christian leaders met with members of the expert panel conducting the Religious Freedom Review. This meeting was called to continue discussions that took place at a round table gathering earlier in the year.
UC Invest welcomes a new era
On Wednesday 24 January, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission approved UC Invest’s application for an Australian Financial Services License.
News & notices - 28 February 2018
This week's news and notices from congregations, the SA Presbytery and Synod, and the wider Uniting Church.
Reflection of the week
This week's reflection includes passages from the Psalms and focuses on anxiety, peace and the presence of God.
Standing Committee Meeting - February update
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 February 2018 meeting.
Introducing Mrs Unity Hill
Held annually in January, the Port Lincoln Tunarama Festival provides a valuable opportunity for locals to connect with community – and this year, one Unity Hill Uniting Church member chose a special way to make this connection.
News & notices - 21 February 2018
This week's news and notices from congregations, the SA Presbytery and Synod, and the wider Uniting Church.
Reflection of the week
This week's reflection focuses on God's presence in our lives and the promise to answer when we call.
Church speaks into religious review
The Uniting Church has affirmed its opposition to all forms of discrimination at a federal government hearing on religious freedom.
News & notices - 14 February 2018
This week's news and notices from congregations, the SA Presbytery and Synod, and the wider Uniting Church.
A global community of believers
UnitingWorld's Cath Taylor shares stories from the Pacific, including the visit Alexandra Bingham (pictured right) took to Lelehudi in Papua New Guinea in 2017 to document a UnitingWorld partnership.
From past to present
Members of the Uniting Church SA Historical Society believe there is much to be learnt from the work of past congregations, members and organisations. Dr Judith Raftery spoke to New Times about the Society's important work.
Reflection of the week
This week's reflection focuses on Lent and being wise in the choices we make.
Sunny’s call to service
As a child, Rev Sunil “Sunny” Kadaparambil dreamed of becoming a missionary. He has followed this calling from India to remote ministry in Australia, with his second placement bringing him to the Parkin-Sturt Patrol in SA.
A moment of healing
First and Second Peoples in the Uniting Church have marked the 10th anniversary of the National Apology to the Stolen Generations by calling for urgent action on sovereignty, treaty and Indigenous education.
News & notices - 7 February 2018
This week's news and notices from congregations, the SA Presbytery and Synod, and the wider Uniting Church.
15th Assembly theme announced
President-Elect Dr Deidre Palmer recently announced the theme for the 15th Assembly – Abundant Grace, Liberating Hope. Deidre explains why she chose this theme for the upcoming Assembly meeting and her three year term as President.
7 ways to fast for Lent
Lent begins on Wednesday 14 February, providing an opportunity to fast and take stock of your relationship with God over 40 days. This article includes ideas to get you started if you are thinking about fasting this Lent.
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