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Faith

Reflection of the week

This week's reflection focuses on Matthew 23:1-7, and what qualities we look for in church leaders.

News

Do not walk away from Manus refugees, says UCA President

Uniting Church in Australia President Stuart McMillan has called on the Australian Government to ensure the safety of refugees on Manus Island upon the closure of the main detention facility on Tuesday 31 October.

Culture

Does religion do more harm than good?

A recent article based on result from an Ipsos Poll reported that two out of three Australians think that religion does more harm than good. Rev Prof Andrew Dutney explores the results of this poll and the role of the church in Australia.

News

Lay people living faith

Lay people have been providing leadership in mission and ministry within local congregations and their wider communities in SA since 1836. A new book explores the history of lay leadership and ministry in the Uniting Church SA and its preceding denominations.

Faith

Reflection of the week

In Australia, Universal Children’s Day is celebrated annually on the fourth Wednesday of October. This week’s reflection focuses on children and child-like faith.

Culture

Making space for grace

Space for Grace is an expression that many Uniting Church members may be familiar with, particularly in light of recent conversations about marriage. But not everyone is aware of what the term means...

News

Generating ideas for ageing and wellness

The deadline for applications for the 40th Anniversary Ageing & Wellness Grants have been extended to 30 March 2018. This article includes information about the grants, in addition to ideas for activities and initiatives that could be implemented through this program.

Faith

Reflection of the week

This week's reflection focuses on Matthew 22:15-22, responsible stewardship and service to God.

Leadership

Learning to lead

Elizabeth Megaw is an emerging leader in the Uniting Church, holding leadership positions in her congregation and in the wider Uniting Church SA. New Times spoke to Elizabeth about the challenges and rewards of church leadership as a young person.

Culture

Not ok

At this time of year, the influx of mental health campaigns and awareness days significantly increases the exposure of mental health. This Mental Health Week (8-14 October), Bindy Taylor speaks about the importance of reaching out to friends and family.

Faith

Reflection of the week

This week's reflection focuses on honesty, integrity and Proverbs 4:23-27.

News

A new Encounter

Receiving official recognition in September, Encounter Church is the first Uniting Church SA faith community to emerge from the Generate 2021 church planting program. New Times spoke to Mike Wardrop about the planning and vision behind this exciting new faith community.

Culture

Ngarrindjeri noticing

Several Uniting Church members recently undertook a pilgrimage on Ngarrindjeri country (Victor Harbor area) led by Sean Weetra. Rev Susan Doughty reflects on the experience and Sean Weetra shares the story of Ngurunderi.

Faith

Reflection of the week

In this week's reflection, Linda Sutton focuses on God's provision for the Israelites as they travelled towards the Promised Land.

Faith

Emerging generations embodying Jesus’ Way

SURRENDER Adelaide is a conference aimed at raising up emerging Christian leaders to live out the radical call of Jesus. Danica Patselis and Ian Dempster talk about the Uniting Church's role at the conference and this year's theme - "Embodying the Way".