What's Up - September 2015
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Sunset Rock engages with SALA
Rev Marty Rosenberg reflects on Sunset Rock Uniting Church’s SALA (South Australian Living Artists) exhibition, which was held in August this year.
Uniting Church leaders seek sanctuary for refugees
Updated: 10/9/15. The Uniting Church in Australia is calling on the Australian Government to commit to a significant increase in Australia’s refugee intake as a response to the ongoing crisis in Syria.
Wesley Kent Town celebrates 150 years
Wesley Kent Town Uniting Church celebrates its 150th anniversary this year, and has marked the occasion with a number of celebratory events.
Uniting communities through the City-Bay
Lifeline Adelaide to receive support through Team UC at the City-Bay on Saturday 20 September, 2015!
Recognising a life of service
Rev Rob Tann reflects on the life of Fay Boxall, a long-serving member of the Methodist and Uniting churches, particularly in the Kangaroo Island community (pictured: Kingscote Uniting Church).
100 years for Ascot Community
Ascot Community Uniting Church celebrated 100 years of worship on Sunday 2 August.
The emigration of Emanuel
This is the story of Rev Dr Emanuel Audisho, tracing his journey from Iraq to Western Australia.
Five things to click this week(end)
This "Five things" post looks at an upcoming (Monday 24 Aug) Spicer Uniting Church event and links to articles about depression and the Christian church.
Forming salty souls for ministry
Paul’s counsel to Timothy to attune ourselves to the mind and heart of Christ is a wake-up call for ministry formation, writes Rev Sean Gilbert.
Engaging with Interfaith September
We need to double our efforts to build interfaith harmony, says Rev Michael Barnes. Interfaith September is an opportunity for Uniting Church members to begin conversations on how we relate to people of other faiths.
Five tips for increasing self control
This brief article contains some basic, practical advice for parents seeking to demonstrate self control.
How we build children's self-esteem
A personal article providing reflections on ways parents and families can build healthy self-esteem in their children.
Assembly updates
Find out more about how to access news about the 14th Triennial Assembly of the Uniting Church in Australia.
Stepping towards recognition
Reflections on NAIDOC Week, the recent Kirribilli House summit and a proposal being presented by the Uniting Aboriginal and Islander Christian Congress at the upcoming 14th Triennial Assembly of the Uniting Church in Australia.
Travelling north
From Sunday 12 July Stuart McMillan will become president of the Uniting Church - only the third lay person to ever hold the position. Matt Pulford writes about Stuart's life, ministry and work. Photo courtesy of Louisa Sams.
Beyond reconciliation
NAIDOC Week celebrates the history, culture and accomplishments of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Pilgrim Uniting Church held an ecumenical service on Sunday 5 July to mark the start of NAIDOC Week for 2015. Trevor Hayley reflects on his experience of the service.
Port Elliot facility fulfils local need
The new Resthaven Port Elliot facility is providing necessary local aged care and offering job opportunities.
A Thin Place - borrowing and creating tradition
Have you heard about A Thin Place, the innovative worship service held at The Corner Uniting Church? Rosalie Upton talks about the service, and explores how and why people engage with it.
Gearing up for Assembly 2015
Deciphering the 60+ Assembly proposals and reports before the meeting is a challenge even for the Assembly’s members. Check out some of the highlights here and get the jump on the meeting.
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