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Introducing Emily Evans
Emily Evans has just recently begun working with the NCCA as a Project Officer. Her role will see her based in Melbourne providing administrative, research and implementation support to the Commissions, Networks and the overall work of the Council.
World Council of Churches
WCC celebrates 70th Anniversary - Covenanting and Amsterdam 1948
The 70th anniversary of the WCC in 2018 is an opportunity to mark the achievements of the past 70 years in working for Christian unity and action, and to look to the challenges ahead as a fellowship of churches responding to God’s call for unity, mission, justice and peace.
Former CCA General Secretary Bishop John V Samuel Passes Away
Bishop John Victor Samuel is remembered for his ecumenical collegiality, personal warmth and friendship, as well as his numerous ecumenical contributions.
Interfaith Response to Climate Emergency Conference
Radical Action at the Heart of Faith: work within Faith Communities to fight climate apathy
When: Wednesday 12 September 2018 10:15am
Where: Northcote Town Hall, 189 High Street, Northcote VIC
Conversation: DIY Spirituality
Spirituality means different things to different people.
When: Wednesday 12 September 2018 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Where: Trinity College, Old Warden's Lodge, 100 Royal Pde, Parkville VIC
| September | |
| 1 | World Day of Care for Creation |
| 2 | National Child Protection Week begins |
| 9 | Child Protection Sunday - Australian Catholic Church |
| 10 | World Suicide Prevention Day |
| 10 | Rosh Hashanah - Jewish New Year |
| 12 | Al-Hijra - Islamic New Year |
Visit by Archbishop Angaelos, Moderator of Churches Together Britain & Ireland Trustees
In an encouraging address on 22 August 2018, Archbishop Angaelos of the Coptic Archdiocese of London, gave us an image of mosaic art with its separate pieces of glass and stone. All the coloured pieces are distinct works of art forming one creation.
A Catholic Response to Domestic Violence
The resource kit was officially launched by the Broken Bay Diocese on 21 June 2018. It provides information around the Catholic Church’s teaching for the dignity and value of the human person.
Why Indigenous Sovereignty Should Matter to Christians
"It's a conversation about sovereignty but also about how we stand as disciples of Jesus."
Rev Dr Chris Budden says of his new book, Why Indigenous Sovereignty Should Matter to Christians, launched at the 15th Assembly of the Uniting Church in Australia in July. The result of many prolonged conversations on the subject of First People's sovereignty.
16 – 23 September 2018
The World Council of Churches invites member churches, faith-based communities, and civil society organizations around the world to join together for a week of prayer for just peace for all in Palestine and Israel on 16-23 September 2018.
Sign the petition
The situation for children in detention on Nauru is bleak. Join the push to have all children and their families removed from Nauru to Australia by Universal Children's Day - 20 November.
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"Make My Commitment" tool now online
Living the Change invites commitments to simpler lifestyles
A diverse range of faith communities around the world are creating a fresh opportunity to help protect the earth’s environment for coming generations.
Public Consultation
Join guests from Jewish, Muslim, Hindu, Sikh and Buddhist communities
Date: Sunday 23 September 2018
Time: 2:30pm – 5:00pm
Venue: Catholic Leadership Centre, 576 Victoria Parade, East Melbourne VIC
2018 National Religious Short Film prize
The Charles Sturt University (CSU) Australian Centre for Christianity and Culture (ACC&C) announced the winners of the 2018 Religious Short Film Prize at a special ceremony in Canberra earlier this month.
2018 Christian Book of the Year
SparkLit announced the winner at a celebration in Melbourne on 16 August. The award recognises and encourages excellence in Australian Christian writing.
Tasmanian churches show hospitality to seasonal workers
The NCCA commends Tasmanian churches for the hospitality given to fruit pickers from Vanuatu over the past six months. The wonderful ways in which these workers have been welcomed into the community has been rewarded with a rich cultural exchange and lasting ties of friendship.
