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Bequests

Bequests are critical to the work we do, helping us with education, social justice, community support and continuing our faith and mission.  After providing for your family, a bequest is a special way of ensuring the mission of the Church is sustained.

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Money For Mission

Congregations are invited to consider a way to generate ongoing income streams to fund their mission and also resource the wider Church’s missional endeavours.

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Intercultural Communities

The connection between people of different backgrounds enriches us. We have 22 Culturally and Linguistically Diverse congregations and worship in 14 languages other than English.

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Associated Schools

Our associated schools educate a combined 14,400 students. They provide a learning community that offers young people spiritual, intellectual, emotional and physical growth, and reverence for the environment.

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First Peoples

The Uniting Church in Australia acknowledges we live and work on Aboriginal land. In 2010, we became the first church in Australia to constitutionally acknowledge Aboriginal and Islander people as the First Peoples of Australia.

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Disability Inclusion

We are committed to ensuring people with disabilities are equal participants in all of our activities. We work with individuals, congregations and presbyteries, and a range of organisations beyond the Synod.

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Social Justice

Our Justice and International Mission unit works with congregations and social justice networks to shift and shape public policy towards a fair and just world. It provides regular opportunities for you to be an active voice for justice in the wider community.

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U Ethical

We are an ethical funds manager which grants most of its operating surplus to social justice advocacy and community programs. Formerly known as UCA Funds Management, U Ethical is an autonomous social enterprise of the UCA.

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Uniting AgeWell

Our specialised aged care services include residential care, home care, allied health and therapy services, carer support and respite services, social support, transitional care and independent retirement living.

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Safe Church

We are committed to providing safe environments where children are cared for, respected, nurtured and sustained. We have zero tolerance of all forms of child abuse and will do all in our power to safeguard children from it.

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Pilgrim Theological College

We offer the highest standards of scholarship in theology, philosophy and ministry. It is one of many colleges that form part of the University of Divinity in the Australian cities of Melbourne, Adelaide and Sydney.

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Uniting

Our community services organisation works across Victoria and Tasmania, partnering with people to build their capacity and confidence so they can look forward to a brighter, healthier and happier future.

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Younger Generations

We assist young people form and develop their faith and have a positive impact on their community. We do this by consulting, advocating, resourcing and training leaders, congregations and presbyteries.

News

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Psalm 37 shows us the way

Apr 7, 2025

In his regular Crosslight column, and ahead of Easter, Moderator Rev David Fotheringham draws on Psalm 37 and reminds us "do not fret, trust God, do what is good".
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From inspiration to impact

Mar 25, 2025

Year 10 to 12 students from schools connected to the Uniting Church gathered at Wesley Place recently for an engaging day centred around leadership, learning and inspiration.
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Indigenous garden blooms

Feb 24, 2025

Healesville Yarra Glen Uniting Church members are demonstrating their commitment to walking together with First Nations people, through the establishment of an indigenous garden.
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Features

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Building bridges to peace

Feb 26, 2025

Last month the world welcomed a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas. On the ground in the Middle East, a number of groups continue working hard towards bringing about a more permanent peace for future generations.
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Keeper of the faith

Dec 17, 2024

As Synod Archivist, Dr Jennifer Bars has access to a wealth of history relating to the Uniting Church and its predecessors.
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Road trip raises awareness

Oct 18, 2024

The potential harm facing children in the digital age was on the agenda during a recent visit to Tasmania by Senior Social Justice Advocate Mark Zirnsak and Australian Federal Police officer Kate Fitzpatrick. Readers are advised this article discusses issues around online child sexual exploitation and sexual extortion.
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People & Opinion

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Where church meets community

Apr 8, 2025

Kingston Uniting Church Minister Rev Michael Duke outlines the wonderful story of Rowallan Park, a shining light in supported accommodation in Tasmania.
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New Awe-stralia beckons

Feb 27, 2025

Ministry of the Word candidate Alisha Fung suggests there are a number of steps the Uniting Church can take to encourage people to return to the Church.
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Let’s give Graham a hand

Feb 25, 2025

Uniting Church lay preacher Graham Booth is doing a power of good as part of Longford's The Helping Hand in Tasmania.
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Events

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Fundamentals of Transitional Ministry

“Fundamentals of Transitional Ministry” is a 3-day program designed to give participants an introduction to the key concepts and practices of ministering with congregations and agencies in times of transition. While it is a stand-alone program, it is also the first phase of training that leads to being qualified as an Intentional Interim Minister. Thus,…

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Pastoral Partner Program – Online Training

In May 2025, eLM are offering training in the fantastic Pastoral Partner Program with none other than the creator of the Program, Sharonne Price! This is wonderful training for Congregations and Faith Communities. And is also great training for those Lay Preachers who find themselves in pastoral situations. (Mel Perkins, Synod Lay Leadership Development Coordinator) People…

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Power and Relationships

Power and Relationships: Joining together for a just world   This event aims to empower students’ voice and equip them with the skills to navigate the social and political power structure and to drive genuine change in their local communities. More details to come prior to the event!  **This event is specifically for schools associated…

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Meet our senior leadership

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David Fotheringham

Moderator
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Mark Lawrence

General Secretary