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What’s up with WhatsApp?
Staying connected with parents, leaders or just the church community has always been important. Navigating the world of online communication is still a daunting task, however, many communities are using WhatsApp as a simple way to build and connect community.…
Read MoreSalesi set to step up
Moderator-elect Rev Salesi Faupula is passionate about multicultural ministry, a passion which will guide much of his work when he becomes Moderator from mid-2025.
Read MoreListen for the call from God
In his regular Crosslight magazine column, Moderator Rev David Fotheringham asks us to be still and listen to God’s call.
Read MoreYou, me, Christmas and the internet
This year the Revised Common Lectionary has us exploring the Christmas story found in the Gospel of Luke, particularly looking at Luke 2:1-14, verses 8-14 which go something like this: 8 The Shepherds were not at Jesus’ birth as they were…
Read MoreChild safety and Christmas pageants
The countdown to Christmas has begun, and the storytelling, pageants, nativity plays, and stage shows are around the corner. These are great opportunities for the children in our communities to be seen up the front, participating in the retelling of…
Read MoreSynod 2023 day four recap
Synod 2023 has come to a close today, following four days of discussion around important issues facing the Uniting Church in Victoria and Tasmania.
Read MoreSynod 2023 day three recap
Adopting a health-based approach to drug use, and supporting the concept of secure work were proposals adopted today on day three of Synod 2023.
Read MoreSynod 2023 day two recap
The announcement of Rev Salesi Faupula as Moderator-elect, a Tributes Service, a number of proposals, and the opportunity for members to explore a range of issues were all part of day two of Synod 2023.
Read MoreModerator-elect announced
Rev Salesi Faupula has been confirmed today as Moderator-elect of the Synod of Victoria and Tasmania, and will fill the role of Moderator from 2025-2028.
Read MoreSynod 2023 day one recap
Day one of Synod 2023 featured Opening Worship, Bible studies, a number of reports and a presentation from Moderator-elect nominee Rev Salesi Faupula.
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