Change or Suppression (Conversion) Practices Prohibition Bill 2020: Statement from the Moderator
Moderator Denise Liersch says “the Uniting Church supports the intention of the legislation to protect vulnerable people from the harm of coercive practices”.
Read MoreCarol touches on the hope of Christmas
“In Advent, we hear the cries of the prophets, and are invited to join in their hopes for a world restored,” Denise Liersch says.
Read MoreHiroshima memorial reminds us to work for peace
Anniversary of the Hiroshima bombing is a time to remember that aggression met by aggression, and violence met by violence leads only to suffering.
Read MoreWhy going back ‘to normal’ isn’t good enough
This is a time of invitation, to be caught up into the deep desire of God for a world of mercy, justice and peace, writes Moderator Denise Liersch.
Read MoreJesus as a newborn baby opens us up to God’s love
“In the face of a tiny innocent child in need of love and protection, our own disagreements, grudges, harboured hurts and disappointments can seem petty.”
Read MoreWhy we must look after our environment
“We’re all interconnected. Even small changes can have big effects on other parts of the ecosystem. Tiny things can play an important role in keeping the system healthy.”
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