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Still open, still serving
St Paul’s Uniting Church in Ballan once faced possible closure. Now, as it marks 160 years, its small congregation is sharing the historic church, hall and grounds more fully with the community around it.
Read MoreWeek in the life of Paola Rojas
Paola Rojas outlines what a busy week looks like as she undertakes her Faithful Futures and schools engagement roles.
Read MoreStepping in with purpose
Crosslight spoke with three members of the Faithful Futures Steering Committee to learn about their aspirations for the project.
Read MoreGeneral Secretary to step down
Moderator Rev Salesi Faupula has released a letter announcing that, after 14 years in the role, General Secretary Rev Dr Mark Lawrence plans to step down in late November.
Read MoreBuilding a better society
As the bonds of social cohesion continue to fray, Senior Social Justice Advocate Dr Mark Zirnsak argues that deep listening and curiosity towards understanding each other is the way towards a healthier society.
Read MoreAn abundance of grace
In his regular Crosslight magazine column, Moderator Rev Salesi Faupula reflects on how recent celebrations in Tonga marking 200 years of Christianity have reminded him of the abundance of God’s grace.
Read MoreAugust 2026 reflection for school boards
Director of Chaplaincy and Connections, Adrian Pyle, reflects on governance through the metaphor of keyholding, considering how every decision a board makes unlocks certain possibilities while closing others.
Read MoreMission, identity and the work already underway
Director of Chaplaincy and Connections, Adrian Pyle, reflects on five themes from Rev Stuart Bollom’s closing theological reflection at the Uniting Connections Conference.
Read MoreFive things schools and the Church can learn together
Director of Chaplaincy and Connections, Adrian Pyle, reflects on five ideas he and Jamie Breden (Head of Faith and Community at Scotch Oakburn College) explored at the Uniting Connections Conference.
Read MorePresident on schools, formation and hope
Five reflections on Rev Charissa Suli’s address to the Uniting Connections National Schools Conference, on belonging, dignity and forming young people for lives of wisdom and hope.
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