Resources
Principles of inclusion
Our church believes everyone should feel welcome and included.
Our four principles of inclusion
- We include everyone.
- You can talk to us about anything.
- Your safety matters.
- You have the right to make your own choices.
These principles were developed as part of the church’s response to the Disability Royal Commission.
You can read more in the Disability Royal Commission National Task Group Principles
Principles Poster
You can download a poster to display in your church.
The poster can help start conversations about inclusion in your congregation.
Download the poster:
Mental Health Kit
The kit includes:
- personal stories
- worship resources
- sermon ideas
- community support services
- checklists to help churches support people with mental health challenges
Dementia
This module will explore some of the basics of dementia in general and pastoral care of older people in relation to dementia.
Download DIY E12 Dementia and Pastoral care
This module is for all congregations and faith communities who are seeking to welcome, include and nurture people who have dementia and those who share their journey. The module includes information, advice and resources to explore in more depth.
Autism in congregation life
This three-part video series was created as part of the Synod’s 2019–2022 Disability Action Plan.
The videos include perspectives from:
- Three autistic people
- Two parents of autistic children
- Two Uniting Church ministers speaking about disability and theology
Each video also includes:
- extra resources
- discussion questions to help start conversations
View the videos and resources
To download the videos for offline viewing, please visit the online video hosted on Vimeo: Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3.
Download the Autism and Congregational Life video questions and resources
Called to be a Church for All (Assembly)
The Assembly’s Transforming Worship Circle made a liturgy. It shows how people with disabilities can feel left out, and how they can be welcomed.
Download Called to be a church for all liturgy
Guidelines for Disability Access 2020 (Assembly)
Practical guidelines to make church buildings and activities accessible.
Download the guidelines
Synod 2021 Bible Studies
Bible study resources that focus on inclusion and accessibility. Download the Bible studies
To Belong I Need to Be Missed Report 2024
A collaborative research project to investigate the experiences of people with disability and faith leaders, from Buddhist, Christian, Jewish and Muslim perspectives.