Professor Emeritus, Old Testament/Hebrew Bible and African Biblical Hermeneutics in the School of Religion, Philosophy, and Classics, University of KwaZulu-Natal, and Fellow, University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa   ‘Contextual Bible Study’ is a particular form of liberatory social praxis developed…

Preaching and Theology workshop – with Rev Dr Geoff Thompson & Rev Rachel Kronberger   In this workshop, Geoff and Rachel will explore the connections between Preaching and Theology.   When: 6 August Time: 1:30pm-4:30pm Where: Zoom (link will be sent on the…

This year FTM C is being delivered in a combination of online and in person formats. You must participate in all 4 days to record satisfactory attendance:   August 9th - 9.30-4.30pm - online August 16th - 9.30-4.30pm - online…

The idea of this gathering emerged from some informal musings amongst UCA ministers about expanding the opportunities for theological conversations. It is hoped that this will be the first of several similar events. On this occasion, the theme will be…

How visual mediums inform and converse with written Scripture.   In this workshop, Sandy will invite participants to explore how visual mediums can be used in, and enhance, worship and preaching. Participants will have opportunities to work with images and…

Engaging in pastoral care can be a scary place – for both the one being cared for and the carer! Many carers experience fear in pastoral encounters, with some thinking they are the only ones who do so. Come along…

**IMPORTANT NOTICE: It is with regret that this event has been postponed until 2023. Information on new dates will be released next year.     Welcoming and Inclusive: Actions for Churches in response to people with disabilities and mental health…

‘The Synod Intercultural Forum is a forum for members of the Uniting Church interested and committed to the enhancement of the intercultural reality of the UCA. Each year the Forum organises retreats, seminars and meetings to promote, support, educate, and…

Pilgrim Valedictory and End of Year Service   Date: Thursday 27th October 2022 at 5.00 p.m. (Followed by refreshments) Location: Yuma Auditorium at the Centre for Theology and Ministry, 29 College Crescent Parkville 3052 Preacher: Revd Duncan Macleod RSVP: Thursday…

This is the second of a series of gatherings aimed at expanding opportunities for informal theological conversations amongst UCA ministers. On this occasion there will be two themes. Rev Brendan Byrne will kick of a conversation about work. Rev Fran…

Children & Families Ministry: core issues in diverse contexts Dates: 15-17, 20-22 February 2023 Especially suitable for church based,  community based and para-church expressions of ministry ▪ Explore theological and biblical resources for contextual children and families ministries ▪ Develop…

Understanding the cultures of those we serve requires more than words and good intentions. The journey towards cultural competence requires the willingness to learn from ones experiences and act. There is much that Ministry leaders need to learn about those…

This is the third of a series of gatherings aimed at expanding opportunities for informal theological conversations amongst UCA ministers. On this occasion Rev Dr Apwee Ting will kick off a conversation about CALD Communities’ understandings of ecclesiology, referring particularly…

Join us for an interactive day designed to introduce and orient you to academic theological study. Meet new students and faculty, explore the library, learn new skills, and set yourself up for a successful year of study. All University of…

You are invited to the service of worship and celebration to mark a number of inductions and commissioning of new members of the eLM team.   The service will be for the induction of: Rev Duncan Macleod as Executive Officer,…

Death and Beyond: How to Talk Eschatology   How do we preach and talk about the end? How does our understanding of the end shape our view of the present? Through careful exploration of the Bible’s multiple eschatological traditions and…

A Celebration of Song, Dance and Spirituality   Saturday, March 18.   4 – 6 pm.   At Toorak Uniting Church Hall.     Join us for of an evening of artistic cultural sharing through Pacific Island traditional and religious expression. Canterbury…

Please join us for a thanks, farewell and release of ties for Chris Barnett, followed by refreshments for those attending in person.   Date: Tuesday 21 March, 2023 Time: 4.00pm Location: Centre for Theology and Ministry, 29 College Crescent Parkville…