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SUMMARY:Thinking Theologically About......
DESCRIPTION:This is the fourth of a series of gatherings aimed at expanding opportunities for informal theological conversations amongst UCA ministers. \n  \nOn August 24\, Rev Dr Geoff Thomson will lead us in a conversation exploring the theological culture of the UCA\, and Rev Sandy Brodine will speak on “Curating Intergenerational meaning making: a wondering conversation”\, and explore her ministry with the Common Ground Community \n  \nJudging from our previous gatherings\, this will be an excellent opportunity for lively and stimulating conversation. \n  \nThe gathering will be both face-to-face and online via Zoom. The Zoom details will be sent the night before the event to all who registered to attend online. \n  \nDo come along\, and join us for lunch at Sage and Grace afterwards. \n  \nTo register\, click here \nFor those attending online\, the Zoom link will be sent to you on the night before the session.
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/thinking-theologically-about-3/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fran Barber":MAILTO:fran.barber@victas.uca.org.au
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SUMMARY:Katharine Massam - Release of Ties
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend the conclusion of placement service for Associate Professor Katharine Massam\, Coordinator of Studies: Church History at Pilgrim Theological College. \nKatharine began in this role in 2000\, and now is moving toward other work within the University of Divinity. \nThe evening will begin with light refreshments at 5 pm\, followed by a formal worship service\, 5.30 pm in Yuma Auditorium\, Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville. \n  \nLocation: In person\, Yuma Auditorium at The Centre for Theology and Ministry (Parkville) and online via Zoom. Online participants will receive the Zoom link via email on the morning of the event. \n  \nParking: Due to limited onsite parking\, participants are encouraged to use the paid street parking around the CTM. \n  \nTo register\, click here \n*In person registrations close strictly on Tuesday 15th August\, online registrations close Monday 21st August. Online attendees will receive Zoom details via email on the morning of the event.
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/katharine-massam-release-of-ties/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Duncan Macleod":MAILTO:duncan.macleod@victas.uca.org.au
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SUMMARY:Kairos – Perfect Timing
DESCRIPTION:Exhibition\, Aug 21 – Sept 8\, 2023 \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n  \nArtists Dawn Csutoros\, Akiko Nagino\, Pamela Rataj and Taka Sugawara \nnavigate the spirituality of true focus\, with works that are process oriented\, allowing time to slow down. For these artists\, artmaking becomes an active meditation\, whether through intricate patterns\, or paired down forms. By focusing on surfaces and patterns inspired by nature\, the artists evoke an affinity between living things and deep layers of time. These works echo timelessness\, transition and a sense of time which cannot be measured\, only experienced. \n  \nhttps://www.toorakuc.org.au/kinross-exhibitions \n  \nOpening Event Thurs 24 Aug. 6 – 8 pm\, free. \nArtists in Conversation\, Thurs 31 Aug. 11 am. $10 \nRSVP required. \n  \nExhibition open Mon – Fri 10 am to 3 pm. Also open Sun Aug 27 and Sun Sept 3 \nCafé.603 open 7:30 am – 3:30 pm M-F. Sun 8 am – 2 pm \n  \nKinross Arts Centre \n603 Toorak Road\, Toorak\, Vic 3142 \nT: (03) 9829 0340  |  E: director@kinrossarts.org.au  |  W: kinrossarts.org.au \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/kairos-perfect-timing/
LOCATION:Toorak Uniting Church\, 603 Toorak Road\, Toorak\, Victoria\, 3142\, Australia
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SUMMARY:The Future of Christian Doctrine
DESCRIPTION:“Doctrines are produced over time as social constructions in the terms available in any historical and cultural context and also as a catalyst to social construction. Doctrine is always both the product and producer of social construction\, the shaper and the shaped.” \nChristine Helmer (2014) \n“Believers should certainly learn that to belong to a living tradition is to be forbidden to look to the past too credulously\, seeking unmistakable evidence of indubitable “facts” of doctrine…   [T]he faithful believer is willing to look to the future with the intention of better understanding\, and\, if necessary\, remedying the past. And there is no saying what new configurations of meaning …this may allow to come into being.” \nDavid Bentley Hart (2022) \n  \nTwo-day workshop: Friday August 18th 10am – 4.30pm and Friday September 1st\, 10am – 4.30pm \nLed by Associated Professor Geoff Thompson\, Pilgrim Theological College \n  \nFreed from the shadow cast by dogmatism\, the contemporary study of Christian doctrine is lively\, operating on multiple fronts\, and unpredictable. This workshop will explore doctrines not as impositions but as invitations to explore\, critique\, proclaim and reform. \n  \nDay 1: \n\nOverview of contemporary discussions\, introducing ideas of Willie James Jennings\, Christian Helmer\, Mike Higton\, David Bentley Hart\, Anne M. Carpenter\nDoctrine\, Performance and Queer Theory  (presented by Rev Liam Miller\, PhD student\, Charles Sturt University)\n\nDay 2: \n\nCase Study 1: Unlocking the doctrine of providence from colonial ideologies\n\n\nCase Study 2: Sex\, Gender and the doctrine of imago dei\n\n\nDoctrine\, Theology and Wisdom in the Uniting Church\n\n  \nIn person cost: $80 (incl. morning tea and lunch) \nOnline cost: $30 \nStudent discount: 50% \n  \nTo register\, click here \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/the-future-of-christian-doctrine/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Geoff Thompson":MAILTO:geoff.thompson@pilgrim.edu.au
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SUMMARY:Virginia Lavaki Commissioning
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to the service of worship and celebration to mark the commissioning of Virginia Lavaki\, Younger Generations Multicultural Ministries Coordinator as part of the eLM team \n  \nDate: Friday 11th August 2023 \nTime: 6:30pm (followed by refreshments) \nLocation: In person\, Yuma Auditorium at The Centre for Theology and Ministry (Parkville) and online via Zoom \nParking: Due to limited onsite parking\, participants are encouraged to use the paid street parking around the CTM. \n  \nTo register\, click here \n*In person registrations close strictly on Friday 4th August\, online registrations close Wednesday 9th August. Online attendees will receive Zoom details via email on the morning of the event.
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/virginia-lavaki-commissioning/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nigel Hanscamp":MAILTO:nigel.hanscamp@victas.uca.org.au
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SUMMARY:Transition to Chaplaincy
DESCRIPTION:Chaplaincy – A Very Different Ministry: Transition to Chaplaincy Course \n  \nEverything you wanted to know about chaplaincy but were afraid to ask! \n  \nThis short course is designed for those considering a shift from congregational ministry into chaplaincy\, and for those considering chaplaincy as a lay ministry. All are welcome. \n  \nChaplaincy is very different from congregational placements. In this course we propose to unpack myths and misunderstandings about what it involves\, and offer accurate information to help you discern whether it’s a ministry for you. This intensive won’t teach you how to be a chaplain but it will give you insight into the breadth and depth of this unique calling\, and the variety of contexts and placements where the ministry of chaplaincy happens. \n  \nThis course is for: \n\nCandidates\, lay people\, or those engaged in a period of discernment to consider Chaplaincy as a ministry\nMinisters to plan transitions and/or to consider whether they may be suited to Chaplaincy\nThose in Presbyteries who conduct vitality of call conversations\nMembers of Synod Placements and members of Joint Nominating Committees (JNCs) to evaluate or match people to placements\n\n  \nThis chaplaincy awareness/transition course will be run at The Centre for Theology and Ministry \n  \nDate: Wednesday August 9 and Thursday August 10\, 9.30am – 4pm \nCost: $60 (includes morning tea\, lunch and afternoon tea each day) \n  \nCOURSE BREAKDOWN \nTransition to Chaplaincy Course \ntwo days of learning and reflecting including delicious lunch\, morning and afternoon tea! \nAims of the Course \n\nTo resource ordained ministers transitioning to chaplaincy and those incorporating chaplaincy into an existing ministry/congregation role\nTo enable an effective transition from other forms of ministry and minimise “transition shock”\nTo inform those who are discerning whether Chaplaincy might be a good fit for them\nTo encourage sustainability in Chaplaincy Ministry\n\n  \nDay One – 9 August 2023\, 9.30am-4.00pm \nWelcome and Introductions \nAims of the course \nWhat to expect in chaplaincy roles; what chaplaincy is\, what it isn’t \nLunch \nPrison Chaplaincy\nRev. Craig Madden\, UCA Senior Prison Chaplain\, Synod of Victoria and Tasmania \nPolice Chaplaincy alongside congregational ministry\nRev. Annette in’t Hout\, Senior Police Chaplain \nFraming Chaplaincy Theologically: Being a Uniting Church Chaplain \nClosing questions and reflections from Day 1 \n  \nDay Two – 10 August 2023\, 9.30am-4.00pm \nLeadership and Chaplaincy \nIssues of Accountability \nOngoing Education \nLunch \nHealthcare Chaplaincy and a discernment process\nRev. Isabel Greenall\, Spiritual Care Manager and UCA Chaplain at Barwon Health \nTransitioning from congregational ministry to school chaplaincy\nRev. Judith Watkins\, Chaplain at St Leonards College \nApplying for chaplaincy roles and placements \nSustainability in Chaplaincy \nClosing questions and reflections \n  \nTo register\, click here \nRegistrations close Wednesday 2 August. \n  \nFor Further Information please contact: \nChaplaincy Coordinator Lauren Mosso: lauren.mosso@victas.uca.org.au or \nContinuing Education Coordinator Fran Barber: fran.barber@victas.uca.org.au
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/transition-to-chaplaincy/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fran Barber":MAILTO:fran.barber@victas.uca.org.au
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SUMMARY:Methodists Melbourne and Migration
DESCRIPTION:Uniting Church Historical Society presents: \n  \nMethodists Melbourne and Migration \n  \nEmeritus Prof. Graeme Davison AO talks about Methodists in Melbourne and introduces his new book\, ‘ My Grandfather’s Clock’. \n  \nAttend live or email for a link to: ken.barelli@bigpond.com \n  \nSunday 6 August 2.00pm | Free event \nUniting Church \n132 Keilor Road \nEssendon North \n  \n \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/methodists-melbourne-and-migration/
LOCATION:North Essendon Uniting Church\, 132 Keilor Road\, Essendon North\, Victoria\, 3041\, Australia
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230912T210000
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SUMMARY:Worship and Preaching Online Training 2023 - PREACHING
DESCRIPTION:The world has and is changing and we are seeking new ways of leadership and being in church\, including worship and proclaiming God’s Word. \n  \nJoin us for multiple options of engaging with 6 Worship Units and 6 Preaching Units. \n  \nParticipants can choose their level of input and connection. Have a conversation with your faith community\, congregation or Presbytery about what would would be good for you and them. \n  \nUnits are engaging and creative. Assessment is both theoretical and practical. \n  \nAccess 3 points of training: \n\nOnline delivery across the Synod – 2 hours per week\n\nJoin others in Zoom delivery of Worship and Preaching workshops\, combining a tutorial based on the online units\, and input from a variety of church leaders. \n\nAccess to online Worship and Preaching units\n\nAccess online units written around the Assembly W&P competencies for Lay Preachers and Ministry of Pastor. \n\nLocal assessment\n\nFor those who opt for assessment\, this will occur within their Congregation/Faith Community/Hub or Presbytery. \n  \nTo register\, click here \nRegistrations close on Tuesday 25 July \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/worship-and-preaching-online-training-2023-preaching/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mel Perkins":MAILTO:mel.perkins@victas.uca.org.au
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SUMMARY:For I Was Hungry - book launch
DESCRIPTION:You are warmly invited to join us on Monday 31 July when the Hon. Bronwyn Pike\, Chair of Uniting\, will launch For I Was Hungry: Congregations and Church Agencies in Relationship\, edited by John G. Flett\, Professor of Contextual Theology at Pilgrim Theological College\, University of Divinity. Copies will be available for purchase from Uniting Academic Press. \nThis is a significant book for the on-going life and structure of the Uniting Church and brings together an distinguished team of contributors. \nThe Basis of Union – the foundational document of the Uniting Church in Australia – clearly prioritises the congregation as the ’embodiment of the church’ yet also assumes the need for agencies to carry out the work and mission of the church beyond congregations. When the Basis was being devised\, congregations were strong and vibrant\, the voice of the church carried authority in the community\, senior staff in the church’s agencies – education\, finance\, hospitals and other caring establishments – were assumed to share and promote the faith convictions of the church. \nTimes have changed; and this collection of informed essays explores the consequences of changes in church and society\, the growing dependence of agencies on government funding\, issues of compliance\, competencies\, responsibilities. The key concern of For I was hungry is a division between congregations and agencies – both imposed and perceived – and asks sometimes uncomfortable questions about mission and witness\, ownership and connections\, oversight and responsibility\, secularisation and the serious decline in local membership. \nAll welcome but registration essential for catering please. \nTime: 3.30 – 5.00pm \nDate: Monday 31 July 2023 \nLocation: Yagilaith\, Pilgrim Theological College\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville VIC 3052 and online via Zoom (Zoom link will be emailed at 1pm on the day of the event) \n  \nTo register\, click here
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/for-i-was-hungry-book-launch/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Welcoming and Inclusive: Actions for Churches in response to people with disabilities and health issues
DESCRIPTION:Welcoming and Inclusive: Actions for Churches in response to people with disabilities and mental health issues \n  \nWhen: Saturday 29 July 2023\, 9:15 am – 5 pm \nWhere: Salvation Army Centre\, 1010 Whitehorse Road\, Box Hill or Online \nCost: $40 for Metropolitan participants/ $25 concession and non-Metropolitan participants/ $10 online participants. Catering provided. \nBoth Federal and Victorian Governments have been part of significant reforms in relation to mental health and disability. Most significant has been the introduction of the National Disability Insurance Scheme. However\, despite these reforms\, too many people with disabilities and mental health needs still face abuse\, neglect\, exploitation and discrimination. These issues have been highlighted by numerous Parliamentary inquiries and the Royal Commission into Violence\, Abuse\, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability. \nTheological response to people with disabilities and mental health issues have also shifted\, becoming more aware of the impact of our theology and language on Christian perspectives and responses to disability. Many churches have also made efforts to be welcoming and inclusive. At the same time\, people with disabilities and mental health issues still struggle to find churches that make them feel welcome and fully included. \nThe conference will provide opportunities to explore how congregations can be more welcoming and inclusive of people with disabilities and mental health issues. Together we will also explore the ways in which churches can be part of advocacy for further reforms by governments. \n  \nKey Speakers \n  \n \nRev Dr Andy Calder \nDisability Inclusion Advocate \nUniting Church in Australia\, Synod of Victoria and Tasmania \nAndy has previously held roles as chaplain at Prahran Mission\, and senior chaplain at Epworth HealthCare\, Richmond. \nPrior to ordination in 1995 as a Uniting Church deacon\, Andy worked in a range of community and government contexts in program delivery\, policy development and advocacy with people with disabilities. \nAndy is committed to ensuring people with disabilities are full and equal participants in all activities of the Synod. His PhD explored the spirituality of adults with an intellectual disability. \nAndy is also Director of the Uniting CPE – the John Paver Centre\, a Clinical Pastoral Education provider. \n  \n \nColleen Pearce \nPublic Advocvate \nDr Colleen Pearce has been Victoria’s Public Advocate since September 2007. \nIn this role\, she is the guardian of last resort for adults with disabilities in Victoria. Under legislation\, she is also chair of the Community Visitor boards. \nColleen fearlessly advocates for the human rights and interests of people with a disability and a mental illness\, and is outspoken on the significant issues of abuse\, neglect and exploitation. \nColleen has more than 30 years’ experience managing community and health services in both the government and non-government sectors. \nShe is a board member of Connecting Home\, an organisation established in response to the recommendations arising from the Stolen Generations Taskforce Report. \nColleen is a proud Yuin woman from southern NSW. \n  \n  \nPanellists \n  \n \nMajor Christine Pickens \nMajor Christine Pickens has been a Salvation Army Officer for over 32 years in a variety of ministries in corps and social work. Over the last 16 years\, the focus of her work has been in the Emergency Relief sector and in delivering training. \nChristine is part of Eva Burrows College Vocational Training Stream and delivers a variety of different accredited and non-accredited training programs and is responsible for Positive Lifestyle Program Trainers across Australia. \n  \n  \n \nRev Amanda Nicholas \nComing from her own lived experiences and passion for creating a genuinely educated and meaningful faith encounter\, Amanda is passionate about educating and resourcing individuals and communities of faith in accessible and inclusive liturgies and practices within the dynamics of the Body of Christ seeking to be known as inclusive communities across the expanse of culture\, gender\, sexuality\, neurodiversity and more. \n  \n \nZak Hanyn \nZak is of proud Moroccan descent\, who lives in Naarm and works on the lands of the Wurundjeri people. He has had a long and complex journey of moments of joy and great loss due multiple chronic medical conditions. He has an enduring faith that has sustained him through most of life. \n  \n \nJoanne Gardiner \nDr Joanne Gardiner currently works as a GP at Cohealth Collingwood\, Geelong Head to Health\, and is a Refugee Health Fellow at RMH. \nShe has worked with refugees and asylum seekers since 1995\, and has been involved in teaching GPs and Allied Health about Refugee health\, and has worked in policy and service development to support humanitarian entrants and asylum seekers \n  \n  \nProgram \n9 am Gathering & Registration – Tea and coffee will be provided on arrival \n9:15 am Introduction – Acknowledgement of Country and opening reflection – Rev Sandy Boyce\, Executive Officer\, Victorian Council of Churches and Kelly Skilton\, Younger Generations – Digital and New Communities\, Uniting Church in Australia \n9:30 am Keynote address – Theological reflection on disability and mental health – Rev Dr Andy Calder \n10:30 am Morning Tea \n11 am Keynote Address – What reforms are needed to ensure people with disability and mental health challenges can lead flourishing lives? – Dr Colleen Pearce\, Public Advocate Victoria \n11:30 am Panel Session – What role should the Christian community be playing to welcome and include people with disabilities and mental health issues? \n12:30 pm Lunch \n1:15 pm Workshops – 1st Round \n2:15 pm Workshops – 2nd Round \n3:15 pm Afternoon tea \n3:45 pm Reflection – Discussion on where to next and what participants will do as a result of the conference \n4:45 pm Closing Worship – Kelly Skilton \n5 pm Finish – After conference drinks and nibbles \n  \n  \nWorkshop Options \nPlease list your top three workshop options (in order) when registering. Workshops will be run based on the number of participants\, and will not run if not enough participants register interest. Each workshop will aim to look for a specific way forward in each area. \nThe workshop options are: \n1. Addressing abuse and neglect of people with disability – Progress by the Royal Commission – Natalie Clements\, Social Justice and Policy Coordinator\, Queensland Synod\, Uniting Church in Australia – Online workshop only \n2. Designing a protective systems that works for people with disability and mental health issues – Mark Zirnsak Senior Social Justice Advocate\, Synod of Victoria and Tasmania\, Uniting Church in Australia \n3. Rethinking our theology on disability and mental health – Rev Andy Calder \n4. How can congregations be more inclusive and welcoming of people with disability and mental health issues? – Including examples of congregations that have created welcoming environments – Chelsea Church of Christ\, Mooroolbark Salvation Army Corps\, St Andrews Alphington-Fairfield Uniting Church \n5. Getting Young People out of Residential Aged Care – Dr Di Winkler\, CEO\, The Summer Foundation. The workshop will outline the plan for the Summer Foundation to stop the flow of young people with disability or mental health issues being placed in residential aged care once and for all. \n6. Responding to mental health issues in the criminal justice system \n7. On Captions\, Clarity and Sign: A perspective on speech – Adrian Jackson and Laura Weatherall. Adrian has the lived experience of a hearing loss and navigating this experience in church\, work\, education and social contexts. Adrian is a member of a local Baptist congregation. Laura is both a qualified Primary teacher and an accredited Minister for Churches of Christ. One focus area for Laura has been in the teaching of Auslan. \n8. Neurodiversity Inclusion – Rev Amanda Nicholas \n9. Invisible Illness/The Spoon Theory – Zak Hanyn \n10. From Diagnosis to O.A.M. – A Personal Autism Journey – Daniel Giles O.A.M. and his Dad\, Daryl discuss their journey with Daniel’s autism through their combined lenses of lived experience. \n11. Flexibility and Support\, assisting people with disability to navigate the system – Marina Jacob\, General Manager\, Vine & Branches Disability Services \n  \nTo register\, click here \nPlease register by Monday 10 July. \n  \n  \n  \nIf you have particular access needs or need assistance to register contact: \nAlicia Torres \nCentre for Theology and Ministry \n29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Vic\, 3052 \nPhone (03) 9340 8815 \nEmail: Alicia.Torres@victas.uca.org.au
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/welcoming-and-inclusive-actions-for-churches-in-response-to-people-with-disabilities-and-health-issues/
LOCATION:Salvation Army Box Hill\, 1010 Whitehorse Road\, Box Hill\, Victoria\, 3128\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Zirnsak":MAILTO:mark.zirnsak@victas.uca.org.au
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SUMMARY:2023 Presbytery Ministers Gathering
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to a gathering of Presbytery Ministers from across the Synod of Victoria and Tasmania at the Yarra Valley Estate (https://www.yarravalleyestate.com.au/) on Thursday 13 and Friday 14 July\, 2023. \nThis is a time of listening\, reflecting\, collaborating and acting together as leaders who have common and diverse opportunities and challenges. Learning our diverse contexts and sharing our stories\, we will encourage each other in our ministry of deepening the mission of Christ in our contexts. Opportunities will be available to deepen relationships and connections\, clarify common challenges and opportunities\, and begin work on some ‘next steps’. \nWe will engage together in: \n\nWork streams (with the varied role descriptions\, how can collegial networks for Pastoral Care\, Administration\, Education or Mission still work?)\nTriads (a time for getting to know two others more deeply)\nOpen Space Technology (an opportunity to explore a specific area/s of shared interest\, resource to co-create\, or challenges we would like to explore with others)\n\nOnsite costs (accommodation & food) will be covered by eLM. A draft program is attached\, and updates will be sent to all registrants. \nTo register\, click here \nMore information is available from Nigel Hanscamp (nigel.hanscamp@victas.uca.org.au )
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/2023-presbytery-ministers-gathering/
LOCATION:Yarra Valley Estate\, 2164 Melba Hwy\, Dixons Creek\, Victoria\, 3775\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nigel Hanscamp":MAILTO:nigel.hanscamp@victas.uca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230617T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230617T150000
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SUMMARY:Kinross Open House
DESCRIPTION:Kinross Arts Centre proudly presents…. \n  \nKinross Open House \nSaturday\, June 17. Open 10am – 3pm \nExplore the Manse! \n  \n\nMeet and Greet\n\n  \n\nGuided tour\, 1 pm\n\n  \n\nFeaturing our new Café 603. 9am – 3pm\n\nServing Devonshire Teas and comfort food. For groups call 9829 0341 \nAll are welcome. Please let us know about accessibility requirements. \nPh: (03) 9829 0340.  E: director@kinrossarts.org.au  W: www.kinrossarts.org.au \nIG: @kinross_arts_centre   FB: Kinross Arts \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/kinross-open-house/
LOCATION:Kinross Arts Centre\, 603 Toorak Road\, Toorak\, Victoria\, 3142\, Australia
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230714T150000
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SUMMARY:Kinross Insiders
DESCRIPTION:Kinross Arts Centre \nproudly presents \n  \nKinross Insiders \nJune 13 – July 14. \n10 am – 3 pm\, Mon – Fri \nAn exhibition featuring works by Kinross volunteers and studio artists. \nDelve into the creative world of the Kinross Community. \n  \n  \nFeaturing our new Café 603. 9am – 3pm \nServing Devonshire Teas and comfort food. For groups call 9829 0341 \nAll are welcome. Please let us know about accessibility requirements. \nPh: (03) 9829 0340.  E: director@kinrossarts.org.au  W: www.kinrossarts.org.au \nIG: @kinross_arts_centre   FB: Kinross Arts \n  \n  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/kinross-insiders/
LOCATION:Kinross Arts Centre\, 603 Toorak Road\, Toorak\, Victoria\, 3142\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230608T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230811T123000
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SUMMARY:Connect to your creativity
DESCRIPTION:Art & Wellness Workshops at Kinross Arts Centre \n\nThursday\, June 8.   11am – 12:30 pm\nFriday\, August 11.  11am – 12:30 pm \nHosted by Elissa Parsons\, these workshops combine learning art techniques with art therapy exercises to create authentic art with the colours\, tools and style that reflect your journey. Connect with people and share the process of your work in a nurturing and encouraging environment. Beginner friendly program but also suitable for experienced artists. All materials provided. \n  \nElissa Parsons is a visual artist\, singer\, songwriter and educator with over 20 years’ experience working with beginner to professional creatives. \n​ \nCost: $60 p.p. \nRSVP essential: director@kinrossarts.org.au. Ph: (03) 9829 0340  www.kinrossarts.org.au    IG: @kinross_arts_centre    FB: Kinross Arts
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/connect-to-your-creativity/
LOCATION:Kinross Arts Centre\, 603 Toorak Road\, Toorak\, Victoria\, 3142\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230604T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230604T160000
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SUMMARY:Springtime for hymn singing
DESCRIPTION:Congregational singing blossomed in the 19th century \n  \nJoin in singing at Auburn Uniting Church \nIntroduced by Rev Dr D’Arcy Wood \nPianist Bruce Macrae and guest choir \nAttend live or email for a link to ken.barelli@bigpond.com \n81 Oxley Road\, Hawthorn \nSunday 4 June 2.00pm I Free event – all welcome \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/springtime-for-hymn-singing/
LOCATION:Auburn Uniting Church\, 81 Oxley Road\, Hawthorn\, Victoria\, 3122\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230602T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230604T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074715
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SUMMARY:OmegaCon 2023
DESCRIPTION:OmegaCon is a convention dedicated to exploring who we are in this world and beyond. International TableTop day is June 3\, and so we have curated a weekend of community and gaming for you to get involved with. \n  \nThe weekend will be taking place across two locations in Geelong\, VIC:\nSt. David’s Uniting Church\, Newtown and The Geelong Library\, Geelong. \n  \nA full program to come\, but what should you expect across the weekend?\n. GMs facilitating an array of new and classic games (including opportunity for D&D One Shot).\n. Games library for free play.\n. Stalls to explore.\n. Painting Zone (so bring your miniatures).\n. D&D live session.\n. Faith for Geeks sessions\, including a Global Network for Digital Theology conference watch party.\n. …so much more! \nIf you are interstate\, there will be opportunities to stream in across the weekend. \nRegistration table open on Friday\, 4pm with OmegaCon Launch at 7:00pm.\nWe will be finishing up on Sunday at 5:00pm. \nNote: All children must be accompanied by a paying parent/guardian throughout the duration of the convention. \n  \nIf you are in need of assistance finding accommodation options in Geelong for the weekend\, get in touch and we can point you in the right directions. \n  \nTo register\, click here \n  \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/omegacon-2023/
LOCATION:Geelong\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly Skilton":MAILTO:kelly.skilton@victas.uca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230525T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230525T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074715
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SUMMARY:Thinking theologically about.....
DESCRIPTION:This is the third of a series of gatherings aimed at expanding opportunities for informal theological conversations amongst UCA ministers. \nOn May 25 we will hear from Rev Emily Hayes\, minister at John Flynn Memorial UCA in Alice Springs\, about John Flynn’s engagement with indigenous peoples \nJudging from our previous gatherings\, this will be an excellent opportunity for lively and stimulating conversation. \nThe gathering will be both face-to-face and online via Zoom. The Zoom details will be sent the night before the event to all who registered to attend online. \nDo come along\, and join us for lunch at Sage and Grace afterwards. \n  \nTo register\, click here
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/thinking-theologically-about-2/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fran Barber":MAILTO:fran.barber@victas.uca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230518T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230518T183000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074715
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SUMMARY:Douglas and Whitaker - Book launch
DESCRIPTION:You are warmly invited to join us for a joint book launch for Jesus Sophia: Returning to Woman Wisdom in the Bible\, Practice\, and Prayer by Sally Douglas and Even the DevilQuotes Scripture: Reading the Bible on Its Own Terms by Robyn Whitaker. \n  \nAssociate Professor Monica Melanchthon will launch Jesus Sophia: Returning to Woman Wisdom in the Bible\, Practice\, and Prayer by Sally Douglas. \n \nJesus Sophia explores the overlapping theological themes that Jesus and Sophia share within the bible. Questions about biblical interpretation\, theology\, and faithful practice are investigated in relation to themes including divine hospitality\, friendship\, anger\, and care for the earth. \n“With deftness\, honesty\, and tenderness\, and with the clarity and depth of a scholar\, Sally Douglas invites us to discover and experience for ourselves the ancient\, neglected traditions of Jesus Sophia. In this engaging book\, she guides the reader to welcome Woman Wisdom into the language of their soul and to find new ways of participating in the divine life of Holy Wisdom.” \n—Vicky Balabanski\, Principal\, Uniting College for Leadership & Theology \n“I was comforted\, unsettled\, challenged\, and sustained by this beautifully written and well-researched book. I was drawn into prayer\, reflected on how Jesus as Woman Wisdom guides how I live\, and found myself reaching for my Bible to read it with new eyes. This book will nourish the curious and committed alike\, inviting all to gather at the table of Jesus the meal-maker and find life.” \n—Sharon Hollis\, President\, Uniting Church in Australia \nhttps://wipfandstock.com/9781666735796/jesus-sophia/ \n  \nProfessor Peter Sherlock will launch Even the Devil Quotes Scripture: Reading the Bible on Its Own Terms by Robyn Whitaker. \n \nEven the Devil Quotes Scripture looks to the Bible as a guide to interpreting the Bible\, and her findings breathe new life into our understanding and use of Scripture. Ultimately\, Whitaker proposes a hermeneutic of love—a litmus test for the validity of a scriptural interpretation measured in charity. \n“Whitaker’s lucid and highly personal book urges the read to let the Bible be what it is rather than force it into preconceived categories and to keep in mind that the goal of interpretation is love. This engaging book should be read by any student embarking on the study of the Bible\, especially those who come from a conservative background and are anxious about the effects of critical scholarship.” \n—John J. Collins\, Professor of Hebrew Bible\, Yale University \n“This unique book integrates Whitaker’s impressive academic expertise with everyday matters of faith and applies both to reading the Bible and to discerning how God continues to speak to God’s people through this living\, dynamic sacred text. Whitaker challenges the ways the Bible is used to condemn and exclude and advocates replacing such use with a hermeneutic of love\, inviting readers deeper into conversation with God and following the example of Jesus. This book is a gift and excellent resource for the academy\, the church\, and\, in Whitaker’s words\, ‘those hovering around her edges’.” \n—Jenn Strawbridge\, Associate Professor of NT\, Oxford University \nhttps://www.eerdmans.com/Products/8203/even-the-devil-quotes-scripture.aspx \n  \n**We look forward to seeing you at the book launch on Thursday 18th  May. Sally and Robyn will both have a few copies of their books for sale at $30 each. Please bring cash if you would like to purchase a book. \n  \nDate: Thursday 18 May \nTime: 5.00pm – 6.30pm \nLocation: Centre for Theology and Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville VIC 3052 \nCost: Free \n  \nTo register\, click here \nRegistrations close Monday 15 May \n  \n \n \n  \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/douglas-and-whitaker-book-launch/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Robyn Whittaker":MAILTO:robyn.whittaker@pilgrim.edu.au
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230518T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074715
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SUMMARY:**CANCELLED: Fundamentals of Transitional Ministry: The work of the leader
DESCRIPTION:**This course has been cancelled. \n  \nThis is a three-day program designed to give you an introduction to the key concepts and practices of ministering with congregations and agencies in times of transition )isn’t that most churches\, especially since the upheavals brought by the covid pandemic? How do we help communities navigate uncertainty and change?). While FTM part 1 is a standalone program\, it is also the first phase of training that leads to being qualified an an Intentional Interim Minister. Thus\, it is useful for anyone in lay or ordained ministry who is dealing with change\, transition and new opportunities\, and also for those exploring a call to Intentional Interim Ministry. \n  \nThe FTM will be lead by Rev Fran Barber (Continuing Education Coordinator) at the Centre for Thelogy and Ministry\, Melbourne. \n  \nWhen: Tues-Thurs 16-18 May\, 9.30am-5pm (morning tea\, lunch and afternoon tea included) \nCost: $300 metro\, $260 non metro \nWhere: Centre for Theology and Ministry; 29 College Crescent\, Parkville VIC 3052 \n  \nTo register\, click here \nRegistrations close 9 May 2022 \n  \n**Refunds will be given for withdrawal more than two weeks before the event\, less $25 administration fee. Less than two weeks\, the refund will be 50% of the registrations cost. Less than three days before the event there will be no refund.
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/fundamentals-of-transitional-ministry-the-work-of-the-leader/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fran Barber":MAILTO:fran.barber@victas.uca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230508T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230526T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074715
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SUMMARY:Lamentations. On Sorrow and Solace.
DESCRIPTION:Anne Riggs \nExhibition \nLamentations.  On Sorrow and Solace. \nMay 8 – May 26\, 2023 \n  \nWith her arts practice focussed on utilising the arts in recovery and wellbeing\, in this exhibition Anne Riggs explores the artist’s role in responding to the most profound human experiences\, providing a creative space to express and share feelings of loss\, grief\, wonder and joy. \n  \n  \nWorkshop: Creating in Solace \n  \nThursday\, May 18\, 11 am – 12.30 pm \nThis interactive art workshop will give attendees a safe\, creative space to come and sit with their experience and make art through guided exercises. This is an opportunity to explore mindfulness\, connect with others and manifest your journey into material art. \n$20\, or free for financial hardship. RSVP required. \n  \n  \n  \nArtist’s Talk: Monday May 22\, 11 am. $20.  RSVP requested. \n  \nArtist Anne Riggs deliberates on her exhibition “Lamentations. On Sorrow and Solace.” She examines the important role of art in soothing and strengthening\, and how it is particularly meaningful in times of grief\, loss and during life’s most profound transitions\, offering pathways to hope. \n  \n  \nKinross Arts Centre \n603 Toorak Road\, Toorak\, Vic 3142 (rear of Toorak Uniting Church) T: (03) 9829 0340 \nH Mon – Fri 10.00 am to 3:00 pm | E director@kinrossarts.org.au \nwww.kinrossarts.org.au \n  \n \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/lamentations-on-sorrow-and-solace/
LOCATION:Toorak Uniting Church\, 603 Toorak Road\, Toorak\, Victoria\, 3142\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230502T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230613T210000
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SUMMARY:Worship and Preaching Online Training 2023 - WORSHIP
DESCRIPTION:The world has and is changing and we are seeking new ways of leadership and being in church\, including worship and proclaiming God’s Word. \n  \nJoin us for multiple options of engaging with 6 Worship Units and 6 Preaching Units. \n  \nParticipants can choose their level of input and connection. Have a conversation with your faith community\, congregation or Presbytery about what would would be good for you and them. \n  \nUnits are engaging and creative. Assessment is both theoretical and practical. \n  \nAccess 3 points of training: \n\nOnline delivery across the Synod – 2 hours per week\n\nJoin others in Zoom delivery of Worship and Preaching workshops\, combining a tutorial based on the online units\, and input from a variety of church leaders. \n\nAccess to online Worship and Preaching units\n\nAccess online units written around the Assembly W&P competencies for Lay Preachers and Ministry of Pastor. \n\nLocal assessment\n\nFor those who opt for assessment\, this will occur within their Congregation/Faith Community/Hub or Presbytery. \n  \nTo register\, click here \nRegistrations close on Tuesday 25 April \n  \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/worship-and-preaching-online-training-2023-worship/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mel Perkins":MAILTO:mel.perkins@victas.uca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230416T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230416T163000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074715
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SUMMARY:The Roaring Twenties Fundraising Concert
DESCRIPTION:Have a roaring good time while supporting a great cause. This fundraising event celebrates the glory of the 1920s\, and assists in the efforts of Uniting AgeWell’s Music for David Program* and Kinross Arts Centre. \nFeaturing music and readings which evoke the multifaceted moods of the 1920s in the USA\, England\, Germany and Australia\, refreshments will be served following the concert. \n  \nWhen: April 16 2pm-4.30pm \nCost: General admission $25\, Concession $20 \nWhere: Toorak Uniting Church\, 603 Toorak Rd\, Toorak. With limited parking available onsite\, it is preferred people park in neighbouring streets. \n  \nEnquiries: 0429 907 908 or (03) 9829 0340 \nBook Here: Roaring Twenties \nTickets will also be available at the door. \n  \n*The Music For David program supports people who are living with dementia and gives temporary respite to their carers. \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/the-roaring-twenties-fundraising-concert/
LOCATION:Toorak Uniting Church\, 603 Toorak Road\, Toorak\, Victoria\, 3142\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230330T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230622T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074715
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SUMMARY:Understanding the UCA
DESCRIPTION:An eLM unit for wishing to understand more about the Uniting Church \n– and for those needing to meet the Core Competency “Work within the doctrine\, ethos and polity of the Uniting Church” for Ministry of Pastor roles and Ministry of Lay Preacher \n  \n\nan online self-directed study unit with assessment and 4 group tutorials\noffered by Equipping Leadership for Mission (eLM)\nbeginning on 30 March 2023\, participants will have 4 months to undertake the study\nall group tutorials and assessment are compulsory for those who are undertaking the unit for competency reasons\nthose who successfully complete the unit (including tutorials and assessment) will receive a Certificate of Satisfactory Completion\nCost $40\n\n  \nTutorial dates (all Zoom): \nIntroduction and Assessment – Thursday\, 30 March\, 6:30-8:30pm \nHistory and Theology of the UCA – Thursday\, 27 April\, 6:30-8:30pm \nLife and Witness\, Councils and Ministries – Thursday\, 18 May\, 6:30-8:30pm \nWalking with First People\, Intercultural relatedness – Thursday\, 22 June\, 6:30-8:30pm \n  \nTo register\, click here \nRegistrations close strictly on Friday 25th March. \nFor further information contact: \nMel Perkins\nLay Leadership Development Coordinator\nmel.perkins@victas.uca.org.au \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/understanding-the-uca-3/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mel Perkins":MAILTO:mel.perkins@victas.uca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230321T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230321T183000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074715
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T040826Z
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SUMMARY:Chris Barnett's Release of Ties
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a thanks\, farewell and release of ties for Chris Barnett\, followed by refreshments for those attending in person. \n  \nDate: Tuesday 21 March\, 2023 \nTime: 4.00pm \nLocation: Centre for Theology and Ministry\, 29 College Crescent Parkville and online (Zoom details will be sent on the morning of the event) \nCost: Free \n  \nTo register\, click here \nIn person registrations close Wednesday 15 March. \n  \n**Please note there will be no parking available onsite on the day. Should you require information on alternative parking options\, please feel free to contact Reception on 9340 8800. \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/chris-barnetts-release-of-ties/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nigel Hanscamp":MAILTO:nigel.hanscamp@victas.uca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230318T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230318T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074715
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SUMMARY:Tongan Faiva Performance
DESCRIPTION:A Celebration of Song\, Dance and Spirituality \n  \nSaturday\, March 18.   4 – 6 pm. \n  \nAt Toorak Uniting Church Hall. \n  \n  \nJoin us for of an evening of artistic cultural sharing through Pacific Island traditional and religious expression. Canterbury Balwyn Road Uniting Church presents this event as a way of witnessing and experiencing the gifts and talents of the Tongan culture – a day of intercultural sharing and connection through fellow churches. \n  \nYou will be moved by the mesmerising harmonies of the choir\, graceful cultural dances exploring themes related to Tongan history\, values\, legends\, and social structure. This uplifting performance is a celebration of spirituality and intergenerational unity\, blending vocal and instrumental polyphony\, choreography and oratory. \n  \nAn event not to be missed! Spots are limited. \n  \nTickets $20 p.p.  Light refreshments served. \n  \nBook Here: https://www.toorakuc.org.au/events-at-kinross \n  \nwww.kinrossarts.org.au \n  \nEmail: director@kinrossarts.org.au    Ph: (03) 9829 0340 \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/tongan-faiva-performance/
LOCATION:Toorak Uniting Church\, 603 Toorak Road\, Toorak\, Victoria\, 3142\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230309T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230309T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074715
CREATED:20230123T012631Z
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SUMMARY:Northey Lecture: Death and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Death and Beyond: How to Talk Eschatology \n  \nHow 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 metaphors\, Greg Carey explores the ways the Christian tradition speaks about human history and hope. \nProfessor Greg Carey is Professor of New Testament at Lancaster Seminary\, Pennsylvania\, where he teaches New Testament and contextual biblical studies. He is author of ten books including his most recent one\, Death\, the End of History\, and Beyond: Eschatology in the Bible. \nGreg is a lay preacher in the United Church of Christ and regularly writes for popular audiences on the intersection of biblical studies and contemporary Christianity and politics. He has appeared on the BBC\, PBS\, Huffington Post\, Christian Century and other media outlets. \n  \nWhen: 7.30 – 9pm Thursday 9th March 2023 (Drinks served from 7pm) \nWhere: Pilgrim Theological College (29 College Crescent\, Parkville VIC) or online \nCost: Free \n  \nTo register\, click here \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/northey-lecture-death-and-beyond/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Robyn Whittaker":MAILTO:robyn.whittaker@pilgrim.edu.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230307T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230307T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074715
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SUMMARY:eLM Induction and Commissioning Service
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nThe service will be for the induction of: \n\nRev Duncan Macleod as Executive Officer\, equipping Leadership for Mission\nRev Lauren Mosso as Chaplaincy Coordinator\n\n  \nAnd the commissioning of: \n\nKelly Skilton into Younger Generations – Digital and New Communities\nJulie Perrin as Royal Melbourne Hospital Chaplain\nSiobhan O’Shaughnessy as Prison Chaplain (Loddon Prison Precinct\, Tarrengower Prison and the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre)\n\n  \nDate: Tuesday 7th March 2023 \nTime: 4:30pm (followed by refreshments at approximately 5:30pm) \nLocation: In person\, Yuma Auditorium at The Centre for Theology and Ministry (Parkville) and online via Zoom \n  \nTo register\, click here \n*In person registrations close strictly on Monday 27th February\, online registrations close Monday 6th March. Online attendees will receive Zoom details via email on the morning of the event. \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/elm-induction-and-commissioning-service/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adrian Pyle":MAILTO:adrian.pyle@victas.uca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230224T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230224T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074715
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T040028Z
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SUMMARY:The ABCs of Theological Study
DESCRIPTION: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 Divinity students are welcome. \n  \nCost: This is a free event. BYO lunch or purchase from the onsite café. Snacks will be provided. \nWhat to bring: Notepad\, pens\, and a laptop or tablet (if possible) \nContact: Kerrie Handasyde: kerrie.handasyde@pilgrim.edu.au \n  \nTo register\, click here \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/the-abcs-of-theological-study/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kerrie Handasyde":MAILTO:kerrie.handasyde@pilgrim.edu.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230216T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230216T123000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074715
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SUMMARY:Thinking theologically about...
DESCRIPTION:This is the third of a series of gatherings aimed at expanding opportunities for informal theological conversations amongst UCA ministers. \nOn this occasion Rev Dr Apwee Ting will kick off a conversation about CALD Communities’ understandings of ecclesiology\, referring particularly to differences between first and second generation migrant experiences of church. Our second conversation prompt for this session is tbc. \nJudging from our previous gatherings\, this will be an excellent opportunity for lively and stimulating conversation. \nThe gathering will be both face-to-face and online via Zoom. The Zoom details will be sent the night before the event to all who registered to attend online. \nDo come along\, and join us for lunch at Sage and Grace afterwards. \n  \nTo register\, click here
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/thinking-theologically-about/
LOCATION:Centre for Theology & Ministry\, 29 College Crescent\, Parkville\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fran Barber":MAILTO:fran.barber@victas.uca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230215T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230215T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074715
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SUMMARY:Reflective Practice for Intercultural Ministry
DESCRIPTION:Understanding the cultures of those we serve requires more than words and good intentions. \nThe journey towards cultural competence requires the willingness to learn from ones experiences and act. \nThere is much that Ministry leaders need to learn about those whom we serve. Understanding the culture and history of the people especially of those who do not belong to your culture is essential to minister to them. One of the most valuable skills we can have is cultural competence-the ability to work across cultures in a way that acknowledges and respects the culture of the person being served. People bring with them both their theologically formed faith and their culturally formed faith practices and piety. \nThis workshop seeks to offer resources in reflective practice for those wanting to minister cross culturally and inter culturally. \n  \nTo register\, click here \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/reflective-practice-for-intercultural-ministry/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dev Anandarajan":MAILTO:Devanandan.Anandarajan@victas.uca.org.au
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