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SUMMARY:Understanding the UCA
DESCRIPTION:This unit is designed for those interested in learning more about the identity\, history\, and life of the Uniting Church in Australia (UCA). It explores our historical formation\, theological foundations\, and the Basis of Union\, as well as the Church’s life\, witness\, and governance structures within its councils and ministries. \nParticipants will also engage with the UCA’s commitment to First Nations peoples and intercultural ministry through integrated learning and an optional Enrichment Day (available via separate registration). \nThis unit is particularly suitable for individuals undertaking Specified Lay Ministries programs—such as Lay Preacher and Ministry of Pastor—as it addresses the Assembly Standards core competency: “Work within the doctrine\, ethos\, and polity of the Uniting Church.” It also serves as a valuable introduction for ministers new to the UCA. \n  \nTo register\, click here \nRegistrations close strictly on Friday 17 July 2026
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/understanding-the-uca-8/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Exploring the Old Testament (ULVT4)
DESCRIPTION:This Uniting Learning unit is an invitation to participants to deepen their response to and faith in God as Trinity. The Old Testament describes God and how God acts in history and creation. Major themes that impact on Christianity find their beginning in the words of the Old Testament scripture. The unit is closely integrated with the study of the life of Israel as a community of faith as well as historical and contemporary scholarship. \n  \nDates: Wednesday 5\, 12\, 19\, 26 August; 16\, 23\, 30 September; 7 October \n  \nTo register\, click here \n  \nRegistrations close strictly on Monday 27th July
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/exploring-the-old-testament-ulvt4/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:National Lay Preachers Conference
DESCRIPTION:Event description\n\nFriday 4 September to Sunday 6 September \nThe Victoria Tasmania Lay Preachers Association is hosting this conference focused on the Assembly theme\, Threads of Love: Weaving Christ’s love across cultures and boundaries.
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/national-lay-preachers-conference/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Public
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SUMMARY:2026 Feast of Faith
DESCRIPTION:FEAST OF FAITH 2026\nTheme: Come\, Taste and See\n“Taste and see that the Lord is good.” – Psalm 34:8 \n  \nFeast of Faith is a retreat for second-generation young adults and emerging leaders from intercultural communities across the Uniting Church. \n  \nThis weekend is an opportunity to step away from the busyness of everyday life and spend time growing in faith\, building meaningful connections\, and exploring God’s call on your life. Through worship\, Bible reflection\, prayer\, discussions\, and leadership development\, participants will be encouraged to deepen their relationship with God and learn from one another’s experiences. \n  \nThe theme Come\, Taste and See reminds us that faith is more than knowledge—it is an invitation to experience God’s goodness for ourselves. Together\, we will explore what it means to follow Jesus\, live out our faith\, and serve our churches and communities with confidence and purpose. \n  \nFeast of Faith is a space where emerging leaders can be enriched\, empowered\, and equipped to grow as disciples of Christ and contribute to the life and future of our intercultural church. \n  \nWhether you are already serving in leadership or simply looking to deepen your faith\, this retreat offers a welcoming community where you can reflect\, connect\, learn\, and be renewed. \n  \nCome hungry for more of God. Leave encouraged\, equipped\, and inspired. \n  \nTo register\, click here \n  \n**For those who want to register however do not have access to a credit card and require an invoice\, please contact Alicia (alicia.torres@victas.uca.org.au). Please note\, any invoice sent must be paid prior to the event. Failure to do this will unfortunately result in not being able to attend the event. \n 
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/2026-feast-of-faith/
LOCATION:Peninsula Outdoors (Merricks)\, Frankston - Flinders Road\, Merricks\, VIC\, 3916\, Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Lavaki":MAILTO:virginia.lavaki@victas.uca.org.au
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SUMMARY:Exploring Worship in the UCA
DESCRIPTION:This Uniting Learning unit introduces participants to an understanding of worship and its biblical and theological warrant\, patterns of worship in the church and in the Reformed and evangelical tradition (Uniting Church). Participants will look at elements of worship in constructing a service\, exploring and choosing resources for worship (Uniting in Worship 2\, video\, book and online resources). The unit includes approaches and contexts for worship including multi-sensory and multi-intelligence\, communicating effectively\, and ethics and knowing yourself as a worship leader. \nTo register\, click here \nRegistrations close strictly on Monday 19th October
URL:https://victas.uca.org.au/event/exploring-worship-in-the-uca-2/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Amanda Nicholas":MAILTO:amanda.nicholas@victas.uca.org.au
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