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President 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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Ellaine’s soothing song just the balm we need
Ellaine Downie has written a song which she hopes will bring people to a “quiet place to rest and pray for comfort”.
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Moderator says support one another and remember God is with us
Moderator Rev Denise Liersch asks us to think of Peter’s words as we struggle with the isolating and stressful effects of COVID-19.
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Holy Communion temporary arrangements
The Assembly Standing Committee has approved temporary guidelines for congregations and faith communities to celebrate Holy Communion as part of online worship.
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Guidelines for Safe Digital Ministry UPDATED
The following resources are prepared for ministry agents and volunteers to ensure digital ministry remains a safe experience for all people, including the most vulnerable.
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Why you should ignore all that productivity pressure
Aisha Ahmad says we should “make ample room to allow for a mental adjustment” during this time of social distancing. “Given time, your brain will reset to new conditions, and your ability to do higher-level work will resume.”
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Letter from Moderator and General Secretary
Moderator Denise Liersch and General Secretary Mark Lawrence explain what the COVID-19 restrictions mean for church life – everything from weddings and funerals to use of church halls.
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Coping with COVID-19: Rev Cameron McAdam
Rev Cameron McAdam says there was an unexpected delight from his church’s first live streamed service.
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Coping with COVID-19: Rev Claire Dawe
Manningham UC minister Claire Dawe speaks about how COVID-19 has affected her church and how they are worshipping online.
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Letter from Moderator and General Secretary
Moderator Denise Liersch and General Secretary Mark Lawrence respond to the National Cabinet’s announcement that places of worship are to be temporarily closed.
