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Long wait ends with light
A wait of over 17 years ended in February when Ormond Uniting Church celebrated the unveiling of its rebuilt church. Special guest, President Rev Charissa Suli, reflects on why it was such a special day.
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Speakers give peace a voice
Palestinian and Israeli Jewish peace-builders, Riman Barakat and Peta Jones Pellach, are members of peace organisations striving for a non-violent resolution to the conflict in the Middle East.
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Friends unite in faith
Former ‘Catholic Advocate’ managing editor Peter Lalor Philp writes about the wonderful connection around faith he has forged with Fish Creek Uniting Church minister Rev Jim Murray.
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Messy Church means business
Rev Sandy Brodine outlines some of the highlights of the international Messy Church Conference 2025 and the reasons why Messy Church continues to thrive around the world.
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Pilgrim builds strong reputation
As Pilgrim Theological College marks its 10th anniversary, Acting Head of College Philip Hughes outlines the important role the college plays in research.
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Non-violence and change
Non-violent resistance movements are far more likely to succeed than those that rely on killing, writes Senior Social Justice Advocate Mark Zirnsak.
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Real change within reach
Next week’s Economic Reform Roundtable in Canberra represents a real opportunity to address systemic issues of inequality in Australia, says Synod Senior Social Justice Advocate Mark Zirnsak.
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Where there’s a Will there’s a way
A Uniting Church scholarship has allowed two Ormond College students to travel to Indonesia as part of a medical placement.
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In his father’s footsteps
Rev Salesi Faupula will be installed as Moderator of Victoria and Tasmania on August 30, and his late father Haloti will be with him in spirit every step of the way.
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David signs off, with thanks
Rev David Fotheringham, who will finish his term as Moderator at the end of August, reflects on his three years in the role, and some of the joys and challenges involved.
