People & Opinion
Apology lit a fire for Laura
Prime Minister Kevin Rudd’s 2008 apology to the Stolen Generations proved to be a pivotal moment for Australian National University Associate Professor Laura Rademaker, who presented the first Northey Lecture for 2026 in late February.
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Update on Faithful Futures
In his regular Crosslight magazine column, Moderator Rev David Fotheringham provides an update on the Faithful Futures Project.
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On this day a King was born
The story of the birth of Jesus lies at the heart of Christianity. Uniting Church leaders explain what it is that makes the Son of God’s birth such a compelling and inspiring narrative.
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Interim Pilgrim appointment
Rev Dr Philip Hughes will take on the role as Acting Head of College at Pilgrim Theological College on a part-time basis in 2025.
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A way forward without hope
Embracing hopelessness is now the only way forward towards a more just world, argues theologian and academic Miguel De La Torre.
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Faithful servant of Christ
Ivan Badcock’s 55-year contribution as a lay preacher throughout Tasmania was recognised recently by Westbury Uniting Church. Ivan reflects on what has been a wonderful and fulfilling journey of faith and community service.
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Kylie Crabbe to lead college
Rev Associate Professor Kylie Crabbe has been appointed Head of College at Pilgrim Theological College, and will commence in the role in January 2026.
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Home to a big heart
Tasmania’s current Senior Australian of the Year, Rev Jim Colville, started an organisation more than 50 years ago that provides housing assistance, and so much more, to young Tasmanians.
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CRISP response changes lives
Uniting Church members from three regional areas of Victoria have opened their hearts to give refugees a shot at a new life in Australia.
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Grace and the power of words
Nineteen words are the inspiration behind theologian, author and public speaker Grace Ji-Sun Kim’s efforts to dismantle injustice, in its many forms, around the world.
