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Acknowledgement of Country

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners and custodians of the land on which we live, work, gather and worship, and we pay our respects to their elders past and present. We acknowledge that the Church throughout this Synod meets on land for which First Peoples have ongoing spiritual sovereignty and custodianship, and we commit ourselves to respecting Country and to working for a more just future together. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people should be aware this website may contain images, voices and/or videos of deceased people.

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‘As the Church believes God guided it into union, so it believes that God is calling it to continually seek a renewal of its life as a community of First Peoples and of Second Peoples from many lands.’

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Bequests

Bequests are critical to the work we do, helping us with education, social justice, community support and continuing our faith and mission.  After providing for your family, a bequest is a special way of ensuring the mission of the Church is sustained.

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Money For Mission

Congregations are invited to consider a way to generate ongoing income streams to fund their mission and also resource the wider Church’s missional endeavours.

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Intercultural Communities

The connection between people of different backgrounds enriches us. We have 22 Culturally and Linguistically Diverse congregations and worship in 14 languages other than English.

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Associated Schools

Our associated schools educate a combined 14,400 students. They provide a learning community that offers young people spiritual, intellectual, emotional and physical growth, and reverence for the environment.

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Disability Inclusion

We are committed to ensuring people with disabilities are equal participants in all of our activities. We work with individuals, congregations and presbyteries, and a range of organisations beyond the Synod.

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Social Justice

Our Justice and International Mission unit works with congregations and social justice networks to shift and shape public policy towards a fair and just world. It provides regular opportunities for you to be an active voice for justice in the wider community.

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U Ethical

We are an ethical funds manager which grants most of its operating surplus to social justice advocacy and community programs. Formerly known as UCA Funds Management, U Ethical is an autonomous social enterprise of the UCA.

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Uniting AgeWell

Our specialised aged care services include residential care, home care, allied health and therapy services, carer support and respite services, social support, transitional care and independent retirement living.

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Safe Church

We are committed to providing safe environments where children are cared for, respected, nurtured and sustained. We have zero tolerance of all forms of child abuse and will do all in our power to safeguard children from it.

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Pilgrim Theological College

We offer the highest standards of scholarship in theology, philosophy and ministry. It is one of many colleges that form part of the University of Divinity in the Australian cities of Melbourne, Adelaide and Sydney.

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Uniting

Our community services organisation works across Victoria and Tasmania, partnering with people to build their capacity and confidence so they can look forward to a brighter, healthier and happier future.

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Younger Generations

We assist young people form and develop their faith and have a positive impact on their community. We do this by consulting, advocating, resourcing and training leaders, congregations and presbyteries.

News

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Pilgrim students complete studies

Nov 11, 2024

Pilgrim Theological College said goodbye to 17 students at last Thursday's Valedictory Service at Wesley Church.
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Funeral service for Rev Dr Michelle Cook

Nov 1, 2024

Final details are now in place for the funeral service for Rev Dr Michelle Cook, which will take place on Thursday (November 14).
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Faith and hope in focus

Oct 22, 2024

Rev Colin Gurteen and Rev Carol Bennett from Tasmania reflect on a recent trip spent working for the Pilgrim Presbytery of Northern Australia.
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Features

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Keeper of the faith

Dec 17, 2024

As Synod Archivist, Dr Jennifer Bars has access to a wealth of history relating to the Uniting Church and its predecessors.
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Road trip raises awareness

Oct 18, 2024

The potential harm facing children in the digital age was on the agenda during a recent visit to Tasmania by Senior Social Justice Advocate Mark Zirnsak and Australian Federal Police officer Kate Fitzpatrick. Readers are advised this article discusses issues around online child sexual exploitation and sexual extortion.
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A journey of love with Di

Oct 10, 2024

As Steve Wright continues to care for his wife Di, who has dementia, Uniting AgeWell is with him on every step of the heartbreaking journey.
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People & Opinion

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On this day a King was born

Dec 19, 2024

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

Dec 17, 2024

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

Dec 13, 2024

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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Events

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Uniting Church Ministry & Mission Day

The Centre for Theology and Ministry is hosting a Synod Ministry and Mission Day on Tuesday 18 February 2025, which will include a welcome to country, an induction service for the new Lecturer in Systematic Theology and Ministry Formation Coordinator, and a Commencement lecture by Rev Professor Sathianathan Clarke, Lecturer in Theology and Mission, United…

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Navigating Conflict Workshop

NAVIGATING CONFLICT WORKSHOP 19 – 20 February 2025 Led by Facilitator Michael Wood of Open Spaces Coaching & Facilitation and Rev. Fran Barber, Pilgrim Theological College. SESSION DATES & TIMES Wednesday 19th February – 9.30am – 4.30pm * Thursday 20th February – 9:30am – 4:30pm Including generous breaks for lunch, morning and afternoon teas. $30…

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Agency and Empowerment – Leading at and beyond school

This event aims to foster critical thinking and nurture leadership, agency and empowerment in young leaders from Year 10 to 12. ​ Join us to learn from industry leaders as they share their experiences and insights about ethical leadership. More details to come prior to the event! When: Thursday 13 March 2025, 9.00am to 3.00pm Where: Wesley…

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David Fotheringham

Moderator
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Mark Lawrence

General Secretary