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Picture of Surrender kids in the page I wonder(ed) ... what place is there for children at Surrender?

I wonder(ed) … what place is there for children at Surrender?

Nigel Hanscamp outlines how children were embraced as part of the fabric of the recent Surrender conference in outer Melbourne.
Picture of Mr potatohead in the page Activity opens up bible exploration

Activity opens up bible exploration

Sandy Brodine outlines how a simple activity during bible studies at Surrender 2026 led to some deep and profound responses.
Picture of Easter service in the page Safety pointers for Easter

Safety pointers for Easter

The Culture of Safety team has some handy tips for congregations expecting to welcome extra visitors over the Easter period.
Picture of Vaka in the page Conference offers rich engagement

Conference offers rich engagement

Sunshine Uniting Church member Shenei Penaia outlines how attendance at the recent Vaka2026 event offered an opportunity to engage with those committed to community organising and social impact.
Picture of Sod one in the page School's in for discipleship

School’s in for discipleship

A conference built for young adults is coming to Melbourne, but before its launch 20 young adults are needed across Victoria and Tasmania to come with us to School of Discipleship in NSW in June.
Picture of Easter camp in the page Camp celebrates Easter

Camp celebrates Easter

An Easter camp at Canterbury Uniting Church promises four days of worship, reflection, learning and celebration.
Picture of Safe church two in the page Reportable conduct explained

Reportable conduct explained

The Synod's Culture of Safety team outlines the process around reportable conduct and why it's important in the life of the Church.
Picture of Children s corner in the page I wonder what an inclusive children’s corner looks like?

I wonder what an inclusive children’s corner looks like?

Matilda McClintock outlines how Brunswick Uniting Church has created a sensory-friendly and appealing space for kids of all ages.
Picture of Pride event in the page Youth take pride in special event

Youth take pride in special event

Members of the Yarra Yarra Youth Advisory Group flew the flag at the Greensborough Sunset Pride event, writes Younger Generations Education and Strategy Coordinator Rev Sandy Brodine.
Picture of Messy beach baptism e in the page Messy Church camp means lots of fun

Messy Church camp means lots of fun

Rev Sandy Brodine reports on the great time had by everyone at the annual Messy Church Bunbury camp in Western Australia.
Picture of Younger gen photo e in the page Planning should involve all generations

Planning should involve all generations

Younger Generations Education and Strategy Coordinator Rev Sandy Brodine outlines the importance of adopting an intergenerational approach to church planning.
Picture of Internet day in the page Safety and the internet

Safety and the internet

With Safer Internet Day taking place on February 11, Culture of Safety advisor Candice Coles outlines the importance of ensuring everyone feels safe in the online world.
Picture of President s conference two in the page Weaving God's love in Tonga

Weaving God’s love in Tonga

Uniting Church youth delegate Mafi Pole shares the joy that came with being part of the President's Conference in Tonga recently.
Picture of Social media in the page Update on new social media laws

Update on new social media laws

New legislation governing online access for those under 16 comes into effect this month, and Kelly Woods gives an overview of their likely impact on Uniting Church communities.
Picture of Family camp in the page I wonder how camps grow community and faith?

I wonder how camps grow community and faith?

Fun, music, singing, dancing and prayer were all on the agenda as north-east Victorian Uniting Church members gathered at Cheshunt recently for an all-ages camp.
Picture of Design image in the page Conference explores neurodivergence

Conference explores neurodivergence

Uniting Church members and ministry agents came together recently for the first ecumenical conference exploring working with neurodivergent people in church settings.
Picture of Youth committee in the page I wonder ...

I wonder …

A recent workshop provided plenty of ideas and excitement for those keen on forming a youth council.
Picture of Samoan edm in the page Samoan members unite in fellowship

Samoan members unite in fellowship

Faith, service, and community were the themes of last weekend's UCA Samoan National Conference, attended by Virginia Lavaki from the Younger Generations team.