The next Synod Expo will be held in Port Pirie this Saturday, October 16th. We look forward to a day of connecting and sharing. The day includes topical workshops about property, engagement, Aboriginal spirituality, mission planning, healthy church councils and building better teams. Book now!
 

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One of the roles of the Historical Society is to generate interest in the missional story of the Uniting Church in SA. The by-laws indicate that congregations and agencies of the church may be members of the Society. The society now invites congregations and church councils to become members.

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The October/November edition of New Times is now available. The theme of this issue is theological education and includes a range of articles by Ministers and Lay Preachers. Also included are details about the Christmas postcard and 2022 Calendar orders (opening soon)!
 

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The Circle of Friends (Circle of Hope) is holding a fundraising dinner for asylum seekers on Friday, October 22nd. Funds raised will help with rent and other living costs. They currently support 10 asylum seekers who are denied income support. Venue: Hope’s Café, Clayton Wesley Church.
 

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Relatives of World War II hero, Hartley Graham Norton, honoured his memory at a special outreach service held at Lenswood Uniting Church on Sunday 3rd October. The service highlighted the centenary year of the birth of Pilot Officer Norton, and the meeting coincided exactly with the anniversary of his death.

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Please join writer Mandy Harvey and Dr Bruce Hulme for the official launch of Musings from my Garden next Tuesday the 19th of October from 7pm at Blackwood Uniting Church. Drinks and nibbles supplied and for more information view the event details on Facebook.

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On October 17, a number of SA Uniting Churches are joining in with other Christians and faiths from all around the globe calling for climate justice and care for God’s creation by ringing bells, singing, and praying. There are now more than 110 places of worship and faith communities calling for much stronger action.

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Please note, many gatherings of people in SA may be further impacted by recent COVID-19 restrictions. The list below is the most up-to-date information available at the time of publication and may be subject to change.

Upcoming events:

• Gerhard Rüdiger 'How Kaurna People have Revived Language: the Role of the Churches' >>>
• Dernancourt Uniting Church Plant Stall and BBQ >>>
• Celebrating musical diversity >>>
• Play Reading: Blister >>>
• Silent Vigil: Climate Action >>>
• Mindfulness Meditation >>>
• Rev Dr Christy Capper: 'How Authentic Selfhood is Key to Christian Mission' >>>
• Celebrating 50 Years - Athelstone Uniting Church >>>
• Exploring the History of the Sunday School Movement and its role in the Uniting Church >>>
• Facing the Big Questions of 2021: Panel discussion with Sean Gilbert, Mario Trinidad, Vicky Balabbanski, Norm Habel >>>

Want to share your event with the wider Uniting Church in SA? Complete the Events Form here.

This week we pray for:

• For New South Wales as it begins its transition out of lockdown and also for Victoria as it continues to grapple with the impacts of the pandemic
• For all people experiencing isolation, exhaustion and separation at this time that they may find comfort and support
• We also pray for healing in a troubled world.

Paul uses several different words for love, but for the Great Love we fall into, the Great Self with the big S, the God Self, he uses the word ‘agape.’ We translate it as unconditional love or divine love. It’s a love we receive as a gift. We do not manufacture it by will-power. It’s a love we can only participate in. It’s a life bigger than our own.

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