The Premier has announced that from 12:01am Thursday 5th August 2021, COVID-19 restrictions in South Australia will be eased slightly. The main easing of restrictions is the density requirement. Other restrictions introduced last week will remain. We will send out a detailed update in coming days when we receive the government Activities Direction with the details of the new restrictions. 

Churches will be sent an updated COVID Safe Plan from the government before the new restrictions come into operation. We encourage congregations to follow their COVID Safe Plans, as they will contain all the information you need.

This week is Homelessness Week which is held annually in August. It is an opportunity to raise awareness of people experiencing homelessness, the issues they face and the action needed to achieve enduring solutions. Homelessness robs people of dignity and self-worth. 
 

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Deacon Nick Kerr from the Catholic Church passed away on 27th July 2021 after an extended illness, he was 81 years of age. Nick demonstrated a great desire to serve the Church and is remembered in the Synod office as Editor of New Times for 17 years. We offer our deepest sympathies to Nick's family at this time.

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The Moderator’s role is one of pastoral and spiritual leadership of the Synod. The focus of the role is to promote the Synod’s vision and mission of the church; to listen to, guide, and care for all members and ministers; and to represent the church in the wider community. Nominations are now being sought for our next Moderator.

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Next steps in Messy Discipleship is a free, online gathering for anyone who is interested in or engaged with Messy Church – with a particular focus on Messy Church leadership teams from Australia and New Zealand. Hosted by members of the Australian and New Zealand Messy Church national teams.

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Commencing this September, the Synod is holding six expo events across South Australia. Due to the on-going situation with managing COVID impacts it is essential to register to attend these events. Further information and links on how to register are now available on the Synod website.
 

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NCLS is a survey of churches and congregations across Australia, and across denominations. With the changes in our world, nation and church, all presbyteries and the Synod believe that this survey will provide crucial information to better serve, support and renew the church for the future. 

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MediaCom Education has moved. From 1st August, 2021, MediaCom has re-located to Building 4, 32-56 Sir Donald Bradman Drive. The office will continue to be open from 9am to 4pm Monday to Thursday and is closed on Fridays. To contact the office  phone: (08) 8371 1399 or email admin@mediacom.org.au

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:

• Interfaith Forum (change of date) >>>
• Lifeline Adelaide - Lifeline ASIST workshop >>>
• Creation Care Forum >>>
• Rites of Passage Interfaith Forum >>>
• Pilgrim Church SALA Exhibition - 'All things bright and beautiful' >>>
• International Mission Op Shop Clearance Sale >>>
• EAG Calls 'All Aboard' >>>
• Rev Dr Denise Champion 'Why We Must Appreciate First Peoples Creation Spirituality' >>>
• Make it Messy! Next steps in Messy Discipleship >>>
• Rev Dr Jason John 'Why Original Blessing is Key to Creation Spirituality' >>>

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

This week we pray for:

• For our church as we gather each week, that in our local community, we recognise the needs and respond with action
   
• For our nation, that we continue to be able to share faith, gather to worship and pray together
   
• For our leaders, that they be tolerant, work to build up the whole community, and understand the unique gifts of the vulnerable at this time.

God’s call to humanity has been consistent since the genesis of time. Live your life through love of God and love of neighbour, understanding that we are a diverse bunch, each offering gifts that are unique, and part of the whole of God’s realm. Unity expresses God’s compelling love.

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