April Revive Out Now!A fresh new Revive has been sent out to our congregations and community.
In this edition we're sharing an insight into ministry life in the Uniting Church as we catch up with four of our most recently ordained ministers. We take a look back on our Covenanting journey as the church prepares to mark the 30th anniversary of the Covenant. There's an opportunity to find out more about the work of our Uniting Church WA schools and agencies, a prayer for World Environment Day, and much more!
If you don't attend a congregation, you can also pick up a copy from most Good Sammy stores, or email revive@wa.uca.org.au and we'll get one out to you. Online version also available.
Uniting in Prayer 2024Resources are now available for Uniting in Prayer - 35 days of prayer and connection for the whole Uniting Church. Uniting in Prayer is a time to pray and reflect on our past and present as the Uniting Church and what God might have in store for our future. The 35 days takes us from Pentecost Sunday (19 May) to the Anniversary of the Uniting Church (22 June). This year Uniting in Prayer will draw on the upcoming Assembly theme, “Threads of Love, Weaving Christ’s Love Across Cultures and Boundaries”. There are many ways for congregations and individuals to connect - go to the website to find out more.
Uniting Church Polity & Ethos WorkshopThis workshop aims to give an overview of how the Uniting Church in Australia (UCA) is structured and operates so that it might fulfil its function of being the church in our time and place. There will be a focus particularly on the councils and ministries within the UCA.
Saturday 11 May 9.00am to 1.00pm (morning tea provided)
Leeming Uniting Church (Farrington House), 66 Farrington Rd, Leeming
Register by 8th May, cost is $10.
This workshop will also be offered online over three Tuesday evenings (21, 28 May & 4 June)
Trek for Timor - Registrations Open!The International Partnerships and Development Commission (IPDC) invite you to join them for a walk around the river to raise money for Lafaek Diak's mobile health clinic in Timor Leste.
Starting at Mount Pleasant Uniting Church, this family friendly and accessible walk will take you around the Mt Henry and Canning Bridges, meeting back at the church for afternoon refreshments.
You can register to walk and fundraise, or simply support this great cause with a donation via the event site.
Uniting Generations NetworkThe next Uniting Generations Network gathering is on Tuesday 14 May, 7.00pm at Star Street Uniting Church in Carlisle. Come along to share what is happening in your congregation and our topic will be Family Ministry. For enquiries contact Julie Ridden – julie.ridden@wa.uca.org.au
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CIRCULAR by Good SammyCIRCULAR by Good Sammy is a free event bringing together like-minded people, artists and businesses who believe in sustainable and ethical fashion.
Shop in the stylish slow fashion market and register to join workshops on hand sewing and making rag rugs. Sunday 5 May, 10.00am to 3.00pm. North Perth Town Hall
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Towards Net Zero: Good News Stories - stories from around the Uniting Church in Australia seeking to highlight possibilities and achievements in moving towards a sustainable future. Week three features a story on the way Uniting NSW/ACT combines community care with advocacy for creation - all the while pursuing their own sustainable practice. Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2024 - in Australia this is observed in the week between Ascension and Pentecost - 12 to 19 May 2024. The theme for the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity in 2024 is “You shall love the Lord your God ...and your neighbour as yourself…” (Luke 10:27) which was chosen by a working group from Burkina Faso. Uniting Climate Conference - 'Faith in a Better Future' is a chance to share mutual support and build common purpose in climate action. The conference is on Saturday 11 May 9.00am to 4.00pm (AEST) hosted by the Uniting Climate Action Network (UCAN). Online and in-person (Sydney) attendance options available. When Science and Faith Chat Together - a conversation over lunch about the intersection between science and faith with Rev Dr Dave Gregory, Climate Scientist and Baptist Minister, on Tuesday 7 May, 11.00am to 1.00pm at St Augustine Worship and Community Centre, 119 Mangles St, South Bunbury. Bring your own lunch, tea, coffee, juice provided. Contact Rev Greg Ross for more information bunburyuniting@gmail.com
May- Friday 3 May. Uniting Church Centre closed
- Saturday 4 May, 8.00am to 1.00pm. The Big Garage Sale at Star Street Uniting Church, Carlisle.
- Saturday 4 May, 9.00am to 2.00pm. Safe Church Awareness Training at Kingsway Methodist Church, Nedlands.
- Saturday 4 May, 9.00am to 12.00pm. Kalamunda Market Day at Kalamunda Uniting Church.
- Wednesday 8 May, 2.00pm. Floral Workshop at All Saints Floreat Uniting Church.
- Friday 10 May. Uniting Church Centre closed
- Saturday 11 May, 9.00am to 1.00pm. Uniting Church Polity & Ethos Workshop at Leeming Uniting Church.
- Tuesday 14 May, 7.00pm. Uniting Generations Network at Star Street Uniting Church, Carlisle.
- Thursday 16 May, 2.00pm to 4.00pm. All Saints Sing-Along at All Saints Floreat Uniting Church.
- Friday 17 May. Uniting Church Centre closed
- Sunday 19 May, 1.00pm to 4.00pm. Trek for Timor at Mount Pleasant Uniting Church.
- Friday 24 May. Uniting Church Centre closed
- Saturday 25 May, 9.00am to 12.30pm. Safe Church Refresher Workshop at Star Street Uniting Church, Carlisle.
This week we pray for: Pastoral Relations Committee and Thrive Mission Committee
Presbytery of WA Chairperson, Alison Xamon and the Presbytery of WA Secretary
Job opportunities with the Uniting Church WA Presbytery Minister: Mission
Expressions of interest are invited from members of the Uniting Church, either ordained or lay, for a full time position within the Presbytery of Western Australia (WA). The Presbytery Minister (Mission) will work with the Thrive Mission Committee and other staff of Presbytery to support and resource congregations and faith communities across WA to engage in worship, witness and service as the people of God in their communities.
Applications Close – 20 May 2024
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