Dovetales, Chaplain of the Year, Building Peace and more! News and stories from the Uniting Church WA and beyond.
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Dovetales - September 2026 Out Now!
The September Dovetales is out now! This special 12-page 50th Synod edition is making its way to our Uniting Church WA community this week.
Dovetales is a printed news publication capturing a snapshot of stories and news from across our Uniting Church WA community. The September edition is being posted out through the monthly Congregation mailout this week to every Uniting Church WA congregation, school and agency.
More printed copies are available from the Uniting Church Centre and can be requested by emailing Wendy at communications@wa.uca.org.au or download and print your own using the link in the article.
Building Peace Together
What began as a simple idea has blossomed into a meaningful shared project between Rockingham Uniting Church and Tranby College.
Bringing together people from the church, the college and the wider community, the initiative reflects a commitment to peace, connection and collaboration. The Peace Pole project has created not only a lasting symbol of hope, but also another opportunity to strengthen the relationship between the congregation and its local Uniting Church school.
Click below to read the article from Rockingham Uniting Church.
Congratulations Pastor Lindsay Ginn
Congratulations to Pastor Lindsay Ginn on being awarded Chaplain of the Year at the WA Governor's Chaplaincy Awards last week.
The Governor's Chaplaincy Awards recognise the dedication and impact of chaplains across the WA community. Lindsay, a Frontier Services Bush Chaplain based in Kalgoorlie, was presented the award recognising his pastoral service across the Goldfields, where he has been serving since 2020.
Uniting Church WA Moderator Rev David Jackson, while preaching on Frontier Services Sunday, recently spoke of Lindsay's ministry, "Lindsay travels more than a thousand kilometres most weeks, visiting remote schools, farming communities, aged care facilities, churches and isolated towns. But what makes his ministry remarkable is not the distance he travels. It is the people he sees. He knows their names, remembers their stories and walks beside them through life's joys and heartaches.
Lindsay's gift is music, but music is really just the doorway. Through school programs, choirs, worship services and visits to nursing homes, he creates spaces where people feel known and valued."
Read more about Lindsay's ministry here.
Held Together - UCA President's Conference 2027
Help Send Our WA Young People to the Held Together President's Conference, January 2027
The President of the Uniting Church Rev Charissa Suli, together with the Uniting Aboriginal and Islander Christian Congress (UAICC), is holding a four day gathering for young adults (18-35) in Kurrajong, NSW from 21 to 24 January 2027. This is the first national gathering of young people across the Uniting Church that we have had since 2019.
Can you help support our young people? We want to encourage as many WA young people as possible to attend, but finding the money for airfares can be challenging. We invite congregations or individuals that would like to help resource Uniting Church WA young people to donate as you feel able towards airfares.
For more information about supporting WA young people attending please contact Ps Julie Ridden - julie.ridden@wa.uca.org.au
Click below for more information about Held Together.
Social Justice UpdateThe latest Social Justice Update from the Uniting Church WA Social Justice Commission is now available. The Social Justice Update contains news and information from the Social Justice Commission. You can subscribe directly to the newsletter via the form on the Social Impact page here. Or email justice@wa.uca.org.au. |
Solidarity with Pacific IslandersJoin people of faith across Australia standing together with our oceanic neighbours, calling for a Fossil Fuel Treaty. Consistent with climate decisions of the recent WA Synod and in conjunction with ARRCC, the Australian Religious Response to Climate Change, the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty calls for faster action to stop new coal and gas production and speed up the transition to renewable energy sources. Cocos, Torres Strait, Tuvalu and Fiji are all impacted by rising sea levels resulting from global use of fossil fuels. Come and stand in solidarity with our Pacific neighbours and call for the federal government to strongly support the Pacific Islanders appeal for international action at COP31. Date: Tuesday 6 October 2026 |
Held Together begins with listening (UCA)
President Rev Charissa Suli and leaders of the Uniting Aboriginal and Islander Christian Congress gathered on Ngarrindjeri Country to commission an artwork that will speak to the heart of the upcoming conference. Read Article
The friendship this farm made possible (Frontier Services)
Lee spent much of his life giving to others: to his country, with service in Vietnam, to his family, and to the communities he served for two decades as a volunteer firefighter. It took a farm in rural New South Wales, and the family who lived there, to show him what this farm made possible: a friendship that lasted the rest of his life. Read More
Celebrations and stories of healing in Alice Springs (UCA)
In the red centre of Australia, members of the Uniting Church community gathered on 12–13 September to honour two milestones of faith, care and resilience: the centenary of Adelaide House and 70 years of the John Flynn Memorial Church. Read Article
A day at the WAFL Grand Final (Juniper)
As proud sponsors of the 2026 WAFL Grand Final, Juniper was excited to be part of a fantastic weekend at Optus Stadium, supporting the local footy clubs, players, fans and communities who came together to watch Peel Thunder take on the Claremont Tigers. Read More
Call for nominations for President-elect
The Uniting Church in Australia is beginning an important process of discernment to identify the next President-elect of the Assembly. Ahead of the 18th Assembly, the Uniting Aboriginal and Islander Christian Congress (UAICC), Presbyteries and Synods have the privilege and opportunity to identify people who may be nominated for election as President-elect (Reg. 3.6.4.1).The ASC has appointed a President-elect Nomination Committee, which will conduct a search for suitable candidates and undertake relevant checks of all nominees. For information on the nomination process click below.
So you've been thinking about becoming a Supervisor?
Rev. Jan Reeve, Supervision Development Officer at the NSW ACT Synod, is running a session on 8 October, So you've been thinking about becoming a Supervisor? This is open to Ministers or Pastors who have been in ministry for a number of years and have engaged in Supervision from any Synod considering further education in Professional Supervision. The session will cover the role and responsibility in becoming a supervisor, what the learning pathway looks like, and much more. Thursday 8 October, 8.00am to 9.30am (AWST) online via Zoom.
Prayers and Meditations for the Earth
In the hope of providing spiritual influence towards meaningful and successful climate action negotiations during the UN’s COP31 in Türkiye, 9–20 November 2026 you are invited to join people of many religious traditions in a regular time of meditation or prayer. Friday mornings from 2 October, 9.00am to 9.30am AWST via Zoom connection.
Uniting Seniors in the City Art Exhibition
Step into a world of creativity at the 'Uniting Seniors in the City' Art Exhibition!
Uniting Seniors in the City (USIC) believe in the power of connection, creativity, and lifelong learning. To celebrate the incredible talents and journey of the USIC community, all are welcome to the annual Art Exhibition from 12 to 15 October, 9.00am to 3.00pm at the Trinity Church Art Room (Behind Trinity Church), 72 St Georges Terrace, Perth 6000
This exhibition showcases the creativity and peer learning of Uniting Seniors in the City, reflecting the vibrant spirit of their outreach. For more information email reception@USIC.org.au or call 08 9483 1333
News and Notes Notice
Please note that there will be no News and Notes next week, 6 October due to staff availability. The next News and Notes will be published on Tuesday 13 October 2026.
October
- 1 to 4 October. UCA Fijian National Conference at Esplanade Hotel, Fremantle.
- Friday 2 October, 1.00pm. Wesley at One: 2026 Wesley Music Scholars at Wesley Uniting Church, Perth.
- Sunday 4 October, 1.00pm. Trek for Timor South West at Crooked Brook, Ferguson Valley, WA.
- Tuesday 6 October. No News and Notes.
- Saturday 10 October, 10.00am to 1.00pm. Armadale Church Fete at Armadale Uniting Church, Armadale.
- Friday 16 October, 1.00pm. Wesley at One: Hear Her Now Festival Air and Chamber at Wesley Uniting Church, lPerth.
- Saturday 17 October, 9.00am to 12.00pm. Community Open Day at Mt Pleasant Uniting Church, Mount Pleasant.
- Sunday 18 October, 3.30pm. Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day Service at Mount Pleasant Uniting Church, Mount Pleasant.
- Saturday 24 October, 9.00am to 1.00pm. NorthWay Community Fair at NorthWay Uniting Church, Beldon.
- Friday 30 October, 2.00pm to 3.00pm. Uniting Aid AGM at Noranda Uniting Church, Noranda.
Week starting Sunday 4 October 2026:
Armadale, Mundijong and Gosnells Uniting Churches; and the Tapu Niue Faith Community
Kiribati Uniting Church
Job opportunities in the Uniting Church WA Community
Playgroup Co-ordinator - Nedlands Uniting Church
Nedlands Uniting Church is looking for a warm, enthusiastic and community-minded Playgroup Co-ordinator to lead their multicultural playgroup.
The playgroup meets Wednesday and Friday mornings, 9:30am–11:30am, during school terms.This position is part-time, 8 hours per week during school terms.
For a full position description and enquiries please contact Nedlands Uniting Church - office@nedlands.church
Applications close: 15 October 2026
Job opportunities in the Uniting Church WA
Finance Clerk
The Finance Clerk supports the finance department by handling daily administrative and accounting tasks. This part time role ensures accurate financial record-keeping, smooth processing of invoices, and timely bank reconciliations. Combined with the HR administrator element, this role assists the Church with recruitment and compliance. This position will be based at the Uniting Church Centre in East Perth.
Ministry Opportunities
There are currently a range of ministry opportunities available in the Uniting Church WA.
- Assistant Pastor – Next Generation & Youth Ministry: Perth Woori (Korean Uniting) Church
- Ministry Placement – The Billabong
- Ministry Placement - Wagin Group of Congregations
- Ministry Placement - Lighthouse Geraldton
Go to our website to find out more about these positions.
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