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International Women's Day 2026
Celebrating Uniting Church Women for International Women’s Day 2026
This year to mark International Women’s Day, 8 March, the Uniting Church Assembly is looking to tell stories that celebrate and acknowledge the positive impact and immense contribution of Uniting Church women.
UCA President Rev Charissa Suli is inviting people to nominate inspiring Uniting Church women who are making a positive impact in their congregations or communities.
The person you nominate might be:
⭐️a powerhouse in their congregation
⭐️a companion to others on the journey of faith and discipleship
⭐️engaged in the justice work of the UCA
⭐️leading positive change
⭐️a compassionate and caring presence in their community
⭐️full of stories
⭐️anything else worth celebrating!
Send in your nominations by 4pm on Thursday 26 February.
Watch the video invitation from Rev Charissa Suli and find out more on the UCA Assembly website!
World Day of Prayer 2026
World Day of Prayer, 6 March, is a global ecumenical movement led by Christian women who welcome you to join in prayer and action for peace and justice.
This year the material is being prepared by WDP Nigeria with the theme "I Will Give You Rest: Come”, focusing on Matthew 11:28-30.
The featured artwork for WDP 2026 is "Rest for the Weary" by Gift Amarachi Ottah, created especially for the 2026 program from WDP Nigeria.
You can search for local World Day of Prayer services on the website here.
The 2026-31 Strategy: Third Strategic Goal explained (UCA)
In this third article on the Assembly’s 2026–31 Strategy, Andrew Johnson reflects on Liberating Justice – renewing the Church’s long-held commitment to confronting injustice through faithful witness, collective action and hope-filled engagement in Australia and the world. Read Article
“Robo” decisions in aged care risk leaving older Australians without the support they need (Juniper)
Australia’s planned overhaul of home care services could leave vulnerable older people without timely, affordable support unless key problems are fixed, Juniper has told a Government inquiry. Read Article
The invitation to prayer (Crosslight)
Prayer is not like ascending on a heavenly escalator. We do not move from one great enlightenment moment to another. Read Article
Good Sammy expands with two new container recycling depots (Good Sammy)
Good Sammy Enterprises has expanded its container recycling footprint across Western Australia, taking over operations of two container refund depots in Bibra Lake and Midvale. Read Article
Safe Church Awareness Workshop - South Mandurah
There will be a Safe Church Awareness Workshop on Saturday 9 May 9.00am – 2.00pm at South Mandurah Uniting Church. All ministers, pastors, church leaders, volunteers, members of congregations and those involved in community services are welcome and urged to attend. Refreshments will be provided. For further information or to register, please contact Kerry Shields, Administrative Support Officer: Culture of Safety, on 9260 9800 or cultureofsafety@wa.uca.org.au.
Lent Event 2026
This Lent, stand with families on the front line of changing climate.
During Lent, join congregations from across Australia as we share in what God is doing among our neighbours fighting poverty and the impacts of climate change.
Growing Our Involvement in Climate Action - ARRCC Online Workshop
An online workshop for environmentally concerned people will be presented by ARRCC, the Australian Religious Response to Climate Change. If you’ve wondered what more you could do to improve our stewardship of the Earth this is an opportunity to find ways you can build your skills and passion for the sake of all peoples and creatures. Connect with people from different traditions with shared compassion and hopes for the future. The online workshop is taking place on Tuesday 17 February, from 5.30pm to
6.15pm - zoom link here. For further enquiries contact Ken Devereux - arrccwa@arrcc.org.au
Request for Farm Visit for APCEP Students
Families from All Saint's Floreat and Trinity North Uniting Churches are currently hosting two young men from the the Papuan provinces of Indonesia who have commenced a 12 week visit for the Australian Papuan Cultural Exchange Program (APCEP). During their time here they will study English in the city at Milner International College of English which has very generously donated scholarships for their tuition. When they are not at college they endeavour to see and experience as much of Australian culture as organisers can manage.
As both young men are from the central mountains of Papua, they are accustomed to the small subsistence farms of that area. Organisers would love to show them what farming is like in Australia and are asking if there is anyone in our Uniting Church WA community who would be willing and able to hosts the students and their hosts/drivers to a "day on a farm" before they return home? They have never seen a sheep or a harvester or a rural scale rainwater tank or the many things that are everyday sights on WA farms. The visit would need to be before 3 May, and they are hoping to arrange a church talk and farm visit on a Sunday, or a visit on a Friday or Saturday when they don't attend college. If your farm is within a reasonable drive from the city and you would like to host a visit please contact Lee-Anne Burnett on 0414 153 323.
Induction Service - Rev Chris Crause
All are welcome to attend the Induction Service for Rev Chris Crause as Minister in placement at Noranda Uniting Church on Saturday 7 March starting at 2.00pm.
February
- Tuesday 17 February. Shrove Tuesday.
- Wednesday 18 February. Ash Wednesday.
- Friday 20 February, 5.30pm to 7.30pm. Summer Spirit 2026 - Walking on Country at Lake Gwelup.
- Saturday 21 February, 9.00am to 5.00pm. Summer Spirit 2026 at All Saints Floreat Uniting Church, Floreat.
March
- Monday 2 March. Labour Day Public Holiday
- Saturday 7 March, 9.00am to 2.00pm. Safe Church Awareness Workshop at South Perth Uniting Church, South Perth.
- Saturday 7 March, 2.00pm. Induction Service Rev Chris Crause at Noranda Uniting Church, Noranda.
- Wednesday 11 March, 6.30pm. Uniting Generations Network Meeting online via Zoom.
- Saturday 14 March, 8.00am. West Timor Partnership Breakfast at Nedlands Uniting Church, Nedlands.
- Tuesday 17 March, 7.00pm to 8.30pm. Funeral Workshop Online.
- Friday 20 March, 2.00pm to 5.30pm. Funeral Workshop at South Perth Uniting Church, South Perth.
- Saturday 21 March, 9.00am to 4.00pm. Presbytery of WA Meeting at Maylands-Mt Lawley Uniting Church, Maylands.
- Friday 27 March, 6.00pm. Way of the Cross Art Exhibition Opening at Margaret River Uniting Church, Margaret River.
- Saturday 28 March, 8.30am to 12.00pm. Lenten Retreat - Creation Spirituality at Crossways Uniting Church, Wanneroo.
Week starting Sunday 22 February 2026:
Hedland Fijian Uniting Church
Uniting Church Adult Fellowship WA
Job opportunities in the Uniting Church WA
Ministry Opportunities
There are currently a range of ministry opportunities available in the Uniting Church WA.
- Lead Minister / Pastor - The Billabong
- Ministry Placement - Wagin Group of Congregations
- Ministry Placement - Lighthouse Geraldton
- Presbytery Minister (Pastoral)
- Formation and Learning Culture Co-Ordinator
Go to our website to find out more about these positions.
Do you have an event to share with the wider church?
Email Wendy at newsandnotes@wa.uca.org.au
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