News and events from the Uniting Church WA and beyond
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Good Sammy Clothing Donation Drive
Would your congregation or community group like to host a Good Sammy Enterprises donation drive?
As the cold weather lingers across Western Australia, demand for warm, good quality pre-loved clothing is still high in the Good Sammy stores. To help meet that need, Good Sammy has launched a Clothing Donation Drive campaign and they would love our Uniting Church WA community to get
involved.
Good Sammy creates jobs and training opportunities for people with disability in WA. Every great item donated will help stock their stores for winter and support their amazing work.
When you register for the donation drive you will have access to a helpful toolkit with posters, a how-to guide, tips and ready-to-use content for newsletters and social media to help spread the word in your community.
August Fellowship Newslink
The August edition of Fellowship Newslink is out now!
Newslink is a publication of the WA Uniting Church Adult Fellowship (UCAF). Printed copies of Newslink are being sent to all congregations and direct subscribers this week. You can also read Newslink online on the Uniting Church WA website.
Formation Focus Week SurveyThe Uniting Centre for Education and Formation (UCEF) invites everyone who engaged with the Formation Focus Week resources and events to share their feedback in a brief survey. As well as a Friday gathering, UCEF prepared worship resources and a study guide for small groups. They would appreciate you completing the survey, whether you used the resources or not, to help with Formation Focus Week planning for next year. |
Intercultural Network MeetingThe Presbytery of WA's Intercultural Network are planning an Intercultural Network Meeting on Friday 15 August at Beth Shalom Tongan Uniting Church. Date: Friday 15 August |
Safe Church TrainingThere are two safe church training opportunities coming up. Safe Church Refresher Workshop Safe Church Awareness Workshop To learn more about Safe Church Training go to our website. |
Genocide in the Wildflower StateYou're invited to a special screening of the documentary Genocide in the Wildflower State, followed by a panel discussion, on Sunday 17 August. This event is co-hosted by UCIC's Social.Justice.Church, the Uniting Aboriginal & Islander Christian Congress (UAICC), Yokai: Healing our Spirit, West Australian Stolen Generations Aboriginal Corporation (WASGAC) and the Uniting Church WA Social Justice Commission. Date: Sunday 17 August |
Calls for peace ring on 80th anniversary of atomic bombings (WCC)
On the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombings in Hiroshima and Nagasaki, churches and communities across the world deepened their calls for peace and for a nuclear weapons-free world. Read Article
Why I marched: a personal reflection (UCA)
Minister at Hope Uniting Church Rev Hee Won Chang reflects on why she joined the March for Humanity in Sydney on Sunday 3 August. Read Article
Assembly Standing Committee Meeting in July (UCA)
The ASC met in Sydney over the weekend of 25-27 July to continue its governance and oversight of the Uniting Church Assembly. Read Article
Western Australia lagging behind in aged care support
(Juniper)
New government health data has laid bare a troubling reality: Western Australia is falling alarmingly behind when it comes to support for its ageing population. Read Article
- WA Christians at the National March for Palestine (Perth) - Following the March for Humanity across the Sydney Harbour Bridge on 3 August, Palestine solidarity groups across Australia have called for a nationwide march on 24 August. Ecumenical group, Christians for a Free Palestine, are gathering for prayer at 11.30am outside Wesley Uniting Church in the City and then walking together to the March for Palestine, 12.00pm in Forrest Place, Perth. The main gathering will hear from speakers and then march together at 1.00pm to Hyde Park. This event is supported by the Uniting Church WA Social Justice Commission. The Commission encourages congregation members planning to attend to consider carpooling or taking public transport together to this event following their morning worship.
A Climate of Togetherness - Members of ARRCC and others interested in sharing and finding out more about current developments about responses to climate change are welcome to join in a hybrid gathering on Tuesday 19 August. 7.00pm via Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82696997812 (Meeting ID: 826 9699 7812) or in person at Mt Lawley. Anyone who’d like to share refreshments and conversation in person beforehand from 6.00pm are welcome to contact Ken Devereux, Australian Religious Response to Climate Change (WA) via arrccwa@arrcc.org.au
Call for Stories – UCAF WA’s Christmas Newslink - The theme for the Christmas edition of Newslink is 'Fellowship' - something churches have been providing to their congregations and communities for centuries! They would love to feature a couple of stories from congregations, especially regional and rural. This could include activities such as Coffee & Chat, craft groups, shared meals, playgroups, study circles, music gatherings, or any other forms of fellowship your congregation offers. Please contact Newslink editor Andrea Garvey before the end of August if your congregation would like to contribute an article or have Andrea compose one on your behalf - ahgarvey@hotmail.com
Board of Finance and Investment - seeking new board members - Help oversee our $70M of investable assets. This is a great opportunity to contribute to the financial health of the WA Synod by providing oversight on our investment strategy and on key areas like insurance, finance, and audit. We're seeking both seasoned board members and passionate individuals who are new to governance. If you have a keen interest in finance and investment, but lack board experience, we encourage you to apply - we are committed to mentoring you. While Uniting Church membership is not a requirement, scholarships for governance or leadership education may be available for UC members. If you know of anyone interested contact David Beards beardsdv@gmail.com
Ethical Ministry Workshop - the Ethical Ministry Workshop for 2025 will focus on Professionalism in Ministry, a core aspect of our calling and responsibilities as ministers and pastors. This year’s theme draws on key sections of the Code of Ethics: Section 3.5. The Uniting Centre for Education and Formation are facilitating two workshops: Tuesday 19 August (in person), 9:30am – 12:00pm at St Peter and Emmaus Church, 56 Green Street, Joondanna and Wednesday 3 September (via Zoom) 7:00pm – 9:00pm. For further enquiries please contact Mahshid Zadeh – pa.education@wa.uca.org.au
Family Movie Night - Maylands-Mt Lawley Uniting Church invite you to a Family Movie Night on Friday 22 August 2025, 5:30pm to 8pm (Movie starts at 6pm). Enjoy watching the new Lilo & Stitch movie (2025), rated PG. Pizza Dinner, popcorn, & ice cream provided.
August
- Friday 15 August, 1.00pm to 3.00pm. Uniting Generations Network Meeting at Mount Pleasant Uniting Church, Mt Pleasant.
- Friday 15 August, 1.00pm to 1.45pm. Wesley at One Recital: St Stephens School Year 12 Music Students at Uniting Church in the City, Wesley Perth.
- Friday 15 August, 7.00pm. Intercultural Network Meeting at Beth Shalom Tongan Uniting Church, Southlake.
- Sunday 17 August, 12.00pm. Genocide in the Wildflower State Film Screening and Panel Discussion at Uniting Church in the City, Tranby Hall, Perth.
- Tuesday 19 August, 9.30am to 12.00pm. 2025 Ethical Ministry Workshop at St Peter & Emmaus Church, Joondanna.
- Friday 22 August, 5.30pm to 8.00pm. Family Movie Night - Lilo & Stitch at Maylands-Mt Lawley Uniting Church, Mt Lawley.
- Saturday 23 August, 9.00am to 12.30pm. Safe Church Refresher Workshop at Willetton Uniting Church, Willetton.
- Saturday 23 August, 6.30pm. IPDC Quiz Night at All Saints Floreat Uniting Church, Floreat.
- Sunday 24 August, 10.45am to 11.45am. Variety Musical Concert at Willetton Uniting Church, Willetton.
- Thursday 28 August, 10.00am to 12.00pm. Good Sammy Uniting Church Open Day at Good Sammy HQ, 33-35 Bannister Rd, Canning Vale.
- Saturday 30 August, 2.00pm. Induction of Rev Susan Lord at St Peter & Emmaus Church, Joondanna.
September
- Wednesday 3 September, 7.00pm to 9.00pm. 2025 Ethical Ministry Workshop (Zoom).
- Satuday 6 September, 9.00am to 2.00pm. Safe Church Awareness Workshop at Crossways Uniting Church, Wanneroo.
- Saturday 13 September, 8.00am to 8.00pm. 49th Annual Meeting of the Synod of WA at Wesley College, South Perth.
- Sunday 14 September, 8.00am to 4.00pm. 49th Annual Meeting of the Synod of WA at Wesley College, South Perth.
This week we pray for:
Penrhos College, Wesley College and Hospital Chaplains
Uniting Network Australia
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