Catch up on all the news from our 50th Synod! Plus Everything in Common Gift Stalls and much more.
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Our 50th Synod Begins in Worship!
The 50th Annual Meeting of the Uniting Church in Australia, Synod of Western Australia began with a joyful opening worship service on Friday 11 September 2026 at All Saints Floreat Uniting Church led by the Uniting Church WA Moderator, Rev David Jackson CSM.
The opening service constitutes the annual Synod of Western Australia meeting which took place over the weekend of 11 to 13 September 2026.
This year our opening worship included a celebration and recognition of ordained ministry – ‘Celebration of Ministry’.
WA Synod 2026 – Saturday Highlights
The 50th Annual Meeting of the Uniting Church in Australia, Synod of Western Australia met over the weekend of 11 to 13 September 2026.
Lay and ordained members elected from our Uniting Church WA congregations and faith communities, schools, colleges, agencies and reporting bodies came together for fellowship, to discern, and to discuss issues of importance in the life of the Uniting Church in Australia, Western Australia, and the wider community.
Click below to read about the Saturday highlights and view a selection of photos from the day.
WA Synod 2026 - Sunday Highlights
We gathered at the Bentley Technology Hub for the second day of our 50th Annual Meeting of the Synod of Western Australia.
Sunday morning began with worship and Holy Communion, led by our Moderator Rev David Jackson, with Uniting Church in Australia President Rev Charissa Suli preaching the sermon.
Click below to read about the Sunday highlights and view a selection of photos.
Everything in Common Gift Stall Registrations Open
This Advent, inspire generosity by hosting an Everything in Common gift stall or including UnitingWorld in a retiring offering.
Everything in Common gift cards represent donations to many of UnitingWorld's vital projects. In recent years, thanks to Uniting Churches across Australia, families in Asia, Africa and the Pacific gained better access to food, clean water, small business support, and hope in the face of poverty and a changing climate. Let's do it again!
Stallholder packs and cards will be available from
mid-October.
Register your gift stall here.
This year UnitingWorld have new Everything in Common retiring offering envelopes. If you can't run a stall or if some people in your congregation would prefer to give in this way email info@unitingworld.org.au or ring 1800 998 122.
Lay Preachers gather to share in weaving Christ’s love (UCA)
More than 40 Lay Preachers, worship leaders and church members from across Australia gathered in Naarm/Melbourne from 4–6 September for the National Lay Preachers’ Conference. Read Article
Two volunteers, three weeks, and one big rebuild (Frontier Services)
On paper, the job looked simple: help rebuild a set of damaged, 50-year-old cattle yards. But when two Outback Links volunteers, Lester and Wendy, arrived at David and Janette’s property in Queensland, they found nothing about life on a farm is ever quite that straightforward. Read More
Helping older Western Australians navigate Support at Home (Juniper)
For many older Australians and their families, understanding government-funded aged care services and knowing where to start isn’t always straightforward. It can be difficult to know what support is available, how the funding works and what you need to do to get started. Read Article
Pilgrims of Peace, Trust and Hope (UCA)
Last week, President-elect Rev Dr Paul Goh gathered with the global ecumenical community to discuss the Church's role in speaking for peace, justice and hope amid the wounds of division. Read More
Key UCA Documents Now Available in Translation
Translated versions of several key foundational and governance documents are now available, helping more people participate fully in the life, leadership and decision-making of the Church. The translated resources include the Basis of Union, Manual for Meetings, Statement to the Nation and Church Council Responsibilities Guide.
Translations are available in Arabic, Armenian, Dinka, Fijian, Filipino, Indonesian, Korean, Nuer, Portuguese, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Swahili, Tongan, Traditional Chinese and Vietnamese, reflecting the rich cultural and linguistic diversity of the Uniting Church.
Safe Church Awareness Workshop
The next Safe Church Awareness Workshop will be taking place on Saturday 26 September at Beth Shalom Uniting Church, 9.00am to 2.00pm. All ministers, pastors, church leaders, volunteers, members of congregations and those involved in community services are welcome and urged to attend.
For further information or to register by 22 September please contact Kerry Shields, Administrative Support Officer, Culture of Safety on 9260 9800 or cultureofsafety@wa.uca.org.au
Trek 4 Timor South West
Raise funds while enjoying a Sunday afternoon walk in the Crooked Brook Forest in the Ferguson Valley. The International Partnerships and Development Commission (IPDC) are supporting this fun, family friendly event on Sunday 4 October 2026, raising money for the Mobile Health Clinic run by our Synod partners, Fundaҫou Lafaek Diak, The Good Crocodile Foundation, in East Timor.
Get together with friends, family, your dog or go solo and show your support for our partners in East Timor. Four walk options are available to choose from.
Registration is $20 (+bf) Donations are also greatly appreciated.
Community Open Day
Discover what’s happening at Mount Pleasant Uniting Church at their Community Open Day on Saturday 17 October from 9.00am too 12.00pm. Join the Mount Pleasant UC congregation for a morning of hospitality, community and family friendly activities. Everyone welcome!
Intergenerational Church Workshop
An Intergenerational Church Workshop is taking place on Saturday 19 September, from 9.30am to 12.30pm at Kalamunda Uniting Church, 7 Heath Rd, Kalamunda. This workshop at Kalamunda Uniting Church is designed to get congregations on the path to planning what intergenerational church could be in their context. You’re welcome to stay for a bring and share lunch afterwards. To register, email Carolyn ceb15225@bigpond.net.au
September
- Tuesday 15 September, 7.00pm to 8.30pm. Uniting Generations Network Meeting online via zoom.
- Friday 18 September, 1.00pm. Wesley at One: Hear Her Now at Wesley Uniting Church, Perth.
- Saturday 19 September, 9.30am to 12.30pm. Intergenerational Church Workshop at Kalamunda Uniting Church, Kalamunda.
- Sunday 20 September, 9.30am. Blessing of the Animals at Star Street Uniting Church, Carlisle.
- Saturday 26 September, 9.00am to 2.00pm. Safe Church Awareness Workshop at Beth Shalom Uniting Church, South Lake, WA.
- 25 to 28 September. CampFIRE 2026 at Lake Yealering, WA.
- Monday 28 September. Kings Birthday Public Holiday
October
- 1 to 4 October. UCA Fijian National Conference at Esplanade Hotel, Fremantle.
- Sunday 4 October, 1.00pm. Trek for Timor South West at Crooked Brook, Ferguson Valley, WA.
- Saturday 17 October, 9.00am to 12.00pm. Community Open Day at Mt Pleasant Uniting Church, Mount Pleasant.
- Saturday 24 October, 9.00am to 1.00pm. NorthWay Community Fair at NorthWay Uniting Church, Beldon.
Week starting Sunday 20 September 2026:
Synod Standing Committee, the Property Trust, Disaster Relief and Community Recovery Committee
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.
- 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.
Do you have an event to share with the wider church?
Email Wendy at newsandnotes@wa.uca.org.au
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