News and Notes 26 February 2024

Uniting WA - Connections that Count

Uniting WA are holding a 'Connections that Count' event with the theme of 'Supporting West Australian women in crisis'. This pitch-style event will present three unique Uniting WA programs that each support vulnerable women in different ways. You'll hear from three Uniting WA teams - Moorditj Yorga, The Together Program & Wyn Carr House - who will each make their pitch for your vote. Enjoy food, drinks, conversation and impact!

The event is on Thursday 21 March, 5.30pm to 8.00pm at MinterEllison, Perth. Cost is $60.00 per person (refreshments included)
Register by 3 March

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Uniting Aid needs volunteers to power on

Many readers will be aware of Uniting Aid and what its function is, however, for those who are not familiar with the organisation, this article by Andy Reavell gives some interesting background information into this vital community service, and how you can help keep it running.

This article was first published in the December 2023 edition of Revive magazine.

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Getting to know our website

Have you explored our website lately? Let's take a look at the 'Worship Resources' page which can be found in the 'Congregation Hub' - in the top left of our homepage. Here you will find an extensive collection of worship resources which have been gathered by the Uniting Church WA for use by all. If you're involved in planning worship or small group studies this could be a helpful place to go for information and ideas.
You will find:
🙏 The Lectionary
🙏 Prayer & Liturgy
🙏 Orders of Service
🙏 Prayer Calendar
🙏 Worship Resources for Congregations

While you're in the Congregation Hub you might like to explore what else is there!

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SEEDS - Feb 2024

The February 2024 edition of SEEDS is now available. SEEDS is the newsletter of the Commission for Education for Discipleship and Leadership (CEDAL).

You can read past editions of SEEDS and other newsletters of the Uniting Church WA on our website here.

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Congregation Update Form

Have any of your congregation details changed recently? This is a reminder about the online Congregation and Faith Community Membership Update Form. You can use this form anytime there are changes to the details at your Congregation or Faith Community, including when there are changes to your Church Council Members, elected members to Presbytery, and any change in contact details for the Congregation or Faith Community itself.

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News & Information

World Day of Prayer 2024 (UCA) - The World Day of Prayer is a global ecumenical day of prayer led by Christian women on the first Friday in March. This year it will be held on 1 March, 2024. This year the Order of Service has been prepared by Palestinian women. The theme is: ‘I Beg You, Bear With One Another in Love” (Eph 4:3)
WCC general secretary meets Israeli president (WCC) - Israeli president Isaac Herzog formally received World Council of Churches (WCC) general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay on 20 February, to discuss the current situation in Israel and Palestine, and the war in Gaza.
Supporting rural communities with the power of generosity - Introduction to Frontier Services, Frontier News.
Juniper Chair transition - Ms Maree Arnason will retire as Independent Board Chair of Juniper at the end of February 2024 following a distinguished decade with the organisation. The Juniper Board has appointed Mr Grant Robinson as the new Juniper Chair.
Lenten Studies - Emeritus Professor Bill Loader is presenting a series of three lectures in Perth, from 12 - 14 March hosted by the Progressive Christianity Network of WA. No booking is required, donations welcome. For more information contact click here or email Marie Yuncken m.yuncken@outlook.com
The next meeting of the Presbytery of WA is on Saturday 16 March from 9.00am to 4.00pm at Noranda Uniting Church. This meeting will include the Induction of Rev Andrew Braodbent into the role of CEDAL Education and Resources Co-ordinator.
Community Morning Tea and Coffee - Rockingham Uniting Church invites people in the community to their free community morning tea and fellowship. The playground will be open to families in our community to come and use. Saturday 2 March, 9.30am at Rockingham Uniting Church, 4 Erindoon Way, Rockingham.

Events Calendar

March

Friday 1 March. Uniting Church Centre closed
Monday 4 March. Labour Day Public Holiday (no news and notes)
Friday 8 March. Uniting Church Centre closed
Saturday 9 March, 9.00am. Amplify Conference WA Hub at Mount Pleasant Uniting Church.
Friday 15 March. Uniting Church Centre closed
Saturday 16 March, 9.00am - 4.00pm. Meeting of the Presbytery of WA at Noranda Uniting Church.
Friday 22 March. Uniting Church Centre closed
Sunday 24 March. Palm Sunday
Thursday 28 March. Maundy Thursday
Friday 29 March. Good Friday (Uniting Church Centre closed)
Sunday 31 March. Easter Sunday

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This week we pray for:

The National Uniting Church Adult Fellowship

UnitingWorld, Lent Event 2024

Work With Us

Job opportunities in the wider Uniting Church

Uniting Church in the City Positions Vacant

Receptionist / Administration Assistant
The Uniting Church in the City is seeking a part-time Receptionist / Administration Assistant for our Trinity School for Seniors. For information about the position and to apply visit the SEEK listing here.

Finance & Payroll Officer
The Uniting Church in the City is seeking a part-time Finance & Payroll Officer. For information about the position and to apply visit the SEEK listing here.

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