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Week of Prayer for Peace in the Middle East
President of the Uniting Church in Australia Rev Charissa Suli has called the Uniting Church to a week of prayer, inviting every congregation, agency, faith community, school, family, and member within the Uniting Church to a Week of Prayer for Peace in the Middle East from 29 September - 5 October.
The call came after Israel launched hundreds of airstrikes in southern and eastern Lebanon last week, in an eruption of what have been simmering cross-border tensions between Israel and Hezbollah.
In a pastoral statement, the President lamented the escalation of violence in the region and urged the Uniting Church to stand in prayer and solidarity with the people of the Middle East and with diaspora communities.
Daily prayer starters will be posted daily on our Facebook page and can be found on the Assembly website.
Worship Resource for Older Persons Sunday 2024
A worship resource is now available for Uniting Church communities to mark the third UCA Older Persons Sunday this October.
Older Persons Sunday is an annual opportunity to celebrate the human rights and contributions of older people in our communities, challenge ageism and reflect on how we can nurture dignity and hope for all ages.
The suggested date is the first Sunday in October, which follows the United Nations’ International Day of Older Persons, 1 October, however congregations can mark the occasion on another Sunday in October or another date that suits them.
Giving a hand up in the land of Papua
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” – Nelson Mandela.
In this article by Kerry Povey you can read more about the work of the Black Pearl Network both here and in Papua, where they see the impact of education in action. Education is the way out of poverty for many of our Papuan friends and opens doors to employment in areas of influence in their country, and communication with others outside.
This article by Kerry Povey, Chairperson of the International Partnerships and Development Commission, was originally published in our August 2024 edition of Revive magazine.
Multi-Faith Forum on Living with Climate ChangeOn Saturday 26 October join ARRCC WA for a Multi-Faith Forum on Living with Climate Change - Saving the Sacred Earth. The forum will run from 1.15pm to 5.30pm at the Hillview Intercultural Community Centre, Bentley. Meet up with people from diverse backgrounds and faith affiliations who share a deep concern for the future wellbeing of the earth and all its
creatures. Register here. |
Fauré RequiemUniting Church in the City (UCIC) presents: The student choirs of Aquinas College, John Septimus Roe Anglican Community School, Scotch College and St George's College UWA combine for an unforgettable performance of Fauré's Requiem. 2024 marks the 100th anniversary since the death of the beloved composer. The concert, curated by UCIC Artist in Residence Alessandro Pittorino, will feature other French music, in the peaceful setting of Wesley Church in the heart of Perth City. Friday 15 November, 7.30pm & Saturday 16 November, 2.00pm & 7.30pm. Uniting Church in the City, Wesley Perth. Tickets and information here. |
- Uniting Church Statements on Nuclear Disarmament (UCA) - 26 September was the UN's International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons. This article has a look at past Uniting Church statements on nuclear disarmament and what you can do for the cause right now.
- Juniper physiotherapy a life changer for Shirley (Juniper) - Taking part in a home physiotherapy program with Juniper has energised Shirley McGladdery and helped this youngest member of WA’s Shirley Club regain more than her independence.
- Developing Leaders - The Uniting Centre for Education and Formation (UCEF) are holding a Developing Leaders workshop on Thursday 10 October from 9.00am to 12.00pm at South Perth Uniting Church. Explore practical ways of raising leaders in local congregations. Facilitated by Rev. Adam Low from Uniting Church in Australia, Queensland Synod. Registrations are $25. Register online here.
Family Fun Night - NorthWay Uniting Church and Trinity North Uniting Church invite you to a Family Fun Night on Friday 11 October 2024 at Cousins Hall, St Stephen’s School, Duncraig starting at 6pm. This will be a social family fun night of dancing, games, raffles, prizes and a live band in attendance. BYO food and drinks. Tickets are $15, with proceeds going towards the mission outreach of both churches.
Uniting Aid Annual Public Meeting - You are warmly invited to attend the Uniting Aid Annual Public Meeting to hear of their services to help the disadvantaged people living within the City of Stirling. Guest speaker will be John McKechnie KC, AO. Friday 18 October, 2.00pm, Church of Christ, 2 Apara Way, Nollamara. RSVP to Bonnie by 10 October - admin@unitingaid.org.au
Charity Gala Concert - featuring the Perth Male Voice Choir and Circle of Friends Ladies Choir, Sunday 27 October, 3.00pm at St Stephen's School Theatre, Duncraig. This wonderful afternoon of music and song is organised by Northway Uniting Church Caring Hands in conjunction with Joondalup CWA to raise funds for Grandcarers WA (Grandparents Raising Grandchildren). Tickets are available from Trybooking.
October
- Saturday 5 October, 9.00am to 12.00pm. Kalamunda Market Day at Kalamunda Uniting Church.
- Sunday 6 October, 1.00pm. Trek for Timor South West at Crooked Brook Forest, Ferguson Valley.
- Thursday 10 October, 9.00am to 12.00pm. Developing Leaders at South Perth Uniting Church.
- Friday 11 October, 6.00pm. Family Fun Night at Cousins Hall, St Stephen's School, Duncraig.
- Saturday 12 October, 9.00am to 2.00pm. Safe Church Awareness Workshop at Immanuel Methodist Church, Manning
- Friday 18 October, 10.00am to 12.30pm. UCAF Annual Fellowship Day at Noranda Uniting Church.
- Friday 18 October, 2.00pm. Uniting Aid Annual Public Meeting at Nollamara Church of Christ
- Saturday 19 October, 12.00pm to 3.00pm. Justice Hive at Djidi Djidi Training Space, Uniting WA.
- Friday 25 October, 9.00am to 2.00pm. Safe Church Awareness Workshop at Margaret River Uniting Church.
- Sunday 27 October, 3.00pm. Charity Gala Concert at St Stephen's School Theatre, Duncraig.
- Tuesday 29 October, 9.00am to 12.00pm. Uniting Church Mentor Training at Leeming Uniting Church.
This week we pray for:
Armadale, Mundijong and Gosnells Uniting Churches; and the Tapu Niue Faith Community
Kiribati Uniting Church
Job opportunities within the Uniting Church WA
Human Resources Officer
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Human Resource Officer to join the Secretariat team at the Uniting Church in Australia, Synod of WA. This position will be based at the Uniting Church Centre in East Perth and is a permanent part time position (up to 0.6fte).
Applications close 5.00pm, 11 October 2024
Ministry Placement – Full Time Minister/Pastor, Lighthouse Geraldton
Lighthouse congregation is a multi-generational, contemporary, and evangelical congregation of the Uniting Church, located in Geraldton, a large coastal city 420kms north of Perth, Western Australia.
Applications close - 23 October 2024
Ministry Placement – Wagin Group of Congregations
Applications are invited for a Full-Time Minister to fill a vacant placement at Wagin Group of Congregations, Wagin.
Applications close - 23 October 2024
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