News and Notes 16 March 2026

Who is My Neighbour? Prayers for Peace in a Fractured World

An ecumenical Palm Sunday Prayers for Peace gathering is taking place on Sunday 29 March.

The Anglican Social Responsibilities Commission (SRC), in partnership with the Uniting Church WA Social Justice Commission and other ecumenical groups, are hosting an ecumenical Palm Sunday Prayers for Peace gathering on Sunday 29 March starting at 1.00pm. Speakers on the day include Presbytery of WA Chairperson Rev Ken Devereux.

The prayer gathering on the lawn area of St George's Cathedral in Perth is open to all ages, to people of any faith, or none.
The gathering will be a simple, peaceful hour of prayer and reflection, centred on themes of social cohesion, neighbourliness, and healing for our communities.

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Fellowship Newslink - April 2026

The April 2026 edition of Fellowship Newslink is out now.

Newslink is the magazine of the Uniting Church Adult Fellowship WA. Printed copies have been sent out to congregations and subscribers last week via our congregation mailout. The digital version can be viewed online by clicking the link below.

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Safe Church Awareness Workshop

There will be a Safe Church Awareness Workshop taking place on Saturday 9 May 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 by 5 May please contact Kerry Shields, Administrative Support Officer: Culture of Safety, on 9260 9800 or cultureofsafety@wa.uca.org.au

Date - 9 May 2026
Time - 9.00am to 2.00pm
Location - South Mandurah Uniting Church
Cost - $30

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Uniting Church WA Busselton Campsite

Time for a holiday? The Uniting Church WA campsite is located in Siesta Park, Busselton, on the beautiful coastline of Geographe Bay - a great location for a beachside unwind.

Our campsite has 19 powered sites and 7 unpowered sites that can be booked individually by Uniting Church community, employees and agencies.
There is also has a large meeting room, upgraded ablution blocks and an outdoor BBQ area making it ideal for church camps, school groups and ministry retreats.

Sites can now be booked for single night stays (and more). Go to our website to make your next booking! If you would like to make a group booking or have questions contact the Property team - property@wa.uca.org.au or phone 9260 9800.

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Middle East conflict: UCA President urges political leaders to back peace and immediate ceasefire (UCA)

President of the Uniting Church in Australia, Rev Charissa Suli, has written to the Prime Minister, the Leader of the Opposition, the Leader of the Australian Greens and other Australian political party leaders, urging multi-partisan support for the Australian Government to call for peace and an immediate ceasefire across Iran and the wider Middle East. Read Article

International Women’s Day: Access to justice in practice (UnitingCare)

In the care and community services context, balancing the scales means looking beyond formal legal systems to the everyday realities that shape women’s lives. Read Article

New reports expose modern slavery in supply chains (UCA)

The Uniting Church Synod of Victoria and Tasmania in collaboration with Greenpeace have released two new reports shining the light on modern slavery hidden within global supply chains. Read Article

Hope is what we do! UnitingWorld Update Issue 1, 2026 (UnitingWorld)

In the face of humanitarian crises, cuts to foreign aid, and a changing climate, our church partners across Asia, Africa and the Pacific are responding with courage, compassion, and hope. Read how your support is making a difference. Read Article

Dovetales - Extra Copies Available
The March Dovetales news publication has been sent out to congregations, schools and agencies with the Monthly Information Pack. If your congregation or group would like more copies they are available at the Uniting Church Centre in Perth, or if you would like more posted to you please contact Wendy Hendry - communications@wa.uca.org.au or phone 9260 9800.

Presbytery of WA March Meeting
The next meeting of the Presbytery of WA will take place on Saturday 21 March from 9.00am to 4.00pm at Maylands-Mt Lawley Uniting Church. Information about this meeting can be found on our website here. Please keep the members of the Presbytery of WA, the Presbytery committees and support staff in your prayers as they prepare to gather. For enquiries about this upcoming meeting please contact Ned Radov, Presbytery Administration Officer - presadmin@wa.uca.org.au

Annual Meeting for ARRCC WA
The West Australian Chapter of the Australian Religious Response to Climate Change (ARRCC WA) AGM will take place on Tuesday 17 March at 5.30pm. The in-person meeting will be at Quaker Meeting House, 35 Clifton Cres, Mt Lawley from 5.00pm, or you can join online via Zoom. A special opportunity for people who have a concern for our best stewardship of planet earth for the benefit of all people and creatures, arising from spiritual or faith-based commitment. Come together to share, learn and to guide the shape of the Australian Religious Response to Climate Change in WA for the next stage of our life and witness. For more information contact Ken Devereux arrccwa@arrcc.org.au

Rockingham Uniting Church Bible Study Series
Rockingham Uniting Church are taking a journey through the Acts of the Apostles. All are welcome to join these Saturday morning sessions from 14 February to 27 June 2026, 8.00am to 9.00am at the church hall. It will be a safe space to share and reflect. For enquiries contact Rev Samuel Annan - samannan15@gmail.com

Filipino National Conference 2026 - Save the Date
The 2026 Filipino National Conference will be taking place from Friday 30 October to Sunday 1 November 2026 at Quakers Hill Uniting Church, NSW. The theme is 'Paghabi: Weaving our Future with God', Please contact co-chair Rev Sophia Lizares for details - sophia.lizares@gmail.com

March

Tuesday 17 March, 7.00pm to 8.30pm. Funeral Workshop Online.
Friday 20 March, 1.00pm to 1.45pm. Wesley at One: Emily Hobday at Uniting Church in the City, Wesley Perth.
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.
Saturday 28 March, 9.30am to 12.00pm. Community Fun Fair at Willetton Uniting Church, Willetton.
Sunday 29 March. Palm Sunday
Sunday 29 March. Palm Sunday Prayers for Peace at St George's Anglican Cathedral, Perth.