UC e-News 1st February 2022
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1st February 2022
A note from the Moderator
Today marks the second anniversary of the first recorded COVID-19 case in South Australia, and the time we started making adjustments in our lives in response to the impact of COVID on our world. Read more
Spotlight
Religious leaders launch campaign to end indefinite detention in wake of Djokovic saga
Australia’s religious leaders have launched a campaign calling on Scott Morrison and Anthony Albanese to work together to release asylum seekers in detention following the Novak Djokovic saga that drew international attention to their plight. Read more
COVID Compliance FAQs update
The COVID Compliance FAQs for Places of Worship has been updated and the latest version is available on the Synod website at this link.
Event highlight
Ecumenical International Women's Day Breakfast
Churches Together SA invites all women to an 'Ecumenical Women's Day Breakfast' to celebrate the Women of the Bible on Friday, 4th March, 2022 from 7.00 am - 9.00 am at the Cachemira Cafe, 137 Magill Road, Stepney. Speaker: Rev Professor Vicky Balabanski. Cost: $40 per person. Register at this link
Online eSafety Webinar
Are you an adult who is a youth leader or involved in youth activities within the Church? Join this free eSafety webinar hosted by the National Safe Church Unit in partnership with the Office of the eSafety Commissioner. Read more
- COVID Update
- CALD-Intercultural Ministry Research Report released
- CMLA Planning Day
- Commissioning of Rev Sue Ellis as President of the Uniting Church Fellowship & Ministry Support (UCFAMS)
- UnitingWorld Tonga Tsunami Disaster Appeal
- Multicultural Grants Open
- Synod Meeting 2022
- Reading 'The Church as Salt'
- Online eSafety webinar
- Ecumenical International Women's Day Breakfast
- Embracing Now: Being a People of Hope Spiritual Retreat
- Prayers for the Uniting Aboriginal and Islander Christian Congress (UAICC)
Pews Available
Reflection of the week
Chosen and known, loved and understood. Before we even enter this world, we are cherished by God. Such good news! As we step into this New Year that again is already in a frazzled state, let us not be afraid to speak the Good News.
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Prayer points
This week we pray for:
- All members of the Uniting Church acknowledged in the recent Australia Day Honours for 2022 and all in the church who give their time and service in worship and commitment to their communities
- All communities across South Australia cut off by the recent flooding
- All people currently battling COVID - that they may have a speedy and safe recovery.
COVID-19 update
The Synod of SA is adapting and responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. For all current updates please visit the Synod website COVID page at this link.
Our Strategic Priorities
The Uniting Church Synod of SA has embarked on a journey to identify its key missional priorities and directions for the next 3-5 years. Read more
Upcoming Events
Please note, many gatherings of people in SA may be further impacted by recent COVID-19 restrictions. The list below is the most up-to-date information available at the time of publication and may be subject to change.
Positions & Placements vacant
Placements News is available here.
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