UC e-News 19th April 2022 No images? Click here 19th April 2022Rev Sue Page wins prestigious Defence AwardPosted to No. 24 Squadron at RAAF Base Edinburgh in South Australia, Sue’s commitment to professional development was recently recognised when she won a coveted Defence 2022 Prince of Wales Award. Read more Image source: Chaplain Squadron Leader Sue Page conducts the prayer of dedication during the unveiling of the P-8A Poseidon at its new home at RAAF Base Edinburgh. Photo: Corporal Craig Barrett God in every act photo challengeWhat does God look like through your lens? Ahead of the reconvened 16th Assembly meeting, we're inviting you to snap and share photos that tell a story about how God is with you in your life. When do you see God in the world? How does the Spirit move in your world? Read our story for inspiration, post on social media using #godineveryact and tag us: @unitingchurchau. Read more Countdown to the 16th Assembly (reconvened meeting)In just one month, the 16th Assembly meeting will be reconvened. Assembly members will regather in person from 6th-9th May 2022 on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland. Uniting Church in Australia President Rev Sharon Hollis invites the Church to pray for the Assembly meeting in this short video message. View more
Event highlightsYarning on CountryAs well as the Surrender events at Marion (the Justice Afternoon Tea and the main gathering, Surrender in Tarntanya:22, in the evening), there is also a ‘Yarning on Country’ event being held on Saturday 23rd April. Heading out to Raukkan to have a yarn with beloved friends, Sean Weetra and Jordan Sumner. Gather at 10.30 am at Raukkan and spend the day connecting with country, hearing more from Sean and Jordan about their work in the Raukkan community, and what creation care and stewardship look like for them. Read more During these difficult times we are pleased to provide you with resources for worship leaders to use to encourage people to worship and pray together as a gathered community or at home. These resources have been prepared by Rev Cheryl Wilson: Assembly UpdateNews highlights from the Assembly of the Uniting Church in Australia this week include: Easter reflections from our bush chaplains 2022 ANZAC Day ResourcesFor your diary! A short worship resource is being prepared for Uniting Church communities to mark ANZAC Day, and will be available in the week before ANZAC Day for use in worship on Sunday 24 April.
Reflection of the weekJesus’ call throughout his teaching resounds with holding firm to faith in God. Good Friday echoes injustice, suffering, hardship, affliction and trauma. Absurd and unfounded accusations, followed by unjust decisions result in harsh and violent outcomes, all due to humanity’s worst traits. This echoes the human story. Prayer pointsThis week we pray for:
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