UC e-News 20th September 2022
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20th September 2022
In Memoriam
We give thanks for the life of Queen Elizabeth II and for her unfailing commitment to duty during her lifetime. Our prayers and thoughts are extended to the members of the Royal family at this time and to the people of the United Kingdom and all across the world impacted by her passing. May she rest in God's peace.
Wool Donations
The Women’s Prison is seeking donations of wool and stuffing and is currently in need of any and all colours; but also a big need for reds and black as production of crotchet poppies for Remembrance Day in November is in full swing. Read more
Call for Auditors
The Uniting Church SA Synod Financial Services Team currently requires additional assistance from suitably qualified auditors (CPA, CA or Registered Company Auditor) to provide audit services to Uniting Church SA congregations and other entities. Read more
UCA Resources at MediaCom
Through the UCA Act2 project, members of the Uniting Church, its congregations, agencies, and schools are invited to engage in a conversation about the future to which God is calling our Church, the Assembly invites us to get involved by:
- Reading the latest report, Considering Afresh Our Life Together
- Reflecting with others on the ‘Basis of Union’ and reconnecting with our theological identity.
As publisher for the Uniting Church in Australia, MediaCom Education has many resources that speak to the UCAs theology, ministry, administration and identity. Read more
Event highlights
Rest and Wonder Retreat - Renewal
A time for creative community, songwriters, poets, writers, visual and performing artists.
Be inspired and renewed by the Adelaide Hills. Take time to be creative, reflect and be spiritually nurtured in this retreat. Immerse yourself in this opportunity, wander the gardens, walk the labyrinth, enjoy being part of a creative community. Sean Gilbert will lead us as we take time out and re-invest in our inner-lives and creative endeavours.
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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:
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Assembly Update
News highlights from the Assembly of the Uniting Church in Australia this week include:
The History that guides our future
Celebrating the Wisdom of older people
That's a wrap from the World Council of Churches 11th Assembly
- UCA Resources at MediaCom
- Call for Auditors
- September Creation Care Guide - A letter writing Climate Action
- Life FM Community Festival
- Expression of Interest - Synergy Committee
- New opportunities for welcoming refugees in local communities
- Connecting with Ancestors Retreat
- COVID-19 Update
- Thuruna Campsite - 60th Anniversary - Save the Date!
- Season of Creation 2022 Worship Resources available now
- World Week for Peace in Palestine and Israel
- Request for Wool
- Willunga Uniting Church Cemetery
Reflection of the week
In Mirabai Starr’s book ‘Saint John of the Cross: Luminous Darkness,’ she highlights four major themes found in the writings of John of the Cross (1542–1591): longing, silence, unknowing and love. This week’s meditation focuses on these four enduring mystical themes. We begin with a reflection from Father Richard on his own experience of God:
The divine-human love affair really is a reciprocal dance. Sometimes, in order for us to step forward, the other partner must step away a bit. The withdrawal is only for a moment, and its purpose is to pull us toward him or her—but it doesn’t feel like that in the moment. It feels like our partner is retreating. Or it just feels like suffering. Read more
Prayer points
This week we pray:
- For those who live in feat and are impacted by violence and terrorism
- For just and peaceful relations between all cultures and ethnic groups
- For the people of the United Kingdom, Commonwealth countries and others across the world as they mourn the passing of Queen Elizabeth II.
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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