UC e-News 22nd March 2022
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22nd March 2022
A message from the Association of Ukrainians in SA
You have offered your heart felt support for Ukraine and your support has been overwhelming. As displaced families arrive from Ukraine in the coming days you can help by offering them a safe place to land. Read more
Climate Report: 'They Shall Inherit the Earth'
A new Climate Report entitled They Shall Inherit the Earth for a new conversation about climate change in Christian communities is available now. This is an essential report for all those involved in Church leadership. Read more
Event highlights
Safe Church Training Berri and
Murray Bridge
Safe Church workshops: 'Through their eyes: safe environments for children and young people' and 'Called to Care' are offered in Berri in April and Murray Bridge in June. Registrations essential. Read more
Community Project Grant applications can now be submitted for projects that foster individual and community wellbeing for residents in the Port Adelaide Enfield community. There is up to $7,500 per grant available. 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:
Read more
Assembly Update
News highlights from the Assembly of the Uniting Church in Australia this week include:
Federal Election Resource
Flood Update: The long road to recovery
Going deeper Lenten study: Week 3 out now
A message from the Association of Ukrainians in SA
Thriving in Ministry
Synod Meeting 2022
- New Songbook Launch 'Walk as One!'
- Renewal: An autumn retreat with Sean Gilbert
Need a job - but don't have experience?
Lent Event is coming!
2022 Harmony Week Morning Tea
New Synod Refugee Advocacy Guide
Climate Report: 'They Shall Inherit the Earth'
Safe Church News
COVID Update
Heritage Grants Open
Community Grants Open
- City of Port Adelaide Enfield Community Project Grants
- Highbury Street Fund Grants Open
Breathe - Seeking expressions of interest from artists for August SALA Exhibition
Artist in Residence Week
- 2022 Lent Resource
- One in Worship is back for 2022
Reflection of the week
Richard Rohr describes the paradoxical impact that Paul’s revelation of Christ had for him. His way of thinking and being changed completely:
Meeting the Risen Christ on the road to Damascus changed everything for Paul. He experienced the great paradox that the crucified Jesus was in fact alive! And he, Paul, a ‘sinner,’ was in fact chosen and beloved. This pushed Paul from the usual either/or, dualistic thinking to both/and, mystical thinking.
Prayer points
This week we pray for:
- For a speedy resolution to the conflict in Ukraine
- For all people displaced due to war and conflict
- For South Sudan and our South Sudanese congregation in Elizabeth North
- For all working in crisis and disaster-hit communities that provide support, care and compassion.
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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