Hobart church service marks historic milestone
Faith community members in Tasmania had plenty to celebrate last Sunday as they gathered to mark the 200th anniversary of the arrival of Methodist mission to the Apple Isle.
Refugee and Asylum Seeker Emergency Appeal
Uniting Vic.Tas is calling for volunteers to assist refugees and asylum seekers about to be released from community detention with accommodation and employment.
Ethical gift guide: how to make your present go a little further
Christmas is almost upon us and there is nothing better than the gift of giving during this special time of year. Even better, your gift for that special person can help others less fortunate.
Why we should embrace the advantages of virtual worship
Our traditional understandings of worship are being challenged, but that doesn’t mean we should be wary of them. These conversations are necessary for the church to move forward.
NAIDOC Week 2020 reflection
Leprena Centre Manager Alison Overeem has written a poetic reflection for NAIDOC Week, asking that we learn the history of First Peoples and hear and honour their stories.
Write of Passage: Rev David Fotheringham
"I'm all too aware that it is often the difficult things that we need to work through that become the greatest sources of growth for us," David writes
Learnings from leading funerals during lockdown
Claire Dawe says “this has been a difficult time, but I am continually reminded of the importance of being present in whatever way possible, as well as the power of words of scripture.
Anniversary service for child sex abuse survivors
The Church has recorded a service for congregations and faith communities who wish to mark the anniversary of the National Apology to Survivors of Institutional Child Sexual Abuse.
Why we should prioritise prayer practice
Rev Sally Douglas says "while it might be assumed that prayer is ‘natural’, this not mean that prayer is easy.
Comparing Victoria and Tasmania’s pandemic experience
Little separates Victoria and Tasmania geographically, but thanks to the pandemic they have been worlds apart for most of this year.
Colac’s rollercoaster experience of COVID-19
Colac escaped relatively unharmed during the first lockdown in Victoria. But that wasn’t the case second time around. Here’s what happened next.
Why we should seek happiness through helping others
Moderator Denise Liersch encourages us to find our way through difficult times by turning our focus to others around us, knowing we are part of a community, turning our hearts and love toward each other.