Strong support ends day two

Day two of Synod 2025 has ended this evening, featuring support from the Moderator for those impacted by today's anti-immigration march, a Tributes Service and address from President Rev Charissa Suli.

President delivers report

President Rev Charissa Suli has delivered her report at Synod 2025, calling on Uniting Church members in Victoria and Tasmania to embrace the opportunity offered by becoming a fully multicultural Church.

New Moderator marks day one

The installation of Rev Salesi Faupula was the highlight of today’s opening day of Synod 2025, the four-day gathering of Uniting Church members from Victoria and Tasmania, which continues until Tuesday.

Ex-Moderator offers thanks

Rev David Fotheringham has ended his term as Moderator, thanking Uniting Church members in Victoria and Tasmania for the privilege of serving them faithfully in the role over the past three years.

Synod installs new Moderator

The Synod has a new Moderator, with Rev Salesi Faupula installed into the role at Kingswood College in Box Hill this morning.

Good friends unite in faith

Former ‘Catholic Advocate’ managing editor Peter Lalor Philp writes about the wonderful connection around faith he has forged with Fish Creek Uniting Church minister Rev Jim Murray.

New voice for inclusion

Elga Rodriguez recently stepped into the role of Disability Inclusion Advocate within the Synod of Victoria and Tasmania, and outlines what she hopes to bring to the important role.

The future of humanity

As change continues at an alarming rate throughout the world, a growing field of inquiry is exploring existential risk, and the gravest threats currently facing mankind.

Messy Church means business

Rev Sandy Brodine outlines some of the highlights of the international Messy Church Conference 2025 and the reasons why Messy Church continues to thrive around the world.

Pilgrim builds on reputation

As Pilgrim Theological College marks its 10th anniversary, Acting Head of College Philip Hughes outlines the important role the college plays in research.

Non-violence and change

Non-violent resistance movements are far more likely to succeed than those that rely on killing, writes Senior Social Justice Advocate Mark Zirnsak.

AgeWell across major changes

The Aged Care Act 2024 will become law on November 1, meaning some major changes within the aged care sector. Uniting AgeWell has a wealth of information and expertise to pass on to aged care customers about the changes.