Two million people stranded without essential support
COVID-19 has left the more than two million people living in Australia on temporary visas without access to essential government services and with no way to get home.
What does trusting yourself to God look like right now?
St Andrew’s Gardiner UC minister Rev Ajub Jahja reflects on the function of faith during this pandemic. “Faith is important, but so is reason,” he says.
Coping with COVID-19: Rev Alex Sangster
Rev Alex Sangster shares how St Andrews UC, Fairfield, a normally “low tech” congregation, has adjusted to online church and why she’s swapped the church building for her living room.
Easter Sunday still blooming marvellous
Even COVID-19 couldn't keep Penguin Uniting Church member Lynn Templar from bringing hope to her community through the traditional flowering of the cross.
Moderator asks us to tap into hope this Easter
Moderator Denise Liersch says the Easter story shows us how to hope in the midst of a fearful situation. "Jesus brings hope in a different way of living amidst the turmoil and anxiety.
Coping with COVID-19: Jo Austin
Children’s support worker Jo Austin talks about her weekly Sunday FEASTs, which provide nourishment of a different kind for families, and what is the most challenging part of her job now that people are house-bound.
Minister tells of bushfire heartbreak and hope
As parts of Victoria burned uncontrollably over the New Year period, Rev Jennie Gordon was one of the volunteer chaplains deployed to assist those in need.
Moderator shares an Easter reflection
Moderator Rev Denise Liersch reminds us to look to Jesus for a way forward during this time of seismic upheaval.
Coping with COVID-19: Rev Beth Bear
What’s a “Chapel bite”? It’s one of school chaplain Rev Beth Bear’s clever innovations to help her keep in touch with the students at The Scots School, Albury.
President’s plea to look after those left in limbo
UCA President Deidre Palmer has asked the Prime Minister not to abandon those left stranded in Australia without income or health care coverage during the COVID-19 crisis.
Moderator’s pastoral letter on COVID-19 pandemic
Synod of Victoria and Tasmania Moderator Rev Denise Liersch has sent out a pastoral letter in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
How to live stream a worship service or church event
Here are some simple guides to help congregations or other church groups live stream worship services and other events during the Coronavirus crisis.