Climate of urgency
This year’s Uniting Earth e-conference focuses on ‘Hope in Action’ as ministers and activists explore community responses to climate change.
Learning literacy from laptops
The Aboriginal Literacy Foundation is going digital with an innovative scheme to deliver one-on-one tutoring to Indigenous students, including those living in remote areas.
Lessons from London in renewing church life
Setting big goals, being decisive, valuing diversity and nurturing leaders are key aspects of creating and renewing churches, according to Anglican Bishop of Islington Ric Thorpe.
Race to the bottom
Queensland Senator Fraser Anning used his first speech to the Australian Senate to lament the demise of "our predominantly European identity".
Tongan tonic for Lorne
Rev Sherryl Smith It was a weekend to remember when Lorne Anglican-Uniting Church hosted six Tongan ministers and their partners late last month.
Mental health first aid and acting early
Early intervention is key to supporting congregation members experiencing mental illness, according to an accredited mental health first aid instructor.
The real rewards of ethical investing
Young people are leading the way in demanding higher ethical standards from businesses, UCA Funds Management investors heard at the annual investor briefing.
Orange is the new purple
Wesley College is known for its distinctive purple uniforms, but orange, blue and yellow have recently been seen all over the Elsternwick campus.
August 2018 Crosslight out now
On this month’s Crosslight cover, prayer ribbons adorn the barbed wire fence of the Demilitarised Zone (DMZ) between North and South Korea.
Moderator and President-elect
Rev Sharon Hollis has stepped into the role of UCA president-elect, with a passionate plea for the church community to be the conduit of God’s grace.
Celebrating a campus centre of faith
Moderator Sharon Hollis joined UCA chaplains and representatives from a broad range of faith traditions to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Monash University Religious Centre last week.
Life in abundance
While the resolution on same-gender marriage dominated headlines, it was just one of many significant decisions and discussions during the 15th Assembly meeting.