Bushfire beatitude for East Gippsland – Jennie Gordon
Presbytery of Gippsland Minister Rev Jennie Gordon offers this prayer of blessing from the centre of the East Gippsland fire zone for all affected by the bushfire crisis.
Sex, sin, shame and the virgin birth – Robyn Whitaker
Using the virgin birth to concoct a doctrine that connected sex with sin has plagued the church for centuries and done untold damage to generations of women in particular, Robyn Whitaker writes.
Christmas quiz – stocking up on festive season facts
Why are there traditionally three wise men? Where does St Nicholas come from? Test out your knowledge with our special Christmas quiz.
An almost infallible charm – The Two Popes review
David Southwell reviews Oscar-nominated film 'The Two Popes'.
The dark side of Christmas – Robyn Whitaker
The Christmas story testifies to a God who enters into a world that was as violent and chaotic as our own, Robyn Whitaker writes.
Moderator’s Christmas message – God here and now
UCA Synod of Victoria and Tasmania Moderator Denise Liersch says the Christmas story is one of God becoming enmeshed in our lives.
Holiday reading guide – six books for summer
Find out what avid UCA booklovers recommend as great reads to get stuck into over the holiday season.
Sharing the blessing of Elizabeth – Write of Passage
Rev Susan Malthouse Law reflects on the very personal reason why Elizabeth's reward is her favourite part of the Advent story.
Wesley Church enters new era of worship and witness
The 161-year-old Wesley Church is welcoming back worshippers after a painstaking period of restoration.
Why we should all get outdoors – Daniel Murray Q&A
UC Camping director Daniel Murray talks about the changing reality of camping and the many benefits of getting outdoors.
On the frontline of East Gippsland bushfire defence
Longtime Bairnsdale UC member Alan Cracknell is typical of those prepared to swap their Sunday best for the yellow uniform of volunteer firefighters whenever the need arises.
The birth of Jesus – what is fact and fiction (probably)
On average, the New Testament is about 300 pages - yet there is still so little we know about the birth of Jesus.