Unity in diversity

A video produced by the Assembly’s Formation, Education and Discipleship unit asked Uniting Church youth ministry leaders what they appreciate about the Church.

August Crosslight now available

More than 300 members of the Uniting Church in Australia met last month at the 14th triennial Assembly, held in Perth. Church gatherings such as this represent a microcosm of issues facing society.

Assembly overview

By NIGEL TAPP Some within the Uniting Church would deride the triennial Assembly gathering as a bit of talkfest. Yes, there is a lot of talking throughout the six days as the members deal with a range of issues.

Cecil: a signpost on conservation

The recent outcry following the killing of a Zimbabwean lion has highlighted shifting attitudes towards conservation and animal rights.

Trafficking report

The latest Trafficking in Persons Report has renewed the focus on international efforts to combat human trafficking and modern-day slavery.

Faith and climate change

UnitingJustice national director Rev Elenie Poulos recently discussed the role of religion in climate change on ABC’s Compass.

King’s man

It is not every day you receive an invitation to crown the ruling monarch of another nation. But that was the honour recently bestowed upon former Uniting Church president Rev Dr D’Arcy Wood.