Fire ravages Tasmania
On 4 January, most Australians witnessed horrifying images of a ferocious fire storm which ripped through the sleepy fishing village of Dunalley, which acts as the gateway to the Tasman Peninsula.
Keeping the rumour of God alive
There has been disquiet in the Uniting Church for decades now about the inequities between the independent schools that carry its name and the schools in the government sector.
Seeking justice for all
By Nigel Tapp University student Laura Sykes (pictured) says she simply wants to make a difference for the world’s poor.
Introducing the new Gen Sec
Rev Dr Mark Lawrence might be new to the role of General Secretary of the Synod but he is definitely not new to the Uniting Church.
The F-word out of context: a bridge to nowhere
Some might say the F-word gets thrown around a little too easily in church. Forgiveness. Jesus taught it’s the Christian thing to do.
Jean Russel Yule (née Ward), OAM Activist, Writer, Educator 20 January 1918 – 13 October 2012
Jean Yule, a much loved elder stateswoman of the Uniting Church will be remembered as a passionate advocate for women, for her practical commitment to social justice and her literary contributions to the Presbyterian Ch
Have you heard the people sing?
Set in post-revolutionary France, Les Miserables tells the story of several individuals whose lives intertwine, leading up to the June Rebellion of 1832 (AKA the Paris Uprising).
Creating is believing
By Megan Graham How often do we take time to appreciate our unique and wondrous ability to create something new? Do we value all the steps along the way – the first glimmer of an idea, the way it comes together in our mi
Childhood friends
Eleven-year-old Jemima Taylor recently travelled to India with her mother, Uniting World’s Cath Taylor, and family. Amid the poverty and hardship, she found children who wanted to play and dance – just like her.
How do we fight resident evil?
Protesters call for an end to violence against women in India Violence, particularly sexual abuse, is perhaps one of the most common human rights abuses in the world that leads to the death of many women.
All in readiness for Pancake Day
Preparing for Pancake Day in Launceston on February 12 are (from left): UnitingCare Tasmania Chief Executive Lindy O’Neill, David Miller (Trinity UC) and Shirley Blackman (Pilgrim UC) Throughout the last decade Pancake
Opportunity for singles
The prospect of dating in the over-40 age bracket leaves many weak at the knees. It’s a time when people can find themselves unexpectedly single after divorce or the death of a partner.