Rupanyup church building celebrates 100 years

A little more than a century ago, the foundation stone was laid for the new, brick Rupanyup Methodist Church. The wooden church was moved back on the church block to become the Sunday school.

Henderson farewell

More than four decades in ministry came to an end in December last year when Rev Gregor Henderson (pictured) was farewelled at Canberra’s Wesley Uniting Church.

Sins of the past

Last month marked the first anniversary of the establishment of the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse.

Winning team

Seven educators from two Lentara UnitingCare kindergartens were recognised at the Hume City Council Teachers’ Scholarships in November.

Award music to Rod’s ears

Rev Rod Horsfield (pictured) is a great believer in the power of music and poetry to help people understand and express their faith in Christ.

15 years of listening

Late last year the Village Listening Lounge celebrated its 15th birthday. Situated on the first floor of Corio Village Shopping Centre it’s a place where anyone is welcome to drop in for a free coffee and chat.

Divestment ends

A buoyant property market has enabled the Uniting Church Victoria-Tasmania Synod to conclude its divestment program with a limited impact on existing congregations.

Cheering on charity champions

SHARE hosted an afternoon tea at the synod office chapel in December to celebrate the ongoing work of the SHARE Ambassadors in championing SHARE’s programs and initiatives.

125 years at Montrose

Members and friends, both past and present, celebrated 125 years of worship at the Montrose Uniting Church in November last year.