Climate change catastrophes ‘demand action’
A conference on the religious response to the climate emergency has called for people of faith to mobilise and act as evidence makes clear the catastrophic effects of global warming.
Pilgrim students recognised at valedictory service
Pilgrim Theological College farewelled 44 departing students, six of whom were exiting candidates for ministry, at a Valedictory Service on 31 October.
UnitingCare endorses Aged Care Royal Commission report
UnitingCare Australia has welcomed the Interim Report of the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety as an important step towards combatting ageism and recognising the inherent value and potential of each indi
Double Take: Anne Warren and Alison Overeem
Kingston Uniting Church member Anne Warren and Leprena Centre Manager Alison Overeem talk about their friendship and walking together as First and Second Peoples.
My life as a prison chaplain – Deborah Kottek Q&A
Rev Deborah Kottek spends a lot of time behind bars but doesn’t see the high walls, barbed wire and handcuffs. Instead, she sees people, humanity and hope. People worth helping.
Using church property to build mission work
To grasp fresh opportunities sometimes you need to let go of what you have. Manningham and Ballarat are benefitting from the sale of underutilised assets.
The many ways and meanings of prayer
Most of us are taught from an early age to pray, to talk to God and give thanks, maybe even ask if a wish can be granted.
Men’s Sheds and the tools for better mental health
If you haven’t experienced mental illness chances are the person next to you has. It’s that common. But for many salvation can be found in a Shed.
Why we must reject consumerist culture
Sally Douglas on why the amplification of the message that the good life is made up of consuming, achieving and being seen and liked is a problem.
Samuel Manhom: How I survived war, famine and crocodiles
Samuel Manhom spent his first 24 years surrounded by civil war. But the former Lost Boy has finally found a place to call home. Here is his remarkable story.
Joan Wright Howie’s SWell art of spiritual expression
If you’re religious you’re spiritual, but the reverse doesn’t necessarily apply. Joan Wright Howie is interested in the space that overlaps.
Laura Mazza: I won’t let depression defeat me
Depression can strike anyone, any time, anywhere – something Laura Mazza knows only too well. But this mother of three is determined to fight back.