Faithful debate bears fruit
Consensus on the Faithful Futures Project and exploring the need to address past injustices suffered by Victoria's First Peoples were all part of deep discussion and discernment on day three of Synod 2025.
Synod told why Treaty matters
A Treaty in Victoria would be a step towards addressing past injustices suffered by indigenous Victorians, members at Synod 2025 were told today.
Strong support ends day two
Day two of Synod 2025 has ended this evening, featuring support from the Moderator for those impacted by today's anti-immigration march, a Tributes Service and address from President Rev Charissa Suli.
President delivers report
President Rev Charissa Suli has delivered her report at Synod 2025, calling on Uniting Church members in Victoria and Tasmania to embrace the opportunity offered by becoming a fully multicultural Church.
Support flows after march
Moderator Rev Salesi Faupula has offered an impassioned show of support for people affected by today's anti-immigration march in Melbourne.
Advocates give peace a voice
Uniting Church members at Synod 2025 heard last night from two peace advocates sending the message and the hope that we can imagine an end to conflict in the Middle East.
New Moderator marks day one
The installation of Rev Salesi Faupula was the highlight of today’s opening day of Synod 2025, the four-day gathering of Uniting Church members from Victoria and Tasmania, which continues until Tuesday.
UAICC forges strong path
In Victoria and Tasmania, the Uniting Aboriginal and Islander Christian Congress continues the journey forged with the Uniting Church through the 1994 Covenant.
Ex-Moderator offers thanks
Rev David Fotheringham has ended his term as Moderator, thanking Uniting Church members in Victoria and Tasmania for the privilege of serving them faithfully in the role over the past three years.
Synod installs new Moderator
The Synod has a new Moderator, with Rev Salesi Faupula installed into the role at Kingswood College in Box Hill this morning.
Good friends unite in faith
Former ‘Catholic Advocate’ managing editor Peter Lalor Philp writes about the wonderful connection around faith he has forged with Fish Creek Uniting Church minister Rev Jim Murray.
New voice for inclusion
Elga Rodriguez recently stepped into the role of Disability Inclusion Advocate within the Synod of Victoria and Tasmania, and outlines what she hopes to bring to the important role.