Gippsland revisited – journey through the broken heart of Eastern Victoria
This time last year all we could talk about was the devastating effects brought about by something beyond our control. No, it wasn’t COVID, it was the bushfires.
Minister tells of bushfire heartbreak and hope
As parts of Victoria burned uncontrollably over the New Year period, Rev Jennie Gordon was one of the volunteer chaplains deployed to assist those in need.
Church rallies to help bushfire-devastated areas
In partnership with Uniting Vic.Tas, our Synod continues to be actively involved in assisting communities ravaged by the current bushfires.
Moderator’s bushfire pastoral letter and prayers
Synod of Victoria and Tasmania Moderator Rev Denise Liersch has updated her pastoral letter in response to the catastrophic bushfires.
Bushfire beatitude for East Gippsland – Jennie Gordon
Presbytery of Gippsland Minister Rev Jennie Gordon offers this prayer of blessing from the centre of the East Gippsland fire zone for all affected by the bushfire crisis.
On the frontline of East Gippsland bushfire defence
Longtime Bairnsdale UC member Alan Cracknell is typical of those prepared to swap their Sunday best for the yellow uniform of volunteer firefighters whenever the need arises.
Call for support after disasters
Uniting Church in Australia President Stuart McMillan has asked church members to give generously to communities affected by bushfires and cyclones.
When disaster strikes
Book | Working with Disaster – Clergy & Bushfires Review by Ros Marsden “The people I met that very first night. Their faces still haunt me; burnt, covered in ash. A local family. Going up the mountain the next week.
