Project demands climate action
Johnsonville Uniting Church members are part of a joint effort, which will culminate at COP31 in November, raising awareness about the climate emergency facing Kiribati, Vanuatu, the Solomon Islands and Samoa.
Programs support refugees
As Refugee Week commences on Sunday (June 14), Act for Peace reminds us what can be achieved when communities come together to support refugees.
Deepfakes can cause harm
In his regular Crosslight column, Senior Social Justice Advocate, Dr Mark Zirnsak, outlines the real harm being caused by the emergence of deepfake material on online platforms.
New ways of gathering
In Ballarat and Castlemaine, emerging communities of faith are taking shape – less defined by buildings or tradition, and more by connection, exploration and shared experience.
White church’s proud history
For 165 years, a church has stood on the corner of Kingston and Old Dandenong roads in Heatherton, and records show it is the area's oldest building.
Building homes and communities
Across regional Victoria, church communities and Uniting Housing are transforming underused land into architecturally designed homes that lower barriers, restore stability and respond to one of the most urgent social pressures of our time.
Prayer shawl helps healing
When violence at Bondi Beach prompted swift interpretation and blame, Kate Thompson focused on something else – how people respond, and what that reveals about community, history and care.
Music to our ears
Judy Grimm started playing the organ at Bordertown Methodist Church as a 15-year-old in 1951 and is still going strong 75 years later.
Apology lit a fire for Laura
Prime Minister Kevin Rudd’s 2008 apology to the Stolen Generations proved to be a pivotal moment for Australian National University Associate Professor Laura Rademaker, who presented the first Northey Lecture for 2026 in late February.
The Narrow Bridge
The Narrow Bridge Free Film screening and Discussion A story of loss, courage and human connection When: Tuesday 30 June, 7 pm – 9 pm Where: Essendon North Uniting Church, 132 Keilor Road, Essendon North “The Narrow Bridge” follows four individuals whose lives have been shattered by conflict in the Middle East –…
Live reading of Mark’s Gospel
In a candle lit church, gather with others to hear the whole of Mark’s Gospel read aloud in one evening. There will be mulled wine, space for reflection, and gentle silence. Whether you are spiritual-not-religious, part of a faith community, or simply curious to hear this ancient text come alive, you are welcome. Where:…
