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25.01.2022 Bethel Centre counsellor Julie McDonald says seeking help doesn’t imply there is a flaw in a person’s faith. Nobody’s relationship to their faith is perfect all the time. We all fall and we all have challenges.

25.01.2022 45 years ago Manningham Uniting Church member Frank Johnston helped save the Shrine of Remembrance's annual Ray of Light ceremony. Every year since then, he has continued to ensure its smooth running. #RemembranceDay

25.01.2022 What is God calling you to do with your life? President Dr Deidre Palmer will explore exactly that in a series of three one-hour webinars this Saturday October 3 from 1-5pm AEST.

23.01.2022 Many of life's major milestones happen before we hit 30 - first job, getting hitched, having a baby. But this year, those milestones aren’t what they used to be and young people are suffering as a consequence.

23.01.2022 The aged care sector has been hit hard by Victoria’s second wave of COVID-19 and there have been few good news stories in this area. However, Uniting AgeWell has so far managed to keep its residents and clients safe and supported. You can read about its good work in the October edition of Crosslight, which is now available online here: https://issuu.com/ucavictas/docs/2020cross_oct_flipbook

23.01.2022 A new resource provides vital information and guidance for ministers and lay leaders to begin the healing process after a disaster. https://victas.uca.org.au/resources-help-healing-in-times-/

23.01.2022 Today (June 22) marks the 44th anniversary of the formation of the Uniting Church in Australia and, last Sunday, Moderator Denise Liersch joined Ministers Graham Bartley, from Coatesville, Heeyoung Lim, from Leighmoor, and Jay Robinson, from Murrumbeena, in a special gathering marking a wonderful coming together of congregations for the first time.

22.01.2022 Are you aged between 18 and 25 and passionate about helping the Uniting Church make change for the better. If so, National Assembly President Deidre Palmer would love to hear your thoughts during her President’s Roundtable. Recent COVID-19 restrictions and uncertainty around physical gatherings mean the conversation with Deidre will now take place on Zoom on Saturday and Sunday, June 19 and 20 from 7.30pm. https://victas.uca.org.au//presidents-roundtab/2021-06-18/

22.01.2022 Why do some people with mental health issues feel marginalised by the Church, and what can we do to correct that? https://crosslight.org.au/2021//09/the-right-frame-of-mind/

22.01.2022 UCA President Dr Deidre Palmer welcomed the Federal Government’s commitment to invest in jobs and recovery measures but says the 2020 Budget is a missed opportunity to #BuildBackBetter from COVID-19. Read her response here: https://uniting.church/budget-lacks-vision/

20.01.2022 Moderator Denise Liersch has penned a pastoral letter during lockdown reminding us of Paul’s second letter to the Corinthians. Sometimes when we are in the midst of tough life experiences we can be more deeply in touch with our hearts than when life is running smoothly. https://victas.uca.org.au/lockdown-pastoral-letter-from-mo/

17.01.2022 Three congregations with a 'shared commitment around mission’ have joined forces to build a better future. https://crosslight.org.au//06/23/amalgamation-right-on-kew/

17.01.2022 With your support, Uniting Vic.Tas will continue its outstanding work and help more than 9000 families in crisis this winter. https://crosslight.org.au/2021/06/24/cold-comfort-for-many/

16.01.2022 The annual Time for Remembering ceremony invites people to come together to commemorate loved ones lost and injured on our roads, give thanks for those who survived, and pay tribute to all who work tirelessly to reduce the road toll. This year the 20th annual ceremony will be held via Zoom on November 15 from 12pm-1.30pm. Click the below link to register. https://events.humanitix.com/time-for-remembering

14.01.2022 Rev Sally Douglas encourages us to prioritise prayer practice. "We are doing ourselves, and one another, a disservice when we do not create spaces to safely discuss prayer, to experiment with prayer practices, to fall over, to learn and to be supported," she says.

14.01.2022 A call for action has been issued as ongoing human rights abuses continue to be a stain on democracy in the Philippines. https://victas.uca.org.au/deadly-fight-for-rights-in-the-p/

13.01.2022 Australia's oldest and largest theological school is about to take the exciting step of launching its own Indigenous Studies Centre. https://crosslight.org.au/.../new-centre-promotes-old.../

13.01.2022 The October edition of Crosslight is now available in an easy-to-access, reader-friendly digital flipbook. It features an array of engaging stories including an in-depth look at how the extended lockdowns in Victoria have impacted on some precious, once-in-a-lifetime moments for young people.

12.01.2022 Lessons learnt during lockdown are driving new ways of worship, says Rev Mat Harry. https://crosslight.org.au/2021/06/11/time-for-a-change/

12.01.2022 A new initiative is using underutilised assets to fund mission and ministry and future-proof congregations. https://victas.uca.org.au/financial-program-offers-a-cents/

10.01.2022 Leprena Centre Manager Alison Overeem has written a poetic reflection for NAIDOC Week, which begins on Sunday. This year’s theme is Always Was, Always Will Be.

09.01.2022 Are you interested in creating online faith communities for transformative ministry? Here’s an opportunity to learn from experts in the field about planting and developing a digital church community. You can choose to attend every Wednesday for five weeks (starting October 7) or to join the four-day intensive (November 4-7). For more information, email [email protected].

09.01.2022 The latest edition of Crosslight was printed before Victoria was forced into lockdown and will be distributed to all of its normal destinations in the coming week. The feature story details how three congregations came together to build a better future and there is also a story on how the lessons learnt in lockdown are driving new ways of worship. You can access the June edition online from the link below: https://e.issuu.com/embed.html

08.01.2022 Head of Pilgrim Theological College, Sean Winter talks about his role and what the college offers to students. https://victas.uca.org.au/you-learn-something-new-every-day/

03.01.2022 Indigenous academic and theologian Dr Anne Pattel-Gray will draw on First Nations creation stories and experiences when she presents the first Northey Lecture for 2021, Red Ochre Theology. Anne’s lecture starts at 7pm on July 22 at the Centre for Theology and Ministry in Parkville and will also be shown online via Zoom. https://pilgrim.edu.au//red-ochre-theology-northey-lectur/

01.01.2022 Little separates Victoria and Tasmania geographically, but thanks to the pandemic they have been worlds apart for most of this year. Crosslight compares the COVID-19 experience in both states.

01.01.2022 As Australians celebrate their national day, two outstanding men are leading the fight to ensure Aboriginal voices are heard loud and clear. https://victas.uca.org.au/its-time-their-voices-were-heard/

01.01.2022 June Flowers, organist at St John's Co-operating Church, Neerim South, turned 94 on 15 November. It marked the completion of 82 years at the organ, since she began playing for services at the age of twelve. Photographed are Beth Delzoppo (left) and Gwen Chapman (right) presenting a cake to June (middle) on behalf of the congregation.