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"For where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there among them.” Matthew 18:20
These few words from Jesus mean a lot to us as a promise and assurance.
Prayer to End Family and Domestic Violence from Catholic Social Services Victoria
We long for the time you have promised, when violence is banished...
and the work and wealth of our world is justly shared.
Ways to act for peace this Christmas
There is plenty to feel overwhelmed about – wars, political instability, global hunger, climate change and an unprecedented humanitarian displacement crisis.
One of the most empowering things we can do is to focus on the opportunities within our reach.
Holding the Light Ecumenical Service, 28 November 2024
On 28 November 2024, an Ecumenical Service was held at Wesley Church in Melbourne, remembering victim-survivors of family violence.
The Chinese Methodist Church in Australia
The NCCA joins with the church as they celebrate the 30th Anniversary of their establishment in Australia.
We offer a prayer "that in their growing they will continue to be responsive to God’s Spirit, blessed in their growing by our gracious God and used by Christ for the Glory of God." Rev John Gilmore President NCCA.
Positions vacant
- Ecumenical Enabler for Gender Justice
- Ecumenical Animator Safe Church Ministry
Closing date for applications: 10 December 2024
If it is possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all. Romans 12:18
The need to be right or correct in relation to the other can be a barrier to unity.
Milestone meeting for almost 50 year dialogue
The Australian Lutheran - Roman Catholic dialogues recently held its 200th meeting in Adelaide, South Australia. A dinner was held at the residence of Adelaide's Catholic Archbishop Patrick O'Regan to mark the occasion.
Bear witness. Keep watch. Build Peace.
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called the children of God.” Matthew 5:9
Every day, persecution and human rights abuse destroy people’s lives and fuel conflict in the Holy Land. But your presence can help prevent these injustices.
New from the eSafetyCommissioner
- Webinar: Communication with culturally and linguistically diverse families - Tuesday 26 November
- Resources in up to 28 languages
- Esafety gift guide
- New Online Hub for educators: Young Children in Digital Society
- Safer Internet Day - 11 February 2025
More...
2024 Advent Calendar
Created by Sr Liz Wiemers SGS and graciously shared by Catholic Religious Australia
Advent is just around the corner – let us care for and celebrate our God-given planet.
WCC News
"Our faith calls us to foster Christian unity and proclaim God’s justice in the world.”
Reflects World Council of Churches (WCC) General Secretary, Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay, in his report to the WCC Executive Committee
SAVE THE DATE
Sixth World Conference on Faith and Order
When: 24 to 28 October 2025
Where: St Bishoy Monastery at Wadi El Natrun, near Alexandria, Egypt
Asia Regional Consultation
Gender-Based Violence and Forced Migration of Women: Towards Strengthening Gender Justice Advocacy
For three days, from the 19 to 21 November 2024, over thirty women met at the Bangkok Christian Guest House in Silom, Bangkok to explore the Church’s role in amplifying efforts to create a gender-just community that upholds women’s dignity and rights.
