NCCA Newsletters (2320)
Children categories
Training update - Grooming Awareness
Three new safeguarding webinars available from the NCCA and Catholic Professional Standards (CPSL). We have worked collaboratively to design resources to help faith communities across Australia keep children safe and protected in faith organisations.
It is obvious COVID-19 has rendered the vulnerable much more vulnerable.
Notes by Bishop Huggins from webinars hosted by Christian Conference of Asia:
- 30 April 2020 - The Plight of Migrant Workers During the COVID-19 Crisis
- 7 May 2020 - How Churches in Asia are responding to the COVID-19 Crisis
Who misses out on access to COVID-19 safety net
- Victorian support for people on temporary visas
- ACOSS Briefing
- #NobodyLeftBehind
Two funding opportunities are available for Christian women
- ADM’s Annual Funding Event - deadline extended to 21 May 2020
- ADM Fellowships - Applications opening soon
14 May 2020
People of faith around the world are encouraged to pray for global relief.
In response to the Covid-19 crisis, the Higher Committee of Human Fraternity has called for a day of “prayer and supplication” to God for an end to the pandemic.
Christians Leaders comment on the new App
NCCA's President, Bishop Philip Huggins and a variety of Christian Church leaders throughout Australia have expressed their thoughts on the new App.
Embracing the Other
This resource has been produced by a team from Churches Together in England. It is a valuable tool for those considering organising a course on Receptive Ecumenism for groups of people from different church traditions.
Nationwide Multi Faith Service for the Climate 15 May 2020.
Australian Religious Response to Climate Change (ARRCC) invites you to be at the forefront of climate action in Australia. In this time of extreme adversity, people of faith can join together in the spirit of love, reverence and compassion.
Migrant workers bear the brunt of the COVID-19 crisis
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic that the world is grappling with today, the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) initiated a series of virtual conferences focusing on pertinent issues and challenges related to the COVID-19 crisis.
Ramadan Conversations
You are invited to tune into the online "Ramadan Conversations" organised by Affinity. Episodes are to be broadcast live throughout Ramadan between 7-8 pm AEST
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NCCA President reflects on Emmaus Sunday, invites us to use the Jesus Prayer and says a few words for Anzac Day.
"A time of memories, of sorrow and gratitude; a time for prayers."
The Glenburnie Program - Last week for applications
This funding program is intended to “provide resources for the churches and the community on issues relating to a just, participatory and sustainable society."
Closing date for applications: 30 April 2020.
Current News on visa holders and asylum seekers:
- Refugee Council of Australia - NobodyLeftBehind
- Tasmania announces $3 million package to support visa holders
- Plants as Partners - encouraging story from Collins Street Baptist Church
