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Because of her, We can!
Have you marked NAIDOC (National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee) Week this year?
It may be almost over but there are still events being held across the nation to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
How many slaves work for you?
Slavery in the free world. Take the challenge!
Go to slaveryfootprint.org and follow the arrows to discover more and take the survey.
The Living the Change campaign aims to inspire people to make earth-friendly lifestyle choices, and join these with those of thousands of other believers globally. Australian Religious Response to Climate Change (ARRCC) is especially appealing for faith community leaders to champion Living the Change in their communities.
“World Churches Walking Together”
Emily Evans, WCC Executive, Central Committee Member and a member of the Uniting Church in Australia, reflects on her meeting with Pope Francis and the journey of unity with the World Council of Churches.
We have learned over 70 years that human endeavours often fail, but that the grace of the God who is always faithful is with us and will bring to fulfilment the prayer of Jesus “that they may be one”.
Wednesday 22 August 2018, 3.00-5.00pm
Bishop Angaelos, Moderator of Churches Together in Britain and Ireland, and Coptic Orthodox Archbishop of London will be speaking at NCCA-NSWEC offices, Level 7, 379 Kent Street Sydney.
World Council of Churches
WCC Calls for release of archbishops of Aleppo
The World Council of Churches Central Committee issued a statement reiterating its grave concern regarding the alarming and rapidly deteriorating situation of Christians in the Middle East.
South Sudanese churches welcome top leader’s agreement, but warn conflict has expanded
The signing of a permanent ceasefire agreement by the main rivals has been welcomed by South Sudanese churches.
Executive Committee call for a Wider and Contextual Ecumenism
The CCA Executive Committee met at the Armenian Catholicosate of Cilicia in Antelias, Lebanon from 1 to 4 July 2018. The meeting was hosted by the Armenian Orthodox Church in Iran, a CCA member church from the West Asia region.
Abraham Conference 2018 - Parramatta NSW
Pillars of Peace - Jews, Christians and Muslims working together - Sunday 5 August, Parramatta NSW
Don’t miss out on this premier Abrahamic interfaith event in Sydney - book your tickets now!
Panel discussion - “Islam in a secular Society: Individualism vs Communitarianism”, 6-8pm Tuesday 31 July 2018
Many Muslims now live as citizens in Western secular societies where there is a separation of religion from the state.
JMCA Winter Conference - "Listening to God and to each other: Prayer and Dialogue”, Sunday 29-Monday 30 July 2018
Explore the meaning of prayer and learn the skills we need to listen to one another with respect.
Annual Sr Shirley Sedawie Oration, 6pm Sunday 5 August 2018
"The Contribution of Jewish-Christian Dialogue in a World of Fundamentalism and Political Extremism" by Rev’d Dr Michael Trainor AM
| July | |
| 8-15 | NAIDOC Week |
| 14 | Proclamation of ATSI flags as official flags of Australia - 1995 |
| 26 | Emancipation Bill approved, abolishing slavery throughout British Empire - 1833 |
| 29 | National Tree Day |
| 30 | World Day Against Trafficking in Persons |
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On the 70th Anniversary of the World Council of Churches
Gracious God,
Thank you for your Providence, always giving us enough light for our next step.
Along the way, these 70 years, we have discerned, you want us to be a sign of the coming unity of our whole human family.
WALKING, PRAYING AND WORKING TOGETHER – serving justice and peace
The 10th Central Committee meeting of the World Council of Churches (WCC) has been meeting in Switzerland from 15 - 22 June 2108. NCCA’s Interim General Secretary, Liz Stone was in attendance, NCCA being an ecumenical partner to the WCC, and shares her reflections and photo diary with us.
NCCA President responds to US withdrawal of UNHRC
20 June 2018
Bishop Philip Huggins, NCCA President, reflects on his time with the UN Commission on Human Rights last year and laments the withdrawal of the United States from the UN Human Rights Council.
Registrations close: Friday 29 June 2018
Date: Thursday 5 July 10am-3.30pm
Venue: St James Hall, Level 1, 169-171 Phillip Street, Sydney CBD
The formation of young leaders is critical to the future of our churches. What does best practice look like in developing a leadership pipeline? Can we establish a learning community of those involved in youth formation / leadership initiatives?
