NCCA Newsletters (2320)
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Vale Jeremy Jones AM
“May his memory be a blessing”
Jeremy Jones is warmly remembered as a “legend” of the Australian Jewish community and for his immense legacy in building relationships across faith and cultural boundaries.
‘...and after the fire a sound of sheer silence.
When Elijah heard it, he wrapped his face in his mantle and went out and stood at the entrance of the cave. Then there came a voice to him that said, ‘What are you doing here, Elijah?’
(I Kings 19:12-13 NRSV)
Here is an invitation – to listen for God in the sound of sheer silence!
8-10 September 2023
“Thus the Lord said, ‘Dispense true justice and practice kindness and compassion, to each other;'" (cf Zechariah 7:9)
As Australians prepare to vote on Saturday 14 October 2023, Christian and other faith communities will hold a weekend of prayer, reflection and meditation for unity, hope and respect in the lead-up to the Voice Referendum on 14 October, 2023.
Trek for Refugees
Join Act for Peace in April 2024 on the Trek for Refugees.
Spend five unforgettable days trekking the iconic Flinders Ranges in South Australia, while walking in solidarity with refugees and people who have been forcibly displaced from their homes due to conflict and disaster.
National Child Protection Week – 3-9 September 2023
Theme: “Where we start matters” Message: “Every child in every community needs a fair go”.
- Child Safe Sunday 2023 - Prayer: Uniting Church National Safe Church Unit
- Make a pledge - for National Child Protection Week. NCCA Safe Church Program has
Lutheran Church of Australia and New Zealand
A Guide for Members and Friends
The 'Guide' has been provided by the Church in the lead up to the 2023 Referendum on “the Voice” to Parliament.
The Referendum will be held on Saturday 14 October 2023.
Let Justice and Peace Flow
“But let justice roll on like a river, righteousness like a never-failing stream!” (Amos 5: 24)
From 1 September through to 4 October, Christians all around the world are uniting to pray and take action for our common home.
Join them and celebrate the Season of Creation.
Church and Christian community resources are now available.
Regional Church Council Consultation 21 - 24 August 2023
Pastoral & Practical Care for Migrant Workers in Australia and New Zealand and addressing Transnational Organized Crime.
NCCA General Secretary, Liz Stone, joined Church Council Leaders from across the Pacific, meeting in Suva, Fiji for a four day Consultation with Government officials, regional organizations, and Civil Society.
The Palestinian Catastrophe
The peace of the region and the world beyond hangs in the balance.
Keynote Address: The Hon Bob Carr
When: Tuesday 5 September 6:00 – 8:00pm AEST
Where: The Great Hall, Sydney University Quadrangle, Sydney NSW
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Let your word be “Yes, Yes” or “No, No”;
anything more than this comes from the evil one.
(Matthew 5:37 NRSV)
I wonder what carries the greater risk as we look ahead… saying ‘yes’ or ‘no’. ....
8-10 September 2023
“Thus the Lord said, ‘Dispense true justice and practice kindness and compassion, to each other;'" (cf Zechariah 7:9)
Christian and other faith communities will hold a weekend of prayer, reflection and meditation for unity, hope and respect in the lead-up to the Voice Referendum.
Partnership is a Promise
As an Act for Peace Partner, you can stand with people who have been forcibly displaced or at risk of displacement month in and month out.
Refugee intake to gradually increase at a time of great global need
The Australian Churches Refugee Taskforce (ACRT) was pleased to hear the Australian Government’s announcement on 11 August that it will increase Australia’s annual humanitarian intake from 17,875 to 20,000 people.
