Ecumenical Event - South Australia
Apology Breakfast - Reconciliation SA
When: Wednesday 13 February 2020
Where: Adelaide Convention Centre, North Terrace, Adelaide
Time: 6:30 - 9.00am
Our Churches in the news
Coptic Orthodox Church - Taree
In early January ABC News published an article about the thriving Coptic Orthodox Church in Taree, on the mid north coast of NSW, which the NCCA would like to share with you.
The story is a wonderful insight into the faithfullness of the Coptic congregation and what they have achieved together. It shines a beacon of hope for all Australian Christians.
Interfaith News
Social Cohesion and Inclusion Podcast series
The Australian Baha'i Community have launched a Media Page where a series of Podcasts on Soundcloud will be uploaded regularly. This is an opportunity for all to reflect together on the state of social cohesion in the country and to hear from those at the forefront of learning who have shared insights vital to advancing harmony and inclusion.
Advent Week 4 - 2019
LOVE
"Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel." (Isaiah 7:14)
As we head into the final week of Advent, we share Rev Dr Peter Hobson's reflection on LOVE, from the Christmas Bowl Advent Study Guide, published by Act for Peace.
Reconciliation Australia
2018 - 2019 Annual Review
Reconciliation Australia's 2018 - 2019 Annual Review reveals a busy twelve month period with many highlights.
Ethical fashion
2019 Ethical Fashion Report - Sixth Edition
The Ethical Fashion Report sheds light on what the industry and individual companies are doing to address forced labour, child labour and exploitation. Since the launch of the first report in 2013, each report has tracked the progress within the industry.
Victoria Police Diversity
Recruitment program
Applications are now open for the fourth round of this program which seeks to increase the representation of African-Australians from refugee and other backgrounds in Victoria Police.
Applications close: Wednesday 19 February 2020
Our Melbourne office is moving
NCCA Safe Church Program, Act for Peace and partners
The NCCA Safe Church Program staff are happy to announce their move to a permanent Melbourne address, from late January 2020
New office:
Level 6, 608 St Kilda Road, Melbourne VIC.
The Safe Church Program's office will be closed from Christmas through New Year until Monday 13 January 2020. Please expect delays with emails and phone messages during this time.
ICAN update
ICAN has good news and we want to share it with you
The Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons just reached 80 signatories, with 33 states parties! The newest signatory is Nauru, one of our closest neighbours in the Pacific. The treaty will enter into force after it acquires 50 states parties.
NCCA Annual Review 2018-2019
At the Annual General Meeting on 30 October 2019, The Interim General Secretary, Ms Liz Stone, presented an Annual Review for 2018-2019 relating to the activities and programs of the National Council of Churches in Australia.