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Advent Reflections - PIEN
Advent 2018
The Palestine Israel Ecumenical Network (PIEN) has released a series of Advent reflections based on the lectionary readings from Luke’s Gospel (Year C). It contains stories and photos from the Ecumenical Accompaniment Program in Palestine and Israel (EAPPI), a program of the World Council of Churches (WCC).
Position Vacant - SACC
Ecumenical Facilitator/Executive Officer
Re-advertised. Application date has been extended and applications are invited for this role, based in Adelaide, South Australia.
Applications close: midday (SA time) Tuesday 4 December 2018.
Interfaith News
NSW Jewish Board of Deputies mourns Immediate Past President, Jeremy Spinak
The NCCA wishes to express our sincere sympathy with the Jewish community, colleagues, friends and family on the passing of Jeremy Spinak, aged 36, from cancer earlier this month.
NCCA Annual Review 2017-2018
At the Annual General Meeting on 30 October 2018, The Interim General Secretary presented an Annual Review for 2017-2018 relating to the activities and programs of the National Council of Churches in Australia.
Public Forum - Sydney
"Australia and the Global Compact on Migration"
DATE: Monday 12 November 2018, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm AEDT
LOCATION: Baker McKenzie Sydney Office, Level 46, Tower One - International Towers Sydney, 100 Barangaroo Avenue Sydney, NSW
The global compact relates to all forms of migration. This forum will be of interest to those who are concerned about vulnerable migrant populations and those at risk of forced migration through human trafficking and the effects of climate change.
Job Opportunity
Administrative Officer, The Centre for Interfaith and Cultural Dialogue
An energetic full time Administrative Officer. Candidates will have high level organisational, administration and computer literacy skills....
Last days for applications. Closing Sunday 11 November 2018 at 5 pm AEST.
Act for Peace
Share God's love through the Christmas Bowl 2018
As Christians, we are called respond to, and faithfully live out, the Gospel call to be generous in our love, and to participate in God’s mission to bring healing, wholeness and hope to those facing hardship and injustice. This year, your gifts through the Christmas Bowl will provide Rohingya families with urgently needed shelter, medical care and support.
Our Churches in the news
Indian Orthodox Church Wattle Grove
The NCCA congratulates Father Thomas Varghese of St Thomas' Indian Orthodox Church on serving his congregation for 20 years. Father Varghese was ordained in October 1998 and has faithfully served his church and its people over the many years since his migration to Australia. His story is one of dedication and inspiration.
White Ribbon Day 2018
International day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women - 25 November
Churches and religious organisations can play an important role in breaking the cycle of violence which is so prevalent in Australia. You can assist by raising awareness of this issue, understanding when and how to offer support, and addressing attitudes which perpetuate violence against women.
Our Churches - Lutheran Church of Australia
Reconciliation Action Plan
The Lutheran Church of Australia has endorsed their first Reconciliation Action Plan