Our Churches
Online Lecture Evening
The Diocese of the Armenian Church of Australia and New Zealand invites you to an online lecture by His Grace Bishop Daniel.
Historical Background of the Coptic Orthodox Church, Current Challenges & Its Relationship With The Armenian Apostolic Church
When: Wednesday 28 September 2022, 7.00 pm (AEST)
Refugee Support Grant Fund
ASSISTANCE FOR VULNERABLE GROUPS UNABLE TO ACCESS AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT SUPPORT |
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Statement of Purpose The National Council of Churches in Australia (NCCA) supports the lives of refugees and people seeking asylum in Australia through the advocacy of the Australian Churches Refugee Taskforce (ACRT). NCCA wishes to assist people seeking asylum and refugees to live in dignity in Australia as independent individuals living their lives to the fullest (John 10:10) and sharing their traditions, skills and talents with us all.
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Vision The NCCA has a Christian vision of compassion, generosity and hospitality for people seeking asylum and refugees in Australia that guides the advocacy work of the ACRT and the establishment of the Refugee Support Grant Fund. In response to limited resources available for community organisations working with people seeking asylum, waiting on refugee status determination and appeals and with refugees settling as new residents, the Refugee Support Fund will make available grants to enable assistance for these vulnerable groups that are unable to access Australian Government support and assistance or can only access limited government-funded programs and services that meet their needs. A key principle is that every individual seeking protection and safety has an opportunity to live with dignity and be assisted to influence the decisions which shape their life in Australia. |
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GUIDELINES (currently under review) Applicants should base their proposal for funding on the vision and guidelines as outlined.
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APPLICATION FORM (currently under review) To be submitted to the NCCA Ltd Board of Directors Please complete and return electronically to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Next round date: TBA.
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ENQUIRIES All enquiries and applications should be directed to: General Secretary National Council of Churches in Australia Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
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Connect with us FOLLOW THE TASKFORCE ON SOCIAL MEDIA FACEBOOK |
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CONTACT US Telephone: (02) 9299 2215 Address: Locked Bag Q199, QVB NSW 1230 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
Refugee Integration and Settlement
AN UPDATE ON CRISP |
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Community Refugee Integration and Settlement Pilot (CRISP) UPDATE At the recent ACRT meeting a presentation was given by Blaise Itabelo, CRSA's Community Engagement Manager, giving an update on the CRISP program. The presentation was followed by a Q&A with Blaise and Lisa Button. This presentation was recorded and can be viewed by clicking the link below or left. Watch the recording here (27 mins) |
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The new Community Refugee Integration and Settlement Pilot (CRISP) program enables everyday Australians to play a key role in welcoming and supporting refugee newcomers in line with other international community sponsorship programs. |
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Group Mentorship Program |
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CRSA welcomes further groups interested in joining this national program, especially in Sydney, Adelaide and Brisbane. A group of al least 5 adults who live near each other welcome and support a refugee household The household is on a refugee or humanitarian visa with full access to Centrelink, Medicare, Work Rights etc The group volunteers 10+ hours of support per week between them Group provides ongoing practical support as required e.g. social connection, assist with driving lessons, finding employment Since June 2020 CRSA has mobilised and supported more than 80 mentor groups around the country (comprising around 600 individuals) to work with refugee households in need of additional support. |
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Community Refugee Sponsorship Australia (CRSA) is an incorporated Australian charity. Visit the CRSA website: www.refugeesponsorship.org.au |
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Connect with us FOLLOW THE TASKFORCE ON SOCIAL MEDIA FACEBOOK |
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CONTACT US Telephone: (02) 9299 2215 Address: Locked Bag Q199, QVB NSW 1230 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
Refugee Week 2022
19 - 25 June 2022
2022 Theme – Healing
Hit the reset button on how we behave towards one another. Healing can occur through storytelling, through community and also through realisation of our intrinsic interconnectedness as individuals.
The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 22-2
Monday 30 May 2022
Humble leadership breaks down walls and builds up with love.
The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 22-1
Sunday 29 May 2022
Raise us up and drawer us to your perfect light
Prayer Services for Christian Unity 2022
“We saw the star in the East, and we came to worship him” (cf Matthew 2:2)
29 May - 5 June 2022, in the week between Ascension and Pentecost.
Local events are being held across the country during this week. Australian resources are now available from the NCCA website.
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2022
“We saw the star in the East, and we came to worship him” (cf Matthew 2:2)
29 May - 5 June 2022, in the week between Ascension and Pentecost.
Australian resources are now available from the NCCA website.
Easter Messages from Leaders of Christian Churches in Australia 2022
Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. 1 Peter 1:3
Messages from our churches speak to our Australian and world context in this year’s Easter Sunday celebration of Jesus Christ’s resurrection or rising from the dead after being crucified or put to death on the day called Good Friday.
The 14 messages follow.
NCCA Ecumenical Funding
The Glenburnie Program
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 2022.
