Noelene Osora
Science and Christianity Conference
COSAC 2022
Christians Living in a Techno-Scientific World
Come and be equipped and encouraged to grapple with issues at the intersection of Christianity, the sciences, and technology.
When: Friday 25 - Saturday 26 November 2022
Where: Ridley College, Melbourne & Online
Practical Theology Oceania
2022 APTO Conference
Gracious Engagement: Dialogue across the theological spectrums
When: 30 November 2022 - 2 December 2022
Where: Online or in-person at the Pilgrim Theological College, Melbourne, VIC
President's reflection
We have witnessed an overwhelming outpouring of grief this week after the senseless death of 15-year-old Cassius Turvey. This young Noongar teenager was doing what all teens have the freedom to do – walking along the street, with his friends – going home after school.
Ethical Christmas gifts
Boost your impact with Ethical Gifts this Christmas
Fight modern slavery through supporting social enterprise businesses with ethically sourced products
Cushion Covers, Hug Mugs & Gift Sets, Be Slavery Free T-shirts and more.
Prayers for our region
Ecumenical Prayer Cycle
Join together to pray for Australia, Aotearoa New Zealand and the nations of Oceania. In the coming weeks, the World Council of Churches' prayer cycle focuses on our nation and those of our neighbours.
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Blessed are you, God of the planet earth. You have set our world like a radiant jewel in the heavens, and filled it with action, beauty, suffering, struggle and hope.... |
Act for Peace
The Christmas Bowl 2022
Give Hope!
Share God’s love with a refugee going hungry this Christmas.
Safe Church Program
Holding the Light
An ecumenical service for victims and survivors of domestic and family violence.
When: Sunday 27 November, 2:30 pm AEDT. In-person Melbourne, and livestreamed.
President's reflection
Then God said,
‘Let us make humankind in our image, according to our likeness….
So God created humankind in his image,
in the image of God he created them;
male and female he created them. Genesis 1:26 and 27.
Anti Poverty Week 2022
16 - 22 October 2022
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Spotlight on Poverty in Australia - 2022 reports and resources available
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Senate Inquiry into the extent and nature of poverty in Australia - Submissions due by Friday 3 February 2023.
Care of Creation
As COP 27 draws near
- WCC news - WCC member churches head to COP 27
- WCC statement – The living planet: Seeking a Just and Sustainable Global Community
- Faiths for Climate Justice – open letter to PM Albanese
- Invitation COP27: Launching of a Multi-faith/Multi-sector Alliance for Climate Action 16 November 2022
