“Come to me, all you who are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest."

(Matthew 11:28)

It is impossible to not be impacted by the news images and reports from the Middle East at the moment. 

News and updates 

• Refugee Council of Australia: Operation Not Forgotten online briefing - Wednesday 8 November11am AEST
  
  
• Current Advocacy Actions: Petition & Letter of Support

Safeguarding news

• Department of Justice Tasmania: New interim compliance guidance resource available
  
  
• My Pictures Matter: Could your childhood photos help save a child from harm?

Gaza Update

After more than three weeks of bombing, basic water, sanitation, healthcare, and services have all been decimated. Food, water, fuel and electricity have all been cut off, jeopardising the survival of more than 2 million people in the Gaza strip.

Here’s how you can help.  

NCCA and Act for Peace

• NCCA: opening for a Policy and Project Officer 
• Act for Peace: CEO and four other positions as listed 

Update

Just Community of Women and Men - Ecumenical Network of Global Advocates for Gender Justice

• 16 Days of Ecumenical Advocacy and Action to End Violence: WCC's continued commitment to end rape and violence. 

Announcement

Appointment of a new General Secretary, Mr David Rose.
The NCCA welcomes David Rose and looks forward to working alongside him.

Prayers & Reflections from our ecumenical community  

As we prepare for the Feast of the Nativity we share with you some reflections and resources from our members and their networks. 

Mandorla art prize

Australia’s most significant thematic Christian art prize with a prize pool of over $50,000. 

Entries close:  13 March 2024

3 December

Towards equity for people with disabilities

CBM Australia: Resource Kit

Multicultural Arts Festival

Fostering a joyous celebration of our rich diversity

When: Saturday 25 November 2023 10:00 am - 5:00 pm AEDT

Where: Amity College Prestons Campus, NSW