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Event celebrates autism awareness
As we mark World Autism Acceptance Day tomorrow (April 2) and World Autism Understanding Month during all of April, the Synod’s Disability Inclusion Advocate, Elga Rodriguez, outlines how congregations can support autistic members.
Read MoreTime to tackle forced labour
In his regular Crosslight magazine column, Senior Social Justice Advocate Mark Zirnsak explains how the Synod is playing a role in raising awareness around the issue of forced labour.
Read MoreModerator’s Easter message
In a world riven by conflict and drama, Moderator Rev Salesi Faupula reminds us that “Easter calls us back to the pattern of Christ: truthful, patient and merciful”.
Read MoreI wonder(ed) … what place is there for children at Surrender?
Nigel Hanscamp outlines how children were embraced as part of the fabric of the recent Surrender conference in outer Melbourne.
Read MoreApril 2026 reflection for school boards
Director of Chaplaincy and Connections, Adrian Pyle, reflects on leadership pace and discernment, encouraging boards to notice where they may be rushing decisions and to consider what might change if space, listening, and difference were more fully held.
Read MoreActivity opens up bible exploration
Sandy Brodine outlines how a simple activity during bible studies at Surrender 2026 led to some deep and profound responses.
Read MoreSafety pointers for Easter
The Culture of Safety team has some handy tips for congregations expecting to welcome extra visitors over the Easter period.
Read MoreConference offers rich engagement
Sunshine Uniting Church member Shenei Penaia outlines how attendance at the recent Vaka2026 event offered an opportunity to engage with those committed to community organising and social impact.
Read MoreDesigning spaces where everyone belongs
The Centre for Theology and Ministry hosted a day of keynotes, workshops and honest conversation with over 75 young leaders about how belonging doesn’t happen by accident, it’s something you actively build.
Read MoreSchool’s in for discipleship
A conference built for young adults is coming to Melbourne, but before its launch 20 young adults are needed across Victoria and Tasmania to come with us to School of Discipleship in NSW in June.
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