The Fair Treatment campaign is an initiative of Uniting and the Uniting Church Synod of NSW/ACT following resolutions passed at Synod in 2016. The campaign aims to win two things: 1. increased funding for treatment and 2. the decriminalisation (remove criminal penalties) of the personal use and possession of small amounts of illicit drugs.
Engadine Uniting Church hosts NSW Attorney General for discussion about drug law reform
On April 14th, Engadine Uniting Church invited their local member, Lee Evans MP, and NSW Attorney General, Mark Speakman, for a special forum about drug law reform. Members of the local community, faith groups and community organisations gathered to put their questions to Mr Speakman and urge his Government to modernise drug laws that value people at its centre. It's wonderful to see our congregations taking this initiative. If you're interested in doing something similar, get in touch with us Alexandra Hogan Social Justice Advocate email:ahogan@uniting.org
The Fair Treatment campaign is part of the radical tradition of the church, an act of Christian service and integral to Christian discipleship. It is fundamental to our mission of welcoming people exactly as they are. The involvement of congregations and Church members in the Long Walk to Treatment in 2018, the screenings of our ‘Half A Million Steps’ documentary in 2019, the win for funding for a Dubbo rehab last year and ongoing engagement with MPs on this issue is incredibly valuable and we’d love to welcome you all to this workshop to see how else we can work together!
You may be interested in an upcoming workshop on decriminalisation. Full details follow below along with the link for registration.
What is decriminalisation? How would this work in practice? What are the options for changing the law?
We all want laws that are fair, sensible and in line with community values. Join us for a special online workshop on 12th May from 6.30pm to discuss the issue of decriminalisation and why the Fair Treatment campaign is advocating for this.
We will be joined by experts in the field who contributed to our discussion paper, ‘Possession and Use of Drugs: Options for Changing the Law’.
This workshop will include a summary of the discussion paper, interactive small group discussions, an opportunity to put your questions to our invited guests and an exciting call to action! Register here: http://tinyurl.com/WhatIsDecrim Share the event on your Facebook page: https://fb.me/e/29KAISORK
Unfortunately the date of the next Presbytery meeting has had to be changed (from 19th to 26th May 2021).
We apologise for any inconvenience.
New meeting details:
Wednesday 26 May 2021 @ 7pm
Turramurra Uniting Church
HYBRID MEETING –
This means that you may attend in person or online.
Further details will be provided closer to the time.
The rescheduled Induction of Rev Keps Vaka will now take place on Saturday 1st May at 11:30am, at Tuggerah Lake South Faith Community (at Tumbi Umbi).
Places are limited, so if you are not a participant and would like to attend, please RSVP to michelle.lombard@sccpresbytery.org.au as soon as possible.
Finance Operational Officer An exciting opportunity exists at the Northern Beaches Uniting Church multi centre as we seek an experienced individual to coordinate & oversee the business and financial functions of NBUC activities.
• Part time position 22 hpw
• Key oversight • Hands-on business & finance role For more information about the role, please click here
Interested applicants need to request the full job description, by contacting our Communications Officer, Stephanie La Greca: comms.nbuc@gmail.com Cut-off date for applications: Friday 7th May, 2021
Rev. Lawrence (Laurie) Reid Date of Death: 17 April 2021 Rev. Lawrence (Laurie) Reid served in Kensington, Maroubra (pre-collegiate), Charlestown, Superintendent - Far West Mission Cobar, Central Hunter (East Maitland), Gosford, Turramurra, Shoalhaven (Nowra), Chairperson of the Illawarra Presbytery, and Norfolk Island after retirement.
Laurie died peacefully surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife, Faye, and his children, Michael, Susan and Elizabeth, and their families.
Funeral Details: A private cremation will be held.
A Thanksgiving Service for Laurie's life will be held at Terrigal Uniting Church. Details will be advised.
Mrs Edith Ridge Date of Death: 22 April 2021 Mrs Edith Ridge was the wife of Rev. Barry Ridge (deceased). She was a lifelong member of the Uniting Church Adult Fellowship (UCAF) and a member of the NSW branch of Australian Church Women (ACW). She is survived by her children and their families. Funeral Details: 3 May 2021 11:00am
Magnolia Chapel, Macquarie Park Crematorium
Cnr Delhi and Plassey Rds, North Ryde
Each Church heading is now a link to their website
If you do not have the hardware to ZOOM in, you may call 02 8015 6011 and enter the 11- or 9-digit numbers above when asked to do so. ALL ARE WELCOME to join via whichever path chosen.
All are welcome to our physical service, and if you would like to know more about our services then please email Rev. Peter Chung at: minister@cherrybrookuc.org.au
Cherrybrook Cemetery:
Cherrybrook UC has a Heritage listed Cemetery and currently has Niches for sale in it's Memorial Wall. Please click here for the flyer for details and all enquiries welcome.
Eastwood Uniting Church
We have returned to face-to-face worship under Covid-19 safety guidelines:
8.00am informal worship
9.30am worship service and Sunday school
2.00pm Chinese service
All are welcome to come along to any of these services and the wearing of masks is no longer mandatory. You are required to register at the entry doors and we encourage you to download the Services NSW app before coming to assist in quick, safe registration.
Audio of the 9.30am service Bible readings and message is available on the church website along with the order of service and weekly notices.
Please contact the church office for any further details: secretary@euc.org.au or 98585732
Gosford Uniting Church
Gosford UCA are now having face to face worship on Sunday mornings. To attend you will need to register through the office or website as numbers are limited. Videos of the worship service will be uploaded within a day or so after the service instead of live streaming. Services can be found on the Gosford UCA Facebook page or website.
Killara Uniting Church
We are back worshipping face-to-face each Sunday at 9.30am. However an online recording of the Sunday worship service will be available later that day or very early in the following week. Anyone who would like to view our online service is asked to contact Revd Yangrae Son (ysonuca@hotmail.com) and request to be added to his email list for the service.
Lane Cove Uniting Church
We have recommenced church services at 9:30am on Sundays, celebrating Holy Communion on the 2nd Sunday of the month. Our COVID Safe Plans are in place and the church is set up to comply with them.
Weekly reflections are being distributed to those without internet who are also unable to attend church.
Our congregation supports the Lane Cove Community Chaplaincy, working in Lane Cove to provide a compassionate presence to local people, assisting them to enjoy life to the full in body, mind and spirit. It is a service to the community making connections through groups, events, courses and personal conversations. Karen, the Chaplain, is a Uniting Church Minister. Read her blogs to understand her perspective on life. Contact her here.
Marsden Road Uniting Church
Sunday Services
9.30am - Each Sunday
Holy Communion usually first Sunday of Month
Normanhurst Uniting Church
We have returned to face-to-face worship under Covid-19 safety guidelines for services at 9:15am and 5:00pm each Sunday.
Please email office@normanhurstunitingchurch.org.au to obtain the weekly streaming service links if you would like to watch the services online.
North Ryde Community Uniting Church
We have returned to face-to-face worship under Covid-19 safety guidelines for services at 9:30am each Sunday.
Please email admin@nrcc.unitingchurch.org.au to obtain the weekly streaming service links if you would like to watch the services online.
St Andrew's Uniting Church Longueville Church Services 9:30 am Sundays Time 4U Wednesdays 10:00 am-noon Fun and Friendly mornings with Morning Tea. Pizza + Movie nights - First Tuesday of the Month @ 6:30 pm
For catering: Bookings 9427 4740/9428 4287
4 May: Victoria and Abdul (2017)
1 June: No Reservations (2008)
Thornleigh - Hillcrest Uniting Church
Our Worship Services each Sunday at 9.30am are now face to face. All Services will be recorded and available on YouTube by the next day. The link will be available through our website and Facebook page.
A Korean translation of the Bible Readings and Sermon are displayed on screen each week.
For more details contact Rev Hugh Park on hughpark88@gmail.com
Turramurra Uniting Church
Our Hybrid Worship Services are on Sundays; at 9am and 6.30pm, both of these Services are livestreamed via Facebook as well as on site – see our website for more information www.turramurrauniting.org.au
Our Traditional Service will meet weekly at 10.45am in our Chapel, this Service each week will also be recorded for those who cannot attend and can be found via YouTube or from our website.
Warnervale Regional Uniting Church
SUNDAY SERVICE 9.30am followed by morning tea
KIDS CHURCH during Sunday service
FRIDAY HEALING SERVICE 10.30am
Willoughby and Northbridge Uniting Church
Sunday mornings are face to face at both our Willoughby and Northbridge sites, as well as via Zoom or Facebook live for those who prefer it.
Sunday evening services are at the Willoughby site.
Join us via Zoom for the morning worship service from your computer, tablet or smartphone
Connect through the Zoom app or in your browser by using the link below. Please note that Willoughby and Northbridge has a new zoom address. https://uca-nswact.zoom.us/j/7543191122?pwd=NHdrdnhmcFhmaEdTaFI5bE1zT3hQUT09
