World Day of Prayer 2009
The World Day of Prayer is a global ecumenical movement which brings Christians of many traditions together to observe a common day of prayer each year. Through preparation and participation in the worship service, we can come to know how our sisters of other countries, languages and cultures understand the Biblical passages in their context. We can hear their concerns and needs and can feel ourselves in solidarity with them as we pray with and for them. In this way, it is possible to enrich our Christian faith as it grows deeper and broader in an international, ecumenical expression. Continue reading ‘World Day of Prayer 2009′
Ecumenical partnership: Professional Standards Director Announced for Anglican and Catholic Dioceses
In an historic move, the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle and the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle are pleased to announce a joint approach to the management of professional standards in the Hunter, an initiative that allows the two dioceses to work together to ensure a comprehensive approach to the issues of professional conduct. Continue reading ‘Ecumenical partnership: Professional Standards Director Announced for Anglican and Catholic Dioceses’
Christian Leaders Seek Interfaith Cooperation for Peace Efforts
By Audrey Barrick Christian Post Reporter
More than 300 leaders and members of various faith communities are proclaiming a message of peace and reconciliation and calling all churches across denominations to also take the message to the world. Continue reading ‘Christian Leaders Seek Interfaith Cooperation for Peace Efforts’
Events for the Heart and Mind – 28 January
In This Issue: Interfaith Calendar for 2009; Peaceful Pathways to Conflict Resolution & Community Building workshop; Essential Services and Consumer Protection Training Session; Living Contemplatively workshops with Philip Carter; WA Justice Health Research Forum: Past, Present and Future; White Butterfly Ball 2009. Continue reading ‘Events for the Heart and Mind – 28 January’
Compassion and Love preached at Obama National Prayer Service
In her sermon at the first prayer service attended by US President Barack Obama after his inauguration, Rev. Dr Sharon Watkins, general minister and president of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), called on the leader who, she said, would “set the tone” for the nation, to chose compassion, faithfulness and love over vengefulness, anger and fear. Continue reading ‘Compassion and Love preached at Obama National Prayer Service’
International Women’s Day Community Expo in Perth
Sharing the Caring : Your chance to be part of International Women’s Day
Department for Communities has called on community groups to have a say on how they would like to see Western Australia celebrate International Women’s Day in 2009.
The Office of Women’s Policy and TAFE have joined forces to encourage agencies, community groups and businesses to come together at the fantastic eCentral TAFE campus, in Royal Street East Perth. Continue reading ‘International Women’s Day Community Expo in Perth’
Brother Cyprian Consiglio Retreat Day and Workshop
Christian Meditation community and Wesley Uniting Church present Br Cyprian Consiglio, Monk, musician, writer and meditator 7-10 March 2009. Continue reading ‘Brother Cyprian Consiglio Retreat Day and Workshop’
Refugee and Immigrant Women Conference March 2009
On the 6-7 March 2009 ECCWA will be hosting a national conference – Refugee and Immigrant Women – Setting the Socail Inclusion Agenda. Attended by people all over Australia the conference will feature a plethora of inspiring and interesting speakers from all walks of life covering a range of issues including Aboriginal reconciliation, childcare, regional and rural issues, seniors, housing, sport and recreation, family violence, mental health, and youth. Continue reading ‘Refugee and Immigrant Women Conference March 2009′
Events for the Heart and Mind – 15 January
In This edition: St George’s Cathedral Centre for Spirituality; Being Human Seminar series. Continue reading ‘Events for the Heart and Mind – 15 January’
WCC, Church Leaders on Gaza
Reiterating its call for a ceasefire in Gaza, the World Council of Churches has appealed for Christians everywhere to pray for peace and to advocate with their governments for a just peace in Israel and Palestine. Continue reading ‘WCC, Church Leaders on Gaza’
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