Events for the Heart and Mind – 26th August
In this edition: Council for Christians and Jews Lecture; World Suicide Prevention Day Forum; Christian Meditation Community day and lunchtime city meditation; Non Violence in the Mainstream Continue reading ‘Events for the Heart and Mind – 26th August’
CARAD
The Coalition for Asylum Seekers, Refugees and Detainees has obtained a new grant from the Office of Multicultural Interests to increase their activities in a Welcome Project. The Project aims to assisting Carad clients with settlement needs –especially in the area of homework support.
CARAD is pleased that this will provide more staff time to support our volunteers in this important work.
CARAD’s work on Christmas Island and the work with critical clients, however, remains funded only by donations from our loyal supporters and members.
The Council of Churches is a foundation member of CARAD. CCWA member churches also provide support for Carad.
Learn more at http://www.carad-wa.org
CCWA General Meeting
You are invited to the Council of Churches of WA General Meeting
Saturday 24th October 2009
Church of Christ Wembley Downs Bournemouth Crescent Wembley Downs
Registration starts at 8.30 am, followed by worship at 9.00 am.
All are welcome.
For catering purposes please
RSVP by phoning 9274 3888 or email administrator @churcheswa.com.au
Put it in your diary!
New Resources for Churches in September and October Commemmorations
On 21 September, churches and communities throughout the world are committing to the International Day of Peace through prayer, meditation and other forms of spiritual observance. For 2009, the WCC office for the Decade to Overcome Violence (DOV) proposes prayers and liturgical resources related to this year’s DOV focus on the Caribbean and its theme “One Love: Building a Peaceful Caribbean”.
The International Day of Prayer for Peace was proposed at a 2004 meeting between WCC general secretary Rev. Dr Samuel Kobia and UN secretary general Kofi Annan. The WCC’s invitation to pray for peace on 21 September, or the Sunday preceding it, coincides with a United Nations’ initiative that encourages “global 24-hour spiritual observation for peace”, which “is meant to demonstrate the power of prayer and other spiritual practices in promoting peace and preventing violent conflict”. Continue reading ‘New Resources for Churches in September and October Commemmorations’
Sustainable September
The Council of Churches is a foundation member of the WA Collaboration for Sustainability which each year conducts “Sustainable September”. Sustainable September is an annual communication campaign that demonstrates and celebrates the wide range of activities that are creating a just, sustainable and prosperous Western Australia. Many community groups, State and Local government agencies and businesses have been pro-active in demonstrating sustainability and Sustainable September provides them with an opportunity to showcase their work in this field. See: www.sustainableseptember.net.au for more.
Continue reading ‘Sustainable September’
Out of the Dark
CARAD – Coalition for Asylum Seekers, Refugees and Detainees and CASE for Refugees present their Annual community forum on the 31st of August, 2009.
2009 Inaugural Speaker: David Marr on the topic: Who Shapes our Fears? The role governments, oppositions and the press play in alarming Australians about refugee boats. Continue reading ‘Out of the Dark’
Refugee and Migrant Sunday Kits here
This education kit is designed to be informative and inspiring. It provides information for schools, churches and the wider community about refugees. The kit is prepared for Refugee and Migrant Sunday (31 August 2008), but it can be used at any time of the year.
This year’s kit looks at the ongoing conflict in Iraq and assesses the impact five years after the US-led invasion on 19 March 2003. It describes the violent civil war sparked by the invasion and the grim future facing Iraq?s civilians and refugees. You can use this sheet to:
- Reflect on the refugee crisis
- Raise awareness of the situation
- Find out more and take action
- Hold a worship service (see p. 11)
Refugee and Migrant Sunday is an ecumenical program designed to raise awareness of the plight of refugees and displaced peoples. It is held every year in hundreds of churches around Australia to raise awareness and support for refugees.
Find out more at the act for peace website.
International Day of Prayer for Peace
On 21 September, churches and communities throughout the world are committing to the International Day of Peace through prayer, meditation and other forms of spiritual observance. For 2009, the WCC office for the Decade to Overcome Violence (DOV) proposes prayers and liturgical resources related to this year’s DOV focus on the Caribbean and its theme “One Love: Building a Peaceful Caribbean”.
The International Day of Prayer for Peace was proposed at a 2004 meeting between WCC general secretary Rev. Dr Samuel Kobia and UN secretary general Kofi Annan. The WCC’s invitation to pray for peace on 21 September, or the Sunday preceding it, coincides with a United Nations’ initiative that encourages “global 24-hour spiritual observation for peace”, which “is meant to demonstrate the power of prayer and other spiritual practices in promoting peace and preventing violent conflict”.
Prayers for peace from the Caribbean
More information on the DOV 2009 Focus on the Caribbean
More information on the International Day of Prayer for Peace (IDPP)
Also see the website of the United Nations International Day of Peace Vigil
Catholic Bishop elected President of National Church Body
The Most Revd Michael Putney, Catholic Bishop of Townsville, has been elected President of the National Council of Churches in Australia (NCCA). Bishop Putney is the 6th President of the Council, following on from Bishop Richard Appleby (retired). The purpose of the Council is to promote Christian unity and help the Churches work together on key issues of theology, peace, and justice. Continue reading ‘Catholic Bishop elected President of National Church Body’
Events for the Heart and Mind – 12 August 2009
In this issue: Opening of St Mary’s Cathedral; Waste time with God; Master your Ministry and Thrive; Dayspring Retreats; WA Week; Vose Seminary events; Saturdays at Wollaston; and more… Continue reading ‘Events for the Heart and Mind – 12 August 2009′
