Monthly Archives: October 2007

Alternatives to Empire conference: Sat 17 Nov.

17 October, 2007 – 10:52 pm

People of all faiths or no particular faith are invited to create a shared spiritual and moral vision of a new economic, political and cultural order; rejecting greed, domination and violence while respecting human rights and the environment. This one-day conference in central Melbourne will address the fundamental questions of human existence: Who are we? [...]

By olivia | Posted in inter-faith, local events |

Praxis 07 – think, act, reflect

17 October, 2007 – 10:41 pm

An exciting Uniting Church event for young and old, Praxis 07 is a weekend gathering at Shoreham 30 Nov-2 Dec. for those who long for a more interconnected Christian spirituality of social action and theological reflection. It is a space to share ideas and stories, to be fueled by teaching that with equip and challenge [...]

By olivia | Posted in local events |

Walk Against Warming: Sunday 11 November

17 October, 2007 – 10:32 pm

Now that we have an election date, we also have a date for this community day of action on climate change. Whoever forms the next government, they should know how we feel about the future of our planet. Meet at the State Library at 1pm on Sunday 11 November. Further details here.

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Thank you, D’Arcy

17 October, 2007 – 4:06 pm

We very much regret that health concerns prevent the Rev. Dr D’Arcy Wood from continuing his supply ministry with us as long as we had all hoped. Sunday 21 October will be his last Sunday at Church of All Nations (which also happens to be the day we mark Anti-Poverty Week). 10am worship will be [...]

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Avril recommended for ordination

17 October, 2007 – 3:48 pm

The Yarra Valley Ministry Committee met with CAN’s Dr Avril Hannah-Jones on 9 October and found her ‘inspiring.’ The Committee was unanimous in recommending that she be ordained at the conclusion of her Intern Year. The Presbytery will make the final decision when it meets as a whole on 25 October. Avril is a long-time [...]

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