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Julie McCrossin: Finding acceptance with the Uniting Church

QLD Synod Webmaster — Wed, 01 Jun 2016 23:59:57 +0000

Former ABC broadcaster Julie McCrossin is a familiar voice to the Australian public. Ashley Thompson turns the microphone around to find out more about her unsung faith journey. A self-described “refugee from Sydney Anglicanism”, Julie McCrossin has found a home in South Sydney Uniting Church. Her appearance on ABC TV’s special all-Christian Q&A panel and ...

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The monster in the back pew: Why domestic violence still happens in your church

QLD Synod Webmaster — Tue, 05 May 2015 22:00:44 +0000

Churches must tackle their own demons if the scourge of domestic violence is to be overcome, writes Dianne Jensen. The chilling stories take time to trickle down through the years, but the tragedy of abuse at the hands of family lingers across the generations. We all know this to be true. Domestic violence is not ...

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Six ways to be an inclusive church

QLD Synod Webmaster — Wed, 05 Nov 2014 05:00:21 +0000

If you’ve never felt unwelcome in a worshipping community it might be hard to understand how many people experience church. Journey explores how to make sure your church is truly inclusive. Indigenous Australians The Uniting Church sees reconciliation with Indigenous people as essential to the life and health of the church and Australian society. Including ...

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