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The NCCA gathers together Churches and Christian communities which confess the Lord Jesus Christ as God and Saviour according to the Scriptures. We commit to deepen our relationship with each other and to work together towards the fulfilment of common witness, proclamation and service, to the glory of the one God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

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President’s Reflection

Australians need to face up to some communal honesty. In recent weeks we have heard of a number of women murdered by their partners, or someone they know. The media reports other stories of violence and assault and so we all feel unsettled by this narrative.  

Prayer for the Holy Land

We pray for peace in the Holy Land.

NCCA Statement on Multiculturalism and Respect for Religions

In the light of the recent commentary on the nature of Australian society as multicultural or monocultural; the National Council of Churches in Australia (NCCA) recognises and affirms that Australia is a multicultural and multi-religious society.

NCCA grant funding for 2026-2027

The NCCA is now accepting applications for funding for First Nations initiatives and for Ecumenical initiatives.

Act for Peace is seeking new Board Directors

Act for Peace is seeking expressions of interest for additional Board Directors to help guide the organisation through its next strategic chapter.

NCCA affirms call for action for Stolen Generations

NCCA welcomes the publication of ‘From Sorry to Action – A plan to act on Bringing them home (2026-2028)’ for the Stolen Generations.

Talanoa – Decolonising Spirituality 

A Talanoa, a Pacific practice of gathering to share stories, wisdom and discuss questions and challenges was held recently in Sydney. 

Indigenous Stations of the Cross bring faith and culture together

Christian Kukatja artist Matthew Tjupurrula Gill reimagined the final journey of Jesus through Indigenous artwork and visual symbolism.

Bearing Witness: Palestinian Christian Voices Speaking Tour

Two leading Palestinian Christian voices headline a national tour across five cities this July and August, supported by the National Council of Churches Australia; how can Christians support a just peace in the Holy Land?

Anglicans and Methodists vote to stand in solidarity with Palestinian Christians

The Church of England’s General Synod has committed to “stand in solidarity” with Palestinian Christians and “hear” their experiences while the Methodist Conference receives the Kairos documents.

National Safeguarding Conference 19-21 August 2026

The conference will bring together those who carry responsibility for safeguarding across churches, agencies, and organisations associated with the church.

End the Waiting for those seeking asylum

Every refugee story begins with loss, uncertainty, and displacement. But when people are welcomed, those stories can become stories of belonging, contribution, friendship, faith, family, and hope. See these stories of hope in this short video.

Online Forum: Refugees: Out of Sight…(but not) Out of Mind, July 21st

The forum will examine the ongoing harm caused by Australia’s offshore ‘processing’ regime and resistance in the face of cruelty.

Sanctuary Runners to launch in August

Sanctuary Runners Australia is encouraging newcomers to Australia and Australians of all backgrounds to run or walk together to build friendship and connection and improve their physical and mental health.

Nobel laureates, experts discuss AI and nuclear war in papal residence

The three-day event features discussion sessions on topics such as “The fragility of the human family in the nuclear age,” “Technology in the service of humanity,” and “The moral challenges of AI and War.”