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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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Season of Creation – message from Rev Charissa Suli

To mark the beginning of the season, Uniting Church President Rev Charissa Suli has released a video message reflecting on this year’s theme, ‘Living Water’, inspired by Ezekiel 47:9 and 12.

Taizé through the eyes of young people

In a new documentary “Taizé: A Pilgrimage of Trust” the authenticity of nine young people gives the film a great sense of hope.

“Divine Thresholds: Icons and the Orthodox Christian World”

Exhibition of Icons at the Hellenic Museum in Melbourne officially opened on Friday, 28 August.

Many Faiths, One Planet conference, Melbourne 3 October

In October, people from diverse faith groups, cultures and ecological sciences will meet in Melbourne to hear the cry of the Earth. Those who gather will listen, learn, reflect and grow in ecological consciousness together.

Global Week of Prayer 6-13 September

24-7 Prayer is an international, interdenominational movement of prayer, mission and justice; a non-stop prayer meeting that has continued for every minute of this century so far, in over half the countries on Earth.

Save the Dates for pre-COP31 events

The Australian Religious Response to Climate Change is organising events to call for action on climate change, 4-6 October.

Naomi Paget Seminars October 2026

The Australian Volunteer Emergency Chaplaincy Alliance is pleased to host Dr. Naomi Paget for Seminars, October 2026

Entangled Worlds: Seeking Understanding Through Faith and Science

The conference will delve into the history and prospects of the dialogue between science and religion, 6-8 November.

Calendar

Dates for your diary for September

General Secretary’s Reflection

General Secretary, Liz Stone reflects on concluding her work with the NCCA.

A Prayer for the People caught in the Earthquake in Indonesia

A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of near Flores island in Indonesia. At least 70 people were killed and almost 1,200 injured.

National Council of Churches in Australia: Statement on Social Cohesion

Social Cohesion is about building trust that allows people from different cultural and religious backgrounds to live together with mutual respect, shared responsibility and hope.

Catholic and Anglican Church leaders speak out on social cohesion

Catholic and Anglican bishops urge a renewed focus on ways to make Australia a more cohesive society.

You’re invited to an Action Evening for #EndTheWaiting in Sydney

Come for connection over dinner, hear from the Common Grace team, and then take real action together.

Protect fairness in Australia’s migration and refugee protection system

The Australian Churches Refugee Taskforce has signed the community petition to the Prime Minister urging the Government not to proceed with reported changes that would take away work rights from people seeking asylum.