How We Work
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.
Noelene Osora
administrator
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NCCA Media Release
15 December 2025
Statement on the terror attack at Bondi Beach
The National Council of Churches in Australia (NCCA) are shocked and overwhelmed by the murderous events that happened at Bondi Beach last night on the first day of the Jewish festival of Hanukkah.
A terrible darkness descended on the festival of light and hope.
Greetings from the NCCA
And the angel said to them, “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people.” Luke 2:10
2025 Christmas Messages from Leaders of Christian Churches in Australia
There are competing narratives that call for our attention. Some are political, others negative, frightening and discouraging….
The Christmas narrative is strong, contrasting and builds hope and life for all. Its message remains strong and clear.
WCC Christmas message 2025
“Holy Family, Holy Faith”
Glory to God in the highest,
And peace to all people on earth.
We share the Christmas Message 2025 from the World Council of Churches
NCCA Annual Review
2024- 2025
NCCA General Secretary, Ms Liz Stone, has presented the NCCA Annual Review for 2024-2025. The Annual Review contains information relating to the activities and programs of the National Council of Churches in Australia.
Reflection from the President
For in this hope we were saved. Now hope that is seen is not hope. For who hopes for what he sees? But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait for it with patience. (Romans 8:24-25)
Looking forward to, and planning a, celebration creates anticipation.
NCCA Office closure
The NCCA office in Sydney will be closed for the Feast of the Nativity and over the New Year.
When: 20 December 2025 to 11 January 2026
Prayer for Peace
Lord Jesus, you are awakened by the cry of your disciples on a storm- tossed sea.
Hear also our cry for help.
Pray for those in Asia affected by the recent storms and flooding
God is our refuge and our strength. An ever-present help in times of trouble. (Psalm 46.1)
Act for Peace
The Forsa for Youth program
“Forsa” means opportunity, and that’s exactly what your gifts to the Christmas Bowl are creating for young refugees in Jordan.
Help Syrian and Palestinian refugees rebuild their lives with dignity and purpose.
Australian Churches Refugee Taskforce
Celebrating one million refugees who have enriched Australia
On 28 November 2025, the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) announced that Australia had just granted its one millionth refugee visa since the end of the Second World War.
First Nations
Aboriginal Sunday 2026
You are invited by Common Grace to hold an Aboriginal Sunday Service on Sunday 25 January 2026.
This an important opportunity for your church community to go deeper in listening, learning, and praying for justice and the flourishing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Uniting Church in Australia
Emerging Leaders – ‘Nextgen’
The Uniting Church in Australia (UCA), Frontier Services team trialled a new program which immerses emerging church leaders in a discovery of faith in action and the power of service.
World Council of Churches
The WCC invite Ecumenical Faith leaders to apply for School on Economic Justice
The Ecumenical School on Governance, Economics, and Management for an Economy of Life (GEM School) will bring together 20-25 current and emerging church leaders.
When: 17 – 28 August 2026
Where: Panama City, Panama (location tbc)
Applications close: 1 March 2026.
Christian Conference of Asia
The Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) extends prayers and heartfelt condolences in response to the tragic loss of life caused by recent disasters across Asia.
The CCA has expressed deep sorrow and concern over the recent disasters across Asia, where communities are grappling with the impact of ongoing floods, landslides, fires, typhoons and loss of life. Millions are displaced and urgent help is needed.