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.
Domestic Violence Prevention
Church Resources and Prayers
Alarmingly, in Australia, one in three women experience physical violence in their lifetime.
Many of our member churches and Christian communities have made available their resources and prayers.
Safety and Faith Webinar
“Crossroads: When safety and faith seem in conflict”
Common Grace invite you to join this Domestic Violence Prevention Month Webinar.
For many Christian women experiencing domestic and family violence, the journey to safety is not only painful—it is spiritually complex.
When: Thursday 29th May 2025, 7:00pm – 8:30pm (AEST)
Safe Church Program
Safeguarding event and resources
- ACSL Webinar – Elder Safety: Wednesday 21 May 11.00am – 12.00pm AEST
- Queensland Family & Child Commission: New resources
Act for Peace
Refugee Week June 2025
This year’s theme, “Finding Freedom: Diversity in Community,” prompts us to reflect deeply on the extraordinary and often harrowing journeys refugees face.
During Refugee Week the Ration Challenge provides an opportunity for schools and youth groups to take part in a powerful three-day immersive experience, helping them understand the realities faced by refugees.
Care of Creation
Resources and events
Laudato Si’ Week: 24 -31 May 2025
- Resources to mark 10 year’s since the release of Laudato Si’, Pope Francis’ encyclical, a call to protect God’s creation.
- CRA’s ‘10,000 for 10’ Initiative Launch Webinar – featuring ABC’s Costa Georgiadis. Online 28 May 2025
Earthcare conference
- ‘Stewardship of the Earth’ Conference – 14 June 2025. In-person at the UCA Centre for Ministry, North Parramatta.
World Council of Churches
WCC executive committee condemns atrocities being perpetrated in Gaza
The World Council of Churches (WCC) executive committee has condemned the atrocities being perpetrated in Gaza by the State of Israel, recognizing that the current government is pursuing policies that are not supported by many Israelis.
Christian Conference of Asia
CCA expresses concerns over recent events
The Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) has released a statement expressing concern for the increase in religious extremism and the continued persecution of religious minorities in South Asia.
“We call on all faith communities to uphold the values of tolerance, mutual respect, and harmony”, CCA General Secretary, Dr Mathews George Chunakara
Domestic Violence Prevention
Resources and Prayers Alarmingly, in Australia, one in three women experience physical violence in their lifetime. One in six Australian
National Day of Prayer 2025
SATURDAY 7 JUNE 2025
Churches and prayer groups are invited to register for the National Day of Prayer (NDOP2025)
2025 Theme: The Preeminence of Christ is based on Colossians 1:15-20.
Where: to be held all across Australia
Refugee Week 2025
15 – 21 June
Theme: Finding Freedom: Diversity in Community
During Refugee Week, celebrate the inclusive communities across Australia that open their arms to those seeking protection.
Start planning now! Information and resources are available from the Refugee Council of Australia
Multifaith Prayer Service for Peace in the Middle East
You are invited to join the in-person Prayer Service in Sydney to pray for peace in the Middle East on 12 June 2025.
Share in a simple service of scripture, prayer and silence in a call for peace in the Middle East, presented by representatives of each of the three Abrahamic faiths – Jewish, Christian and Muslim.
Save the date
Religions for Peace Australia AGM & Annual Discussion Day 2025
Both of these important events will be held in Melbourne in person and online.
- AGM: Wednesday 11 June 6:30-8:30pm AEST | 6pm ACST (SA/NT) | 4:30pm AWST (WA)
- Annual Discussion Day: Thursday 12 June 9:30am-3:30pm AEST | 9am ACST (SA/NT) | 7:30am AWST (WA)
June Calendar 2025
1-8 Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
2 Shavuot | Judaism
3 Mabo Day
8 Pentecost | Christianity
15 – 20 National Refugee Week
Vale Franciscus
Celebrating the gifts of the papacy of Pope Francis – warm, generous and challenging
The Christian family of churches in Australia, together with our Catholic sisters and brothers, feel a shared loss of Pope Francis as a shepherd, witness, servant and pilgrim in our journey of common faith in our Risen Lord Jesus Christ, Saviour of the world.
Act for Peace
A Call to Prayer and Reflection as Australia Votes
As our nation prepares to head to the polls this weekend, we take a moment to pause and prayerfully reflect.
Act for Peace bids a warm farewell to CEO, Elijah Buol OAM