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.
NCCA Statement
NCCA condemns hate crimes, urges prayer for communal harmony
23 May 2025
The National Council of Churches in Australia (NCCA) restates our condemnation of hate crimes and acts of terror directed towards any person especially people of faith and people of ethnic minorities.
NCCA Media Release
21 May 2025
Need for massive humanitarian response in Gaza
The National Council of Churches in Australia (NCCA) welcomes the solidarity among leaders of donor countries and the international community in their joint call on Israel to allow the passage of humanitarian aid into Gaza.
Reflection from the President
… looking to Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith … (Hebrews 12:2a)
There are seasons of change. We are in Autumn and around us the leaves on trees are telling the story of season change.
NCCA expresses concern
National Council of Churches in Australia (NCCA) President, Rev John Gilmore, on 8 May 2025, expressed grave concern about the escalation of violence between India and Pakistan after the killing of tourists in the disputed Kashmir region that borders the Indus River.
NCCA online prayer
“Do you believe this?” (John 11:26).
You are invited to join the NCCA during lunchtime for Prayer & Reflection in the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
When: Wednesday 4 June 2025 to start at 1.00pm AEST
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2025
Marking the 1700th Anniversary, Christian Ecumenical Council Nicaea
When: 1 – 8 June 2025
Theme: “Do you believe this?” (John 11:26).
The 2025 prayers and reflections for the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity were prepared by the brothers and sisters of the monastic community of Bose in northern Italy.
Resources are available to download here.
World Council of Churches resource
“Praying for Togetherness to a God of Togetherness”
The resource is provided by the World Council of Churches as a resource for households, schools, and church services where all ages are present.
Centred around the Nicene Creed, the resource provides a unique opportunity to reflect on and celebrate the common faith of Christians, which was put into words in the Creed at the Council of Nicaea, 1700 years ago in 325 AD.
Asia Sunday 2025
‘Nicaea-1700: Enduring Faith and Embracing Unity’
This year’s Asia Sunday will be observed on 1 June, the Sunday before Pentecost and themed in conjunction with the commemoration of the 1700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea held in 325 AD.
National Reconciliation Week 2025
Bridging Now to Next
27 May – 3 June 2025 #NRW2025
National Reconciliation Week (NRW) is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.
Get Posters & Resources from Reconciliation Australia and explore the NCCA website page for Church resources
First Nations
In the News
Tom Calma, the Aboriginal elder who introduced Closing the Gap is urging for a change in strategy.
Professor Calma says community-controlled organisations should not be bolstered at the expense of all else.
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.