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.
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.
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.”
Anglican Bishop calls for end to war in Sudan
Sudanese church leaders stress that the international church is needed in ending the country’s “forgotten war,” and call for increased international focus.