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.
Orthodox Pascha is celebrated this weekend
This weekend is Orthodox Pascha or Easter when diverse Orthodox communities celebrate the resurrection of Jesus.
WCC, Middle East Council of Churches denounce attacks on civilian locations in Lebanon
The World Council of Churches and Middle East Council of Churches expressed deep concern and strong condemnation of what has occurred in Beirut, and in many other Lebanese regions.
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, 17 – 24 May 2026
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2026 resources adapted for Australia are now available.
Common Grace Prayer Vigil to mark Aboriginal Deaths in Custody
Common Grace invites you to join in prayer on Wednesday 15 April 2026, the anniversary of the Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody.
Petition on National Emergency on Indigenous Youth Justice
Campaign calls on PM to address the crisis in Indigenous youth imprisonment
Scandal of Eucharistic division in Churches not felt as such at all
Often referred to as the sacrament of unity, the Eucharist paradoxically remains a focus of disunity.
President’s Reflection
Our Lenten journey this year is accompanied by the sounds, images and stories of war. We are living with the frightening situation in the Middle East and it is impacting our sense of confidence and ability to plan.
“We are here and we care” – young ecumenical leaders share prayers for peace
Young people across the global ecumenical movement are sharing prayers of solidarity in response to escalating violence and suffering in the Middle East and other regions affected by conflict.
Churches invited to join global Week of Prayer for Overcoming Racism, Xenophobia, Casteism, and Discrimination, 19-25 March
Churches around the world are being invited to unite in prayer, reflection, and action during the Week of Prayer for Overcoming Racism, Xenophobia, Casteism, and all other forms of Discrimination, taking place 19–25 March.
Palm Sunday is 29 March 2026
Stand in Solidarity and Welcome. Palm Sunday Rallies happening around the country.
Blessed Are the Peacemakers: Why Christians Must Speak and Act for Peace Today
The very name “Act for Peace” challenges us to ask: “What does it mean to be peacemakers, how do we speak and act for peace in a time of war?”
Statement of Support to Protect Australian Aid ahead of the Budget
For less than 1% of the federal budget, Australian aid helps strengthen health systems, educate children, respond to humanitarian crises, and support stability across our region. A safer world for our neighbours is a safer world for Australia.
Fossil Fuel Treaty campaign launched
ARRCC is promoting ‘Sing for a Fossil Fuel Treaty’ and will be videoing each singing event and posting about it on social media to raise awareness.
Prayer Vigil on the Anniversary of the Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody, April 15
An invitation to come humbly before God together. We’ll listen deeply to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Christian leaders, lament, read the Bible, pray and act together.
Sisters of St Joseph launch advocacy campaign to combat homelessness
A Home for Every Neighbour is a 150-day advocacy campaign responding to Australia’s housing and homelessness crisis.