White church’s proud history
For 165 years, a church has stood on the corner of Kingston and Old Dandenong roads in Heatherton, and records show it is the area's oldest building.
Long wait ends with light
A wait of over 17 years ended in February when Ormond Uniting Church celebrated the unveiling of its rebuilt church. Special guest, President Rev Charissa Suli, reflects on why it was such a special day.
Apology lit a fire for Laura
Kevin Rudd’s 2008 apology to the Stolen Generations proved to be a pivotal moment for Australian National University Associate Professor Laura Rademaker, who presented the first Northey Lecture for 2026 in late February.
New homes build hope
Across regional Victoria, church communities and Uniting Housing are transforming underused land into homes that lower barriers, restore stability and respond to one of the most urgent social pressures of our time.
Champion for social justice
With a Bible in one hand and newspaper in the other, Uniting Church Deacon Rev Sandy Boyce continues the fight against injustice.
School’s in for discipleship
Younger Generations team member Kelly Woods is hoping to recruit 20 young adults to attend the annual School of Discipleship in New South Wales in June.
Homelessness is not seasonal
As temperatures soared over summer, Uniting Vic.Tas’ Street2Home teams hit the road to assist vulnerable people.
Five questions with …
Crosslight magazine quizzed Rev Sandy Brodine on her Uniting Church background and work with younger generations and Messy Church throughout Victoria and Tasmania.
Family and faith guide Alison
Family, friends, faith and cultural connection are all part of a busy week for UAICC Leprena Statewide Manager Alison Overeem.
The meaning of Easter
As we prepare to celebrate the miracle of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, Crosslight magazine asked a number of Uniting Church leaders to describe what Easter means to them.
Time to tackle forced labour
In his regular Crosslight magazine column, Senior Social Justice Advocate Mark Zirnsak explains how the Synod is playing a role in raising awareness around the issue of forced labour.
Moderator’s Easter message
In a world riven by conflict and drama, Moderator Rev Salesi Faupula reminds us that "Easter calls us back to the pattern of Christ: truthful, patient and merciful".