The Faiths 4 Climate Justice Week of Action runs from 14 to 24 September 2024, organised by the Australian Religious Response to Climate Change (ARRCC).
In response, the Cross Gen Congregational Leaders agreed to display two banners at their Heidelberg Heights worship site. They have also sent photos of the banners and an email to local MP, Kate Thwaites, urging more action on Climate Change, while acknowledging that she is working hard on this too.
For more information, go to the ARRCC website – arrcc.org.au/weekofaction
Thursday 19 September 2024
Join the SPACE Community as we take the time to meditate on Psalm 19:1-6 – ‘The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands’.
Season of Creation
Sunday 15 September 2024
4.30 – 6.30pm
Ivanhoe Uniting Church, 15 Seddon Street
During the month of September, Christians all over the world celebrate what is called the Season of Creation, when we take part in prayer, action and reflection on God’s creation and God’s call that we care for our planet. This is our common home and so loved by God!
Come along as we celebrate our amazing world and think about good ideas to help us look after it. Looking forward to seeing you all for lots of creation-themed activities, celebration time and a meal together.
If you have friends who you think would like to join us at Messy Church, please bring them along with you.
All are welcome!
Contact Bethany for more details.
Thursday 12 September 2024
Join the SPACE Contemplative Community for a reflection on Philippians 2:1-8 ‘Imitating Christ’s Humility’, using the practice of Lectio Divina.
Cafe of Dangerous Ideas
Friday 20 September 2024 at 7.30pm
Sycamore Tree Cafe
185 Burgundy Street, Heidelberg
Veronica Sherman is the founder of www.happilymade.com.au and lives here in Melbourne. At age 10 she immigrated to Israel from Sweden. After completing her army service she moved to Australia to study Theology.
She will be sharing the story of unravelling from her double dose of Zionism.
Join us as we investigate some of the background to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
No need to book. Just turn up!
Café of Dangerous Ideas Facebook Page
Thursday 5 September 2024
Join the SPACE Contemplative Community for their monthly Taizé service
Your Car Y/our Future
Saturday 7 September 2024
10:30am
Ivanhoe Library Yarra-me Djila Theatrette
Cost: Free, but bookings are essential – https://www.trybooking.com/CUETU
Find out what it is like to own and drive an electric vehicle, hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicle.
Banyule City Council’s Community Energy Officer will open the event with a short presentation followed by an informal Question & Answer session with a few local electric vehicle and hybrid drivers.
At the end of the event you will have the chance to view different cars and talk to their owners.
Organised by the Ivanhoe Catholic Earthcare Group, the Banyule Network of Uniting Churches Climate Action Group, with support from the Banyule City Council
Sunday 1 September 2024 – Friday 4 October 2024
As we begin the month of September, we begin within the church what is known as “The Season of Creation”.
This runs from 1 September (Orthodox Church ‘Day of Creation’) up until 4 October (Feast Day of St Francis of Assisi).
The Uniting Church in Australia and a few others took a lead in promoting a Season of Creation in the global church’s liturgical calendar, with themes for each Sunday during a typical 3-year lectionary cycle. Our current Banyule Worship Plan has the following themes for each week:-
Sunday 1 September Day of Creation
Sunday 8 September Earth Sunday
Sunday 15 September Humanity Sunday
Sunday 22 September Sky Sunday
Sunday 29 September Mountain Sunday
About the Banyule Network
We are a Christian community of faith in the Banyule region, made up of congregations and communities of the Uniting Church. We have chosen to work together to love and serve God in our neighbourhood and the wider world. We warmly welcome you to share with us in worship, and in our community life and outreach.