Author: Brady Williams
AARE NSW is hosting a FREE Zoom Webinar as part of our Membership recruitment drive.Alpha’s ‘Everyone Everywhere’ Tour 1 – 9 September 2026
Alpha’s Everyone Everywhere Tour
Whether you’re a church planter looking to build something new, a senior leader asking how to genuinely connect with a generation that thinks and lives differently, an emerging – next gen leader, or leading the charge in your ministry or workplace with a heart for the evangelisation of our nation.
We’ll be joined by
- Wole Agbaje (IMPRINT Church, UK),
- Dr. David Koop (Coastal Church Vancouver Network), and
- Patricia Lau (Alpha Hong Kong).
An event for emerging and senior leaders
This gathering is for you – whether you’re a senior church leader,
Spaces are limited in each city. Register for Your City: get tickets
Register Now
Celebrating the Inaugural Frayne Oration at Ursula Frayne Catholic College
Celebrating the Inaugural
‘Frayne Oration’
at Ursula Frayne Catholic College
(AARE’s Chris Callus & Natalie Leitao)
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Oration topic: ‘Keeping the Human in Humanity’;
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Speaker is Rev A/Prof Jamie Calder SJ.
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July 1 at UFCC (6:30–8:00 pm).
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Admission was free
I am delighted to invite you to the inaugural Frayne Oration at Ursula Frayne Catholic College, an annual event honouring the legacy of our foundress and her enduring belief in the dignity of every person.
This year’s oration, ‘Keeping the Human in Humanity: Christian Mission and Catholicity,’ will be delivered by Rev A/Prof Jamie Calder SJ, Catholic priest, psychologist, theologian, and Associate Professor at ACU.
Drawing on his expertise at the intersection of theology and psychology, Fr Calder will explore what it means to remain deeply human in a time marked by disconnection, alienation and polarisation, and how relationships sit at the heart of our shared mission.
This thought-provoking evening is open to staff, students, parents and the wider community, and promises meaningful dialogue about faith, wellbeing and the call to live with authenticity, compassion and purpose.
Mark Antulov, Principal
AARE National AGM 16th June 2026
Meeting Notice:
AARE National AGM 16th June 2026
YouthCARE in WA is our venue host for the AARE National AGM 2026
(AARE WA’s AGM will happen immediately afterwards.)
This will allow for a face to face meeting as well as Zoom
for those wishing to be part of the meeting, but not at the location.
We move forward from the 50th Year Anniversary celebrated …
How will your participation at this National AARE AGM shape the next 50 years?
Month of Prayer initiative May 2026 – Education Sector
Month of Prayer initiative
May 2026
Leaders in faith-based associations (YouthCARE, Scripture Union, Swan Christian Education Association, plus others) at a Round Table discussion commissioned May 2026 as the Month of Prayer initiative.
Come together to pray for every school, student, and teacher in our communities.
Christian schooling in WA – ZOOM 4th March 2026
Salt & Light Training Session
Date: Wed 4th March (next week)
Time: 5pm – 6pm (WA time)
Where: Online via ZOOM
Let’s work together to protect our Christian schooling in WA!
(Ref: Announced last week – intended changes to the Equal Opportunity Act in 2026.)
Click the button below to join the Zoom meeting on Wednesday 4th March at 5pm.
ACL staff are pleased to welcome our former WA Director, Peter Abetz, as our guest speaker.
We look forward to assisting your awareness of these intended changes, or paricipation in attempting to stop them.
In truth and grace,
Erica Young
Administration Assistant to WA Director
Australian Christian Lobby
OMG an ABC News article today about THE FIRST HYMN
ABC News feed today article about THE FIRST HYMN doco-video
Consider reading and sharing their effort.
Did you read the attached article about my initial research?
This documentary video about ‘The First Hymn’ –
was in-cinema screening – with extra weeks!
Music is the language of the young
Imagine being the first to sing, to write a song, to have judging looks and hopefully positive comments from those you want a response from?
Read the attached article about my initial research into this documentary video about ‘The First Hymn’
Enjoy also the link to the trailer video,
for this ‘The First Hymn’ video’s release
From July 31 – it was planned for 1 week only
Well … it went onto its
3rd week of screening
by popular demand!
“OMG” … refer to our article.
Teaching about Peace amid Religious & Cultural Conflict Webinar 15 Sept 2025
Teaching about Peace amid Religious & Cultural Conflict
Invitation to Share Free Professional Development Webinar –
Teaching about Peace amid Religious & Cultural Conflict
Australian Association for Religious Education Members please note:
Informit, in partnership with RMIT University and the Australian Council for Education Research, warmly invites your members to attend a free professional development webinar designed for teachers, librarians and education leaders:
Teaching about Peace amid Religious & Cultural Conflict
Date: Monday, 15 September 2025
Time:
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VIC, NSW, QLD, ACT, TAS – 4:30 PM AEST
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SA, NT – 4:00 PM ACST
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WA – 2:30 PM AWST
Location: Online (Microsoft Teams)
Duration: 1 hour
Register here
About the session:
This session will explore how schools can effectively and respectfully address contentious issues related to religion and belief systems. Attendees will gain insights into how history can inform contemporary approaches to curriculum, while promoting religious literacy, fostering intercultural understanding, and supporting inclusive teaching practices in diverse classrooms.
The webinar will conclude with practical strategies and curriculum resources that connect to the International Day of Peace, (21 Sept 2025) empowering educators and students to act now for a more peaceful world.
Guest speakers:
- Professor Peter Sherlock– Associate Director of Yindyamarra Nguluway & Executive Director (Acting), Australian Centre for Christianity and Culture, Charles Sturt University.
- Pru Mitchell– Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER).
This is a valuable opportunity for educators to gain professional insights and practical tools to navigate religious and cultural diversity with confidence and respect.
Christian Teachers Connect SU NSW online event 23 Sept 2025
Christian Teachers Connect SU NSW online event
We are looking forward to connecting with many NSW Christian school staff
at our upcoming Christian Teachers Connect event.
Be part of this FREE online event designed specifically to encourage, connect and refresh
Christian teachers working in NSW public schools.
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Consider: Even though the content will be designed specifically to encourage, connect and refresh Christian teachers working in the ‘NSW public schools arena and context’ – Being part of this FREE online event = may provide you with benefits in YOUR ministry type and location.
YouthCARE Art Competition submit entries by Friday, 24th October 2025
Go to the YouthCARE Art Competition Page
Announcing the YouthCARE Art competition starting today!
Entries submitted before the AARE CaRE Celebration on September 20th – will be displayed around the room on the day.
- Submit your entry by completing the online form here(Primary) or here (Secondary) by Friday, 24th October 2025
- Winners will be announced on Monday, 3rd November 2025
WIN amazing prizes and the opportunity to feature in YouthCARE’s 2025 Annual Report.
Link for print verion of ‘Trust‘ poster Link for print verion of ‘Valued’ poster