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West Papua Moderator dies
3/6/08
Rev Coriunus Berotabui, Moderator of the Evangelical Christian Church in the Land of Papua, died at 2am in a Jakarta hospital on June 2nd. His death was due to complications associated with lung cancer.
The Evangelical Christian Church is a partner church with the Uniting Church in Australia, and Rev Berotabui was a good friend. We are saddened by this news and Rev Berotabui's death is a terrible blow to the people of West Papua.
John Barr, Asia Secretary, greatly admired Rev Berotabui.
To read his comments click here
Please pray for the Berotabui family in their time of grief and please pray for the people of West Papua who have lost another leader.
Historic Reconciliation Developments in Papua New Guinea
20/5/08
Joy Balazo, Secretary for Young Ambassadors for Peace (YAP) has worked and witnessed a miracle in Tari, PNG.
32 Warrior Tribes in the Southern Highlands are presently preparing to sign a peace treaty, agreeing to reconcile their differences and move forward into a brighter future for Papua New Guinea (PNG).
During the early weeks of May, 2008, this historical event occurred as the first 3 of proposed 16 peace mediations, were carried out between 6 of the 32 warrior tribes in the Southern Highlands of PNG. This week a further 6 tribes are in negotiations and the process is continuing.
The events mark a potential momentous breakthrough in the history of PNG. Please keep thoughts of these peace mediations in your hearts and prayers as PNG strives towards a peaceful future.
To read more about PNG’s reconciliation developments click here
Concern for the Lives of Women shapes Support for Foreign Aid Policy Change on Safe Pregnancy Services
With information showing that worldwide access to the full range of maternal health advice and services would reduce maternal deaths by up to 35 %, Kerry Enright, Director Uniting Church Overseas Aid, has written to the Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs. In his letter he has indicated the support of the Uniting Church for the removal of the present policy restricting Australian aid funding for activities that involve access to and information about the full range of maternal health advice and services.
For more information click here
The Horror Conitnues for Zimbabwe
30/5/08
We have recently received an email from a Bishop of one of our partner churches in Zimbabwe that brought new disturbing and desperate news.
“It really seems the horror is not stopping” he writes. “Day by day we hear stories of people whose mouths, limbs, arms have been cut off for voting wrongly, that is, having voted for the opposition. It is horrific.”
On behalf of the Uniting Church, Uniting International Mission urges all congregations to keep Zimbabwe in their prayers, particularly as the June 27th election in Zimbabwe draws nearer.
To read the bishop’s email in full click here
You can help Zimbabwe:
By writing letters to the Australian Government, seeking intervention, you can help Zimbabwe and her people.
To view a sample letter click here
Cry Tears for Burma
The situation in Myanmar/Burma remains very sad. Many people will not receive help in time and will die as a result. It is estimated that 450,000 people have been assisted. The human rights situation there remains dire as the leaders are doing their best to keep themselves isolated from external influence.
A letter from Burma describes the despair being felt in the aftermath of cyclone Nargis.
Click Here to read the letter in full
Deep concern for worsening situation in Zimbabwe
26/5/08
Following recent conversations with leaders of the Methodist Church in Zimbabwe and the Uniting Presbyterian Church in Southern Africa, Uniting International Mission expresses a deep concern for the current crisis which Zimbabwe faces. The heartfelt concern of the Uniting Church in Australia has been expressed to the leadership of our partner churches.
National Director Kerry Enright comments:
"We are concerned for signs of brutality against those who do not support the present President, and for increasing poverty and starvation in Zimbabwe and fear that if nothing is done to help the Zimbabwe people from their predicament, injustice and violence will prevail."
Click Here to read Press Release and further comments of local leaders.
Uniting International Mission responds to Burma Cyclone tragedy:
The UCOA Burma Cyclone Appeal
Click Here to read Press Release
Give Online now
The death toll from Cyclone Nargis on 2nd May continues to rise and Uniting International Mission joins in encouraging Australians to give generously as Aid agencies and Governments seek to respond.
After discussions between Kerry Enright, National Director of Uniting International Mission and Alistair Gee, Executive Director of the National Council of Churches in Australia (NCCA) Christian World Service. Uniting Church Overseas Aid* has launched the UCOA Burma Cyclone Appeal.
Please make a secure online donation to the UCOA Burma Cyclone Appeal click here and fill out the online form. In the donations details section select the UCOA Burma Cyclone Appeal.
Or download the UCOA Donation Form and posting the following form to:
Uniting Church Overseas Aid, Replied Paid 2266, NSW 1234 or
PO Box A2266, Sydney South. NSW. 1235, indicating Burma Cyclone Appeal as the campaign to which you would like support.
Donations of $2 or more are tax deductible.
*Uniting Church Overseas Aid is the relief and development division of Uniting International Mission.
Free Berlin Movement: Letter Writing Campaign
It has already been one-year that Pastor Berlin V. Guerrero has been in prison due to a completely unrelated charge made against him. Uniting International Mission alleges its support for the Free Berlin Movement, and encourages everyone to take part in the letter writing campaign that is working to set Pastor Berlin free. We enjoin you to add your voice to the many who are praying for his release.
To learn more about the campaign and for information on sending letters click here
UCOA 2007 Annual Report Available Now
To view report click here
Uniting Church President urges support for the UCOA Burma Cyclone Appeal
As the tragic reality of the Burma cyclone continues to emerge, Uniting Church Overseas Aid (UCOA) has launched the UCOA Burma Cyclone Appeal to bring aid to the thousands who are in desperate need.
Uniting Church President Rev Gregor Henderson voices his support for the appeal and commits the Uniting Church to standing with the Burmese people in this devestating time.
Click Here to read Press Release
National Director comments on Zimbabwe
Director of Uniting International Mission, Kerry Enright, has called on Australian Christians to remember Zimbabwe during it's current crisis.
His comments can be read here
Zimbabwe churches release statement on election crisis
The heads of Christian denominations in Zimbabwe have called for an end to post-election violence that has engulfed their nation.
Click here to read their statement
Help us give the water of life
This year Uniting Church Overseas Aid aims to provide safe water and sanitation for 8 more rural villages in the Pacific. This will help around 8,000 people who lack access to safe, clean water. You can learn more about this appeal by clicking here.
You can now donate online
Donating to Uniting International Mission has become easier. You can donate online by clicking here
The donation form is easy to follow and allows you to select whichever of our projects you wish to support. The donation is made through a secure web site and you will receive a written receipt from us fr your records in the mail.
Christians still persecuted in Orissa, India: Report
Violence against Christians has continued in the North Indian state of Orissa. For a report from the Church of North India, click here.
Churches in the Philippines fear the impact of ‘Anti-Terrorist’ law
New 'anti terrorist' laws have concerned churches in the Phillipines, who worry that the legislation will negatively impact human rights.
Read more information and join the letter-writing campaign here
Common prayer of the Churches of South and North Korea March 2008
Report on North Korean Mission Workers
Missionaries Safe in East Timor
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