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YouVersion Marks One Billion Installs with Global Bible Month Celebration

YouVersion, creator of the world’s most popular Bible app, has reached a major milestone — one billion installs across its family of apps. The achievement comes during a record-breaking year for Bible engagement, reflecting a growing global hunger for Scripture and the power of technology to meet that need. Since launching in 2008, YouVersion has […]

Adrian Drayton · 10 November 2025

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The Making of New York City’s Youngest and Most Diverse Mayor

If you’ve scrolled through social media in the past few days, you’re no stranger to the name Zohran Mamdani. And rightly so as he made global headlines by being chosen to be the newly elected Mayor of New York City, the financial capital of the United States.  With this historic win, Mamdani has become a global symbol of possibility. He didn’t just defeat former […]

Aditee Vora · 7 November 2025

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Christ Without a Flag

Following Jesus in an Age of Christian Nationalism A Kingdom Without Borders Christian nationalism is the great confusion of our age. It fuses the cross and the flag, the gospel and the state, and the kingdom of God and the kingdoms of this world.[1] Christian nationalism takes the beauty of the faith and dresses it in […]

Graham Joseph Hill · 5 November 2025

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Billy Graham Evangelistic Association to Gather 2,500 Leaders in Sydney for 2027 Asia-Pacific Congress on Evangelism

The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) has announced it will convene 2,500 Christian leaders from 50 nations for the 2027 Asia-Pacific Congress on Evangelism, to be held in Sydney, Australia, from August 24–27, 2027.  The event will bring together pastors, evangelists, and ministry leaders from across the Asia-Pacific region to focus on evangelism and collaboration […]

28 October 2025

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Exciting Plans for Mixed Community and Housing Precinct in the Heart of Coffs

For more than a century the Uniting Church has been part of life and the community in Coffs Harbour. It is best known as the home of the “Soupie,” a long-running community kitchen that provides meals and companionship to people in need. Now, the Synod of NSW and ACT is preparing to redevelop the site […]

Jo Maloney · 24 October 2025

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Altman Defends Plan to Introduce Adult Mode in ChatGPT, Sparking Debate Over AI Boundaries

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has announced that ChatGPT will soon allow adult-oriented content for verified users, describing the change as an effort to “treat adults like adults” while maintaining safeguards for minors. The policy shift, set to take effect in December 2025, will permit erotica and other mature themes within ChatGPT for users who complete […]

Adrian Drayton · 22 October 2025

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Rev. Carmel Sheraton Elected President of NSW Ecumenical Council, Calls for Renewed Commitment to Unity

Rev. Carmel Sheraton has been elected President of the NSW Ecumenical Council at its recent Annual General Meeting. Members expressed gratitude for the leadership and perspective she brings to the role. In her closing address at the meeting on Saturday, 18 October, Rev Sheraton affirmed the continuing importance of unity and shared witness across Christian […]

20 October 2025

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Australian Survey Reveals Sharp Drop in Hope for World’s Future

Public optimism about the future of the world is on a concerning downturn, according to the latest 2025 Australian Community Survey from NCLS Research. Only 19 % of Australians say they feel “hopeful” or “very hopeful” about what lies ahead, while a striking 44 % describe themselves as “low in hope.” The survey marks a […]

Adrian Drayton · 17 October 2025

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Sarah Mullally Becomes First Woman Archbishop of Canterbury Amid Ongoing Anglican Disputes Over Same-Sex Blessings

Sarah Mullally has been named the new Archbishop of Canterbury, making her the first woman to hold the office in the Church of England’s history. Her appointment has stirred divisions within Anglican circles, particularly over the issue of same-sex blessings. Mullally enters the role against a backdrop of internal tensions. In 2023, the Church of […]

Adrian Drayton · 15 October 2025

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Hamas Releases 20 Israeli Hostages as Cease-Fire Brings Fragile Relief

Hamas has released all 20 remaining living Israeli hostages under the latest cease-fire agreement, marking a rare moment of relief after months of conflict. The handover took place on Tuesday, following days of negotiations brokered by regional mediators. Israeli officials confirmed that all hostages were transferred into the custody of the International Committee of the […]

Adrian Drayton · 14 October 2025

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Pacific Voices Lead Urgent Call for Climate Action at Community Talanoa in Western Sydney

On Thursday October 9, The Uniting Church Synod of NSW and ACT, together with Uniting NSW.ACT, hosted a Community Talanoa at Blacktown Uniting Church in Western Sydney, bringing together Pacific Climate Ministers, local Pasifika community members, and Australia’s Minister for Climate Change and Energy, Chris Bowen MP. The Talanoa—a traditional Pacific form of dialogue grounded […]

Adrian Drayton · 14 October 2025

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Prime Video Greenlights Joseph of Egypt, An Epic New Limited Series from the Creators of The Chosen

Prime Video is expanding its slate of biblical dramas with the official greenlight of Joseph of Egypt, a compelling eight-episode limited series from the makers of The Chosen. Production has already commenced in New Mexico, promising a grand retelling of one of the Old Testament’s most enduring narratives. The series casts Adam Hashmi, known for […]

Adrian Drayton · 26 August 2025

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Seminar from ‘Critical Friend’ Explores Australia’s Anti-Abortion Movement

On Wednesday, 20 August, Western Sydney University hosted a seminar on the history of the Australian religious right and the anti-abortion movement . The speaker, Dr Tim Jones, who is an Associate Professor at La Trobe University in Victoria. He is currently writing a book about the history of the Christian Right in Australia, focusing […]

25 August 2025

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Port Macquarie Churches Unite to Celebrate 1700 Years of the Nicene Creed

Sunday, July 27th, 2025, several Christian churches in Port Macquarie gathered to celebrate the 1700th anniversary of the Nicene Creed. Formulated at the Council of Nicaea in 325 AD, this foundational statement of faith was celebrated as a symbol of the shared Christian identity worldwide and their unity as one body. The ecumenical service was […]

Rev. Tau'alofa Anga'aelangi · 7 August 2025

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Parramatta Mission Needs Your Support This Winter

Helping Hands: A Homelessness Week Series Parramatta Mission’s Meals Plus program is a vital frontline service offering more than meals. “We provide warm meals – both breakfast and lunch Monday to Friday,” says Jennifer Oates, Fundraising and Consortium Manager at Parramatta Mission. “We have showers and laundry facilities onsite, a ‘shop’ where guests can get […]

Aditee Vora · 31 July 2025

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Wesley Mission Walks with Youth Through Homelessness

Helping Hands: A Homelessness Week Series For over 200 years, Wesley Mission has walked alongside people experiencing hardship, offering services that span mental health, aged care, financial counselling, and crisis accommodation. At its core, Wesley Mission exists to do all the good it can for those in greatest need and in recent years, that need […]

Aditee Vora · 31 July 2025