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Liturgical dress – a paper by Robert Gribben

April 25th, 2011 · No Comments · Liturgical dress, Papers

An historical overview of liturgical dress, with relevance to Deacons. Liturgical Dress in the UCA by Robert Gribben 2

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Occasional Papers

April 23rd, 2011 · No Comments · Papers

Occasional Papers are available to download on the Documents/Papers link on the top banner of this website. Volumes 1-10 (Volume #3 is missing – we will upload when we track it down and scan it in!). These papers are invaluable references on diaconal ministry in general, and the renewal of the UCA diaconate in particular.

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Positions vacant

April 16th, 2011 · No Comments · Positions vacant

This section will be updated from time to time, when we are informed about positions for Deacons, or placements with a diaconal focus. Please check the Synod websites for more information February 2021 Canberra Presbytery NSW Queanbeyan (1.0) Contact Ms Rinda Scott, rindy47@gmail.com Far North Coast Presbytery NSW Lismore Regional Mission Yamba-Iluka UC Contact: Rev […]

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20th celebrations to mark the renewal of the UCA diaconate

April 16th, 2011 · No Comments · 20th anniversary of Deacons in the UCA

The 1991 UCA Assembly affirmed the renewal of the diaconate in the UCA, with the first Deacons ordained in 1992. To recognise the 20th anniversary, plans are being developed for celebrations in 2012. We’ll keep you posted as things develop……. (UCA Deacons interested in the background planning can click on the ’20th celebrations’ on the […]

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DUCA Executive 2010-2012

April 16th, 2011 · No Comments · DUCA Executive

At the DUCA meeting in October 2010, it was agreed that SA would provide leadership for DUCA, 2010-12. Sandy Boyce is the Convener of the DUCA Executive. The working style for the Executive will be based on networking with key individuals and groups, rather than doing all the DUCA business on their own. A small […]

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Stoles – web links

April 16th, 2011 · No Comments · Liturgical dress

Carrot Top Studios (Jenny Gallo) Website – http://mysite.verizon.net/vzeoro2y/id6.html Blogsite – http://www.carrottopstudio.blogspot.com Jenny does wonderful work creating stoles for the seasons of the liturgical year. She is based in America, and with the strong Australian dollar it’s very reasonable to purchase online (PayPal or credit card). Cost of stoles is very reasonable and she does both […]

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Liturgical dress – UCA Guidelines (1992)

April 16th, 2011 · No Comments · Guidelines, Liturgical dress

Deacons leading worship may choose to wear liturgical dress, and the UCA has prepared general guidelines on liturgical dress. Importantly, a Deacon may wear a stole across their body (symbolic of the towel Jesus wrapped around him when he washed the feet of the disciples), over their left shoulder and secured at the right hip. […]

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The Spirit of Things – greening the church

April 16th, 2011 · No Comments · Media

Australia’s first Eco Ministry was established by Rev Jason John. This interview on the Spirit of Things on the ABC includes a conversation with John, as well as Miriam Pepper, who has worked as the co-ordinator and outreach officer for Project Green Church at Maroubra Junction Uniting Church, which aims to reduce the church’s environmental […]

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A service to mark the conclusion of a placement

April 16th, 2011 · No Comments · Orders of service

At the conclusion of a Deacon’s placement, there should be a recognition of the the end of the placement as well as cutting of the pastoral responsibilities. A service outline is here, A Service to Mark the Conclusion of a Placement

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