The Australian Centre for Christianity and Culture invites you to “Eco v Ego: the footprint of our consumerism” to explore and self-reflect on consumption and sustainability issues of our modern society exhibition at the Blackall St premises from 9 May to 18 May.
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Quakers Australia – Integrity in Public Office – Canberra, 2024
On Thursday 28th February 2024, Quakers Australia held an action “Show integrity in Public Office” at Parliament House in Canberra. This was the fourth undertaking by Quakers Australia on this critical issue.
2023 Parliamentary Interfaith Breakfast
Since 2014, Australian Catholic University has hosted six parliamentary interfaith breakfasts, bringing together parliamentarians and the leaders of many faith communities in a spirit of mutual respect and dialogue.
The most recent breakfast was held on 16 November 2023 in the Great Hall at Parliament House in Canberra and featured addresses from the The Hon Milton Dick, Speaker of the House of Representatives, The Hon Chris Bowen, Minister for Climate Change and Energy representing the Prime Minister and The Hon Andrew Hastie, Shadow Minister for Defence, representing the Leader of the Opposition.
Religious and political leaders break bread at interfaith breakfast
Australia’s political and religious leaders have broken bread inside Parliament House for the seventh Australian Catholic University Interfaith Parliamentary Breakfast. ACU’s Parliamentary Interfaith Breakfast celebrates the diverse contribution faith communities have made on Australia’s national fabric. It has become a popular forum for interfaith dialogue and fosters positive engagement between the country’s political and religious leaders.
Canberra: Multifaith Prayer Support to COP28
There will be a show of public prayer support for the UN Conference COP28 on the lawns of Parliament House Canberra on Sunday 26 November and Monday 27 November 2023. The aim of public multi-faith prayer is to show the need for effective responses is a mainstream faith issue. As given in Laudate Deum, Pope Francis will attend COP28 for days 2 to 4.
Quakers Australia – Integrity in Public Office – Canberra, 2023
On the 7th September 2023, Quakers Australia held an action “Show integrity in Public Office” at Parliament House in Canberra. This was the third undertaking by Quakers Australia on this important matter.
Spirituality and elder abuse
Elder abuse is a serious issue that affects many older Australians, causing harm and distress within relationships built on trust. Join us for a thought-provoking webinar led by Dr. John Gilchrist, where we will delve into the legal position and redress for victims, with a special focus on financial abuse and neglect. We are also honoured to have Prof. Elizabeth Mackinlay shedding light on the spiritual and psychological aspects of abusive behaviour. This is an online event.
Let’s talk about: Technology in spiritual care
Drawing from her extensive experience of using technology in her role as a Spiritual Wellbeing Coordinator, Beaté Steller will share insights from her book, Tech-connect – Staying Meaningfully Connected in Aged Care (2017), where she developed a spiritual care program using technology to connect a resident unable to attend her grandson’s wedding. This webinar is part of a series of continuing education sessions planned for 2023 by the Centre for Ageing and Pastoral Studies (CAPS) in conjunction with the Australian Centre for Christianity and Culture.
Religious Short Film Prize
The Australian Centre for Christianity and Culture 2023 Spiritus Short Film Prize aims to contribute to a vision of hope and the common good for Australia. Entries close: 11:59 pm (Pacific Time) 31 August 2023.
ACT: Interfaith Dialogues: Faith and the Democratic
The Australian Centre for Christianity and Culture and Bluestar Institute are presenting an evening of interfaith dialogue, hosted by renowned political journalist, Paul Bongiorno. Our four faith speakers – Christian, Muslim, Buddhist and Hindu – will come together to discuss the topic of faith and democracy. This event will present on 12 Jul 2023 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, at the Australian Centre for Christianity and Culture, Barton, ACT.
ACT: Australian Centre for Christianity, ‘New Religious Thought’
Australian Centre for Christianity and Culture will host Prof. Wayne Hudson’s presentation on New Religious Thought on 27 Jun 2023 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm t the Chambers Pavilion, Australian Centre for Christianity and Culture, Barton, ACT.
Dean Sahu Khan, OAM: King’s Birthday Honours 2023
Vice-Chair of Religions for Peace Australia and Chair of Canberra Interfaith Forum, Dean Sahu Khan has been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours 2023.
