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Chaplaincy Discussion Paper
The Assembly Standing Committee considers the issue of chaplaincy to be an important one at this time with the increase in the number of chaplains and the changed mission context. This paper explores the role of chaplaincy and invites discussion.

Chaplaincy Discussion Paper
 
Engaging the Basis Conference

The “Engaging the Basis” conference on the Basis of Union was held in Melbourne on 9-11 July.  It attracted over 120 people.  Some of the papers are attached here. Some others will be published in Uniting Church Studies. These papers can also be found on the conference website: www.engagingthebasis.ucaweb.com.au.

pdfbutton Theological Convictions: Norman Young

pdfbutton Response to Norman Young and Dean Drayton: Dr. Julia Pitman

pdfbutton Being True to UCA Tradition and Acknowledging Boundaries - Declaring and Guarding the Right Understanding of the Faith: Christopher C. Walker

pdfbutton Guarding and Declaring the Right Understanding of the Faith in a Pluralist Culture: Geoff Thompson

pdfbutton Engaging the Basis of Union: Dr Liz Boase

pdfbutton Response to Clive Pearson: Yangrae Son

pdfbutton A Conversation with the Basis of Union: David Busch
 
Progressive Christianity: Testing its Arguments
“Progressive Christianity: testing its arguments” by Geoff Thompson principal of Trinity Theological College is a paper well worth reading.  You can find it at: http://www.trinity.qld.edu.au/index.php?page=content&idcon=5723
 
On Being an Apostolic Church
This paper affirms that the Uniting Church stands within the one holy catholic and apostolic church. It explores what it means for the Uniting church to be an apostolic church.

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Why the UCA Ordains Women

The Uniting Church has affirmed the ordination of women since its inception in 1977.  A significant paper was prepared and made available in 1990.  It sets out the theological basis for the UCA position which is still pertinent.

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Towards a Theology Relating to Mission

Towards a Theology Relating to Mission is a paper to encourage thinking on mission across the Uniting Church.  It provides a basic Uniting Church perspective and invites people to reflect on mission in the light of the paper.  At the end is some background to the paper and a study guide.

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Important Resources
Important Resources is a list of helpful books and websites for leaders in the Uniting Church.  It has been developed by the Doctrine and Worship Working Groups to assist people to know what are the most valuable resources for ministry in a number of key areas.

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How to Read the Bible - 12 Simple Guidelines

How to Read the Bible - 12 Simple Guidelines is a resource developed by the Doctrine Working Group. It offers some useful steps as to how people can truly enter into the biblical message. How to read the Bible is available a hard copy format from the Doctrine Working Group or can be accessed below, in the following languages.

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