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MORE PAST EVENTS:

 

Celebrating the Inaugural

‘Frayne Oration’

at Ursula Frayne Catholic College

(ÍøÆسԹϒs Chris Callus & Natalie Leitao)Ìý

 

• Oration topic: ‘Keeping the Human in Humanity’;

• Speaker is Rev A/Prof Jamie Calder SJ.

• July 1 at UFCC (6:30–8:00 pm).

• Admission was free

I am delighted to invite you to the inaugural Frayne Oration at Ursula Frayne Catholic College, an annual event honouring the legacy of our foundress and her enduring belief in the dignity of every person.

This year’s oration, ‘Keeping the Human in Humanity: Christian Mission and Catholicity,’ will be delivered by Rev A/Prof Jamie Calder SJ, Catholic priest, psychologist, theologian, and Associate Professor at ACU.

Drawing on his expertise at the intersection of theology and psychology, Fr Calder will explore what it means to remain deeply human in a time marked by disconnection, alienation and polarisation, and how relationships sit at the heart of our shared mission.

This thought-provoking evening is open to staff, students, parents and the wider community, and promises meaningful dialogue about faith, wellbeing and the call to live with authenticity, compassion and purpose.

 

 

Mark Antulov, Principal

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Meditations & Scriptures

An Invitation … An Introduction to The ScripturesÌý Ìý &

An Introduction to Christian Meditation for Teachers and School Staff

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Month of Prayer initiative – May 2026

 

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Leaders in faith-based associations (YouthCARE, Scripture Union, Swan Christian Education Association, plus others) at a Round TableÌý discussion commissioned May 2026 as the Month of Prayer initiative.

 

Come together to pray for every school, student, and teacher in our communities.

 

 

 

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INVITATION: Salt & Light Training

4th March 2026

Australian Christian Lobby

Please join our March Salt & Light session where we will outline a new campaign to protect religious freedom.

WA Premier, Roger Cook, announced last week that he intends to see changes to the Equal Opportunity Act in 2026.Ìý This Act currently has exemptions for faith-based schools to employ staff in accordance with the tenets of their faith; however, the Law Reform Commission recommended a few years ago, to remove these exemptions.Ìý

Will you attend and be equipped to take action?

You will be informed about this issue and leave the session able to take action that could potentially influence, shape or even halt these proceedings before they reach Parliament.

This session will be held at 5pm WA time.Ìý It will be hosted by ACL staff and we are pleased to welcome our former WA Director, Peter Abetz, as our guest speaker.

Salt & Light Training SessionÌý
Date:ÌýWed 4th March (next week)
Time:Ìý5pm – 6pm (WA time)
Where:ÌýOnline via ZOOM

Let’s work together to protect our Christian schooling in WA!

Click the button below to join the Zoom meetingÌýonÌýWednesday 4thÌýMarchÌýatÌý5pm.

I look forward to seeing you next Wednesday.

In truth and grace,

 

 

Erica Young
Administration Assistant to WA Director
Australian Christian Lobby

 

 

 

 

 

Christmas Story Time 2025!

“We have 6 groups at 4 libraries”

 

What is Christmas Story Time?
Christmas Story Time is a free, family-friendly event held in local libraries. It’s a chance to:

• Share the true message of Christmas through Christian storybooks read aloud.
• Create joy with fun children’s activities such as crafts, colouring, and a special gift bag to take home.
• Connect our community with local Christians and ministries in a warm, welcoming environment.

Why are we doing this?
Because Jesus is the reason for the season! We want to bless families in our community, celebrate the heart of Christmas, and open doors for future outreach opportunities.

 

How can YOU be involved?
We’re looking for volunteers who are willing to:

• Be willing to be trained and equipped to run a Christmas Story in their local library
• Work as part of a team
• Attend a volunteer training/ information session (Photo of training group below)

ÌýInterested? Email JennyÌýÌýÌý jennifer2@westnet.com.auÌý ÌýÌý

 

Report and plans since 2024 events: Below:

 

 

also celebrates their 50 years of ministry

Every Home for Christ are sponsoring some ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï activities.

 

 

 

Past Events:

Celebration Cancellation Notice

Dear Friends,

ÌýIt is with a heavy heart that I share the news that we have had to make the difficult decision to cancel the ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï Celebrations planned for this coming Saturday.

ÌýWe know this will come as a disappointment, especially for those who have poured so much love, time, and effort into preparing for what promised to be a rich and meaningful gathering. Please know how deeply grateful we are for your generosity and commitment. We are making arrangements to refund your registration.

ÌýThough this particular celebration will not take place, the vision and passion behind it remain alive, and I trust that God will continue to bless the good work you are doing in your ministry and service.

ÌýPlease accept our sincere thanks for your support and commitment.

ÌýPS: You might be interested to know that we have one last activity for the Year of CaRE; that is an online Gratitude Wall.

This will go live next week and I encourage you and your colleagues / students to take advantage of the opportunity to show your appreciation / gratitude to a current or former chaplain or religious educator.

ÌýWith gratitude, Blessings & Joy

Chris Callus

 

WA & National President

Australian Association for Religious Education

Celebrating 50 Years of Service – 1974 to 2024

2025 – Year Of CaRE

ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýpresident@aare.org.au

 

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ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï National AGM

was in Melbourne –Ìý24th May 2025Ìý

See AGM 2025 TabÌý

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Sponsored Link:

IB hosted a faith-based webinar on 28 May 2025, aimed at Catholic school leaders across Australia & Southeast Asia.ÌýÌý

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Do check out this ‘Month of Prayer – March 2025‘ 4xpage summary

and consider continuing to use this as a guide for your prayers.Ìý

Next Meeting coming: Tuesday 20^th May @ 4.46 pm, (Plan to login a little early = for catching up & checking systems are working.)

“ÍøÆسԹÏ(WA) Committee Meeting as well as ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï National Strategic Meeting & AGMÌý Zoom meeting”

 

News already shared:

 

 

WA Committee Meetings news and information for our WA Members:

Next Meeting coming: 29 April 2025 @ 4.45 pm, (Plan to login a little early = for catching up & checking systems are working.)

ÍøÆسԹÏWA Committee Meeting via ZOOM on Tuesday 29th April 2025

Major event NEWS:

ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï WA Sundowner Afternoon Tea

was held at Ursula Frayne Catholic College 1st April

Info Here:ÌýIn this ‘Month of Prayer’Ìý – I pray you are all well.

You can find here theÌýflyer with ‘past event’ detailsÌý

 

 

Do check out this ‘Month of Prayer – March 2025‘ pageÌýand consider praying continually.Ìý

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News already shared:

This year we’ve been exploring what Prayer Spaces looks like in Australian Schools

and have had incredibly positive feedback.Ìý

We will have our official Australian Prayer Spaces in Schools launch

a tour 24-7 Prayer Australia National Gathering next year in

Perth on Friday 21 MarchÌýandÌýSydney on Saturday 22 March.Ìý

We can’t wait to gather together in both Perth and Sydney!

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There will be Prayer Spaces in SchoolsÌýworkshopsÌýatÌýboth of these eventsÌýled by Phil Togwell, the International Director of Prayer Spaces in Schools, as well as aÌýprofessional development morning in Sydney on Monday 24 March.

We have anÌýincredible line up of speakersÌýfor the Gathering. AlongsideÌýTrudi Sayers, the Australian director of 24-7 Prayer, we’ll be hearing from guests includingÌýPete Greig, founder of 24-7 Prayer,ÌýGerald GriffinÌýfrom Bridgetown Church,ÌýJill WebberÌýfrom Waverley Abbey andÌýMark SayersÌýfrom Red Church.

As we lead up to the Gathering, we are looking toÌýgather stories from YOUR experiencesÌýof Prayer Spaces to share. We would love to connect with you and hear all about what you have been doing. Email: Prayer Spaces in Schools Australia <hello@prayerspacesinschools.au>

Prayer Spaces in Schools AustraliaÌý

 

Also announcing:Ìý

ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï WA Announcement:

ÌýStory Time reading to children the Christmas Story

Great Training 12th Oct =ÌýPositive response !

 

RETHINKING EDUCATION:

With Andrew McColl (National Webinar Host / QLD Director – FamilyVoice Australia), Darryl Budge (WA Director – FamilyVoice Australia) and Dr. Sheela Nathan

Pioneering a classical Christian microschool network in WA.

Date: Wednesday October 9, 2024 =ÌýOnline via Zoom link

Times:ÌýPLEASE NOTE: Times listed are Daylight Savings times.Ìý

WA:Ìý2.00pm;ÌýNT:Ìý3.30pm;ÌýQLD:Ìý4.00pm;ÌýSA:Ìý4.30pm,ÌýACT/NSW/TAS/VIC:Ìý5.00pm

 

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Recent News:

There are some things our other state teams are doing –Ìý see their PD & Events page:

Ìý(We get to enjoy partnering with other ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï State’s efforts!)

 

(Dinner Photos on PD & Events page.)

ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï WA Dinner & Awards Night

5th Sept 2024

Venue – Trinity College, Perth

We celebrated RE team’s – years of service / initiative / resource / successÌý

 

More Recent News:

There is something our NSW & ACT team are doing –ÌýÌýsee their PD & Events page:Ìý(We get to enjoy partnering with other ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï State’s efforts!)

Or Click here:Ìý

Below is a WA partner organisation’s event:

Beyond Kid’s Ministry 16 & 17th August Training Event

Also:

EXCLUSIVE EVENT FOR NEW ANIMATED JESUS FILM

ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï shares your invitation to hear about the new animated JESUS movie

(Some of the ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï members Australia wide were involved in the distribution of the original ‘Jesus Movie’ a 2 hour production. As well as the ‘Story of Jesus for Children’ the 62 minute version, designed for Australian public school audiences. (ÍøÆسԹÏ-WA Still has stocks available on DVD)

See our Links Page above, or click the link below to go straight to registration site for launch dates in July 2024:

PAST EVENTS:

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETINGSÌý ÌýÍøÆسԹÏÌý2024

Announcing:

7 May 2024 for ALL regional & national Annual General Meetings

Revised News is going out direct to members – with specific agenda and Zoom login details.

New advice and usual notice periods apply … great things are happening!

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PAST EVENTS:

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Amplify kids min conference

at Mt Pleasant Uniting (WA)

is actually on Sat. 9th MarchÌý(due to WA public holiday on 4th March).

The online Amplify was on Saturday 2nd MarchÌýalong with most of the other hubs around Australia.

/ – check the website for final details!!!!

PERTH CHILDREN’S MINISTRY CONVENTION

Saturday 16th March 9.00am – 3.30pm North Beach Baptist Church (WA)
How to teach the character of God to children + more. For details and to register –Ìý

Watch the webinar with Tom Treseder Founder of MegaVoice Australia held on 13 February 2024

See PAST EVENTS :

You were invited to a Zoom meeting, for an online gathering where we explored the

intersection of faith and education, connecting with like-minded individuals to pray.

When:ÌýMonday Feb 5, 7:00 PMÌýCanberra, Melbourne, Sydney

Topic:

Marketplace Ministry & Prayer Meeting

– Sphere of Education

RegisterÌýin advance for this meeting:Ìý

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Blessings,

Greg

Greg Bondar

National Director

Christian Voice Australia

E:Ìýchristianvoiceaustralia@gmail.com

M:Ìý0411 854 115

T:Ìý+61(2) 9546 1898

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Head Office:ÌýSydney NSW

Postal Address:ÌýPO Box 3251 Blakehurst NSW 2221

A FREE PL EVENT TO START THE YEAR!

Dear colleagues,

Don’t miss this opportunityÌýto learn from the expert.

Join in person or online to find out about thisÌýreflectiveÌýapproachÌýto personalÌýand spiritual developmentÌýoffered inÌýschools around the world.Ìý

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How might it add value to the young people that you work with?

It is accessible to students of all faiths and none.

PRAYER SPACES IN SCHOOLS:
WHAT? WHY? WHEN? AND HOW?Ìý

Supporting the Spiritual Development of Your Students

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THURSDAY 1 FEBRUARY, 4-5.15PM.

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Register to find out about this practice from its international UK-based director and meet the newly-appointed Australian coordinator Sue.

Register atÌýÌýor scan the QR code below

Find out more atÌý

regards

Shirley

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Shirley on behalf of ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï Committee 2023

Australian Association for Religious Education,Ìý

Victoria Inc.

aare.vic.members@gmail.com

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Council of Christians and Jews Western Australia Inc.

Commemoration of Kristallnacht
85th Anniversary

Come, remember, reflect, respond…
Guest speaker: Mrs Judith Arkwright
Honorary Life Member, CCJWA
Inferno — The Night of Broken Glass
2:30pm, Sunday 12 November 2023
Sylvia & Harry Hoffman Hall
Carmel Primary School
Woodrow Avenue, Yokine

ALL WELCOME

Website:

Kristallnacht-Poster-2023

ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï WA circulars

January 2023

January 2022

March 2021

June 2020

March 2020

November 2019

Early planning is underway for the PTB to happen again

The ‘Passing The Baton training day & expo’ = PTB

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We recommend the Children’s Ministry Network: Go to

The CMN website is the best place to make your first search and inquiries –

about locally and nationally available children’s ministry speakers, resources, services, events, and programs.

Please feel free to directly contact participating organisations listed in the