Short Courses

Volunteers are the backbone of the church, the arms, legs and almost everything else. How do you work well with volunteers and help empower them? If you have staff, what are your obligations? Come and [...]

From the start the church has had at its heart ministry to those doing it tough. Sometimes this service can become more about us doing good and meeting our own needs than the needs of [...]

In a culture shaped by ‘red pill’ and manosphere influences, many young men are searching for identity, purpose, and direction—but not all the voices they encounter lead to life. What does Christianity have to offer [...]

The Uniting Church’s existence in law is a bit complicated. When you are in a Ministry role understanding how we exist, and how that affects our polity becomes important. Let Synod’s Governance specialist help you [...]

The Uniting Church has well over a dozen early childhood centres ministering and connecting to our community. How do we engage and interact with them as congregations? Come and let UEL’s director share the joy [...]

Not that long ago there was an assumption that you should just go to church. That is still an assumption in many cultures. But in 21st century Australia, it is assumed you should not go [...]

Some pastors love administration; others, not so much. But in pastoral ministry, the way you handle administration can either multiply your ministry or undermine it. Come and explore practical ways to improve, stay on top [...]

Much of the New Testament exists because of controversy in the early church — with St Paul writing to address conflict, confusion, and division. How should ministry leaders respond when controversies arise today? How do [...]

Ordination sets apart called individuals for the ordering of the church. But what does that mean, and who is the call for? Come and explore ordained ministry in conversation with others. This short course is free to [...]