Posts from August 2025
MUC’s valuable and on-going relationship with Doncaster Secondary College….
When the formal merger of four local churches became Manningham Uniting Church in 2012, our purpose was to become one strong faith- based congregation that also recognised and used its gifts and graces in partnership with the localManningham community. We wanted to understand where God was at work in the community, and to join in. Putting this into practice was the basis ofEmma’s very worthwhile ten year role as MUC’s Missional Community Development Worker. On behalf of MUC, Emma’s connection…
Connecting Church and Community
A few weeks ago, I was sitting in the Auditorium listening to Con’s sermon on The Good Samaritan. As I’ve spent the last few months supporting MUCadmin. around the rentals of the building, my mind wandered (despite the impressive sermonising, Con!) to that subject. I noted down two things that Con said. Firstly, he said that the story of The Good Samaritan is a story of helping those who aren’t us. Since childhood, I’ve always understood the message of the…
Position Vacant: Admin Administrator
We’re seeking an organised and hands-on Administration Assistant to support our Operations Manager and help keep our vibrant church community running smoothly — both in the office and around our facilities. What you’ll do:. Provide day-to-day admin correspondence, bookings and appointments Coordinates venue rentals and assists in events and program Coordinate trades & contractors for building maintenance, repairs, cleaning and compliance inspections. Coordinates venue reservations, liaise with renters, site orientation, offer proposals and agreements Support events and community activities, including coordinating set…
Ministry Team Update – Welcome Alison
We are pleased to announce that the Reverend Alison Sampson (middle With Kay and Ruth) will be joining the ministry team as Supply (fixed term) for the next three months in a three days a week capacity. Alison is ordained as a Baptist Minister. There’s a lovely section in Alison’s CV headed ‘Roving Preacher’ and another about ‘Sole Pastor’ and the contents read so much like the ministry of Jesus and those to whom he was drawn. Alison’s experiences embrace…