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About the Disaster Relief Fund
Thursday, 17 July 2008 16:54

The Disaster Relief Fund of the Uniting Church in Australia was established by the Assembly so that the church as a whole could provide assistance in disaster situations within Australia in order to assist in the recovery of individuals and communities.

Jenny Bertalan is Secretary of the Trust and may be contacted on 02 8267 4202 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
 
Fund Guidelines
Thursday, 17 July 2008 17:05

The Trustees have developed Guidelines that outline the role of the Uniting Church in disaster situations, the basis on which the disaster response of the Uniting Church is made and the principles for the distribution of disaster relief funds.

 National Approach to Disaster Response.
 
Committee of Management
Thursday, 17 July 2008 21:06

The Fund is administered by a Committee of Management appointed by the Assembly Standing Committee. The fund encourages each synod of the Uniting Church in Australia to appoint a Synod Disaster Coordinator, an officer responsible for disaster recovery response. 

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General Resources Print
Thursday, 17 July 2008 21:58

The UCA has a few general resources available to download, for use in the event of disaster or personal tragedy.

 Carrying Rainbows of Hope: Liturgical resources for use after disasters and personal tragedies.

In Remembrance: post disaster rituals and symbols.

From the people of South Sydney UC, to all those who suffer in the drought.
 
Bali Bombings Resources
Thursday, 17 July 2008 22:11

Terrorism moved closer to home on Saturday 12 October, 2002, when a bomb destroyed two crowded clubs in Bali, killing many Australians. The UCA hurried into action and prepared numerous resources for use in the aftermath of the tragedy.
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September 11 Resource
Friday, 18 July 2008 14:57
Prayer Service
Prepared by the Centre for Concern, Washington DC