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OPINION

OPINION

Intersecting truths

Reflecting on a recent parliamentary reception with King Charles, the Rev. Charissa Suli, President of the Uniting Church, emphasised two intersecting truths: the ongoing impact of colonisation on First Peoples and the need to embrace Indigenous wisdom.

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Philosophilia at home – Extinction Rebellion on Tamarama

It was my privilege, recently, to participate in an Extinction Rebellion action at Tamarama Beach during Sculpture by the Sea. It was a peaceful, visually arresting protest, aimed at keeping the urgency of climate action present in people’s minds, and offering ways to get involved in the battle to preserve our biosphere.

One recent day on Pitt Street

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Support for ecumenical Indigenous theological education

The University of Divinity’s decision to disestablish the School of Indigenous Studies is deeply disappointing.

Philosophilia at home – Creation and Fall

If, as a species, we are to survive the next century or two, we must take a much longer view of our history than is our habit. But for today, let’s go back only as far as Adam and Eve, our civilisation’s origin story.

Faith communities call for fossil fuel phase-out

Cathedrals and over 150 diverse places of worship across Australia, including in Sydney, unveiled banners on September 17 with a united message for the Prime Minister and the Leader of the Opposition: supporting a rapid transition from coal and gas to clean energy.

Love for new metro

Well, I love the new metro. Waterloo to City in a few minutes. Chatswood, 17 minutes. The trains are spotless, the stations sparkling and the staff smiling. Very impressive.

Philosophilia* at home – ask me anything you like

Here in my secret bohemian palace above the hotspots of Redfern Street, I’ve been watching the world outside my windows – and on my TV screen – change dramatically for 25 years.

The cost and power of good journalism

In a moment of such significance that some even switched off Origin Game Two, Julian Assange arrived at Canberra airport on June 26 after spending nearly 15 years involved in a legal saga that sparked global debates on the role of independent media.

CO2 indoors in winter

Brrrrr! It’s cold! We’re always tempted to shut all of our doors and windows in winter, and keep warm and snug indoors. It’s much nicer to run around in trackies and a top than to rug up in jumpers and jackets inside.

‘A giant in the fight for First Nations justice’

It is with great sadness that Reconciliation Australia sends our condolences to the family and friends of the Rev. Dr D. Gondarra OAM.

Winter Solstice and rituals in the neighbourhood

Every year in our neighbourhood we try to host a Winter Solstice gathering. I do it mostly because I love winter.

Connected people are healthy people

Our hearts are heavy as we continue to mourn the tragic events that unfolded last month at Westfield, Bondi Junction, and across our city. The senseless loss of lives in such a familiar setting strikes deep at our sense of security.

Church responds with love to arson

In recent weeks, vandals have burned and torn the Rainbow Flag at South Sydney Uniting Church (SSUC) on Raglan Street. The church’s notice board has also been defaced. There have been arson attacks on the church in the past.

A call to faith, justice and an end to occupation

On Monday March 18, members of Balmain and Leichhardt Uniting Churches met with their State MP, Kobi Shetty, whose office is located in Glebe.

Neighbourhood – layers of memory

SURRY HILLS: I walked past the window on Bourke Street and the image immediately caught my eye. There was a set of eyes peering at me from a frame and beneath that some squiggly, colourful, abstract designs. It was a pop-up piece of art in a shop window.

The fragility of the neighbourhood

These days we often talk about the importance of a resilient neighbourhood. There is a “resilient city” global network which Sydney is a part of that keeps cities accountable to becoming sustainable. This network exists to help keep neighbourhoods connected and strong. But what I’ve been reflecting on lately is about the fragility of the neighbourhood.

Sovereignty, security and dignity

Israel and Palestine have grappled with enduring territorial disputes and complex geopolitical tensions across generations. Peacemakers insist the “side” we’re called to support isn’t exclusively pro-Israel or pro-Palestine, it’s “pro-solution”.

Malo, South Sydney!

Do you want to learn my Tongan language? 1. Malo e lelei = Hello. 2. Malo = Thank you. 3. Malo ‘aupito = Thank you very much.

Three prayers for peace

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Life, breath – everything

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Blessing of the animals

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Wrong Honey

Buses excessive and loud

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Vinnies Winter Appeal supports vulnerable older women

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Transport accessibility matters

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‘It’s time to end homelessness’

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Interfaith prayer service affirms dignity of all

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‘Just come home’

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Addressing and preventing loneliness

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Islam and non-violent civil resistance

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Healthy food choices

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Eremos at 40 offers ‘nuanced human view’

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Remembering Father Bob

I remember when Father Bob Maguire (1934-2023) came to...