IDAHOBIT stands for the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism, and Transphobia. Celebrated each year on May 17, it’s a global day of recognition and solidarity with LGBTQIA+ people around the world. The day raises awareness about the discrimination and violence still faced by many in these communities, while also celebrating love, identity, and the power of inclusion.

As we reflect on the recent Mission Centre Conference, both onsite and online, there’s a quiet sense that something meaningful unfolded among us, something rooted in deep listening, courageous sharing, and the ongoing work of becoming.

Throughout the day, we found ourselves gathered around stories of impact, possibility, and transformation…

It is with great joy that I share that the visas of Meredith and Dennis Carr have been APPROVED after a long 9-month wait. They will relocate to Australia in July 2025. 

If you’re unfamiliar with the amazing new 3-year LEAD program. Here’s a short snippet from my perspective about the start of my journey in this program…

Perth Easter camp has become a sacred tradition!  This year was no exception.  Up to 30 folks of all ages gathered over the weekend to share fun, worship, classes, campfire, recreation and lots of food (eating six times a day!). 

Can you remember when you attended kids camp? The anticipation of going away independently? Sleeping in bunk beds in rooms of similar aged kids? The uncertainty of what the week would hold..

Dear Members and Friends,

We're pleased to share that Expressions of Interest are now open for the position of Communications Coordinator within the Australia Mission Centre team..

As Tiona Chapel continues to grow as a sacred space of gathering, prayer, and renewal, it has been blessed with two beautiful and meaningful gifts, each carrying deep story, symbolism, and care.

The first is a vibrant commissioned a meaningful gift from the West Pennant Hills Congregation…

Gathering together—whether in person or online—has always been central to how we listen, discern, and respond to God’s call as a church. As we prepare for Mission Centre Conference, we are invited into a spiritual practice of seeking understanding through conversation, reflection, and prayerful discernment.

Pre-Legislation Sessions are a vital part of that process……

With gratitude, we remember members and friends of our community who have recently passed..

Dear Members and Friends, 

A recent announcement has been shared from International Headquarters regarding changes to how Apostles and Presidents of Seventy will be organised to support Christ’s mission around the world.

The Apostle Paul in his letter to the church at Ephesus includes the following prayer to the readers:

Below is a letter from Scott Murphy, sent this week to the Community of Christ Limited Board of Directors, regarding a change in the Interim Mission Centre President role.