UFT e-News 2010 #12 (21 May)

1. Exam Timetable
2. Second semester enrolment
3. A Prayerful 'Sending Forth' to Edinburgh 2010
4. Early Bird Registrations, MCD Centenary Conference 2010
5. UFT staff on Compass this Sunday
6. Thank You
7. God’s Holy People or God’s Holy Empire? Towards a Healthier, Humbler Church
8. Mid-Week Bookroom Talk
9. Stories of Childhood Conference
10. Christian Management Australia Conference, 31 May to 2 June, Gold Coast.
11. Two reflections about the Conversation with Aboriginal Elders regarding the Intervention

1. Exam Timetable
The first semester examination timetable is on display at the CTM (at the UFT noticeboards and at reception) and online at http://www.uft.edu.au/content/timetables.

2. Second semester enrolment
Students are welcome to enrol in units for second semester at any time, or to vary their existing second semester enrolment. Please contact the UFT office to discuss your course, or (for existing students) submit a Change of Enrolment form (available from www.mcd.edu.au).  Students should ensure their second semester enrolment is correct by the end of June.

3. A Prayerful 'Sending Forth' to Edinburgh 2010
UFT student and TSA President Claudine Chionh is being sponsored by the Victorian Council of Churches to attend the World Mission Conference in Edinburgh in June 2010, on the centenary of the 1910 Edinburgh conference. This role carries significant responsibilities and reflects Claudine's commitment to intellectual engagement with ecumenism and missiology. There will be a short liturgy to wish Claudine God's speed on her journey at the regular UFT gathering for prayer at 1.05 pm on Thursday 27 May. Please come along to support Claudine and to pray for the Edinburgh conference.

4. Early Bird Registration MCD Centenary Conference 2010
Melbourne College of Divinity 2010, The Future of Religion in Australian Society,  5 – 7 July 2010, Trinity College, University of Melbourne. The Centenary Conference will be a seminal event in theological reflection in Australia, providing valuable insights for theological and academic institutions in Australia and overseas. A stimulating conference program consisting of presentations by distinguished international and national scholars will provide a dynamic platform for delegates to debate and consider ‘The Future of Religion in Australian Society’.

Registration Now Open -  register http://www.mcd.edu.au/centenary-conference-registration for Early Bird discounted rate until 31 May 2010.

5. UFT staff on Compass this Sunday
On Sunday 23 May the ABC will screen a program entitled ‘Challenge, Change, Faith: Catholic Australia and the Second Vatican Council’ in its regular Compass segment at 10pm. The documentary includes participation from several UFT staff, including Katharine Massam and Brendan Byrne. Further details are available from http://www.challengechangefaith.com.au

6. Thank You
Many thanks to those people who have been cleaning up the Student Kitchen.  There has been an improvement but continued work needs to happen to ensure the kitchen is mice free!

7. God’s Holy People or God’s Holy Empire? Towards a Healthier, Humbler Church
John Garratt Publishing presents: God’s Holy People or God’s Holy Empire? Towards a Healthier, Humbler Church with Rev Donald Cozzens PhD and response by Bishop Geoffrey Robinson. At a time when God’s pilgrim people seek safe harbour in a storm of scandals, this presentation will explore how the Catholic faithful might cling to hope and courage, the corner stones for a healthier, humbler Church.

Tuesday July 20 2010, 7pm for Dinner, 8pm for Lecture, Veneto Club, 191 Bulleen Rd, Bulleen VIC 3105, 2 course Dinner & Lecture $66.00ea (Sophia $59.40ea) Lecture only $25ea (Sophia: $20ea).  Tickets will not be available for purchase on the night. Book via www.johngarratt.com.au or phone 1300 650 878.

8. Mid-Week Bookroom Talk
Thursday 27th May 2010, Bob Dixon will be discussing: The Outlook for the Catholic Church in Australia: What does research tell us? Beginning with a light luncheon at 12pm and then the presentation at 12.30pm the presentation will be invaluable for anyone working in a parish, school or involved in ministry in any way.  It may also be the only occasion to hear directly from the researcher. Held at the John Garrett Bookroom, 32 Glenvale Cres, Mulgrave VIC.  Please RSVP to sales@johngarrett.com.au or 1300 650 878 by Tuesday 25th of May for catering and seating purposes.

9. “Stories of Childhood” Conference  Saturday May 29  CTM, Parkville
This annual state-wide conference for ministers, church leaders, playgroup leaders, Sunday School teachers and anyone involved in serving families with pre-schoolers, will be well worth the journey to the CTM in Parkville. Electives available include “Conversations that communicate care”, “Playdough with a purpose”, “Practical Ideas for Worship with Families with 0-5s”, “Songs, Stretches and Storytelling”, “Making a difference, tools for leadership” and “Play and Playgroup/Pre-school ministries – fun, learning and spirituality”. For more information, email chris.barnett@ctm.uca.edu.au.

10. Christian Management Australia Conference, 31 May to 2 June, Gold Coast.
Registrations keep flowing in, and with just under two weeks to go, there's plenty of time to join over 300 church, ministry and business leaders from around Australia.  Can you afford NOT to be there? Register now online at www.cma.net.au/conference.

11. Two reflections about the Conversation with Aboriginal Elders regarding the Intervention.  You may be interested in the reports below. A fuller version is in Wes Campbell’s Blog http://blogs.unimelb.edu.au/radicalchurch/  There is more detail in the Archbishop’s report.