Welcome
Wominjeka. Welcome. We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we meet, the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation. We pay our respect to their Elders past, present and emerging. We also acknowledge our gratitude that we share this land, our sorrow for some of the costs of that sharing and our collective hope and belief that we can move to a place of equity, justice and partnership together.
Located in the Hills, committed to serving our local community. At our heart is the wisdom and teachings of Jesus which include deep listening, compassion, hospitality, justice and loving one another, especially marginalised people.
Comfortable with all faiths/denominations and gender diversity. Collaborative and intergenerational. Friendly, and understanding, exploring spirituality and contemplation, evolving, and changing. Connected to and conversing with our community, offering marginalised people a place to feel safe. Grounded in Justice, thinking outside the square.
You’re welcome to call us on (03) 9754 2177, contact us via email, follow us on Facebook, have a look around our website or come and visit us at 1566 Burwood Highway, Tecoma.
This Sunday – Lent 3
The gardener in the vineyard knows the fig tree needs rest, nutrients, and time—and it also needs to produce fruit. Both things are true, which is also true for us. If we are always striving for more growth without taking time to rest, we will burn out. But if we are only ever resting, we won’t bear fruit or grow. The fig tree also teaches us that the in between time—of nurture before fruit—can be where transformation begins.
10.00am Service
Zoom link Meeting ID: 829 2369 7058 Pass code: 109713
Karen’s Baptism – This Sunday
This Sunday will be the baptism of Karen McGregor who has been at TUC for the last year, has decided to get baptised. It will be a very special morning, with members of Karen’s family coming to join us. We will get to hear a bit from Karen and also see some of her incredible artwork.
As baptism of an individual in the Uniting Church is also a baptism into a community, we’d love you to come along and be a part of this special morning.
Come and join us from 10am.
Hall Hirer & Community Events
Treasure Shop
Treasure Shop needs 2 new chairs
Is there anyone in our community with 2 Sturdy dining or study chairs that they are no longer using and would like to donate to the Treasure Shop.
Please speak to Barb, Jenny or Lorraine if so or please let Kellie know in the office at office@tecomauc.org.au
We need your help!
We need volunteers to do a shift 3 hours a week, fortnight or even once a month. You will be working alongside another experienced, friendly volunteer.
The shop hours are Monday to Friday 9.15am – 12.30am, or 12.30pm – 3.45pm. Saturday 9.45am – 1.15pm (but we can accommodate your availability.)
If you are unable or find it unappealing to work in the shop there are some other ways you can help us.
Including:
- Collect bags of things we can’t sell and deliver them to bigger Op Shops
- Find prices for special donations on the marketplace so we can price more accurately
- Collect clothes from us that are in good nick but need a stain treated and a freshen up wash
- Like us on Facebook and share pics with friends who may like what we’re selling (Upwey Treasure Op Shop)
The Upwey Treasure Op Shop, at 6 Main Street in Upwey, is a huge recycling project keeping tons of clothes out of landfill and causing less viable clothes to be recycled into usable products.
We want to continue to be a presence in the local community as well as do our bit helping the planet and various deserving charities, both locally and within Australian and overseas.
This is why your help is much needed!
If you’re interested please email Jenny at jenstevens54@gmail.com with
your phone number and she will call you or pop in. Thank you very much
The Emergency Planning Advice Service (EPAS)
FREE, person-centered support to help vulnerable individuals create bush fire and emergency plans.
The service includes:
• First visit: Discuss your risks and begin planning (P-CEP Step 1)
• Second visit: Develop and refine your plan (P-CEP Steps 2 & 3)
• Phone check-in: Finalise and review your emergency plan (P-CEP Step 4)
Learn more: VIDEO
Register here: CFA’s EPAS Program
Contact: CFA communityprograms@cfa.vic.gov.au or call Kelly Hofert on 03 9294 6764
Financial Contributions
If you would like to support the work of the church and it’s service to the surrounding community, you 
can do this through our Bendigo Bank account.
BSB: 633 000 & Account: 131789216 To contact us: (03) 9754 2177 or email office@tecomauc.org.au
or go to our Offerings page to use your credit/debit card.
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