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Yarralumla Uniting Church, Canberra. A guide for Baptist ministers transitioning to the UCA (Part 12 of 12) Rod Benson, 19 July 2026 For Baptist ministers discerning a call to ministry within the Uniting Church in Australia, practical questions soon follow theological reflection. Every minister's journey is unique, but many of the same questions arise as …
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There are numerous reasons why an ordained minister may consider leaving professional ministry. A guide for Baptist ministers transitioning to the UCA (Part 11 of 12) Rod Benson, 19 July 2026 Ordained ministry is a profound vocation, but need not be a lifelong appointment in the same form or context. Ministers conclude placements for various …
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A guide for Baptist ministers transitioning to the UCA (Part 10 of 12) Rod Benson, 19 July 2026 There comes a point in the life of many ministers when the transition from a previous denomination recedes into the background. They no longer think of themselves primarily as “former Baptist ministers” or as newcomers learning the …
The long climb from Pamplona is rewarded with stunning views at the Alto del Perdón on the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage trail in northern Spain. A guide for Baptist ministers transitioning to the UCA (Part 9 of 12) Rod Benson, 18 July 2026 Discussions of practical matters such as recognition of ministry, candidature, placement processes, …
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Interior of the National Trust-classified St Michael's Uniting Church, 120 Collins St, Melbourne. A guide for Baptist ministers transitioning to the UCA (Part 8 of 12) Rod Benson, 18 July 2026 Ordination within the Uniting Church in Australia, or induction to the Uniting Church for ordained clergy from another denomination, marks more than the beginning …
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