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You work hard, but are you an employee? Employment Status of Faith Workers - 04th June 2026
You work hard, but are you an employee?
The Cost of Burnout - 18th May 2026

Website: Who is responsible for burnout?
Pastors across the Uniting Church in Australia have shared their experiences — honestly, courageously, and in their own words. Our new survey report highlights the realities many Pastors face behind the scenes, and the urgent need for healthier ministry cultures. This is not about blame. It’s about listening, learning, and creating the conditions for safer and more sustainable ministry. Read the report. Share the findings. Start the conversation. Report Release - UCA Pastors Survey - 15th May 2026
Pastors across the Uniting Church in Australia have shared their experiences — honestly, courageously, and in their own words. Our new survey report highlights the realities many Pastors face behind the scenes, and the urgent need for healthier ministry cultures. This is not about blame. It’s about listening, learning, and creating the conditions for safer and more sustainable ministry. Read the report. Share the findings. Start the conversation.
Website: Read the report here
For more information Public Report - UCA Ministry of Pastor Survey
You can now download the Member Jungle mobile app and stay up to date with what's going on our membership group. You can update your membership details and also receive notifications about important event reminders, latest news and more. Visit the Mobile App page (under Membership) to find out more. Download our New Mobile App - 17th March 2026
You can now download the Member Jungle mobile app and stay up to date with what's going on our membership group. You can update your membership details and also receive notifications about important event reminders, latest news and more. Visit the Mobile App page (under Membership) to find out more.
There was a time when faith work presented an accessible and fulfilling form of work for some neurodivergent and disabled people. But as the work expectations evolve, is that still the case? Disability, Neurodivergence and Faith Work - 16th February 2026
There was a time when faith work presented an accessible and fulfilling form of work for some neurodivergent and disabled people. But as the work expectations evolve, is that still the case?
Website: Disability and Neurodivergent Clergy
First, know your status. Do you have an employment contract? Or do you have a letter of appointment, 'terms of placement' or licence? If you're not sure - ask your organisational leadership (we can help if you're a member!) Second, how can your faith organisation dismiss you? No one wants to think about getting the sack, but it is reasonable to know the circumstances in which you could be terminated - especially if it possible for you to be terminated without cause or notice. Employee or not an employee? - 13th February 2026
First, know your status. Do you have an employment contract? Or do you have a letter of appointment, 'terms of placement' or licence? If you're not sure - ask your organisational leadership (we can help if you're a member!) Second, how can your faith organisation dismiss you? No one wants to think about getting the sack, but it is reasonable to know the circumstances in which you could be terminated - especially if it possible for you to be terminated without cause or notice.
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Faith communities are usually terrible at dealing with conflict and complaints. So it's refreshing to see a story about a faith community who are working on healthier responses. Restorative Practices - 20th August 2025
Faith communities are usually terrible at dealing with conflict and complaints. So it's refreshing to see a story about a faith community who are working on healthier responses.
Website: Restorative practice workshop: Insights and learnings
As the conversation about working conditions continues, this blog post by Bishop Mark Calder provides some helpful insights. Moving to a Five-Day Working Week for the Welfare of Clergy - 17th July 2025
As the conversation about working conditions continues, this blog post by Bishop Mark Calder provides some helpful insights.
Website: Moving to a Five Day Working Week
The life of a faith worker can be a lonely one. They often live and work alone, work long hours and provide grief counselling and support for others. But rarely do they have similar confidants of their own. Do Faith Workers Need a Holy Alliance? - 12th June 2022
The life of a faith worker can be a lonely one. They often live and work alone, work long hours and provide grief counselling and support for others. But rarely do they have similar confidants of their own.
How to manage COVID19 in the course of your work and ministry COVID19 Advice to Members - 26th April 2022
How to manage COVID19 in the course of your work and ministry