St Michael's Uniting Church

Exploring Belonging at St Michael's
2024-09-29 11:45 - 12:45 (Australia/Melbourne) | Waratah Room, 120 Collins St, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
St Michael’s is holding two ‘Exploring Belonging’ sessions with Rev Dr Margaret Mayman.
Session 1: Sunday 29 September:
An opportunity to hear from Margaret, learn about Progressive Christianity and the Mission and Vision of the St Michael’s.
All are welcome whether a long term attendee or a newcomer to St Michael’s.
Session 2: Sunday 13 October
For anyone interested in becoming a Member or Companion of St Michael’s. Margaret will cover the process of becoming a Member or Companion, and what this will mean for you and the church.
When: 11:45 am to 12:45 pm
Where: Waratah Room, Level 1
For further information please speak with Margaret, Lyndell O’Brien or Catherine Jones from the Contact & Care Committee or contact the church office on 9654 5120 or office@stmichaels.org.au

Sunday Gathering at St Michael's - In church and online
2024-10-06 10:00 - 11:15 | St Michael’s Uniting Church, 120 Collins Street, Melbourne, Australia
St Michael’s Uniting Church is a vibrant, inclusive, hospitable and community-focused congregation, sharing progressive Christian theology and practice in church in Melbourne and online.
Join us for an inclusive service based in Progressive Christian theology.
Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost – 6 October 2024, 10 am
“Relationships of love and justice”

Minister: Rev Dr Margaret Mayman
Music: Susannah Ng (Violin) & Rhys Boak (Organ)
Sunday Gatherings are in church at 10am.
For those unable to attend, online services still continue and are available Sunday afternoon.
Watch the Online Gathering here

Meditation Session
2024-10-06 12:00 - 12:30 | Wellbeing Studio, 120 Collins St, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
Breathe in. Breath out. Join this calming meditation session to help you reset.
Facilitator: Neil Blood
Where: Wellbeing Studio, Level 1, St Michael’s Administration Building

Progressive Pages - online bookclub
2024-10-09 19:00 - 20:00 | Online
Progressive Pages is an online book club for exploring progressive theology in a safe, inclusive environment.
Progressive Pages runs on Wednesdays from 18 September to 16 October. With two more sessions, it’s not too late to join.
We are reading ‘Gondwana Theology’ by Garry Deverell.
The previous printing has run out and it has now been released as a print-on-demand title from a new publisher.
The easiest place to order it is https://atfpress.com/product/gondwana-theology/
Alternatively, the St Michael’s office has a few copies that the church has kindly purchased if you are not able to get your own copy.
‘Gondwana Theology’ does not have a published eBook version.
If for accessibility reasons you cannot use a physical copy, please get in touch with Chris Phillips via the St Michael’s office and we will try to work something out.
Expressions of Interest
We are creating a safe and inclusive environment to be able to explore theology and spirituality.
Before we begin we have a few questions we that can help us make sure we have everything adequately set up.
After submitting this form and verifying your identity we will email you the zoom meeting details.
Progressive Pages operates under a Code of Conduct which can be viewed at: https://bit.ly/47lWIOB. Agreement to operate under this Code of Conduct is mandatory to participate in Progressive Pages.
We will meet on Wednesdays at 7pm Melbourne time online on Zoom.
Dates for your diaries are:
October 9 – Discussing Chapter 4
October 16 – Discussing Chapter 5

Sunday Gathering- in church and online church service
2024-10-13 10:00 - 11:15 | St Michael’s Uniting Church, 120 Collins Street, Melbourne, Australia
Join us for an inclusive church service based in Progressive Christian theology.
St Michael’s Uniting Church is a vibrant, inclusive, hospitable and community-focused congregation, sharing progressive Christian theology and practice in church in Melbourne and online.
Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost
“Common-wealth, Common Good”

Minister: Rev Dr Margaret Mayman
Music: Music: Peter Sheridan (Flute) & Rhys Boak (Organ & Piano)
Sunday Gatherings are in church at 10am.
For those unable to attend, online services still continue and are available Sunday afternoon.
Watch the Online Gathering here

Exploring Belonging at St Michael's: Session 2
2024-10-13 11:45 - 12:45 | Waratah Room, 120 Collins St, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
The second ‘Exploring Belonging’ session with Rev Dr Margaret Mayman and Lyndell and Catherine, convenor and deputy convenor of Contact & Care.
Learn about St Michael’s governance and ways you can participate in community life.
Find out what’s involved in being a St Michael’s UCA Member, a Member-in-Association, or a Companion of St Michael’s. Everyone is welcome.
This information will also be covered in an evening Zoom session for anyone who is unable to attend in person. The date, time and login link for the Zoom session will be announced soon.
When: 11:45 am to 12:45 pm
Where: Waratah Room, Level 1
For further information please speak with Margaret, Lyndell or Catherine from the Contact & Care Committee or contact the church office on 9654 5120 or office@stmichaels.org.au

Progressive Pages Online Bookclub
2024-10-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Online
Progressive Pages is an online book club for exploring progressive theology in a safe, inclusive environment.
Progressive Pages runs on Wednesdays from 18 September to 16 October. Although this is the last session, we would still love to see you.
We are reading ‘Gondwana Theology’ by Garry Deverell.
The previous printing has run out and it has now been released as a print-on-demand title from a new publisher.
The easiest place to order it is https://atfpress.com/product/gondwana-theology/
Alternatively, the St Michael’s office has a few copies that the church has kindly purchased if you are not able to get your own copy.
‘Gondwana Theology’ does not have a published eBook version.
If for accessibility reasons you cannot use a physical copy, please get in touch with Chris Phillips via the St Michael’s office and we will try to work something out.
Expressions of Interest
We are creating a safe and inclusive environment to be able to explore theology and spirituality.
Before we begin, we have a few questions we that can help us make sure we have everything adequately set up.
After submitting this form and verifying your identity we will email you the zoom meeting details.
Progressive Pages operates under a Code of Conduct which can be viewed at: https://bit.ly/47lWIOB. Agreement to operate under this Code of Conduct is mandatory to participate in Progressive Pages.
Dates for your diaries are:
October 16 – Discussing Chapter 5

Sunday Gathering - church services in church and online
2024-10-20 10:00 - 11:15 | St Michael’s Uniting Church, 120 Collins Street, Melbourne, Australia
St Michael’s Uniting Church is a vibrant, inclusive, hospitable and community-focused congregation, sharing progressive Christian theology and practice in church in Melbourne and online.
Join us for an inclusive service based in Progressive Christian theology.
Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost – 20 October 2024, 10 am
“Who’s the greatest?”

Minister: Rev Dr Margaret Mayman
Music: Rose Riebl & Rhys Boak (Organ)

Sunday Gatherings are in church at 10am.
For those unable to attend, online services are available to view.
Watch the Online Gathering here

Living the Questions 2.0 Session 19
2024-10-20 11:45 - 12:45 | Waratah Room, 120 Collins St, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
Explore the biblical foundations, theological grounding, and spiritual practices at the heart of Progressive Christianity in this video-based discussion series.
Join us for Session 19 – Compassion: The Heart of Jesus’ Ministry
FOCUS: Jesus was not primarily a teacher of correct beliefs or right morals.
He was a teacher of a way that transforms people from legalistic rule-followers into compassionate disciples who put people first.
Please contact the St Michael’s office for LTQ2.0 reading materials.
Facilitator: Peter Kahane
Photo: Magic K | Pexels

Lunchtime Organ Recital
2024-10-24 13:00 - 13:30, 2024-11-14 13:00 - 13:30 | St Michael’s Uniting Church, 120 Collins Street, Melbourne, Australia
The St Michael’s lunchtime organ recital is the perfect opportunity to take a break and enjoy the magnificent sound of the Grand Pipe organ while taking in the beautiful surrounds of St Michael’s Uniting Church in Melbourne.
Music on your lunchbreak is a wonderful thing. Make an organ recital part of your lunch plans and join us for the St Michael’s Lunchtime Organ Recital this Thursday.
The recital series features St Michael’s organist, Rhys Boak and guest artists.
For over the decade the free organ recitals have brought the joy and beauty of live music to many Melbournians and visitors.
Free event. Doors open at 12:30pm
Recital starts at 1:00pm
Share our flyer
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A History of the St Michael’s Organ
The first St Michael’s organ was built in 1866 by the famous London firm of Hill & Son (job number 1204).
It was a two manual, mechanical action organ that contained 18 speaking stops. Interestingly, the pipework and some of the wind chests were the basis for the subsequent instruments.
1920s Remodel
A new instrument was built in 1923 by the Melbourne company George Fincham & Sons when the original Hill organ needed repair. Some of the parts from the original were used.
The rebuild also included the then popular, tubular-pneumatic action system. This meant the organist could be seated away from the organ pipes and allowed them to have a lighter key touch.
1950s Rebuild
In 1951, the organ was rebuilt and fitted with electro-pneumatic action.
Prominent English organist and composer Eric Thiman opened the organ.
Current Organ
As the needs of the church outgrew, the organ needed another update.
The organ you see in St Michael’s today was built in 1958 by George Fincham and Sons (who also built the 1923 organ). This time by George Bowring Fincham, grandson of the original George Fincham who started the company in 1864!
The console was moved from its central location beneath the pulpit to the current position in 1978 and the 1979 the swell mixture stop was recast in 1979.
The present organ has 3 manuals and pedals, 44 speaking stops and approximately 2225 speaking pipes.
The keys and stop action are electro-pneumatic.

Sunday Gathering - Progressive Christian services in church and online
2024-10-27 10:00 - 11:00 | St Michael’s Uniting Church, 120 Collins Street, Melbourne, Australia
Join us for an inclusive service based in Progressive Christian theology.
Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost – 27 October 2024, 10 am
“Seeing beyond the margins”

Minister: Rev Dr Margaret Mayman
Music: Susannah Ng (Violin) & Rhys Boak (Organ & Piano)
St Michael’s Uniting Church is a vibrant, inclusive, hospitable and community-focused congregation, sharing progressive Christian theology and practice in church in Melbourne and online.
Sunday Gatherings are in church at 10am.
For those unable to attend, online services are available to view.
Watch the Online Gathering here

Sunday Gathering- Inclusive services at St Michael's - in church and online
2024-11-03 10:00 - 11:15 | St Michael’s Uniting Church, 120 Collins Street, Melbourne, Australia
Join us at our Sunday Gathering for an inclusive service based in Progressive Christian theology.
Twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost – 3 November 2024, 10 am
“Thank you for being a friend”

Minister: Rev Dr Margaret Mayman
Reflection by Prof Kathryn von Treuer
Music: Judith Dodsworth (Soprano) & Rhys Boak (Organ & Piano)
St Michael’s Uniting Church is a vibrant, inclusive, hospitable and community-focused congregation, sharing progressive Christian theology and practice in church in Melbourne and online.
Sunday Gatherings are in church at 10am.
For those unable to attend, online services are available to view.
Watch the Online Gathering here

Lunchtime Organ Recital
2024-11-07 13:00 - 13:30 | St Michael’s Uniting Church, 120 Collins Street, Melbourne, Australia
Join us for the St Michael’s Lunchtime Organ Recital this Thursday and make an organ recital part of your lunch plans.
Enjoy the magnificent sound of the Grand Pipe organ and the beautiful surrounds of St Michael’s Uniting Church in Melbourne.
The Lunchtime Organ recital series features St Michael’s organist, Rhys Boak and guest artists.
For over the decade the free organ recitals have brought the joy and beauty of live music to many Melbournians and visitors.
Free event. Doors open at 12:30pm
Recital starts at 1:00pm
Share our flyer
__________________________________________________________________________________________
A History of the St Michael’s Organ
The first St Michael’s organ was built in 1866 by the famous London firm of Hill & Son (job number 1204).
It was a two manual, mechanical action organ containing 18 speaking stops.
Interesting fact: the pipework and some of the wind chests were the basis for the subsequent instruments!
1920s Remodel
The original Hill organ needed repair in the 1920s. A new instrument was built in 1923 by the Melbourne company George Fincham & Sons using some of the parts from the original.
The rebuild also included the then popular, tubular-pneumatic action system. This meant the organist could be seated away from the organ pipes and allowed them to have a lighter key touch.
1950s Rebuild
In 1951, the organ was rebuilt and fitted with electro-pneumatic action.
Eric Thiman, a prominent English organist and composer opened the organ.
Current Organ
As the needs of the church outgrew, the organ needed another update.
The console was moved from its central location beneath the pulpit to the current position in 1978 and the 1979 the swell mixture stop was recast in 1979.
The organ you see in St Michael’s today was built in 1958 by George Fincham and Sons (who also built the 1923 organ) by George Bowring Fincham, grandson of the original George Fincham who started the company in 1864!
The present organ has 3 manuals and pedals, 44 speaking stops and approximately 2225 speaking pipes.
The keys and stop action are electro-pneumatic.

Sunday Gathering - in church and online
2024-11-10 10:00 - 11:15 | St Michael’s Uniting Church, 120 Collins Street, Melbourne, Australia
Image: ‘Meeting of Ruth and Boaz’ by Marc Chagall
Join us for an inclusive church service based in Progressive Christian theology.
St Michael’s Uniting Church is a vibrant, inclusive, hospitable and community-focused congregation, sharing progressive Christian theology and practice in church in Melbourne and online.
Twenty-fifth Sunday after Pentecost
“Equality: the basis of belonging”
Minister: Rev Dr Margaret Mayman
Music: Zoe Black (Violin) & Joe Chindamo (Piano) & Shauna Beesley (Organ)
Sunday Gatherings are in church at 10am.
For those unable to attend, online services still continue and are available Sunday afternoon.
Watch the Online Gathering here

Meditation Session
2024-11-10 12:00 - 12:30 | Wellbeing Studio, 120 Collins St, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
Breathe in, breathe out.
Join this calming meditation session to help you reset.
Held in the beautiful Wellbeing Studio, level 1, St Michael’s Adminsitration Building

Sunday Gathering - church services in church and online
2024-11-17 10:00 - 11:15 | St Michael’s Uniting Church, 120 Collins Street, Melbourne, Australia
Image: Amber Kipp | Unsplash
St Michael’s Uniting Church is a vibrant, inclusive, hospitable and community-focused congregation, sharing progressive Christian theology and practice in church in Melbourne and online.
Join us for an inclusive service based in Progressive Christian theology.
Twenty-sixth Sunday after Pentecost – 17 November 2024, 10 am
“It’s not the end of the world – but sometimes it feels like it”

Minister: Rev Dr Margaret Mayman
Music: Dr Elyane Laussade (Piano) & Leigh Askew (Organ)

Sunday Gatherings are in church at 10am.
For those unable to attend, online services are available to view.
Watch the Online Gathering here

Sunday Gathering - in church and online
2024-11-24 10:00 - 11:15 | St Michael’s Uniting Church, 120 Collins Street, Melbourne, Australia
Image from Act for peace ‘Christmas Bowl Appeal’
St Michael’s Uniting Church is a vibrant, inclusive, hospitable and community-focused congregation, sharing progressive Christian theology and practice in church in Melbourne and online.
Join us for an inclusive service based in Progressive Christian theology.
Reign of Christ – Sunday, 24 November 2024, 10 am
“Acting for Peace in the World”
Guest Minister: Rev Peter Burnham
Reflection: Stephanie Lenert (Act for Peace)
Music: Mina Yu (Piano) & Rhys Boak (Organ)
Sunday Gatherings are in church at 10am.
For those unable to attend, online services are available to view.
Watch the Online Gathering here

Living the Questions: Sessions 20 & 21
2024-11-24 11:45 - 13:45 | Waratah Room, 120 Collins St, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
Join us for the end of year Living the Questions double session featuring the last two topics of the series
The Living the Questions session allows us to explore the biblical foundations, theological grounding, and spiritual practices at the heart of Progressive Christianity using a video-based discussion series.
20. Creative Transformation
Focus: The essence of human nature is to take part in the dynamic and imaginative process of creation; transforming us, our relationships, our institutions, and our world.
21. Embracing Mystery
Focus: Christian practice is being re-visioned, re-tooled, and re-claimed by those who are living the questions of their faith.
They’re attentive to ancient ways, comfortable with ambiguity, and open to the unknowable and indescribable mystery of the Divine.
Please contact the St Michael’s office for LTQ2.0 reading materials.
Facilitator: Neil Blood
A light morning tea will be provided.

Thursday Lunchtime Organ recital
2024-11-28 13:00 - 13:30 | St Michael’s Uniting Church, 120 Collins Street, Melbourne, Australia
The St Michael’s lunchtime organ recital is the perfect opportunity to take a break and enjoy the magnificent sound of the Grand Pipe organ while taking in the beautiful surrounds of St Michael’s Uniting Church in Melbourne.
Music on your lunchbreak is a wonderful thing. Make an organ recital part of your lunch plans and join us for the St Michael’s Lunchtime Organ Recital this Thursday.
The recital series features St Michael’s organist, Rhys Boak and guest artists.
For over the decade the free organ recitals have brought the joy and beauty of live music to many Melbournians and visitors.
Free event. Doors open at 12:30pm
Recital starts at 1:00pm
Rhys Boak is playing the following program for the recital:

Toccata and Fugue in F major BWV 540 – J.S. Bach (1685-1750)
Choral Prelude ‘Est ist ein Ros entsprungen’ – Johannes Brahms (1833-1897)
Marche Gothique – Théodore-César Salomé (1834-1896)

Share our flyer
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A History of the St Michael’s Organ
The first St Michael’s organ was built in 1866 by the famous London firm of Hill & Son (job number 1204).
It was a two manual, mechanical action organ that contained 18 speaking stops. Interestingly, the pipework and some of the wind chests were the basis for the subsequent instruments.
1920s Remodel
A new instrument was built in 1923 by the Melbourne company George Fincham & Sons when the original Hill organ needed repair. Some of the parts from the original were used.
The rebuild also included the then popular, tubular-pneumatic action system. This meant the organist could be seated away from the organ pipes and allowed them to have a lighter key touch.
1950s Rebuild
In 1951, the organ was rebuilt and fitted with electro-pneumatic action.
Prominent English organist and composer Eric Thiman opened the organ.
Current Organ
As the needs of the church outgrew, the organ needed another update.
The organ you see in St Michael’s today was built in 1958 by George Fincham and Sons (who also built the 1923 organ). This time by George Bowring Fincham, grandson of the original George Fincham who started the company in 1864!
The console was moved from its central location beneath the pulpit to the current position in 1978 and the 1979 the swell mixture stop was recast in 1979.
The present organ has 3 manuals and pedals, 44 speaking stops and approximately 2225 speaking pipes.
The keys and stop action are electro-pneumatic.

Sunday Gathering - church service in church and online
2024-12-01 10:00 - 11:15 | St Michael’s Uniting Church, 120 Collins Street, Melbourne, Australia
St Michael’s Uniting Church is a vibrant, inclusive, hospitable and community-focused congregation, sharing progressive Christian theology and practice in church in Melbourne and online.
Join us for an inclusive service based in Progressive Christian theology.
First Sunday in Advent
A New Story Begins: Advent Action and Reflection

Minister: Rev Dr Margaret Mayman
Music: Galliano Sommavilla (Piano) & Rhys Boak (Organ)
Sunday Gatherings are in church at 10am.
For those unable to attend, online services are available to view.
Watch the Online Gathering here
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Diary Date: Thursday 19 December, 7:30 pm
Join us for our special Christmas Reimagined: Carols & Readings Service
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Image: “Hope’ by Lois Anderson

Meditation Session
2024-12-01 12:00 - 12:30 | Wellbeing Studio, 120 Collins St, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
Photo by Valeria Botneva | Pexels
Regroup & Refocus
Join this calming meditation session to help you reset during the festive season.
Where: Wellbeing Studio, Level 1, St Michael’s Administration Building

Lunchtime Thursday Organ Recital
2024-12-05 13:00 - 13:30 | St Michael’s Uniting Church, 120 Collins Street, Melbourne, Australia

Sunday Gathering - Advent church service in church and online
2024-12-08 10:00 - 11:15 | St Michael’s Uniting Church, 120 Collins Street, Melbourne, Australia
St Michael’s Uniting Church is a vibrant, inclusive, hospitable and community-focused congregation, sharing progressive Christian theology and practice in church in Melbourne and online.
Join us for an inclusive service based in Progressive Christian theology.
Second Sunday in Advent
“Preparing the way of peace”
Guest Minister: Rev David Dawes
Music: Jesika Clark (Soprano) & Rhys Boak (Organ)
Sunday Gatherings are in church at 10am.
For those unable to attend, online services are available to view.
Watch the Online Gathering here

Image: Robert Tiemann | unsplash.com
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Diary Date: Thursday 19 December, 7:30 pm
Join us for our special Christmas Reimagined: Carols & Readings Service
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Repair, Reuse, refashion: The Christmas Edit
2024-12-08 12:00 - 13:00 | Waratah Room, 120 Collins St, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
Homemade and heartfelt.
Join Ange Tang for a relaxing and productive session creating your own Christmas decorations.
No experience necessary.
All materials will be supplied.
Facilitator: Ange Tang
Where: Waratah Room, Level 1, St Michael’s Administration

Thursday Organ Recital
2024-12-12 13:00 - 13:30 | St Michael’s Uniting Church, 120 Collins Street, Melbourne, Australia
The St Michael’s lunchtime organ recital is the perfect opportunity to take a break and enjoy the magnificent sound of the Grand Pipe organ while taking in the beautiful surrounds of St Michael’s Uniting Church in Melbourne.
Music on your lunchbreak is a wonderful thing. Make an organ recital part of your lunch plans and join us for the St Michael’s Lunchtime Organ Recital this Thursday.
The recital series features St Michael’s organist, Rhys Boak and guest artists.
For over the decade the free organ recitals have brought the joy and beauty of live music to many Melbournians and visitors.
Free event. Doors open at 12:30pm
Recital starts at 1:00pm
Share our flyer
Please note: While we take a break over Christmas, there will be no organ recitals on: 19 & 26 December 2024 and 2 January 2025
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Diary Date: Thursday 19 December, 7:30 pm
Join us for our special Christmas Reimagined: Carols & Readings Service
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Find out about our music program
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A History of the St Michael’s Organ
The first St Michael’s organ was built in 1866 by the famous London firm of Hill & Son (job number 1204).
It was a two manual, mechanical action organ that contained 18 speaking stops. Interestingly, the pipework and some of the wind chests were the basis for the subsequent instruments.
1920s Remodel
A new instrument was built in 1923 by the Melbourne company George Fincham & Sons when the original Hill organ needed repair. Some of the parts from the original were used.
The rebuild also included the then popular, tubular-pneumatic action system. This meant the organist could be seated away from the organ pipes and allowed them to have a lighter key touch.
1950s Rebuild
In 1951, the organ was rebuilt and fitted with electro-pneumatic action.
Prominent English organist and composer Eric Thiman opened the organ.
Current Organ
As the needs of the church outgrew, the organ needed another update.
The organ you see in St Michael’s today was built in 1958 by George Fincham and Sons (who also built the 1923 organ). This time by George Bowring Fincham, grandson of the original George Fincham who started the company in 1864!
The console was moved from its central location beneath the pulpit to the current position in 1978 and the 1979 the swell mixture stop was recast in 1979.
The present organ has 3 manuals and pedals, 44 speaking stops and approximately 2225 speaking pipes.
The keys and stop action are electro-pneumatic.

Sunday Advent Gathering - Sunday service in church or online
2024-12-15 10:00 - 11:15 | St Michael’s Uniting Church, 120 Collins Street, Melbourne, Australia
St Michael’s Uniting Church is a vibrant, inclusive, hospitable and community-focused congregation, sharing progressive Christian theology and practice in church in Melbourne and online.
Join us for an inclusive service based in Progressive Christian theology.
Third Sunday in Advent
“The Birth of Peace: Reimagining the Way of Jesus”

Minister: Rev Dr Margaret Mayman
Music: Rhys Boak (Organ)
Sunday Gatherings are in church at 10am.
For those unable to attend, online services are available to view.
Watch the Online Gathering here
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Diary Date: Thursday 19 December, 7:30 pm
Join us for our special Christmas Reimagined: Carols & Readings Service
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Christmas Reimagined: Carols and Readings Service
2024-12-19 19:30 - 20:30 | St Michael’s Uniting Church, 120 Collins Street, Melbourne, Australia
Join our Christmas festivities with joyful carols and readings.
This special service is one with an uplifting difference.
Rev Dr Margaret Mayman leads the service and is joined by guest reader, Commissioner Ro Allen, Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission.
Listen to joyous carols performed by the St Michael’s Singers and Brass Ensemble conducted by Rhys Boak and enjoy an opportunity to sing along to some carol favourites.
Free event. Donations to ‘Act for Peace Christmas Bowl’ welcome.
Doors open at 7pm.
Download and share our flyer here

Image by Hristo Fidanov | Pexels

Sunday Gathering - Advent church service in church and online
2024-12-22 10:00 - 11:15 | St Michael’s Uniting Church, 120 Collins Street, Melbourne, Australia
St Michael’s Uniting Church is a vibrant, inclusive, hospitable and community-focused congregation, sharing progressive Christian theology and practice in church in Melbourne and online.
Join us for an inclusive service based in Progressive Christian theology.
Fourth Sunday in Advent
“From the Manger to the Margins: God’s Love for All”

Minister: Rev Dr Margaret Mayman
Music: Galliano Sommavilla (Piano) & Rhys Boak (Organ)
Sunday Gatherings are in church at 10am.
For those unable to attend, online services are available to view.
Watch the Online Gathering here

Christmas Day Gathering - in church and online
2024-12-25 09:00 - 10:00 | St Michael’s Uniting Church, 120 Collins Street, Melbourne, Australia
St Michael’s Uniting Church is a vibrant, inclusive, hospitable and community-focused congregation, sharing progressive Christian theology and practice in church in Melbourne and online.
Join us for an inclusive service based in Progressive Christian theology.
Christmas Day
“Light in the darkness: hope that transforms”

Liturgy & Reflection: Prof Liz Boase
Music: The St Michael’s Singers, Nicholas Corkeron (Trumpet) & Rhys Boak (Organ)
The Christmas Day Gathering is at 9 am
Sunday Gatherings are in church at 10am.
For those unable to attend, online services are available to view.
Watch the Online Gathering here
