Church makes commitment to building a better planet.
The Anglican Diocese of Canberra and Goulburn has become the first church in Australia to be admitted as a member of The Green Building Council of Australia.Tracey Matthews General Manager and Registrar of the Diocese is seen receiving the Certificate of Membership from Chief Minister Jon Stanhope.The Diocese firmly acknowledges it has a social responsibility for an essential change to more energy efficient buildings and building management practices.In support of this the Diocesan Environment Commission has recently produced a Sustainable Building Policy which contains guidelines for all Parishes, Schools and other Ministry Units in the Diocese to follow.
Successful Launch for the Pelican
The new look Pelican Foundation was launched by Senator Ursula Stephens on 30th September 2008 at a function at the Boat House by the Lake in Barton, Canberra.Around sixty guests attended the function to celebrate the revamp of the Foundation and receive the announcement of funding for two exciting projects in the Diocese. Full Story
All Saint’s Ainslie are going solar, after being successful in their application for the Australian Government’s Community Buildings Rebate (Grant) Scheme for the purposes of installing Photo Voltaic Panels to the roof of their Parish Centre. ... Full Story >
A talented Sydney-based priest is poised to strengthen local ecumenical relations and maintain an outward focus in her North Canberra parish, following her recent induction service ... Full Story >
Bishop George Retires:7 August 2008 - My Dear Sisters and Brothers PASTORAL LETTER The Feast of the Transfiguration is a wonderful excuse to celebrate transformed life! I am very grateful to Archdeacon Sarah [currently Commissary for the Diocese] for allowing me to write these few words as my retirement from the Diocese becomes effective. ... Full Story >
Have you seen the brand new Community Area for the Diocese. With information and events from the parishes and schools as well as news headlines and even the weather it's an area where we can join together as a community ... Full Story >
