From the Chaplains

As we walk into March, a heatwave has hit us, and the weather seems to be reflecting the chaotic nature of the climate all around the world. Last week we had the privilege of taking a group of students to the Climate Action Rally at Sydney Town Hall.  It ended up raining cats and dogs, so we had to return following the speeches.

From floods, earthquakes and the aftermath, we think of places like Syria, Turkiye and New Zealand. In Australia, we have had evacuations ordered for residents of Dauguragu, Kalkarindji, Pigeon Hole and Palumpa in the Victoria Daly Region of Northern Territory due to the floods. As we uphold our own people and those around us in prayer, we think of how we can support the climate through ethical and just practices. We continue to encourage you within your family to spiritually think about stewardship of the planet and life-giving practices that will sustain the earth for future generations.

We marched with the Uniting Church contingent and met at Pitt Street Uniting Church. The protest was against the lack of urgent action on climate change and in support of the SS4C movement’s call for:

• No new coal, oil and gas
• 100% public renewable energy and exports by 2030
• Funding for a just transition and jobs for fossil fuel workers & their communities.
• Real carbon cuts, not offsets.
• Resource First Nations-led solutions that guarantee land rights and care for Country.

Wishing all our Indian families a very Happy Holi and a blessed time of colourful celebration and joy.

Blessings and peace.

Reverend Punam Bent

College Chaplain