Diocesan Groups
ASDF
Do you currently invest in the Anglican Savings and Development Fund? Competitive rates for investors allow your nominated parish to benefit with payment of a commission.
There are no fees or minimum deposits and cheques are free. Established since 1979, the ASDF is a secure, reliable investment opportunity.
The Board is working to build the fund and offer further return to its investors to promote long term growth.
Simply download the application form below and start your saving today!
To find out more or to apply, speak to your Parish ASDF Officer or phone the Diocesan Office on 4926 3733.
Current Rates
At call 1.25%
6 mths 4.50%
12 mths 5.00%
24 mths 5.25%
ASDF Application Form
Cursillo
Anglican Diocese of Newcastle Cursillo Movement
Growing in the Love of God
Cursillo is a movement in the Christian Church which provides ways in which to continually focus on Christ and our personal relationship with Him; it is a means to follow Christ faithfully in our daily lives, and is a model for continuing that experience for the rest of our lives in a supportive and encouraging community.
Cursillo is a Spanish word which simply means ‘a short course’ and is designed to help us consciously live in God’s grace as we continue on our Christian journey.
There are three phases of Cursillo –
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The pre-Cursillo when prayerfully the purpose of Cusillo is shared with others;
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Attendance at a Cursillo three day short course; and
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The Fourth Day, or rest of our lives, were we are supported byGroup Reunion and Ultreyas to encourage us on our journey
Download more information below:
What is Cursillo?
Cursillo Booklet
Cursillo Secretariat Contact
Cursillo Application Form
Cursillo Sponsor Guidelines
“The experience of Cursillo can enrich and deepen your relationship with Jesus and can empower and encourage you to live your life as a confident Christian, bringing the love and influence of our wonderful Lord into your everyday life. Cursillo may be seen as an opportunity to grow in faith and spirituality, gaining a deeper understanding of the teachings of Jesus and how you can serve him in the world.”
Ruth Brand, National Lay Director
MU Newcastle
Over 130 years ago a middle-aged English clergy wife, Mary Sumner, invited a group of women from the local village to meet together to support each other in the task of raising their children in the faith and life of the Church.
Little did she realise that by 2011 this small beginning would have grown into an organisation with 3.6 million members in 77 countries, including over 900 active members in Newcastle Diocese.
As well as encouraging local groups in parishes around the world the Mothers’ Union worldwide focuses on the big issues of poverty, world debt, basic human rights, environmental concerns, justice and peace.
Over 300 local paid MU workers assist members involved in leadership training, community building, health and education projects in many parts of the Anglican Communion.
MU attempts to influence government policy and is accredited at the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women. All MU work is undergirded by prayer with members linked across national and cultural boundaries through the Wave of Prayer.
In the difficult times facing the Anglican Communion, Mothers’ Union remains committed to maintaining unity. MU leaders from 31 Anglican Provinces have affirmed that what unites the members of MU is greater than that which threatens to divide.
MU members in Newcastle and around the world pray together “Empowered by your Spirit, may we be united in prayer and worship; and in love and service reach out as your hands across the world.”
MU Contact Details
Diocesan President:
Mrs Laurel Brook (02) 4958 4087.
Or for more details visit www.mu.org.au
Anglican Men's Society
The Anglican Men's Society branch in the Diocese of Newcastle is found at Lambton Parish.
For more information on The Anglican Men's Society please contact:
The Diocesan Chairman, Jack Jones- jack.jones@bigpond.com
The Diocesan Treasurer, Neil McMullen- bretstall@aol.com.
Anglican Women's Society
Aims of Anglican Women
Anglican Women aims to work toward the extension of Christ’s Kingdom through:
Worship, Study, Service, Fellowship and Giving.
Promoting co-operation and understanding between the groups that may exist in any one parish.
Making provision for those not included in such groups.
Membership
Membership includes all women who belong to the Anglican Church. There is no subscription and no admission service. Should any woman wish to serve her church more fully, she may join one of the groups within the Diocese or Parish.
Anglican Women's Prayer
Eternal God, the light of the minds that know you.
The life of the souls that love you,
And the strength of the hearts that serve you,
Help us to know you,
That we may truly love you,
So to love you that we may fully serve you,
For to serve you is perfect freedom,
Through Jesus Christ our Lord
Amen