Resources
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Called to be a church for all (Assembly)
Guidelines for disability access (Assembly)
Compliments, Concerns and Complaints (3C’s) Guidelines
Principles of inclusion
Our church believes everyone should feel welcome and included.
Our four principles of inclusion
- We include everyone.
- You can talk to us about anything.
- Your safety matters.
- You have the right to make your own choices.
These principles were developed as part of the church’s response to the Disability Royal Commission.
You can read more in the Disability Royal Commission National Task Group Principles
Principles Poster
You can download a poster to display in your church.
The poster can help start conversations about inclusion in your congregation.
Download the poster:
Mental Health Kit
The kit includes:
- personal stories
- worship resources
- sermon ideas
- community support services
- checklists to help churches support people with mental health challenges
Dementia
This module will explore some of the basics of dementia in general and pastoral care of older people in relation to dementia.
Download DIY E12 Dementia and Pastoral care
This module is for all congregations and faith communities who are seeking to welcome, include and nurture people who have dementia and those who share their journey. The module includes information, advice and resources to explore in more depth.
Autism in congregation life
This three-part video series was created as part of the Synod’s 2019–2022 Disability Action Plan.
The videos include perspectives from:
- Three autistic people
- Two parents of autistic children
- Two Uniting Church ministers speaking about disability and theology
Each video also includes:
- extra resources
- discussion questions to help start conversations
View the videos and resources
To download the videos for offline viewing, please visit the online video hosted on Vimeo: Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3.
Download the Autism and Congregational Life video questions and resources
Called to be a Church for All (Assembly)
The Assembly’s Transforming Worship Circle made a liturgy. It shows how people with disabilities can feel left out, and how they can be welcomed.
Download Called to be a church for all liturgy
Guidelines for Disability Access 2020 (Assembly)
Practical guidelines to make church buildings and activities accessible.
Download the guidelines
Compliments, Concerns and Complaints (3C’s) Guidelines
The 3C's Guidelines and Easy English resources are available on the Policies and Procedures page of the Synod Safe Church website. These resources support people who are giving feedback, raising concerns, or making complaints, as well as those who are receiving them.
Accessible Communication
Clear and accessible communication helps everyone understand and use the information we share. These resources provide guidance on creating accessible church communications.
Writing Accessible Documents [PDF 234 KB]
Accessible Documents Checklist [ Word 40 KB]
Accessible Document Template [Word 23 KB]
Writing Accessible Web Content [PDF 225 KB]
Accessible Web Content Checklist [Word 39 KB]
Writing Accessible Social Media [PDF 160 KB]
Accessible Social Media Checklist [Word 39 KB]
You want to talk to us. Tell us the help you need. Easy English [PDF 683 KB]
Synod 2021 Bible Studies
Bible study resources that focus on inclusion and accessibility. Download the Bible studies
To Belong I Need to Be Missed Report 2024
A collaborative research project to investigate the experiences of people with disability and faith leaders, from Buddhist, Christian, Jewish and Muslim perspectives.
Additional Resources
Resources developed by other organisations that support disability
inclusion and accessibility initiatives.
Reset Room Design Guide (Sensory Rooms & Chill-Out Zones)
Amaze, Deakin University and Architecture & Access provide practical
guidance on creating sensory rooms and chill-out spaces that support
people with sensory needs.
Biblical Disability
This website is about disability in the Bible. It brings together
material about what the Bible says about disability and how these
passages have been interpreted across different times and contexts.
Jesus Club
Jesus Club Ministries provides practical resources and support for
churches wanting to start a disability ministry for adults with
intellectual disabilities.
Mental Health & Pastoral Care Institute
The Mental Health & Pastoral Care Institute equips churches,
ministry leaders and pastoral carers to better support mental health
and wellbeing within faith communities.