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Basis of Union, Constitution and Regulations

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	Basis of Union, r Constitution & Regulations with Covenanting Statement,[...]
	BASIS OF UNION, CONSTITUTION AND REGULATIONS 2018 EDITION[...]
	BASIS OF UNION, CONSTITUTION AND REGULATIONS WITH • COVENANTING STATEMENT • ALTERNATIVE REGULATIONS FOR KOREAN CONGREGATIONS • THE C[...]
	BASIS OF UNION, CONSTITUTION AND REGULATIONS UNITING CHURCH IN AUSTRALIA Published b[...]
	[...]57 to 61 7. Regulations, by-laws, rules and standing orders[...]70 to 73 REGULATIONS[...]bership Regulation 1.1 to 1.8.2 2. Ministry[...]6.1 to 6.12 ALTERNATIVE REGULATIONS FOR KOREAN CONGREGATIONS Page 231 INDEX TO CONSTITUTION AND REGULATIONS[...]
	[...]Western Australia. Prescribe means prescribe by Regulation, rule, or by-law made pursuant to this Cons[...]
	[...]misconduct. APPEAL 11. The Assembly shall make Regulations providing for any person whose membership[...]
	[...]other body which contravenes this Constitution or Regulations of the Assembly;[...]
	[...]s of a Presbytery under this Constitution and the Regulations (including ordination and ot[...]
	[...]nd dealt with in accordance with the rules, regulations, by-laws and resolutions made by or under[...]for the Church and in that event the rules, regulations, by-laws and resolutions of the Assembly an[...]
	[...]o this Constitution and any relevant regulations, rules and by-laws of the Church. ([...]ommittee power to make, rescind or vary any Regulation, no Regulation so made or any rescission or variation of any Regulation shall take effect until approved by the St[...]
	[...]DIVISION 7 REGULATIONS, BY-LAWS, RULES AND STANDING ORDERS 62. The Assembly may make Regulations not inconsistent with this Constitution pre[...]with this Constitution or with any relevant Regulations and by-laws prescribing all matters which are req[...]sibility of the Presbytery. 65. Any such Regulations, by-laws or rules may delegate to any specified body power to make regulations, by-laws or rules for any of the purposes for which regulations, by laws or rules may be made unde[...]rescribe for the giving of notice of any proposed Regulations, by-laws, rules and standing orders a[...]
	[...]interpretation of this Constitution or any of the Regulations made by the Assembly shall be made[...]
	REGULATIONS 67
	[...]E UNITING CHURCH IN AUSTRALIA REGULATIONS CONTE[...]
	[...]3.7.5.2 Audit, Finance and RiskCommittee 3.8 Regulations that Apply to All Councils and Congregations[...]rations 3.10.1 Exemption and Alternative Regulations 3.10.2 Alterations to Regulations 4. Property______________________________[...]
	[...]onstitution shall apply to words when used in the Regulations and Beneficiary Fund means the Beneficiary Fund established pursuant to Regulation 3.1.6(d); Code of Ethics means the Code of Ethic[...]lities are assigned by the Constitution or by any Regulation, by-law or rule; Youth Worker means a per[...]NOTE: - the word “Korean” in brackets after a Regulation indicates that there is an approved alternative Regulation for Korean congregations. The alternative Regulations are found elsewhere in this publication.][...]
	[...]recognition in accordance with Regulations 1.4.1. and 1.4.2. 1.2 BAPTISED[...]
	[...]led as a member-in-association in accordance with Regulation 1.4.1(b) continues to p[...]
	[...]appeal asthose set out in Regulation 5.2.3. INSPECTION OF ROLLS BY PRESBYTERY[...]
	[...]een approved in accordance with these Regulations; Certificated Candidate means[...]Ministerial Placements referred to in Regulation 3.7.4.2; Period of discernment means[...]on panel means the selection panel referred to in Regulation 2.3.2.4; Student means a pers[...]
	[...]of a Minister as prescribed in Regulations 2.2.1(a) and (b) are being exercised. DEFINITION[...]the exercise of the responsibilities outlined in Regulation 2.2.2(a), shall be made[...]
	[...]ng any of the tasks set out in Regulation 2.2.2(a) in ministry locations designated[...]OPE OF THE MINISTRY OF YOUTH WORKER 2.2.4 Inthese Regulations Youth Workermeans a person accreditedby th[...]
	[...]y ministry of the Church. (b) In Regulations 2.2.6, 2.4.8, 2.7.6, 2.9.6 and 2.9.7 unless the c[...]prior to making an application under Regulation 2.3.2.2 has 86
	[...]the National Executive of Congress under Regulation 2.3.2.4, an academic qualif[...]
	[...]is prescribed under these Regulations or as may be required by[...]course of study as set out in these Regulations. (c) Acceptance as a studen[...]n as a candidate, in which case Regulations 2.3.1 to 2.3.2.5 shall apply. PRESBYTERY RESPONS[...]lication in accordance with the Regulations. The Presbytery or a des[...]
	[...]n considering its report and recommendation under Regulation 2.3.2.3(a)(v) the Presbytery[...]satisfy itself regarding the matters mentioned in Regulation 2.3.2.1, and have regard, am[...]yed to it in accordance with Regulation 2.3.2.2 and 2.3.2.3. (d) Where[...]tion panel constituted under Regulation 2.3.2.4(a)- the Congress Min[...]information conveyed to it in accordance with Regulation 2.3.2.2 and 2..3.2..3. SEL[...]Education Board pursuant to Regulation 3.7.4.3(c) (iii) (3). and a representative[...]
	[...]ttee, in accordance with paragraph (e) (d)of this Regulation. RIGHT OF APPEAL AGAINST A DECISION OF THE PRESB[...]nt may appeal against a decision made pursuant to Regulation 2.3.2.3(b), or 2.3.24(a) or 2.[...]the selection committee constituted under Regulation 2.3.2.4(a) to reconsider the a[...]ay be shall deal with the application in terms of Regulations 2.3.2.3 to 2.3.2.5, wit[...]
	[...]Presbytery in accordance with Regulation 2.3.2.7(b) or (c) may appeal to the[...]Panel to be dealt with under Part 6 of these Regulations. (d) The Presbytery must[...]
	[...]ation Board in accordance with Regulation 2.3.2.7(a) or (b) may appeal to the National Exec[...]alt with under Part 6 of these Regulations. (d) The candidate’s Reg[...]nsidering and determining applications made under Regulation 2.3.3(a) the appointin[...]
	[...]ed as provided for under these Regulations or is transferred to the pastoral care[...]
	[...]ON OF MINISTRY OF PASTOR 2.4.6 An applicant under Regulation 2.3.3 shall be recognised as a Pastor when:[...]hdrawn under the provisions of Regulation 2.10.3(a), and who is in good standing wit[...]
	[...]ter. YOUTH WORKER ACCREDITATION 2.4.9 Subject to Regulation 2.10.6, the accreditation of a Youth Worke[...]
	[...]NATION TO SERVE IN A PLACEMENT 2.5.1 (a) This Regulation shall apply to any minister of another den[...]
	[...]here an application made under Regulation 2.5.2 has been completed and the result of that a[...](i) take account of the matters referred to in Regulation 2.5.1 (d), the sta[...]
	[...]n rejected by the Synod under Regulation 2.5.2(d) may appeal on the grounds that the process followed did not comply with these Regulations. The appeal shall be dealt with under Part 6 of these Regulations. ROLE OF THE ASSEMBLY IN THE ADMISSION OF[...](b) The guidelines referred to in Regulation 2.5.3(a) shall include a requ[...]recognised for the purposes of this RegulationRegulation the Assembly or the body which it designat[...]
	[...]ealt with under Part 6 of these Regulations. The Assembly shall give written notice of[...]al as is prescribed under these Regulations or as may be required by the Presbytery or by[...]application in accordance with the Regulations. (e) The Presbytery or a desi[...]
	[...]conveyed to it in accordance with Regulation 2.5.4 (c), (d) and (e). The Presbytery mus[...]
	[...]esconsidered bythe Presbyteryin Regulation 2.5.4 (f). (d) The Synod panel sha[...]nt may appeal against a decision made pursuant to Regulation 2.5.4(g) or 2.5.5 (d).[...]
	[...]for Discipline pursuant to Regulation. 5.7.4(r)(iii) or (v), or by[...]
	[...]approved placement as provided in these Regulations. (c) A call to a placement gi[...]
	[...](ii) to Ministers received under Regulation 2.5.1 in respect of their[...]Presbytery with the exceptions listed in Regulation 2.6.5(a). The Presbytery shall[...]ception of placements listed in Regulations 2.6.5(a). (f) ) Assembly pl[...]
	[...]authority has been delegated under Regulation 3.7.3(b)(vi), of the Pastoral R[...]tery, the principles set out in Regulation 2.6.6 shall be followed as closely as poss[...]
	[...]stor for the purposes of these Regulations when (i) the position desc[...]includesoneor moreofthe tasksnamedin Regulation2.2.2; and the P[...]
	[...]shall be determined in accordance with Regulation 2.6.7. CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT FOR COMM[...]
	[...]are subjectto the CodeofEthics andPart 5 ofthese Regulations. 116
	(c) A person who satisfies the provisions of Regulation 2.9.5(a) and who would if a Min[...]person serving in accordance with this Regulation such a person shall (except in[...]ter) subject to Part 5 of these Regulations; (c) in the exercise of thei[...]
	[...]according to the procedures in this Regulation. (b) Any decision by a Presbyte[...]
	[...]erm of any extension beyond ten years pursuant to Regulation 2.6.8 except on the same condit[...]accordance with Part 6 of these Regulations. The appeal shall be directed[...]
	[...]tee for Discipline pursuant to Regulation 5.7.4(r)(vi), subject to the Regulations relating to appeal. Where a Pastor isappointed to an approved placement the Regulations relatedto the termination of a placeme[...]Discipline pursuant to Regulation 5.7.4(r)(vi), subject to the Regulations relating to appeal.[...]Congregation in accordance with Regulation 3.1.4, it determines th[...]
	[...]rdance with the provisions ofthis Regulation seeks to be reinstated, the Church[...]ine has so determined pursuant to Regulation 5.7.4(r)(vi). (d) In the even[...]
	[...]editation of a Youth Worker shall, subject to the Regulations relating to appeal, be withdraw[...]Discipline has so determined pursuant to Regulation 5.7.4(r)(vi). WITHDRAWAL OF RECOGNITION OF A LAY[...]tee for Discipline pursuant to Regulation 5.7.4(r)(vi), subject to the Regulations relating to appeal. 2.11 COLLEGIATE AND TE[...]the change in accordance with Regulation 2.11.1(a).[...]
	[...]in any determinations made under this Regulation. [Korean] MINISTRY TEAMS 2.11.3 (a) Chu[...]
	[...]ister in accordance with the Regulations; (See Reg. 2.6.6) (vi) prov[...]
	[...](iii) making decisions in accordance with the Regulations concerning baptism, confir[...]ation; (See Part 1 ofthese Regulations) (iv) assisting the Minister(s)[...]carrying out its functions in accordance with the Regulations concerning applicants fort[...]rty in accordance with the Regulations; (See Reg. 4.4.1) (x) p[...]
	[...]rs in accordance with Regulations 5.4.1 - 5.4.3 (ii) ensuri[...]e in accordance with Regulations 3.7.3(b) and 5.4.3(a) (b) maint[...]within the bounds in accordance with Regulation 3.1.4; (iii) receiving and[...]and Church Councils as provided for in Regulation 3.3.3(d) and[...]
	[...]ng change of ordained ministry in accordance with Regulation 2.3.2.6; Ordination, Accreditation[...]
	[...]of a Minister not classified under Regulation 2.6.1(e) to become an[...]f the relevant Acts and Regulations; (ii) submittingPresby[...]
	[...]it for which no precise or sufficient Regulation has been made and the use of such power sh[...]
	[...]s within the Synod in accordance with Regulations 3.4.6 - 3.4.7 ; (c) selecting those fro[...]s of the Assembly in accordance with Regulation 3.3.8; (d) co-operating in the:[...]ther denominations in accordance with Regulation 2.5.1; (f) ) overseeing the colleges and[...]ucation within the bounds, in accordance with the Regulations, including: (i)[...]
	[...]exercised in accordance with the Regulations and where necessary providing[...]See Part 5 and Part 6 of these Regulations) Property (k) providin[...]bounds,in accordance withthe property Regulations,induding: (i) appointing t[...]isions of the property Regulations; (iii) appointing an[...]property; (See Part 4 of these Regulations) (l) making Synod by-laws pursuant to the Constitution and Regulations; (m) appointing aStandingC[...]it for which no precise or sufficient Regulation hasbeen made andthe useof such power shall[...]
	(c) establishing such councils or other bo[...]
	[...]regation; (ii) subject to Regulation 2.9.4(b), Pastors serving within the[...]in-Association in accordance with Regulation 2.11.1; (v) subj[...]
	[...]mstances other than in Regulation 3.3.3(d)); or (iii) c[...]
	[...]Presbytery in accordance with Regulation 3.3.4. (b) Associate members of the P[...]Presbytery in accordance with Regulation 3.3.4(c)(ii) and (d) shall be elected or a[...]
	[...]e with the provisions of Regulation3.3.7(d). (b) The total number of la[...]appointed or elected in accordance with Regulations 3.3.7 (a)(iii) - (vi). MEMBERSHIP OF THE[...]
	[...]members of the Assembly pursuant to Regulation 3.3.8 (i) -(iii); (v) Ministers and con[...]ber ofmembers appointed pursuant to Regulation 3.3.8 (i) - (iii). 142
	[...]lay persons as are necessary to comply with Regulation 3.3.8(a)(iii)(5). (b) Nominations[...]n the eventofany person elected inaccordance with Regulation 3.3.9(a) being unable t[...]
	[...]pose, functions and responsibilities specified in Regulation 3.1.1. (b) A Presbytery may diss[...]. (c) In the application of this Regulation: (i) the Presbyter[...]
	[...]s; (b) In the application of this Regulation: (i) the Presbytery[...]
	[...]all or some ofthe responsibilities described in Regulation 3.1.2. FORMATION OF A PRESBYTERY 3.4.6[...]
	[...]eetings of the Congregation, (referred to in this Regulation as voting members):[...]
	[...]er matters in accordance with Regulations; (vi) performing such other[...]
	of this Regulation have been waived by the Assembly in respect of th[...]that the life of the Church expresses the faith, policies, standards and procedures to w[...]rch as may be required by any Regulation, by-law or rule; 154
	[...]of the Constitution or Regulations or a decision as to whether the action of any[...]stitution, the relevant Regulations, by-laws or rules; (iii)[...]
	[...](c) Any committees established pursuant to Regulation 3.7.2(a)(iv) shall have s[...]
	[...]e to a task group established under Regulation 3.7.2(a) (iv); however, no task group[...]vii) dealing with complaints as set out in the Regulations on Church Disciplin[...]
	[...]inted in accordance with this Regulation. The Standing Committee may[...]
	[...]Pastors considered suitable for placement under Regulation 2.6.6. MINISTERIAL E[...]
	[...]oard with responsibilities as provided in Regulations 3.7.4.3(c)in relation to Aboriginal and Is[...]
	[...]deferral of studies (see Regulation 2.4.1(b)) (iii) either separatel[...]the Church in the period of discernment (see Regulation 2.3.1).[...]l undertake all responsibilities in Regulation 3.7.4.3(c) not otherwise leg[...]
	[...]Synods shall be subject to the Regulations and decisions of the Assembly in relation[...]
	[...]ities so incurred. Subject to Regulation 3.7.4.6(b), all investments borrowings and other transactions authorised by this Regulation are to be made in the name of[...]INSTITUTIONS 3.7.4.7 (a) For thepurposes ofthis Regulation, unlessthecontext or subject matter[...]
	[...]nd responsibilities given to the Synod under this Regulation. (i) In relation to an institution, an[...]
	[...]nd the way in which the responsibilities named in Regulation 3.6.4.2may be exercis[...]
	[...]committee is appointed according to Regulation 3.7.5.2(b). (d) Casual vacancies may be[...](5) compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards and b[...]
	3.8 REGULATIONS THAT APPLY TO ALL COUNCILS AN[...]
	[...]esented. (f) Except as provided in Regulation 3.7.4.1(f)(i), a quorum for a meetings[...]
	[...]countant. For the purpose of this Regulation a qualified accountant means:[...]
	[...]N otional stipend for the purpose of this Regulation means the amount determin[...]
	[...]in addition to those listed in Regulation 3.3.1. The Church Council may nominate to[...]
	[...]members-in-association (as listed in Regulation 1.6.1), the Presbytery may, at th[...]ase to operate under these Regulations and forms a Church Council under Regulation 3.3.1; or[...]longer period authorized under (c) of this Regulation , as the case may be. (c) This Regulation shall cease to apply to the Congregation and the[...]ch Council in accordance with the Regulation 3.3.1 at the expiry of a period of 12 mont[...]
	[...]association. (See Reg.3.8.5). (e) Regulation 3.3.1(b) does not apply to Congregations in which[...]ND ALTERATIONS_______ EXEMPTIONS AND ALTERNATIVE REGULATIONS 3.10.1 The Assembly in plenary session, or its St[...]exemption from compliance with all or any of the Regulations; and (b) may make alternative Regulations in respect of all or any such matters[...]ofan exemption fromcompliance with aRegulation or Regulations does not have the effect ofexempting a[...]dy from complying with the Constitution and other Regulations. ALTERATIONS TO REGULATIONS 3.10.2 (a) These and any other Regulations may be amended by addition, deletion[...]
	[...]any such proposal involves an amendment to the Regulations. (b) Amendments to the Regulations shall have effect from the time of pa[...]ify. (c) Any act or decisions made under Regulations prior to the amendment thereof shall[...]subsequently be varied to comply with the amended Regulations if so directed by the Assembly or oth[...](d) Any body within the Church affected by Regulations may request the Assembly to amend the Regulations. 180
	Standing Committee means the Standing C[...]
	property matters as provided by these Regulations having regard to:[...]
	[...]ESPONSIBILITY FOR PROPERTY 4.4.1 Subject to the Regulations, the by-laws ofthe Synod and the rules ofP[...](b) subject to clause (e) of this Regulation, determine the use of land and[...]
	[...]od in accordance with Regulation 3.8.7(b); (vii) appropriate[...]any of the matters referred to in Regulation 4.4.2(a), notwithstanding tha[...]In exercising the responsibilities set out in Regulation 4.4.1 the Church Council may itself c[...]rdance with the provisions of Regulation 4.10.1. 186
	[...]is given in accordance with the Regulations. LEASES 4.6.2 (a) Subject to paragraph (b) of this Regulation, a lease shall not be granted[...]
	[...]Officer of the Synod. (g) This Regulation applies notwithstanding anything elsewhere contained in the Regulations. PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS 4.6.3 (a) Subject[...]ecified in paragraph (b) of this Regulation may be entered into without the prior[...]the acquisition, sale, mortgage or (subject to Regulation 4.6.2) lease of re[...]
	[...]s as described in the Regulations; and (ii) give all[...]by or on behalf of a Property Trust and to which Regulation 4.6.3 applies, shall be submitted to[...]has been approved in accordance with Regulation 4.6.3. EXECUTION OF DEEDS 4.7.2 Any deed, instr[...]o any property or matter to which the Regulations apply which, ifmade or executed by an indi[...]
	[...]UNSAFE BUILDINGS 4.11.1 (a) Notwithstanding any Regulation or by-law, a Synod Property Officer or[...]s not comply with any governmental regulation or requirement or is reported to the Synod[...]
	[...]od pursuant to this Regulation; (v) after consultation[...]when a recommendation is made pursuant to Regulation 4.11.1(a). INDEMNITY 4.11.2 (a) Anyperson[...]
	[...]responsibilities listed in Regulation 4.4.1 and other relevant Regulations of the Church willbe[...]
	[...]ith under Part 6 of these Regulations (d) The Presbytery[...]ponsibilities mentioned in Regulation 4.11.9(a)(iii) be jointly undertaken if[...]memorandum of understanding made pursuant to Regulation 4.11.9(a) or a decision made in accordance with Regulation 4.11.9(c). (e)[...]ies in the implementation of this Regulation. Where there is more than one Pre[...]ties of the Presbytery under this Regulation will be exercised by one or both of them. CLASSI[...]ALTERNATIVE MISSIONAL USE 4.11.10 (a) In this Regulation: (i) “Alternative Mi[...]
	[...]and a Congregation as referred to in Regulation 4.11.9 (b) 196
	[...]e Congregation as described in the Regulations; (ii) the Presbytery and the Con[...]hstanding a resolution ofthe Synod referred to in Regulation 4.11.10 (b)(ii), responsibility for[...]
	[...]t a decision pursuant to Regulation 4.11.10 (b)(ii) to classify property as available[...]not in accordance with Regulations 4.11.10(a),(b), (c) and (d); (i[...]d under Part 6 of these Regulations; and 4.11.11 The Assembly determines th[...]
	[...]_______________ 5.1.1 In this Part 5 of the Regulations unless the context or subject matter other[...]
	[...]al counsel in accordance with Regulation 5.2.1 (a) that member may be requested by[...]
	[...]of a Congregation pursuant to Regulations may have it reinstated by a decision of the[...]apply,to the exclusionof the process outlined in Regulation 5.2.1. (b) The Policies for t[...]
	[...]LITIES OF THE PRESBYTERY 5.4.2 Subject to these Regulations, the counselling and discipline ofMinisters[...]
	[...]drawn for the purposes of this Regulation, if that person, for any reason, be unwilli[...]
	[...]for the purpose of deciding on action which the Regulations authorise it to take. Its tools inclu[...]om the complaint is made. DEFINITIONS 5.6.2 In Regulations 5.6.1 to 5.6.18, unless the context or sub[...]
	[...]ommittee appointed by the Synod pursuant to Regulation 5.6.4; Complaint means a written, signed c[...]ster means a Minister (as that term is defined in Regulation 5.1.1) or Candidate (as that term is defined in Regulation 2.1.1) involved in field education;[...]cedural Fairness refers to the matters set out in Regulation 5.6.11(a); Sexual misconduct means[...]
	[...]against a Minister the procedures in Regulations 5.6.3 to 5.6.18 inclusive shall apply to the exclusion of the procedures contained in Regulations 5.4.1 to 5.5.1 inclusive.[...]
	[...]subject to paragraph (j) of this Regulation, be three, of whom the m[...]
	[...]ate complaint made pursuant to Regulation 5.6.10 (e) (iii) or a composite complaint made pursuant to Regulation 5.6.10 (e) (iii) in such manner as it shal[...]
	[...]onduct as defined in these Regulations; (iii) inform the person o[...]
	[...]s possible. (d) Nothing in these Regulations shall prevent a person from making an[...]
	[...]In exercising its responsibilities under these Regulations, the Committee shall h[...]ragraph (e) of this Regulation. (c) The nature oftheinve[...]
	[...]Discipline to be dealt with as a complaint under Regulation 5.7.2; (vi) refer a[...]
	[...]paragraph (e) (v) of this Regulation. (g) Where the Committee determines t[...]be dealt with as a complaint under Regulation 5.7.2(b) or referral to another council of[...]
	[...]he complaint and, subject to these Regulations, that Presbytery shall be responsible[...]relating to a complaint under Regulations 5.5.1ff and, in the case of a complaint referred under Regulation 5.6.5(e)(v), the conclusion of all processes relating to the complaint under Regulations 5.7.1ff, unless the Presbytery[...]omplaint may continue to be processed under these Regulations, notwithstanding the c[...]NTIALITY AND PRIVACY 5.6.14 (a) Subject to these Regulations confidentiality shall be observed by all[...]
	[...]he Committee for Discipline under Regulation 5.7.2 (b). (h) A breach of confident[...]irperson made pursuant to Regulation 5.6.3(b); (ii) against a deter[...]ommittee made pursuant to Regulation 5.6.10(e)(i); or (iii) on the g[...]a decision of the Committee under Regulation 5.6.10.(e)(v) or (vi). (c) Th[...]
	[...]against a decision made pursuant to Regulation 5.6.10(a) the appeal committe[...]of an appeal against a decision made pursuant to Regulation 5.6.10(e) (i) or on th[...]
	[...]on of the Constitution, of any Regulation, rule or resolution of the Church or any b[...]utcome or Agreed Outcome under Regulation 5.6.10, or any lawful direction ofthe Moderator made pursuant to Regulation 3.6.3.2(i); (c) advocated doctrin[...]drawn for the purposes of this Regulation, if that person, for any reason, be unwilli[...]
	[...]onsibilities of the Moderator under Regulation 3.6.3.2(i) may, at any time following the[...]
	[...]complaint under Part 5 of the Regulations if such action be considered necessary for the[...]mmittee at which the report under Regulation 5.7.4(t) is presented, and any housing then occup[...]termined in accordance with the Regulations governing such funds but any period during which a Respondent is stood aside pursuant to Regulation 5.7.5(a) shall not be included[...]el to be dealt with under Part 6 of these Regulations. STAY OF PROCEEDINGS 5.7.8 Where the S[...]as referred an appeal in accordance with Regulation 5.7.7, the Standing Committee may determine that[...]any decisions made or actions taken pursuant to Regulations 5.7.4(r) or (s) be suspendedon su[...]
	[...]6. APPEALS (These amended Appeal Regulations; being Part 6; and Regulations 2.3.2.5 (a); 2.5.6 (a); 2.10.4 (d); 4.11.9 (c) (i[...]of appeal specifically granted elsewhere in these Regulations where reference is made to this Part 6 or a Regulation within Part 6; ie Regulations 2.3.2.5 (a); 2.3.2.7; 2.5.2 (f); 2.5.3 (f); 2.5.6[...]ndently of specific references elsewhere in these Regulations. 6.2 INTERPRETATION In this Regulation 6: Appeal means an appeal commenced under this Pa[...]ans the committee appointed by the Convenor under Regulation 6.7 to hear an Appeal. Appeal Papers means the documents delivered under Regulation 6.5(c). Appellant means the person who appeals a[...]Appeal Committee appointed by the Convenor under Regulation 6.7(a). Convenor means the person appointed by the Assembly Standing Committee under Regulation 6.3.3 to convene the Standing Appeal Panel, and i[...]the Chairperson has declared to be a Party under Regulation 6.9.1 (c). Standing Appeal Panel or Panel means the panel ofpersons appointed under Regulation 6.3.[...]
	[...]procedures under the Constitution or Regulations; (b) that the Original Decision-[...]cision contrary to the Constitution, Regulations, by-laws or rules; (c) that the O[...]
	[...](a) Unless the Convenor has determined under Regulation 6.6 that the Appeal Papers do not es[...]hear the Appeal, subj ect to Regulation 6.7 (e) (ii) appoint one of those[...]e regard to the relevant skills and experience in Regulation 6.3.2(f));[...]
	[...]ppeal process specified under Regulation 6.9.2; and (c) may declarewhethe[...]unity to provide written comment is a Party under Regulation 6.9.2 (a) or (b). 6.9[...]
	[...]then, within 7 days of the time expiring under Regulation 6.9.2(a) and (b), the Chairperson[...]responses received under Regulation 6.9.2 (a) and (b); and (ii) gi[...]for the Appellant’s reply under Regulation 6.9.2(c). 6.9.3 General Powers of Appeal Comm[...](a) and (b) are subject to any relevant Assembly policies.[...]
	6.12 CONFIDENTIALITY Except as providedin Regulation 6.11,all matters concerningtheAppeal,[...]
	[...]Australia ALTERNATIVE REGULATIONS FOR KOREAN CONGREGATIONS[...]tee November 2014 The purposes of the Alternative Regulations for Korean Congregations are: • cons[...]e these vary from the Uniting Church Regulations; • to facilitate the recruitm[...]o move to wards the Uniting Church Regulations unvaried. 1. REGULATION 2.1.1 For the purpose of these alternative Regulations, unless the context or subject mat[...]
	2. ALTERNATIVE REGULATION RE THE DURATION, TERMINATION AND CONDITIONS[...]placement in accordance with Part 5 ofthe Regulations; or (v) the Synod, on dis[...]on joining the Uniting Church. 3. ALTERNATIVE REGULATION RE ELDERS In relation to Elders, New Korean[...]ptions: (a) following the Uniting Church Regulations, noting that Elders are normal[...]
	[...]CONGREGATIONAL BY-LAWS Alternative Regulation 3.9.8 BY-LAWS OF A CONGREGATION 3.9.8 Wit[...]nconsistent with the Constitution and Regulations of the Uniting Church (as varied by any applicable exemptions or alternative Regulations approved under Regulation 3.10.1) and are not inconsistent with[...]DECISION TO FOLLOW THESE ALTERNATIVE REGULATIONS Alternative Regulations 3.9.9 DECISION BY KOREAN CONGREGATIONS CONCERNING THESE REGULATIONS 3.9.9 (i) Korean Congregations which have chosen to follow these alternative Regulations shall automatically transfer to these alternative Regulations on the date on which these alternative Regulations come into effect. (ii) A Korean Congregation which is following these alternative Regulations may decide at any time, by a s[...]es to follow these alternative Regulations. Such a Congregation shall then follow the Uniting Church Regulations unvaried by these alternative Regulations. The Uniting Church Regulations shall not apply retrospectively to decisions take[...]ent edition of the Alternative Regulations. The Congregation shall immediately notify[...]
	6. ASSEMBLY ACTIONS REVIEW OF THESE ALTERNATIVE REGULATIONS 3.1.8 The Assemblyshallreviewthese alternative Regulations as andwhenit determines.[...]
	[...]X TO CONSTITUTION AND REGULATIONS CONSTITUTION REGULATION[...]
	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION Para N[...]38-48 Alterations to Regulations[...]3.6.4.1 - 3.6.4.4 Power to exempt from Regulations[...]
	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION[...]
	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION Para[...]
	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION[...]
	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION[...]
	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION Para[...]3, 14, 17 See Regulations for Ministers Deaconesses 3, 13, 17 See Regulations for Ministers[...]
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	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION Para[...]d 3, 13, 14, 17 See Regulations for Ministers Ministerial Education Board[...]
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	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION P[...]3.8.5 Regulations, by-laws, rules 64- 66, 68-69[...]
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	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION Para[...]4.11.6 Regulations 62, 65-67 Alt[...]3.10.2 Regulations, by-laws, rules Assembly[...]
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	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION P[...]4.11.6 Regulations, by-laws, rules and standing orde[...]
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	[...]of Union and the context of the Constitution and Regulations of the Church which state the Church’s r[...]
	[...]asis of Union and defined in the Constitution and Regulations, respecting the rights and res[...]
	[...]s a Minister in that placement as outlined in the Regulations (2.2.1 and 2.11.2-3).[...]
	at the commencement of the Regulations) including competencies, time[...]
	[...]all comply with all the relevant standards, policies, procedures, practices, guidelines, governance arr[...]ithstanding, for ministers in placement the Regulations governing placements will always apply. 10
	[...]deredas sexual misconduct (as defined in Regulation 5.6.2). 8.4 It is the responsibility of the[...]breach of this Code in accordance with the Regulations (5.4.1 - 5.5.1) and where appropriate re[...]t Complaints Committee as required under Regulation 5.6.7. 8.5 Where breaches of the Cod[...]
	[...]ch as through a previous policy decision or regulation, it is helpful for the chairperson to raise[...]
	[...]s the Council has determined otherwise (Regulation 3.8.4(b)). 6. If any member votes i[...]
	[...]with each revision of the Constitution and Regulations, and is the standard for meeting procedure[...]
	Basis of Union, Constitution & Regulations 2018 with Covenanting Statement,[...]
	BASIS OF UNION, CONSTITUTION AND REGULATIONS 2018 EDITION[...]
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	BASIS OF UNION, CONSTITUTION AND REGULATIONS UNITING CHURCH IN AUSTRALIA Published by[...]
	[...]57 to 61 7. Regulations, by-laws, rules and standing orders[...]70 to 73 REGULATIONS[...]Membership Regulation 1.1 to 1.8.2 2. Ministry[...]6.1 to 6.12 ALTERNATIVE REGULATIONS FOR KOREAN CONGREGATIONS Page 231 INDEX TO CONSTITUTION AND REGULATIONS Page 2[...]
	[...]Western Australia. Prescribe means prescribe by Regulation, rule, or by-law made pursuant to this Cons[...]
	[...]misconduct. APPEAL 11. The Assembly shall make Regulations providing for any person whose membership[...]
	[...]other body which contravenes this Constitution or Regulations of the Assembly;[...]
	[...]s of a Presbytery under this Constitution and the Regulations (including ordination and o[...]
	[...]nd dealt with in accordance with the rules, regulations, by-laws and resolutions made by or under[...]for the Church and in that event the rules, regulations, by-laws and resolutions of the Assembly an[...]
	[...]o this Constitution and any relevant regulations, rules and by-laws of the Church. ([...]ommittee power to make, rescind or vary any Regulation, no Regulation so made or any rescission or variation of any Regulation shall take effect until approved by the St[...]
	[...]DIVISION 7 REGULATIONS, BY-LAWS, RULES AND STANDING ORDERS 62. The Assembly may make Regulations not inconsistent with this Constitution pre-[...]with this Constitution or with any relevant Regulations and by-laws prescribing all matters which are req[...]sibility of the Presbytery. 65. Any such Regulations, by-laws or rules may delegate to any specified body power to make regulations, by-laws or rules for any of the purposes for which regulations, by- laws or rules may be made under this Constitution. 66. Any Regulation, by-law or rule may be rescinded or varied[...]rescribe for the giving of notice of any proposed Regulations, by-laws, rules and standing orders a[...]
	[...]interpretation of this Constitution or any of the Regulations made by the Assembly shall be made by[...]
	REGULATIONS 67
	[...]THE UNITING CHURCH IN AUSTRALIA REGULATIONS CONTENTS[...]
	[...]3.7.5.2 Audit, Finance and Risk Committee 3.8 Regulations that Apply to All Councils and Congregations[...]ations 3.10.1 Exemption and Alternative Regulations 3.10.2 Alterations to Regulations 4. Property 4.1 Definitions 4.2 Synod Pro[...]
	[...]onstitution shall apply to words when used in the Regulations and Beneficiary Fund means the Beneficiary Fund established pursuant to Regulation 3.1.6(d); Code of Ethics means the Code of Ethic[...]lities are assigned by the Constitution or by any Regulation, by-law or rule; Youth Worker means a per[...]TE: – the word “Korean” in brackets after a Regulation indicates that there is an approved alternative Regulation for Korean congregations. The alternative Regulations are found elsewhere in this publication.][...]
	[...]recognition in accordance with Regulations 1.4.1. and 1.4.2. 1.2 BAPTISED[...]
	[...]led as a member-in-association in accordance with Regulation 1.4.1(b) continues to p[...]
	[...]f appeal as those set out in Regulation 5.2.3. INSPECTION OF ROLLS BY PRESBYTERY[...]
	[...]een approved in accordance with these Regulations; Certificated Candidate means[...]inisterial Placements referred to in Regulation 3.7.4.2; Period of discernment mean[...]on panel means the selection panel referred to in Regulation 2.3.2.4; Student means a per[...]
	[...]f a Minister as prescribed in Regulations 2.2.1(a) and (b) are being exercised. DEFINITION[...]the exercise of the responsibilities outlined in Regulation 2.2.2(a), shall be mad[...]
	[...]g any of the tasks set out in Regulation 2.2.2(a) in ministry locations designated[...]E OF THE MINISTRY OF YOUTH WORKER 2.2.4 In these Regulations Youth Worker means a person accredited by[...]
	[...]ministry of the Church. (b) In Regulations 2.2.6, 2.4.8, 2.7.6, 2.9.6 and 2.9.7 unless the c[...]prior to making an application under Regulation 2.3.2.2 has 86
	[...]the National Executive of Congress under Regulation 2.3.2.4, an academic qua[...]
	[...]is prescribed under these Regulations or as may be required by[...]course of study as set out in these Regulations. (c) Acceptance as a studen[...]n as a candidate, in which case Regulations 2.3.1 to 2.3.2.5 shall apply. PRESBYTERY RESPONS[...]application in accordance with the Regulations. The Presbytery or a des[...]
	[...]n considering its report and recommendation under Regulation 2.3.2.3(a)(v) the Presbytery[...]satisfy itself regarding the matters mentioned in Regulation 2.3.2.1, and have regard, am[...]yed to it in accordance with Regulation 2.3.2.2 and 2.3.2.3. (d) Where[...]tion panel constituted under Regulation 2.3.2.4(a), the Congress Min[...]information conveyed to it in accordance with Regulation 2.3.2.2 and 2.3.2.3. SELEC[...]terial Education Board pursuant to Regulation 3.7.4.3(c)(iii)(3). and a representative a[...]
	[...]ttee, in accordance with paragraph (e) (d)of this Regulation. RIGHT OF APPEAL AGAINST A DECISION OF THE PRESB[...]nt may appeal against a decision made pursuant to Regulation 2.3.2.3(b), or 2.3.2.4(a) or 2.3.[...]n followed in accordance with the Regulations. (b) The appeal is to[...]the selection committee constituted under Regulation 2.3.2.4(a) to reconsider t[...]ay be shall deal with the application in terms of Regulations 2.3.2.3 to 2.3.2.5,[...]
	[...]Presbytery in accordance with Regulation 2.3.2.7(b) or (c) may appeal to the[...]Panel to be dealt with under Part 6 of these Regulations. (d) The Presbytery must[...]
	[...]tion Board in accordance with Regulation 2.3.2.7(a) or (b) may appeal to the National Exec[...]lt with under Part 6 of these Regulations. (d) The candidate’s Re[...]nsidering and determining applications made under Regulation 2.3.3(a) the appointin[...]
	[...]d as provided for under these Regulations or is transferred to the pastoral care[...]
	[...]N OF MINISTRY OF PASTOR 2.4.6 An applicant under Regulation 2.3.3 shall be recognised as a Pastor when:[...]hdrawn under the provisions of Regulation 2.10.3(a), and who is in good standing wit[...]
	[...]ter. YOUTH WORKER ACCREDITATION 2.4.9 Subject to Regulation 2.10.6, the accreditation of a Youth Worke[...]
	[...]ATION TO SERVE IN A PLACEMENT 2.5.1 (a) This Regulation shall apply to any minister of another den[...]
	[...]here an application made under Regulation 2.5.2 has been completed and the result of that a[...](i) take account of the matters referred to in Regulation 2.5.1(d), the stan[...]
	[...]en rejected by the Synod under Regulation 2.5.2(d) may appeal on the grounds that the process followed did not comply with these Regulations. The appeal shall be dealt with under Part 6 of these Regulations. ROLE OF THE ASSEMBLY IN THE ADMISSION OF[...](b) The guidelines referred to in Regulation 2.5.3(a) shall include a requi[...]recognised for the purposes of this RegulationRegulation the Assembly or the body which it designat[...]
	[...]dealt with under Part 6 of these Regulations. The Assembly shall give written notice of[...]al as is prescribed under these Regulations or as may be required by the Presbytery or by[...]application in accordance with the Regulations. (e) The Presbytery or a desi[...]
	[...]nveyed to it in accordance with Regulation 2.5.4 (c), (d) and (e). The Presbytery mus[...]
	[...]nsidered by the Presbytery in Regulation 2.5.4 (f ). (d) The Synod panel[...]nt may appeal against a decision made pursuant to Regulation 2.5.4(g) or 2.5.5 (d). The appeal[...]n accordance with Part 6 of these Regulations. (b) The appeal is to be m[...]
	[...]for Discipline pursuant to Regulation. 5.7.4(r)(iii) or (v), or by[...]
	[...]approved placement as provided in these Regulations. (c) A call to a placement g[...]
	[...](ii) to Ministers received under Regulation 2.5.1 in respect of their in[...]Presbytery with the exceptions listed in Regulation 2.6.5(a). The Presbytery shall[...]eption of placements listed in Regulations 2.6.5(a). (f) ) Assembly p[...]
	[...]authority has been delegated under Regulation 3.7.3(b)(vi), of the Pastoral[...]resbytery, the principles set out in Regulation 2.6.6 shall be followed as closely as poss[...]
	[...]f Pastor for the purposes of these Regulations when (i) the position descrip[...]includes one or more of the tasks named in Regulation 2.2.2; and the Pre[...]
	[...]nd ten years except as provided in Regulation 2.6.8. (b) Placements othe[...]
	[...]ear shall be determined in accordance with Regulation 2.6.7. CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT FOR COMM[...]
	[...]subject to the Code of Ethics and Part 5 of these Regulations. 116
	(c) A person who satisfies the provisions of Regulation 2.9.5(a) and who would if a Min[...]person serving in accordance with this Regulation such a person shall (except in[...]ter) subject to Part 5 of these Regulations; (c) in the exercise of thei[...]
	[...]ccording to the procedures in this Regulation. (b) Any decision by a P[...]
	[...]erm of any extension beyond ten years pursuant to Regulation 2.6.8 except on the same condi[...]accordance with Part 6 of these Regulations. The appeal shall be directed[...]
	[...]ee for Discipline pursuant to Regulation 5.7.4(r)(vi), subject to the Regulations relating to appeal. Where a Pastor is appointed to an approved placement the Regulations related to the termination of a placem[...]tee for Discipline pursuant to Regulation 5.7.4(r)(vi), subject to the Regulations relating to appeal.[...]Congregation in accordance with Regulation 3.1.4, it determines t[...]
	[...]ce with the provisions of this Regulation seeks to be reinstated, the Church[...]ccordance with Part 6 of these Regulations. may appeal to the Synod which shall appoi[...]has so determined pursuant to Regulation 5.7.4(r)(vi). (d) In the e[...]
	[...]editation of a Youth Worker shall, subject to the Regulations relating to appeal, be withdra[...]Discipline has so determined pursuant to Regulation 5.7.4(r)(vi). WITHDRAWAL OF RECOGNITION OF A LAY[...]ee for Discipline pursuant to Regulation 5.7.4(r)(vi), subject to the Regulations relating to appeal. 2.11 COLLEGIA[...]
	[...]issued after the change in accordance with Regulation 2.11.1(a). 124
	[...]n any determinations made under this Regulation. [Korean] MINISTRY TEAMS 2.11.3 (a) Chu[...]
	[...]in accordance with the Regulations; (See Reg. 2.6.6) (vi)[...]
	[...](iii) making decisions in accordance with the Regulations concerning baptism, co[...]; (See Part 1 of these Regulations) (iv) assisting the Ministe[...]carrying out its functions in accordance with the Regulations concerning applicants[...]in accordance with the Regulations; (See Reg. 4.4.1) (x)[...]
	[...]ters in accordance with Regulations 5.4.1 – 5.4.3 (ii) ensurin[...]tee in accordance with Regulations 3.7.3(b) and 5.4.3(a) (b) maint[...]within the bounds in accordance with Regulation 3.1.4; (iii) receiving and de[...]and Church Councils as provided for in Regulation 3.3.3(d) and the[...]
	[...]ng change of ordained ministry in accordance with Regulation 2.3.2.6; Ordination,[...]
	[...]of a Minister not classified under Regulation 2.6.1(e) to become an[...]the relevant Acts and Regulations; (ii) submitting Pres[...]
	[...]fore it for which no precise or sufficient Regulation has been made and the use of such power sh[...]
	[...]eries within the Synod in accordance with Regulations 3.4.6 - 3.4.7 ; (c) selecting those from the[...]embers of the Assembly in accordance with Regulation 3.3.8; (d) co-operating in the: (i)[...]om other denominations in accordance with Regulation 2.5.1; (f) ) overseeing the colleges and sch[...]ucation within the bounds, in accordance with the Regulations, including: (i) ensuring th[...]
	[...]exercised in accordance with the Regulations and where necessary providing[...]ee Part 5 and Part 6 of these Regulations) Property (k) providin[...]bounds, in accordance with the property Regulations, including: (i) appo[...]visions of the property Regulations; (iii) appointing an o[...]property; (See Part 4 of these Regulations) (l) making Synod by-laws pursuant to the Constitution and Regulations; (m) appointing a Standin[...]fore it for which no precise or sufficient Regulation has been made and the use of such power sh[...]
	(c) establishing such councils or other bodies a[...]
	[...]in the Congregation; (ii) subject to Regulation 2.9.4(b), Pastors serving within the[...]in-Association in accordance with Regulation 2.11.1; (v) subject to parag[...]
	[...]tances other than in Regulation 3.3.3(d)); or (iii)[...]
	[...]sters in accordance with Regulation 2.9.7; (d) (i) One confirmed[...]
	[...]f the Presbytery in accordance with Regulation 3.3.4. (b) Associate members of the[...]s of Presbytery in accordance with Regulation 3.3.4(c)(ii) and (d) shall be elected or a[...]
	[...]e with the provisions of Regulation 3.3.7(d). (b) The total number of l[...]appointed or elected in accordance with Regulations 3.3.7(a)(iii) – (vi). MEMBERSHIP OF THE[...]
	[...]er of members of the Assembly pursuant to Regulation 3.3.8 (i) -(iii); (v) Ministers and confirmed[...]l number of members appointed pursuant to Regulation 3.3.8 (i) – (iii).[...]
	[...]lay persons as are necessary to comply with Regulation 3.3.8(a)(iii)(5). (b) Nominations[...]he event of any person elected in accordance with Regulation 3.3.9(a) being unable t[...]
	[...]pose, functions and responsibilities specified in Regulation 3.1.1. (b) A Presbytery may dis[...](c) In the application of this Regulation: (i) the Presbyte[...]
	[...](b) In the application of this Regulation: (i) the Presbyte[...]
	[...]all or some of the responsibilities described in Regulation 3.1.2. FORMATION OF A PRESBYTERY 3.4.6 ([...]
	[...]eetings of the Congregation, (referred to in this Regulation as voting members):[...]
	[...]nd other matters in accordance with Regulations; (vi) performing such other duties[...]
	of this Regulation have been waived by the Assembly in respect of th[...]that the life of the Church expresses the faith, policies, standards and procedures to[...]ch as may be required by any Regulation, by-law or rule;[...]
	[...]f the Constitution or Regulations or a decision as to whether the action of any[...]itution, the relevant Regulations, by-laws or rules; (iii[...]
	[...](c) Any committees established pursuant to Regulation 3.7.2(a)(iv) shall have[...]
	[...]a task group established under Regulation 3.7.2(a)(iv); however, no task group[...](vii) dealing with complaints as set out in the Regulations on Church Discipl[...]
	[...]ointed in accordance with this Regulation. The Standing Committe[...]
	[...]Pastors considered suitable for placement under Regulation 2.6.6. MINIS[...]
	[...]h responsibilities as provided in Regulations 3.7.4.3(c) in relation to Aboriginal and I[...]
	[...]or deferral of studies (see Regulation 2.4.1(b)) (iii) either separately or[...]the Church in the period of discernment (see Regulation 2.3.1). (iv)[...]shall undertake all responsibilities in Regulation 3.7.4.3(c) not otherwise legislat[...]
	[...]hed by Synods shall be subject to the Regulations and decisions of the Assembly in relation[...]
	[...]ities so incurred. Subject to Regulation 3.7.4.6(b), all investments borrowings and other transactions authorised by this Regulation are to be made in the name of[...]NSTITUTIONS 3.7.4.7 (a) For the purposes of this Regulation, unless the context or subject matter[...]
	[...]nd responsibilities given to the Synod under this Regulation. (i) In relation to an institutio[...]
	[...]nd the way in which the responsibilities named in Regulation 3.6.4.2 may be exe[...]
	[...]a new committee is appointed according to Regulation 3.7.5.2(b). (d) Casual vacancies may be filled[...](5) compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards and best p[...]
	3.8 REGULATIONS THAT APPLY TO ALL COUNCILS AN[...]
	[...]sented. (f) Except as provided in Regulation 3.7.4.1(f )(i), a quorum for a meetings[...]
	[...]untant. For the purpose of this Regulation a qualified accountant means:[...]
	[...]Notional stipend for the purpose of this Regulation means the amount deter[...]
	[...]in addition to those listed in Regulation 3.3.1. The Church Council may nominate to[...]
	[...]members-in-association (as listed in Regulation 1.6.1), the Presbytery may, at the[...]to operate under these Regulations and forms a Church Council under Regulation 3.3.1; or[...]longer period authorized under (c) of this Regulation , as the case may be. (c) This Regulation shall cease to apply to the Congregation and the[...]Council in accordance with the Regulation 3.3.1 at the expiry of a period of 12 mont[...]
	[...]sociation. (See Reg. 3.8.5). (e) Regulation 3.3.1(b) does not apply to Congregations in which[...]TIVES AND ALTERATIONS EXEMPTIONS AND ALTERNATIVE REGULATIONS 3.10.1 The Assembly in plenary session, or its S[...]exemption from compliance with all or any of the Regulations; and (b) may make alternative Regulations in respect of all or any such matters[...]e granting of an exemption from compliance with a Regulation or Regulations does not have the effect of exempting[...]dy from complying with the Constitution and other Regulations. ALTERATIONS TO REGULATIONS 3.10.2 (a) These and any other Regulations may be amended by addition, deletion[...]
	[...]any such proposal involves an amendment to the Regulations. (b) Amendments to the Regulations shall have effect from the time of passing[...]y specify. (c) Any act or decisions made under Regulations prior to the amendment thereof shall not be[...]subsequently be varied to comply with the amended Regulations if so directed by the Assembly or other body concerned. (d) Any body within the Church affected by Regulations may request the Assembly to amend the Regulations.[...]
	Standing Committee means the Standing C[...]
	property matters as provided by these Regulations having regard to:[...]
	[...]ESPONSIBILITY FOR PROPERTY 4.4.1 Subject to the Regulations, the by-laws of the Synod and the rules of[...](b) subject to clause (e) of this Regulation, determine the use of land and[...]
	[...]od in accordance with Regulation 3.8.7(b); (vii) appropriate[...]any of the matters referred to in Regulation 4.4.2(a), notwithstanding tha[...]In exercising the responsibilities set out in Regulation 4.4.1 the Church Council may itself c[...]in accordance with the provisions of Regulation 4.10.1.[...]
	[...]s given in accordance with the Regulations. LEASES 4.6.2 (a) Subject to paragraph (b) of this Regulation, a lease shall not be granted[...]
	[...]Officer of the Synod. (g) This Regulation applies notwithstanding anything elsewhere contained in the Regulations. PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS 4.6.3 (a) Subject[...]specified in paragraph (b) of this Regulation may be entered into without the prior[...]the acquisition, sale, mortgage or (subject to Regulation 4.6.2) lease of[...]
	[...]as described in the Regulations; and (ii) give all[...]by or on behalf of a Property Trust and to which Regulation 4.6.3 applies, shall be submitted to the[...]osal has been approved in accordance with Regulation 4.6.3. EXECUTION OF DEEDS 4.7.2 Any deed, inst[...]ng to any property or matter to which the Regulations apply which, if made or executed by an ind[...]
	[...]UNSAFE BUILDINGS 4.11.1 (a) Notwithstanding any Regulation or by-law, a Synod Property Officer or[...]es not comply with any governmental regulation or requirement or is reported to the Synod[...]
	[...]nod pursuant to this Regulation; (v) after consultation[...]when a recommendation is made pursuant to Regulation 4.11.1(a). INDEMNITY 4.11.2 (a) Any perso[...]
	[...]responsibilities listed in Regulation 4.4.1 and other relevant Regulations of the Church will b[...]
	[...]h under Part 6 of these Regulations (d) The Presbytery[...]nsibilities mentioned in Regulation 4.11.9(a)(iii) be jointly undertaken if[...]memorandum of understanding made pursuant to Regulation 4.11.9(a) or a decision made in accordance with Regulation 4.11.9(c). ([...]s in the implementation of this Regulation. Where there is more than one P[...]es of the Presbytery under this Regulation will be exercised by one or both of them. CLASSI[...]ALTERNATIVE MISSIONAL USE 4.11.10 (a) In this Regulation: (i) “Alternative Mis[...]
	[...]bytery and a Congregation as referred to in Regulation 4.11.9 (b)[...]
	[...]gregation as described in the Regulations; (ii) the Presbytery and th[...]standing a resolution of the Synod referred to in Regulation 4.11.10 (b)(ii), responsibilit[...]
	[...]t a decision pursuant to Regulation 4.11.10 (b)(ii) to classify property as available[...]s not in accordance with Regulations 4.11.10(a),(b), (c) and (d); (ii[...]ed under Part 6 of these Regulations; and 4.11.11 The Assembly determines tha[...]
	[...]DEFINITIONS 5.1.1 In this Part 5 of the Regulations unless the context or subject matter other[...]
	[...]al counsel in accordance with Regulation 5.2.1 (a) that member may be requested by[...]
	[...]roll of a Congregation pursuant to Regulations may have it reinstated by a decision of the[...]pply, to the exclusion of the process outlined in Regulation 5.2.1. (b) The Policies for t[...]
	[...]LITIES OF THE PRESBYTERY 5.4.2 Subject to these Regulations, the counselling and discipline of Minister[...]
	[...]e withdrawn for the purposes of this Regulation, if that person, for any reason, be unwilli[...]
	[...]for the purpose of deciding on action which the Regulations authorise it to take. Its tools inclu[...]om the complaint is made. DEFINITIONS 5.6.2 In Regulations 5.6.1 to 5.6.18, unless the context or sub[...]
	[...]ints Committee appointed by the Synod pursuant to Regulation 5.6.4; Complaint means a written, signed complai[...]ster means a Minister (as that term is defined in Regulation 5.1.1) or Candidate (as that term is defined in Regulation 2.1.1) involved in field education; Pastoral Rel[...]cedural Fairness refers to the matters set out in Regulation 5.6.11(a); Sexual misconduct means one or[...]
	[...]against a Minister the procedures in Regulations 5.6.3 to 5.6.18 inclusive shall apply to the exclusion of the procedures contained in Regulations 5.4.1 to 5.5.1 inclusive.[...]
	[...]subject to paragraph (j) of this Regulation, be three, of whom the m[...]
	[...]ate complaint made pursuant to Regulation 5.6.10 (e) (iii) or a composite complaint made pursuant to Regulation 5.6.10 (e) (iii) in such manner as it shal[...]
	[...]onduct as defined in these Regulations; (iii) inform the person o[...]
	[...]s possible. (d) Nothing in these Regulations shall prevent a person from making an[...]
	[...]In exercising its responsibilities under these Regulations, the Committee shall h[...]graph (e) of this Regulation. (c) The nature of the in[...]
	[...]Discipline to be dealt with as a complaint under Regulation 5.7.2; (vi[...]
	[...]aragraph (e) (v) of this Regulation. (g) Where the Committee determine[...]dealt with as a complaint under Regulation 5.7.2(b) or referral to another council of[...]
	[...]he complaint and, subject to these Regulations, that Presbytery shall be responsible[...]relating to a complaint under Regulations 5.5.1ff and, in the case of a complaint referred under Regulation 5.6.5(e)(v), the conclusion of all processes relating to the complaint under Regulations 5.7.1ff, unless the Presbytery[...]omplaint may continue to be processed under these Regulations, notwithstanding the c[...]NTIALITY AND PRIVACY 5.6.14 (a) Subject to these Regulations confidentiality shall be observed by all[...]
	[...]he Committee for Discipline under Regulation 5.7.2 (b). (h) A breach of confident[...]irperson made pursuant to Regulation 5.6.3(b); (ii) against a deter[...]ommittee made pursuant to Regulation 5.6.10(e)(i); or (iii) on the g[...]a decision of the Committee under Regulation 5.6.10.(e)(v) or (vi). (c) Th[...]
	[...]against a decision made pursuant to Regulation 5.6.10(a) the appeal committe[...]of an appeal against a decision made pursuant to Regulation 5.6.10(e) (i) or on th[...]
	[...]on of the Constitution, of any Regulation, rule or resolution of the Church or any b[...]utcome or Agreed Outcome under Regulation 5.6.10, or any lawful direction of the Moderator made pursuant to Regulation 3.6.3.2(i); (c) advocated doctrin[...]drawn for the purposes of this Regulation, if that person, for any reason, be unwilli[...]
	[...]onsibilities of the Moderator under Regulation 3.6.3.2(i) may, at any time following the[...]
	[...]complaint under Part 5 of the Regulations if such action be considered necessary for the[...]ommittee at which the report under Regulation 5.7.4(t) is presented, and any housing then occup[...]ermined in accordance with the Regulations governing such funds but any period during which a Respondent is stood aside pursuant to Regulation 5.7.5(a) shall not be included[...]el to be dealt with under Part 6 of these Regulations. STAY OF PROCEEDINGS 5.7.8 Where the S[...]as referred an appeal in accordance with Regulation 5.7.7, the Standing Committee may determine that[...]any decisions made or actions taken pursuant to Regulations 5.7.4(r) or (s) be suspended on s[...]
	[...]6. APPEALS (These amended Appeal Regulations; being Part 6; and Regulations 2.3.2.5 (a); 2.5.6 (a); 2.10.4 (d); 4.11.9 (c) (i[...]of appeal specifically granted elsewhere in these Regulations where reference is made to this Part 6 or a Regulation within Part 6; ie Regulations 2.3.2.5 (a); 2.3.2.7; 2.5.2 (f ); 2.5.3 (f ); 2.5[...]ndently of specific references elsewhere in these Regulations. 6.2 INTERPRETATION In this Regulation 6: Appeal means an appeal commenced under this Pa[...]ans the committee appointed by the Convenor under Regulation 6.7 to hear an Appeal. Appeal Papers means the documents delivered under Regulation 6.5(c). Appellant means the person who appeals ag[...]Appeal Committee appointed by the Convenor under Regulation 6.7(a). Convenor means the person appointed by the Assembly Standing Committee under Regulation 6.3.3 to convene the Standing Appeal Panel, and i[...]the Chairperson has declared to be a Party under Regulation 6.9.1 (c). Standing Appeal Panel or Panel means the panel of persons appointed under Regulation 6.3. 226
	[...]rocedures under the Constitution or Regulations; (b) that the Original Decision[...]ision contrary to the Constitution, Regulations, by-laws or rules; (c) that the[...]
	[...](a) Unless the Convenor has determined under Regulation 6.6 that the Appeal Papers do not e[...]hear the Appeal, subject to Regulation 6.7 (e) (ii) appoint one of thos[...]e regard to the relevant skills and experience in Regulation 6.3.2(f ));[...]
	[...]ppeal process specified under Regulation 6.9.2; and (c) may declare wheth[...]unity to provide written comment is a Party under Regulation 6.9.2 (a) or (b). 6.9[...]
	[...]then, within 7 days of the time expiring under Regulation 6.9.2(a) and (b), the Chairperson[...]responses received under Regulation 6.9.2 (a) and (b); and (ii) gi[...]for the Appellant’s reply under Regulation 6.9.2(c). 6.9.3 General Powers of Appeal Comm[...](a) and (b) are subject to any relevant Assembly policies. 232
	6.12 CONFIDENTIALITY Except as provided in Regulation 6.11, all matters concerning the Appeal,[...]
	[...]Australia ALTERNATIVE REGULATIONS FOR KOREAN CONGREGATIONS[...]tee November 2014 The purposes of the Alternative Regulations for Korean Congregations are: • cons[...]e these vary from the Uniting Church Regulations; • to facilitate the recruitm[...]to move to- wards the Uniting Church Regulations unvaried. 1. REGULATION 2.1.1 For the purpose of these alternative Regulations, unless the context or subject mat[...]
	2. ALTERNATIVE REGULATION RE THE DURATION, TERMINATION AND CONDITIONS[...]shall be in accordance with the Uniting Church Regulations, with these exceptions: (a) Min[...]placement in accordance with Part 5 of the Regulations; or (v) the Synod, on di[...]cordance with Part 5 of the Regulations. (b) After 1 January 2015 there[...]n joining the Uniting Church. 3. ALTERNATIVE REGULATION RE ELDERS In relation to Elders, New Korea[...]ions: (a) following the Uniting Church Regulations, noting that Elders are norma[...]
	[...]CONGREGATIONAL BY-LAWS Alternative Regulation 3.9.8 BY-LAWS OF A CONGREGATION 3.9.8 Wit[...]nconsistent with the Constitution and Regulations of the Uniting Church (as varied by any applicable exemptions or alternative Regulations approved under Regulation 3.10.1) and are not inconsistent with[...]DECISION TO FOLLOW THESE ALTERNATIVE REGULATIONS Alternative Regulations 3.9.9 DECISION BY KOREAN CONGREGATIONS CONCERNING THESE REGULATIONS 3.9.9 (i) Korean Congregations which have chosen to follow these alternative Regulations shall automatically transfer to these alternative Regulations on the date on which these alternative Regulations come into effect. (ii) A Korean Congregation which is following these alternative Regulations may decide at any time, by a s[...]es to follow these alternative Regulations. Such a Congregation shall then follow the Uniting Church Regulations unvaried by these alternative Regulations. The Uniting Church Regulations shall not apply retrospectively to decisions take[...]ent edition of the Alternative Regulations. The Congregation shall immediately notify[...]
	6. ASSEMBLY ACTIONS REVIEW OF THESE ALTERNATIVE REGULATIONS 3.1.8 The Assembly shall review these alternative Regulations as and when it determines. 240
	[...]NDEX TO CONSTITUTION AND REGULATIONS CONSTITUTION REGULATION Par[...]
	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION Para Nº[...]38-48 Alterations to Regulations[...]3.6.4.1 – 3.6.4.4 Power to exempt from Regulations[...]
	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION Pa[...]
	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION Pa[...]
	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION[...]
	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION Para[...]
	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION Para Nº[...]3, 14, 17 See Regulations for Ministers Deaconesses 3, 13, 17 See Regulations for Ministers[...]
	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION P[...]
	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION Para[...]
	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION Par[...]
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	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION
	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION Para[...]Word 3, 13, 14, 17 See Regulations for Ministers Ministerial Education Board[...]
	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION P[...]
	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION Par[...]
	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATIONRegulations, by-laws, rules 64-66, 68-69 Re[...]
	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION Pa[...]
	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION Para Nº[...]4.11.6 Regulations 62, 65-67 A[...]3.10.2 Regulations, by-laws, rules Assembly[...]
	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION Para[...]
	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION Para[...]
	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION P[...]
	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION Para Nº[...]4.11.6 Regulations, by-laws, rules and standing orders[...]
	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION Par[...]
	[...]CONSTITUTION REGULATION P[...]
	[...]of Union and the context of the Constitution and Regulations of the Church which state the Church’s r[...]
	[...]asis of Union and defined in the Constitution and Regulations, respecting the rights and resp[...]
	[...]s a Minister in that placement as outlined in the Regulations (2.2.1 and 2.11.2–3).[...]
	at the commencement of the Regulations) including competencies, time[...]
	[...]all comply with all the relevant standards, policies, procedures, practices, guidelines, governance arr[...]ithstanding, for ministers in placement the Regulations governing placements will always apply. 10
	[...]ered as sexual misconduct (as defined in Regulation 5.6.2). 8.4 It is the responsibility of the[...]breach of this Code in accordance with the Regulations (5.4.1 – 5.5.1) and where appropriate[...]t Complaints Committee as required under Regulation 5.6.7. 8.5 Where breaches of the Cod[...]
	CHAPTER 3 – HOW WE MEET TOGETHER W[...]
	[...]ch as through a previous policy decision or regulation, it is helpful for the chairperson to raise[...]
	[...]s the Council has determined otherwise (Regulation 3.8.4(b)). 6. If any member votes i[...]
	[...]with each revision of the Constitution and Regulations, and is the standard for meeting procedure[...]
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