Our history, her story: Rachel Ciano
The Church suffers when women’s stories, perspectives and insights are missed. But sadly, women’s stories are often hidden from history, and historically women haven’t been given the same opportunities to study theology in depth. Historian, theologian, 2023 ADM Fellow and new Dean of Academic Development at Mary Andrews College, Rachel Ciano, is trying to do something about that, with her passions for history, theology and teaching entwined.
Farewelling our 2023 ADM Fellows
As we warmly welcome our 2024 ADM Fellows in the ADM space, it is also time for our 2023 Fellows to pack their bags and say farewell. Their Fellowships have come to an end, and they’re leaving ADM to make room for our 2024 Fellows. Or are they?
ADM announces 26 recipients of Women in Ministry Support Scheme grants
Anglican Deaconess Ministries (ADM) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2023 Women in Ministry Support Scheme (WIMSS). ADM is delighted to award grants of up to $2,000 each to 26 Christian women from across Australia, empowering them in their diverse ministries.
Announcing the 2024 ADM Fellows
ADM is delighted to introduce our 8th cohort of Fellows, with five women appointed to complete major projects that engage our sceptical and hurting world with the gospel.
ADM announces appointment of Dr Laurel Moffatt as Principal of Mary Andrews College
A lecturer, teacher, writer and researcher, Dr Laurel Moffatt has spent the last decade combining her research and writing skills with her love of Jesus and the Bible. With a background in tertiary education and more recent experience as the Diocesan Researcher for the Anglican Diocese of Sydney, she brings strengths of not just qualifications and experience, but curiosity and grace to lead Mary Andrews College as Principal.
Growth in The Greenhouse
The Greenhouse has grown so much so quickly, that it has become clear that for this seedling community to keep growing, connecting and encouraging Christian women, we needed to employ a second team member, someone to focus on building community and helping members engage with each other. Today, ADM is thrilled to announce the appointment of Louisa Raggatt as The Greenhouse’s Community and Engagement Manager.
Support for the hardest work
Social worker Angela Ferguson shares how her Greenhouse Guild for trauma workers is helping to equip her for longterm service in a challenging role.
More than toys
WIMSS grantee Arda Cholakyan is the Children and Families Minister at Lakemba Anglican Church, and she’s using the funding to support ministry to children and their parents.
Stories of Christian Women
Inside our 2023 Annual Report, you’ll find inspiring stories of Christian women serving God faithfully in a variety of contexts and spaces. We pray that their stories, while demonstrating the value of Anglican Deaconess Ministries, our funding schemes, Mary Andrews College, The Greenhouse and the Mental Health and Pastoral Care Institute, will also encourage and spur you on as you serve God where He has placed you.
Introducing ADM's Women in Ministry Co-working Space: A haven for collaboration and support
Nestled in the heart of Sydney's bustling CBD, Anglican Deaconess Ministries (ADM) is pleased to unveil a new initiative tailored exclusively for women in ministry. We’re excited to announce the launch of our Women in Ministry Co-working Space, a nurturing environment designed to foster productivity, collaboration, and support among women in ministry.