About us
We are a welcoming community based on the need to share our faith and support each other in our faith journey and provide loving practical support particularly in time of need.
Morning tea is served at the conclusion of our Sunday services. This social gathering after the service enables people to ‘catch up’ with what has been happening in the lives of our church community.
We have a prayer chain, a fine music heritage and an excellent banner collection. Our church building, grounds and memorial garden are well-maintained and equipped.
Our building's facilities are used weekly by community groups. These groups include support groups as well as sewing and Tai Chi.
During school terms a music programme for pre-school children is run each Friday morning at 9.20am by a trained music therapist.
Ministry & Worship
We value and utilise the many gifts, skills and sense of humour that our minister and members bring to our community. Together we prepare worship, provide pastoral care and nurture each other in faith. There is a strong sense of belonging.
Pastoral care of the members and acceptance and tolerance of all ages lies at the heart of the life of our Congregation. The Congregation is committed to a continuance of fellowship and encouragement, supporting and nurturing each other in faith, love and discipleship.
Features of our Congregational life include a strong commitment to social justice and care of the wider community. Our ecumenical contacts include joint services with other churches and faith sharing activities. We aim to be vigilant in our contact with people who have special needs and who are often missed by other organisations. Pastoral ministry to retirement villages is an integral part of our outreach.
Community Outreach
Emergency Food Relief. We provide friendship, a listening ear, and food parcels of non-perishable goods for those who live in the Knox area. Our opening hours are Tuesday and Friday from 10am – 12 noon
A Music Together program is held each Friday during school terms from 9.20am – 10.15am. This is a music therapy program for pre-school children and their parents and caregivers. It aims to enhance family relationships and communication through music, instrument play, drama, dance and relaxation. Tea and coffee is served after the session and enables parents/caregivers to get to know, and support, each other.
We meet for Café Coffee from 10am each Wednesday morning at the Mountain Village Coffee Lounge, Shop 16, 163 Boronia Road, Boronia. Come when you can and stay as long as you like.
Recycled Teenagers is an adult group which meets monthly for lunch and fellowship in each other’s company.
A Craft Group meets each Friday from 11.30am at the church and is open to the wider community. Those attending bring their own craft project and lunch. We enjoy each other’s company as we work on projects such as knitting, sewing, cross stitch, embroidery, patchwork, etc. Anyone is welcome to drop in for a chat and a cuppa.
We have a Little Free Library situated in the foyer of our building and it is available any time the church buildings are open. There is a large collection of fiction, biographies, sci-fi, who-done-its, children’s books and DVD’s. Take a book and either bring it back when you are finished (keep it for as long as you like) or leave another in its place. We aren’t fussed! Just enjoy.
Upcoming Events
An invitation is extended to you to attend our Christmas Services, which are listed below
December 13 at 7.30pm Blue Christmas Service for anyone who finds celebrating Christmas difficult
December 17 at 10am Special family service including a Nativity Play where any child present may participate
December 17 at 12 noon Christmas Celebration for Under 50's - kids, teens, singles, couples, parents. A chance to connect, communicate, share a meal, play games and celebrate Christmas. Please confirm your attendance by 10 December by contacting either Kim - 0402 517 185 or Ola - 0416 503 985
December 24 at 10am Join us for worship led by Rev Ian Hickingbotham
December 25 at 9am Celebrate Christmas with us. Service will be led by Rev. Rod Brown
Find us
We are located at 209 Boronia Road, Boronia