We are a community following Jesus together, participating in and pursuing the mission of God. We seek to reach up to God, reach in to our community family and reach out to the world.
Local Missions
Yeronga Community Centre
ABOUT
We make a difference in our community, working effectively with the community and our partners to achieve positive and lasting change for those most in need. We are caring, acting with warmth, kindness, sincerity, respect, and dignity in all our interactions. We are respectful of each other, and base our relationships on honesty, fairness and trust.
We empower the community, working with individuals to help them make the best choices for themselves and with communities to contribute to the well being of the whole community, strengthening community spirit and resilience.
We are proactive in advocating for social and legal frameworks to protect vulnerable members of the community.
HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED
Volunteers are an important part of the fabric of Yeronga Community Centre and they perform a wide variety of functions that support the work of the Centre in a range of ways. These include volunteering for the management committee, reference group, assisting with fundraising, supporting our bread basket program, supporting our groups and activities programs including;
• seniors morning tea
• playgroup
• craft group
• gardening
• helping out generally around the centre.
Contact Melinda Melinda@communityplus.org.au to find out more information on how you can get involved.
Seville Road State School
ABOUT
Seville Road State School opened in 1959 and is a small school with a big heart. Many cultures are represented in the school community with a large proportion of students from a non-English speaking background and many families who are refugees from their country of origin. The harmonious way in which students learn, work and play serves as a model to all humanity.
Volunteers from Holland Park Church of Christ assist teachers in the classroom by working one-on-one with students to support their English language skills, relationship building and general educational support.
WHAT WE DO
• Provide a healthy breakfast for students on a weekly basis during term time and interact with students to encourage them and build relationships.
• Help out in the classroom to assist with reading and other programs for
the students.
• Provide a thank you breakfast for staff twice a year.
HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED
• Help out with weekly breakfast
• Help out in the classroom
• Join the team in providing the breakfast for staff twice a year.
Contact Andrew andylj72@gmail.com to find out more information on how you can involved.
West End Christian Fellowship
Do you love to serve people in your own town who need a helping hand? Visit WECF on Sunday evenings!
WHAT YOU WILL FIND:
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A community of inner-city people who are hungry for food, friendship, hope and encouragement.
5:30pm – Doors open for:
Home cooked meal
Coffee and tea on tap
Friendly face-to-face chats
Group discussion about life and hope
Communion and Prayer for our community and the world
HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED:
Prepare a meal
Set up tables and chairs
Serve in the kitchen
Be present to talk and listen to someone
Share resources* (i.e. street-friendly pantry items; blankets, etc)
HOW TO CONNECT WITH WECF:
Facebook Group = WESTEND MINISTRY SUPPORT
Website: www.ozgraceandpeace.com
Email: bradjohnson@tpg.com.au
Mission Moree
MM is a six-day Mission designed to support, serve and teach indigenous children. Volunteers enjoy leading interactive lessons from the Bible, and connecting with kids through art, craft, and sport activities. As a part of the MM team, members enjoy learning leadership and teambuilding skills while building a deeper personal faith in God through service. MM works in conjunction with local Christians to encourage, teach, mentor, and share God’s love to children within their community.
Find us on Facebook!
Find us on the Web: http://www.ozgraceandpeace.com/mission-moree-2017-1
Have Questions? Email bradjohnson@tpg.com.au