Volunteering

Volunteering is a lovely way to make a contribution to church life while meeting new people and making friends.

Our volunteers find ways to serve the congregation that match their interests and strengths, including singing as a cantor, playing the pipe organ, being an usher at Sunday worship, serving morning tea, curating historic photographs, coordinating the roster, coordinating weddings, serving on church, worship and mission committees, coordinating Safe Church certifications and training, and lots more.

Weddings, baptisms, confirmations and funerals

With Nazareth's 160-year-long history, the families of former members regularly request to hold baptisms, weddings and funerals in the church. Please contact us to discuss your needs.Nazareth offers funeral and memorial services and has a Columbarium for the respectful storage of funeral urns.

Activities

Many Nazareth members participate in activities throughout the week to learn, encourage each other, serve together and enjoy each other's company. There are opportunities catering for all age groups and interests.After worship each Sunday, we share morning tea in Nazareth Hall, which is a lovely way to connect with friends and meet new people.A range of Bible study groups take place during the day to focus on God’s word and encourage each other in a life of faith. We also have women's fellowship, Under 40's Group, and lots more (see below!)

Do be sure to always check our Event Calendar for up-to-date information about what’s on, when and where, in case of rescheduling or cancellations.

Wednesday Bible Study Group

Join Pastor Chris at 1:45pm each Wednesday in the Vestry (Admin building behind the Church) for Bible Study.

When you arrive you'd be welcomed and invited to help yourself to a coffee or tea - then relax and enjoy fellowship with a friendly group of like minded people. Ages range from 30-70ish. We welcome your inquiry - contact us here.

Sunday Bible Study Group

Sunday Bible Study will pause while Confirmation Classes are running from Sunday 12^th May. The last Sunday Bible Study for the moment will be Sunday 28^th April at 10:30am.

We'll update this section when Sunday Bible Study classes resume.

Under 40's Group

Social events for the Under 40’s are coordinated by individuals in the Under 40’s group (in consultation with Pastor Chris and Rachael, our Social Coordinator). These range widely, depending on the interests of group members. All welcome. 2023 Events included BBQs, an Escape Room and a Board Games Day. 2024 Events include Karaoke, Laser Tag and Bowling as well as family friendly BBQs and picnics. If you have any questions, or would like to join in, please phone the office on (07) 3391 2854.

Monthly Under 40s Get Together: The Under 40's have a regular get drop in casual style get together on the 3rd Saturday of each month in Nazareth Hall. It’s a family friendly opportunity to drop in, byo refreshments, gather, play games, plan new outings, together and enjoy fellowship and company. Please contact the office if you'd like to participate.

Triple C – Ladies’ Fellowship

Ladies fellowship meets at 9.30am on the first Tuesday of each month for coffee, craft and chat. This group is attended mainly by women, though men are also welcome. This group aims to enrich the spiritual life of its members and also serve the congregation, the wider church and the community. Our church backgrounds are varied including Lutheran, Uniting and Anglican and we welcome newcomers from any Christian faith. Each year we make palm crosses to hand out on Palm Sunday – this usually includes lots of laughing and chatting.

Harmony Feast

2024 Date to be advised: Harmony Feast is an annual multi-congregational harmony lunch, held at Nazareth Hall and Courtyard once a year, for the members of all of the congregations that worship here: Nazareth, and the Fijian, African, Finnish, Latvian and Swedish congregations. Bring a plate to share from your culture, enjoy meeting new people, appreciate new cultures and food, and make new friends. For more information contact us here.

The Longest Lutheran Lunch

Held each year on Reformation Sunday at a long table at the German Club is another opportunity for Nazareth members, friends and visitors of all ages to socialise and enjoy each other’s company over a light meal. Keep an eye on our Weekly Bulletin for notices about this event and due date for RSVPs, or contact us here.