what we do

Sunday services

Sam

what is the most exciting thing about Sunday services?

God has sent us his Son Jesus to free us, rescue us and renew this world. I organise our Church Sunday meetings to speak this exciting news about Jesus in diverse ways such as music, prayer, video, Bible reading and preaching.

 

who should be interested in Sunday services?

Anyone who can creatively speak the exciting news about Jesus in ways that are fresh and challenging.

 

what part does Sunday services play in the life of Strathfield 9am?

I hope to make the Sunday meetings "come alive" - so that when you meet with us at Strathfield 9am, you will be refreshed, challenged and changed by God's Word and Spirit.

 

care groups

Tim

what is the most exciting thing about Care Groups?

Seeing people at Strathfield 9am connect to God and each other in real and personal ways.

 

who should be interested in Care Groups?

Anyone who wants to join a support group which meets to read the Bible and share in each others lives.

 

what part does Care Groups play in the life of Strathfield 9am?

Strathfield 9am is not just big meetings on Sunday mornings, but also on weekdays in smaller groups that meet in homes. Care Groups keeps everyone connected throughout the week.

 

  

music

Andrew

what is the most exciting thing about Music at Strathfield 9am?

Singing is one of the most natural ways to express how we feel and what we think. It's great to see people sing to God and each other from the heart.

 

who should be interested in Music at Strathfield 9am?

Anyone who is keen to serve God by encouraging others to sing. Being able to sing and/or play an instrument is also helpful.

 

what part does Music play in the life of Strathfield 9am?

Hopefully, Music at Strathfield 9am helps speak the message of Jesus in a clear and exciting way.

  

global missions

Clarinda

what is the most exciting thing about Global Missions?

It's great to be part of someone else's journey in doing global missions. I get to be with them from the time they first consider going overseas, actually move overseas and return home.

 

who should be interested in Global Missions?

Everyone should be involved in Global Missions in some way. Our MAG (Missions Action Group) is involved with communicating and carrying out Global Missions related activities.

 

what part does Global Missions play in the life of Strathfield 9am?

Global Missions is part of the task of every church. In particular, our MAG (Missions Action Group) manages administrative tasks for Global Missions related activities within the wider West Sydney Chinese Christian Church. The MTEC (Missionary and Theological Education Committee) devises strategies to educate and mobilise people for Global Missions.

  

welcoming

Danny

what is the most exciting thing about Welcoming?

Getting to meet new people and making them feel welcome to the Strathfield 9am. It's also an opportunity to see people come to Christ and Christians grow in Christ.

 

who should be interested in Welcoming?

Anyone who likes to meet new people and make them feel welcome to Strathfield 9am.

 

what part does Welcoming play in the life of Strathfield 9am?

Making sure everyone feels at home. Helping newcomers settle into Strathfield 9am. Ensuring no one is standing by themselves at morning tea.

  

general affairs

Merv

what is the most exciting thing about General Affairs?

Seeing how God orchestrates so many people in putting a Sunday service together. It's a great way to serve your fellow brothers and sisters.

 

who should be interested in General Affairs?

Really anybody, anyone with decent skills in admin or organising schedules. It's kinda like the back-office of a company.

 

what part does General Affairs play in the life of Strathfield 9am?

It organises a lot of the behind the scenes duties of a service. Many will see the results but not know what goes on behind the scenes.

  

glue

friday night youth group

Jon

what is the most exciting thing about Glue?

Being able to check out Jesus and the Bible, together with all your friends!

 

who should be interested in Glue?

Everybody who is in high school - we've got you covered whether you're in year 7 or year 12!

 

what part does Glue play in the life of Strathfield 9am?

Glue looks after the high school youth at Strathfield 9am, and provides them with a relaxed, enjoyable environment where they can learn from the Bible and grow as Christians.

  

stick

sunday youth group

Betty

what is the most exciting thing about Stick?

Being able to see young people grow and learn more about Jesus! Young people are also usually alot more loaded with energy so it's fun hanging out and reading the Bible with them.

 

who should be interested in Stick?

Young people from yr7-12.

 

what part does Stick play in the life of Strathfield 9am?

The youth at church arent only part of Stick but most of them also attend Strathfield 9am! Through fellowship, talks and fun, young people can grow and learn more about God both Stick and Strathfield 9am.

  

Ladies' Fellowship

Solan

what is the most exciting thing about the Ladies' Fellowship?

Seeing the older women connect with the younger women as sisters in Jesus.

 

who should be interested in the Ladies' Fellowship?

WEWIN is for all women: from young girls to more mature folk.

 

what part does the Ladies' Fellowship play in the life of Strathfield 9am?

Women make up about half of Strathfield 9am, and we seek to speak to the particular needs and concerns of the women at Strathfield 9am.

 

  

website

Will

what is the most exciting thing about the Strathfield 9am website?

Watching the hit counter for the website tick over - people making use of the Strathfield 9am website.

 

who should be interested in the Strathfield 9am website?

Everyone should make full use of the website! We have news, sermons, pictures and rosters - something for everyone.

 

what part does the Strathfield 9am website play in the life of Strathfield 9am?

The website is a resource for communication at Strathfield 9am and provides resources like downloadable sermons.