Messy Church
About Messy Church:
Messy Church is church, not a kids’ club or bible study. Each monthly Messy Church session is Christ-centred and appropriate for all ages. There is a strong emphasis on hospitality, from the mailed invitation, the welcome at the door, crafts and games based on the theme, a shared worship time concluding with a sit-down evening meal. The celebration is an invitation to worship through song, prayers and story. Creativity in many forms is encouraged, nurtured and explored by people of all ages, together.
What happens at Messy Church:
A typical Messy Church has these elements:
- a joyful welcome
- creative exploration of a Bible story or theme through many varied experiences for people of different learning styles
- children and adults are not separated and are encouraged to explore the story or theme together
- a short celebration follows the activity time. It usually consists of story, song and prayer
- the sharing of a delicious home-cooked meal. Dietary requirements are catered for
The Messy Church format encourages strong relationship building which in turn supports the faith development of all who attend.
What happens during the rest of the month:
In addition to Messy Church sessions, North Ringwood Uniting hosts
- Messy Gatherings – relaxed, informal and fun get-togethers
- Messy Chatter – small discussion groups considering life and faith (child minding included)
Who’s it for:
North Ringwood Uniting Messy Church is for all ages and all stages of faith. The sessions are designed to welcome, encourage, stimulate and challenge all in attendance. The strengthening of relationships within the congregation is enhanced through close interaction at every stage.
Dates in 2021:
The Covid-19 worldwide pandemic has significantly impacted all communities, and the intimate, joyful style of Messy Church sessions is certainly no exception. The following have been planned for 2021
Messy Church Session Dates:
- February 27th
- March 27th
- April 17th
- May 22nd
- June 19th
- July 24th
- August 21st
- September 11th
- October 16th (camp)
- November 13th
- December 11th
Messy Gatherings
- June 5th – TBA
- October 15th-17th – Messy Camp
Merry and Derek Sweatman
Messy Church Coordinators
Please contact us for further information and a big welcome to our community
Merry Sweatman: 0403 242 135
Derek Sweatman: 0403 389 585
Email: messychurch@nruc.org.au
Address
14 Dickson Cres, Ringwood North
Call Us
(03) 9876 5625
Office Hours: Mon-Thus, 9:00AM-1:00PM
Email Us
office@nruc.org.au