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Oak Flats Anglican exists to glorify God by knowing, living and sharing real hope in the real Jesus, and we’re looking for someone to join our staff team as Assistant to the Senior Minister. The Assistant to the Senior Minister will have the important role of working closely with the Senior Minister in coordinating and organise the … Read more
This week in Oak Flats, someone bought a Powerball ticket that resulted in a win of $23 million. You would think that this kind of win would bring great happiness and joy to the ‘lucky’ gambler. But God tells us that the love of money will lead to sadness, not happiness: 6 But godliness with contentment … Read more
We live in a world of social change. This is not a new observation, yet it brings fresh challenges for gospel proclamation in our society, which appears to be moving further and further away from the guidelines for living which are enshrined in God’s Word. As Christians, we are at odds with the world. For … Read more
We all love a sleep in, and from this Sunday, we’re giving everyone from our morning service an extra hour’s snooze. On Sunday mornings we’re now going to meet for our all-age church service at the new time of 10am, which includes a special kids’ program, and a delicious morning tea with espresso coffee. Our Sunday … Read more
Lots of people have ideas about who Jesus is. But in May and June we’re going to hear directly from Jesus. In the fourth biography of Jesus’ life in the Bible called ‘John’, Jesus tells us about himself using the words “I am.” He talks about himself by comparing himself to things like a gate, a light, and even … Read more
Christmas is full of dreams… but so often those dreams are not met. We dream for real presents, but we end up with undies and socks; we dream about rich relationships, but we end up with conflict and awkward moments; we dream about fulfilment, but we end up empty. Everyone is dreaming of a real Christmas, … Read more
Mark 13 is talking about the most earth-shattering event in history… the brutal execution of Israel’s own Messiah, at the hands of the very people he loved. And as we carefully consider this dramatic chapter, we will see afresh how the cross of Christ is at the heart of human history… and that everything in … Read more
We are absolutely delighted to announce that Adam Hotson will be joining our ministry staff next year as our assistant minister. Adam is married to Anita, and they have three children Nicholas (7), Noah (3) and Chloe (1). Adam is in his fourth year at Moore Theological College, and has also previously trained at Youthworks … Read more
Our youth and kids’ programs are underway for Term Three and it looks like a great few months of Bible-based, Jesus-honouring programs and activities. Check out the full details of the programs on the website by visiting our Children’s Page or our Youth Page. Don’t miss out! We’ve got some great things planned for this term
Internationally-acclaimed singer-songwriter Nathan Tasker is coming back to his homeland of Australia for a tour in August… and Oak Flats Anglican are heading up to hear him and his full band perform. ‘CHAOS’, our youth group, is travelling to the concert, along with anyone else in our church who would like to hear some great … Read more