Below are a range of in-person groups, of varying sizes, timeframes, and focuses — designed to help you connect and encourage each other and nurture your faith. The programs are held at Smithfield Church unless otherwise stated.
Families
FAMILY CAMP: For one weekend a year, we go away (often with other Christians) to enjoy fellowship and teaching from God’s Word
COMMUNITY PLAYGROUP WITH MUMS AND TODDLERS: Every Friday at 9:30-11:30am (in School Term)
Mixed Adult Groups
WEEKLY BIBLE STUDIES: (includes prayer meeting): Tuesday & Wednesday 7.30pm (in School Term). Meet Tuesday at Church or a location in Prestons, Wednesday at Church or Tom & Shamira’s home
ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL: Covering Christian beliefs and history – Sunday 9-10am
FELLOWSHIP LUNCH: On the 2nd Sunday of each month after the Morning Service
Men
MEN’S BOOK CLUB: Study a Christian text to a deadline and then meet to discuss the contents and implications on your life. We typically have a BBQ. Meet every 2nd month on the last Friday of the month
MEN’S BREAKFAST: At these quarterly breakfasts we enjoy a good meal, each other’s company and hear a message that practically applies the Bible’s teaching to issues that concern men
Women
CRAFTERNOON: Bring your own craft material – be creative and see what eventuates! Afternoon Tea provided. Last Saturday on every month at 1-3pm
WOMEN’S BOOK CLUB: Get together to review progress on their selected Christian text. Meets 7:30pm at Shamaria’s home on the 2nd Thursday of every month
LADIES’ BREAKFASTS: At these quarterly breakfasts we enjoy a good meal, each other’s company and hear a message that practically applies the Bible’s teaching to issues that concern women
Youth
YOUTH GROUP: Meet, have fun, play games and enjoy Gods word. 3rd Saturday of every month 4:30—6:30pm
Children
SUNDAY SCHOOL: Age appropriate Sunday School is run between 9am-10am :
- pre-k and kindergarten
- Years 1-2
- Years 3-4
- Years 5-7
HOMEWORK CLUB: Enjoy Snacks, Games and Homework. Every Monday during School Term, 3-4:30pm