Do you know what the life-expectancy is in Australia today ? Australian's are living longer, but why ?

Our guest speaker for the April breakfast will be Dennis Shanks and the topic of his talk will be "Life Expectancy in Australia" As we have experienced in the past, this talk will be both interesting and informative.

Our Men's Breakfasts are held every two months on the first Saturday of the month starting at 7am in the hall at Emmanuel Uniting Church, 92 Laurel St Enoggera. The cost is $10, $5 for juniors and free for first-time attendees. Please pay on the day either with cash or by eftpos.

RSVP is essential for catering purposes by Thursday 3rd April.

Please register via our form here

On the weekend of Apr 25- 27, Emmanuel Uniting Church will be gathering for our annual church camp. It’s a three day / two-night church camp at Glengarry Education Centre (owned and operated by Boys’ Brigade Queensland).

Our Camp Theme: Growing in Community. This camp will continue to push us into our next season of growth. We will be looking at how we engage as and with the community, through times of worship, faith and fun activities. We will prioritize time together in community, giving plenty of opportunity for us to engage with each other in things we normally do as a church – like family games, worship and enjoying the outdoors together.

This will be an intentional time for us to withdraw from our normal routine and spend time with each other, learning and growing together. We will spend time together, seeking to understand how communities grow and what shape this should take, and then doing that—building relationships with each other and enjoying something of God’s good creation. Our camp location will be familiar to many of our Brigades families, (and for those who joined us last year), as we utilize the Boys Brigade site, Camp Glengarry https://bbqld.org.au/glengarry-education-centre/

You can choose to stay in a cabin or bring your own tent, camper, or caravan and camp onsite.

Accommodation costs are set at:

Adult in their tent, camper, or caravan $25 night

Child (under 18) in own tent, camper, or caravan $20 per night

Adult in Cabin $32 night

Child (under 18) in Cabin $27 per night

What about Food?

Feedback after ECC24 (Emmanuel Church Camp, because we love an acronym at Emmanuel) was that while we were sharing our hearts and our faith, sharing our meals would be the natural thing to do. We are delighted to announce that at ECC25 we will be eating family-style and running the camp as a catered event.

How will the catering work?

We are pulling together a team who will coordinate and prepare the menu. Many hands make light work so if you would like to be a part, please let us know. If committees aren’t your thing, that’s cool, there will be plenty of opportunities to help with prepping, cooking, serving, and cleaning up once we are at camp.

We will also be calling for contributions for morning/afternoon teas and supper. So if you bake a mean banana bread or a banging cheese platter, we would love to hear from you.

I have dietaries, will you cater for me?

We want to include everyone so please let us know what’s in and out for you. Obviously, the more notice we have the better we can accommodate everyone.

Is there a cost for catering?

This effort is going to be pulled together by a group of volunteers, and we don’t have a restauranteur or caterer amongst us. Bearing in mind the cost-of-living pressures and that costs quickly build up if you have 5 family members attending, we think we can deliver this for $25 per adult. If there is any money left in the kitty at the end, it will go towards Sunday morning teas after worship.

My kids don’t eat very much, is there a discount?

Primary school kids will be charged $15 per (small) person.

I really want to come to Camp but I can’t afford the catering expenses.

Not a problem. We want to welcome everyone. If this is you, please contribute what you can. On the flip side of that, if you can contribute more, then it would be very welcome – every little helps!

So, what’s going to be included:

These are the meals that we will be covering and an indication of what might be served (none of the menu items are locked in yet, so please don’t be too saddened if spaghetti bolognaise suddenly becomes sausages and jacket potatoes).

Friday 25th April

Afternoon Tea Baked goods, Fruit, Tea/Coffee/Milo/Cordial

Dinner Curry, Rice and flatbread, Apple crumble and custard

Supper Baked goods, Fruit, Tea/Coffee/Milo/Cordial

Saturday 26th April

Breakfast Cereal & Toast, Pancakes and Bacon, Juice/Tea/Coffee/Milo

Morning Tea Baked goods, Fruit, Tea/Coffee/Milo/Cordial

Lunch Pumpkin Soup, Toasties, Salad, Tea/Coffee/Milo/Cordial

Afternoon Tea Baked goods, Fruit, Tea/Coffee/Milo/Cordial

Dinner Spaghetti Bolognaise and Garlic Bread, Lemon pudding and cream

Sunday 27th April

Breakfast Cereal & Toast, Juice/Tea/Coffee/Milo

Morning Tea Baked goods, Fruit, Tea/Coffee/Milo/Cordial

Lunch Salad, Cold meats, Sandwiches and Wraps, Tea/Coffee/Milo/Cordial

Thanks, but no thanks.

We get that this might not be everyone’s bag. Perhaps because your dietaries are super strict or perhaps you have a family member who only likes to eat purple food. Although we have decided to restrict food prep in the main kitchen to the catered food only, we will set up a separate kitchen space where you can access a microwave, sandwich press, toaster, and hot water. Fridges, freezers, china, cutlery, and glassware are also available for your use. Tea, coffee, morning/afternoon tea, and supper will also be available for everyone. Please let us know if you will be self-catering so that we can plan and accommodate this accordingly.

I don’t do camping but I want to participate…

You could come and stay in the onsite cabins or just visit for any part of the camp. The Saturday will have the most content, but you could come for any time you like during the week. Day visitors can choose to opt in for the group catering for $10 an adult and $5 a child.

What next?

1. To register and let us know about your dietary requirements, please complete the details in the registration form giving as much detail as possible.

2. To pay for your accommodation and catering, pay via direct debit or credit card. All payment details are at https://emmanueluca.org.au/payments Note: Use your last name and CHURCHCAMP25.

3. If you would like to help with catering,please sign up to volunteer here or reach out to Michelle

4.To let us know that a catered event is not your thing, reach out to Michelle or Jess.

6.Pack up your stuff and meet us there! Packing list available here

Join us for Easter 2025 as we reflect on God’s ongoing story of renewal for the whole of creation, and how our story weaves and intertwines with God’s story. Over seven

weeks, we will journey with people from past generations and hear stories of how God renewed their lives through transforming encounters, forgiveness, reconciliation,

and faithfulness. As we hear and reflect on the stories of others, we will also reflect on how God is renewing our lives, and our Church, and what God is calling us to do in the

renewal process.

The 2 attached documents contain resources, including recipes, videos, prayers, and stories, to help your family explore scripture, themes, and special days of Easter at home.

Join us for Lent 2025 as we reflect on God’s ongoing story of renewal for the whole of creation, and how our story weaves and intertwines with God’s story. Over seven

weeks, we will journey with people from past generations and hear stories of how God renewed their lives through transforming encounters, forgiveness, reconciliation,

and faithfulness. As we hear and reflect on the stories of others, we will also reflect on how God is renewing our lives, and our Church, and what God is calling us to do in the

renewal process.

The 2 attached documents contain resources, including recipes, videos, prayers, and stories, to help your family explore scripture, themes, and special days of Lent at home.

Join us for Lent 2025 as we reflect on God’s ongoing story of renewal for the whole of creation, and how our story weaves and intertwines with God’s story. Over seven

weeks, we will journey with people from past generations and hear stories of how God renewed their lives through transforming encounters, forgiveness, reconciliation,

and faithfulness. As we hear and reflect on the stories of others, we will also reflect on how God is renewing our lives, and our Church, and what God is calling us to do in the

renewal process.

The 2 attached documents contain resources, including recipes, videos, prayers, and stories, to help your family explore scripture, themes, and special days of Lent at home.

Emmanuel Playgroup offers a safe place for children 0-5 to play and develop social skills with their peers and other children and adults. It is a great place to make new friends, learn new things, and become part of a community. We welcome all young children and their carers including stay-at-home, work-from-home, and work outside the home; mums, dads, grandparents, and nannies.

We meet each Friday during school terms at 9:30 - 11:30am. Each week we have a different theme and activities to engage children. A large range of toys helps provide new experiences every week.

Cost: gold coin donation per child, per session. Bring your own food and drink.

Before attending Playgroup, all participants including children and adults MUST complete an online enrolment form here

Girls' Brigade is great for primary and high school-aged girls looking for fun and friendship in a safe and supported environment.

We meet Thursday nights during school terms at Emmanuel Uniting Church

Prep - Grade 2 (Cadets) 6pm - 7:30pm

Grade 3-5 (Juniors) 6pm - 8pm

Grade 6-8 (Seniors) 6pm - 8pm

Grade 9-11 (Pioneers) 6pm - 8pm

All girls have the opportunity to earn awards and participate in leadership development appropriate to their age in smaller groups:

Girls' Brigade empowers girls and young women to be themselves, to develop and use their gifts and skills, and to discover what it means to have life to the full in their generation. Our weekly program includes a wide range of activities that supports the spiritual, physical, and emotional growth of girls and is committed to the values of:

- Living: We live our lives with God at the centre. Our relationships are centred on Him and rely on His word and direction.

- Community: We promote a sense of Community and belonging within Companies

- Partnering: We partner with churches to reach local communities with the good news of Jesus Christ

- Uniqueness: We accept the uniqueness of each girl & leader, using our individual talents to serve others as we grow

- Safety: We require safety for all girls and leaders

- Fun: We have fun in everything we do!

We would love to welcome you to Girls' Brigade soon.

Before attending Girls' Brigade, all participants including children and adults MUST complete an online enrolment form here, and must check-in every week.

Boys' Brigade provides Fun, Challenge and Adventure for boys aged 5-18 years

We meet Wednesday nights during school terms at Emmanuel Uniting Church

5-7 years (Anchors) 6:30pm-8pm

8-11 years (Juniors) 6:30pm-8pm

12-18 years (Seniors) 6:30pm-8:30pm

We offer a weekly program that challenges Boys spiritually, physically, socially, and educationally. Our focus is on friendships, leadership, the self-discipline needed to achieve excellence, and understanding the Christian faith. All Boys have the opportunity to earn awards, badges, and participate in leadership training, working towards their Queen's badge (the highest award a boy can receive).

Our company also participates in other activities such as camping and inter-company competitions.

We would love to welcome you to Boys' Brigade soon.

Before attending Boys' Brigade, all participants including children and adults MUST complete an online enrolment form here, and must check-in every week.

Sunday School runs during school terms within our 9:30am Sunday Service and provides a time where children aged 3 - 12 can share in fun, faith, friendships, and learn about Jesus.

Our leaders provide a range of varying experiences to help children draw closer to God through music, bible teaching, prayer, games, and creative activities. All our leaders are safe-ministry trained and screened, and will love your kids almost as much as you do.

All children aged 3 - 12 are welcome and meet as one group in the Church Hall. A range of activities including games, craft, challenges, and small group time are provided to enhance age- and developmental- appropriate learning and connection for all.

Children will start each service in the church auditorium with the congregation for songs, prayers, videos, communion, and announcements and will move to the hall with their leaders when advised. In 2025 we will continue to follow the same readings and themes as Sunday Worship, learning more about the heart of God, and how to follow him.

Before you or your family attend Sunday School you MUST complete an online enrolment form here

We are also still encouraging households to continue with Faith at Home practices whether they attend weekly Worship and Sunday School or not. Dig in at Home resources that match and complement worship and Sunday School are available at www.emmanueluca.org.au/dig-in-at-home

Community Helping Hand is one way we can connect with our local Community by offering Help, using our Hands and Hearts.

What we offer is not fancy gourmet food, but basic things: baked beans, rice, noodles, milk, tea bags, toothpaste, etc.

COMMUNITY HELPING HAND HOURS ARE

THURSDAY 9am - 12 noon only.

This is an emergency service only.

Due to the current Coronavirus, COVID-19 pandemic Community Helping Hand has had to reduce it's service hours and had to put other guidelines in place to try and keep everyone safe. We ask that if you are unwell that you do not come for a face to face consultation and call and we will try to deliver to you if we can. (this is will depend on volunteer capacity)

YDG is happening in 2025! We will be recommencing Sun February the second.

It's a not just a group - it's about who we are as young people - doing the journey of figuring out what it means for us to follow Jesus as we navigate the highs and lows of highschool, first jobs, sporting triumphs and snapchat.

We get together fortnightly on a Sunday from 5-7pm, in our natural environment (the couch :D ) where we dinner and chat about life ... this is often preceded by uno no mercy, gagaball, or nine square... and yeah we do some bible digging that often leads to many, many questions about who wrote what , and why, and how do we apply this in the world of Travis Scott... tiktok. Occasionally this breaks out in dramatic form (we do love our re-enactments) or sleepovers (movies don't watch themselves you know)...

So if you're entering into middle school, highschool or feel called to disciple those who are figuring themselves out... complete an enrolment form here.

For further information about Youth Discipleship - ask Jesse.

Calling all junior budding lego creators, enthusiasts and casual builders.

Emmanuel UCA is excited to welcome you to Lego Club, every second Friday afterschool during term RECOMMENCING FRI 31 Jan 2025

Primary and middle school aged participants (prep - gr 9) are invited to come and discover, fun, friendship and faith -Seniors will be invited to assist lead and mum's and dad's are welcome to hang out around our cafe / lounge too.

Drinks and nibblies are available to our participants too - come straight after school has finished and join us!

This is a ticketed event with limited numbers. Registration for the participants (children aged 5 - 18) is essential. Adults do not need to register.

All participants and leaders must complete an enrollment form herebefore attending.

We'd love to see you there!

Please be aware of the following safety information:

- Participants will be invited to engage with lego to create and play. Lego pieces are small and present a choking hazard for children 3y.o. and under. Therefore infants and toddlers (3 and under) are not permitted in the hall for the duration of the event. They are welcome to remain under parents direct supervision in the foyer or in the outside grassed area.

- Lego assembly requires finger dexterity. If your child has special needs, please let us know so that we can provide appropriate assistance.

- Lego supplied by Emmanuel UCA remains the property of Emmanuel UCA and is not to be taken home. If your child brings their own lego from home, they do so at their own risk and no responsibility is taken to any loss or damage of your child's lego.

- Our normal sign in and sign out process will be required for all participants in Lego Club. For those participants who are signed in, they are to remain in the hall (or traverse directly to and from the toilets) for the duration of the event. Please do not leave the event without signing your children out.

- If your child becomes sick, please do not attend the event.

- Limited parking will be available in the church carpark. On-street parking will be available in Laurel St and South Pine Road.

We look forward to welcoming you to Lego Club

An Explore Group is an intentional gathering of people who meet to study the bible and apply it to their daily lives and to pray for and support each other. As expressed in Acts 2:42 – 47, Explore Groups meet to develop authentic Christian Community. Explore Groups meet weekly or fortnightly.

Each Explore Group is unique. Each group will have a time of bible study and discussion, where the passage being studied is understood and applied in our contemporary setting. In addition there will be a time of prayer. There may also be times of sharing and eating. Each Explore Group works out together how they will spend their time.

If would like to join one of these Explore Groups and would like to know more information please contact the church office and we will get the group leader to give you a call.

Current Explore Groups

Women's Explore Groups

Women’s Bible Study

Mon 12.30pm

Bible Babes

Mon 7:30pm

Thursday Night @ Emmanuel

Thurs 6:30pm

Men's Explore Groups

Thursday night

(mixed mode / zoom) @ 7:30pm

Mixed Adult Explore Groups

Wednesday Morning

Wed 9:15am

Bunnies Explore Group

Tues 2:00pm

Wednesday Wonderers

Fortnightly Thurs 7:00pm

Thursday Thinkers

Thurs 1:00pm

If none of these times suit please also contact us there may be other like minded people and we can start a new group.

Uniting Early Learning Enoggera is a small and nurturing child care and kindergarten with mixed age, family style groupings of 2-5 year olds. We accommodate up to 27 children daily at our Enoggera centre on the north side of Brisbane.

Our diverse team of experienced and qualified educators are dedicated to giving your child the best educational start in life. They provide an inclusive, play-based, nature-based environment; encourage a sense of wonder and adventure; and create an understanding of lived Christian values. Here, children learn the meaning of love, forgiveness, respect, service to others, equality, inclusiveness and care for the environment – ideals, important to healthy friendships, families and society.

Book a tour of our centre now!