It’s always difficult to communicate what a church is really about in just a few sentences. But we believe that the church isn’t a building – it’s people.
That is why we want to see lives changed – not just services attended.
Whether you are wrestling with big questions about faith, or just plain curious if there is more to life than the daily grind, we’d love to connect with you.
Whether it’s your first time or your hundredth time joining us, we want you to feel part of the church family from the moment you walk through the door.
While we hope you will always experience a warm and genuine welcome at our Sunday services, there are many other ways to connect into the life of the church.
Here are some of the ways you can get involved and become part of our church family:
Sunday Service
A typical Sunday gathering is made up of a wide and diverse mix of people from all backgrounds, ages, and walks of life.
It is more than just a worship service; it is a community where you will find friendship, encouragement, and purpose.
Children: Jesus spoke of how important children are within the family of God, and we believe they have so much to offer. During the main service, children meet separately to learn about Jesus in a way that is tailored just for them.
(And yes, there’s always a cuppa and a biscuit for the adults!)
Home Groups
If Crabtree Church is your home, we would love for you to be part of a small home group. While our Sunday mornings are a great way to meet, we believe the heart of church life happens when we get to know each other more personally.
Home groups are a simple way to connect with others and grow in faith.
In a smaller, more relaxed setting, there is space for real conversation, shared prayer, and time in the Bible. These gatherings make it easier to reach beyond a Sunday service, building genuine friendships along the way.
If you would like to join one of our home groups, please email Pastor Fari at [email protected]
Eating Together
We believe that fellowship around the table is a vital expression of Christian community.
In Scripture, we see that the early church not only worshipped together but also “broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts” (Acts 2:46). There is something deeply spiritual about sharing a meal; it creates space for encouragement, connection, and genuine relationship.
To nurture this kind of fellowship, we host ‘Bring and Share’ lunches each quarter, immediately after the Sunday service. Everyone is welcome to come along, whether you bring a dish or simply bring yourself, and enjoy a time of food, laughter, and meaningful conversation.
We also gather for a monthly Saturday breakfast, where we share a hearty cooked meal alongside uplifting and engaging conversation. These mornings are a wonderful opportunity to build friendships, strengthen community.
Whether you are new or have been with us for years, there is always a place for you at the table!
Prayer
Prayer is central to our life as a church; it is how we seek God, align our hearts with His will, and stand together in faith. As Scripture reminds us, “My house will be called a house of prayer” (Matthew 21:13), and again, “they all joined together constantly in prayer” (Acts 1:14).
We gather regularly for corporate prayer, setting aside intentional time to seek the Lord together. These gatherings alternate between Days of Prayer, where members can come into the prayer room at any time over a 24-hour period, and group prayer meetings, where we meet collectively to pray in unity.
These are opportunities to intercede, give thanks, and hear the voice of God. As we come together, we live out the call that “if my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray… then I will hear from heaven” (2 Chronicles 7:14).
Business Meetings
We believe that wise stewardship and shared discernment are vital to the health of the church. Scripture reminds us that “plans succeed through many advisers” (Proverbs 20:18), and that all things are to be done “decently and in order” (1 Corinthians 14:40).
Once each quarter, we gather for a Church Business Meeting as a church family, seeking the Lord together as we reflect on how we are living out our vision. During these times, we review our finances, care for the practical needs of our building, and hear updates from the missionaries we support.
More than administration, these meetings are an opportunity for prayerful participation and collective discernment. Together, we seek wisdom, pursue unity, and listen for God’s direction as we step forward in faith. As it is written, “we, though many, are one body” (Romans 12:5), and each voice plays a part in shaping our shared future.
Missions
We are committed to a holistic view of mission: staying true to the call of sharing the Gospel while actively caring for the practical needs of those who are struggling.
We do not just love the idea of mission; we seek to faithfully participate in it, believing that faith and action go hand-in-hand. That is why we support a number of missionaries and mission organisations through prayer and financial giving.
Because of the sensitive nature of some of the work our partners do in various parts of the world, we do not publish specific details or locations online.
Want to learn more? If you would like to find out more about who we support or how you can get involved in praying for our mission partners, please come and chat with one of the leadership team on a Sunday morning.