Church is more than something we attend on Sundays. It’s a community where people build friendships, grow in faith, and support one another in everyday life.
Whether you are brand new or have been visiting for a while, there are many ways to get connected at Sumner-Redcliffs Anglican Church. Some people begin by attending a gathering during the week, others join a small group, and some simply start by coming along to a social event or meeting a few people over coffee.
Wherever you are starting from, there is a place for you here.
For many people, Sunday is the first step into church life. Our weekly gatherings are relaxed, welcoming, and open to everyone.
We have a variety of services meeting throughout the week, and on Sundays, which cater for various ages and stages. Visit our ‘Worship Times & Locations’ page to find out more.
Regardless of what service you pop along to, if you are new please do introduce yourself to someone on the team or grab one of our welcome packs! These include helpful information about the church and ways you can get involved.
Kids are also very much part of our church family, with programmes available during our 1030am service and a creche area at our Redcliffs services.
Sometimes the easiest way to get connected is simply to meet people in a relaxed setting. We regularly host a number of social spaces where people can connect with others and build relationships. These include:
Held weekly, Create & Connect is friendly creative space where people gather to make things together while enjoying good conversation. Visit our ‘Social Gatherings’ page for more information.
Held monthly, Club Redcliffs is a monthly social gathering at the Redcliffs RSA. This is a great relaxed space to meet new people and enjoy a brew. Visit our ‘Social Gatherings’ page for more information.
In 2025 we re-introduced our church camp and it was so much fun we’ve decided to do it again! This year’s camp has been postponed to October. Visit our ‘Social Gatherings’ page for more information.
Families are a big part of our church community, and there are several opportunities during the week for children, young people, and parents to connect.
These include:
Visit ‘Kids & Families During the Week’ or our ‘Youth Group’ page for more information.
One of the best ways to truly belong in a church community is through a smaller group of people who meet regularly for prayer, Bible study, and great coffee. We have a number of groups meeting across the Sumner-bays area (and beyond!).
Joining a home group not only deepens our relationships with others but also with God. If you’re interested in knowing more visit our ‘Home Groups’ page for more information.
If you would like to explore the Christian faith or go deeper in your relationship with God, we offer several pathways.
A relaxed course where people can explore the big questions of life and faith in a safe and open environment. Visit our ‘Alpha’ page for more information.
These are weekly, high-commitment, small groups focused on spiritual growth, prayer, and learning to follow Jesus in everyday life. Visit our ‘Discipleship Groups’ page for more information.
Several times each year we host “New Here” gatherings where those who are new or exploring the church can meet some of the leadership team and others in the church community.
These informal afternoons are a great chance to hear a little more about the church, ask questions, and learn about the different ways people get connected. Contact a staff member if you’d like to know more or attend the next gathering!
There are a few simple ways to stay connected and keep up with what is happening in the life of the church.
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SumRed Connect is our church app available on both Android & IOS that helps connect you into life beyond a Sunday at church. We’ve been working on it for a little while now and are stoked to be able to make it more widely available. Through SumRed Connect you’ll be able to stay up to date with everything going on at church, access our podcasts and Bible study materials based on Sunday’s sermon and so much more. In fact, features include:
To download simply search for SumRed Connect in your app store or contact the office for help. Make sure you allow push alerts so you don’t miss important announcements.
Stay in touch with events, photos, and stories from church life. You can find us on Facebook and Instagram.