The Church of God in Sydney, Australia
The Church of God in Sydney, Australia
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| Category | Church |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Worship, Preaching the Gospel, Community Service |
| Location | Sydney, New South Wales, Australia |
| Belong to | World Mission Society Church of God |
| Website | Church of God Official Website |
The Church of God in Sydney, Australia, is situated in Sydney, New South Wales. It established a new temple in April 2016. Its official name is the World Mission Society Church of God in Sydney, Australia.
Overview
- Construction: April 2016
- Scale: Two floors above ground, a total floor area of 2023.15㎡
- Facilities: Main worship hall, fellowship hall, study rooms, multi-purpose room, cafeteria, and other activity rooms
- Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Features
Australia is the largest country in Oceania, with over 90% of its land comprising deserts and plateaus. Most major cities are concentrated along the eastern coastline, and the population exceeds 25 million.
Due to its vast territory, Australia features diverse climates and natural environments, including tropical rainforests, plains, and rocky deserts. Australia’s unique and diverse natural environments have been acknowledged for their significance, leading to the designation of 66 wetlands as protected areas under the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands as of April 2022.[1] Additionally, 12 regions have been recognized as UNESCO Natural Heritage Sites, while 4 regions have been designated as UNESCO Mixed Heritage Sites.[2]
The Church of God in Sydney, initially established as a house church in the early 2000s, has experienced rapid growth and constructed a church building in April 2016. Sydney, the largest city in Australia, is home to approximately one-fourth of the country’s population. Notable landmarks include the Sydney Opera House, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2007, the Sydney Harbour Bridge, which is the fourth-longest arch bridge in the world, and the expansive Sydney Harbour National Park, covering 3.92 million square meters.
The Church of God in Sydney is dedicated to caring for the local community and fostering a healthy environment while practicing the teachings of God Elohim. Amid the serious issues of desertification and large-scale wildfires caused by climate change across Australia,[3] church members are diligently working to restore the environment and create a pleasant community. They regularly clean parks and roads while conducting environmental awareness campaigns.[4][5] In January 2018, they launched the “Mother’s Street” project in collaboration with members of the Korean ASEZ members who visited Sydney.[6] The church participated in the Australian government’s forest protection program, contributing to climate change mitigation by removing weeds and planting seedlings.[7]
In accordance with the Bible’s teaching,[8] “Love your neighbor as yourself,” the church actively engages in activities that benefit the local community. In December 2012, proceeds from a charity event were allocated to support sports facilities and equipment for local youth centers.[9] Furthermore, in April 2015, the church provided essential supplies to victims of a cyclone in the Hunter-Wallarong area, assisting in their recovery efforts.[10] The church also organizes blood drives in collaboration with local blood banks to assist patients in need of blood transfusion.[11][12] In September 2016, a family invitation event was held at the church, during which members showcased performances such as music and choral singing, creating moments of joy and happiness for their neighbors and families.[13]
Recognized for its exemplary contributions to society and communities, the Church of God in Sydney has received awards from various organizations and institutions. On July 15, 2016, the church, in collaboration with the Church of God in Melbourne, was awarded the Sustainable Cities Award by the Australian environmental organization, the Keep Victoria Beautiful (KVB), which is the Victoria branch of the Keep Australia Beautiful (KAB).
At the award ceremony, former Member of Parliament Kelvin Thompson commended the Church of God for its systematic environmental protection activities conducted in collaboration with the city council, public offices, and schools, stating, “This award is well-deserved.”[14] Additionally, the Church of God in Sydney has received certificates of appreciation and commendation from the Mayor of Blacktown,[15] the Chair of Auburn City Council,[16] and the Attorney General of New South Wales.
See also
- The Church of God in Oceania
- The Church of God in Melbourne, Australia
- The Church of God in Cairns, Australia
- The Church of God in Perth, Australia
External links
References
- ↑ Australia, Ramsar
- ↑ Australia, UNESCO
- ↑ Yes, climate change is bringing bushfires more often. But some ecosystems in Australia are suffering the most, The Conversation, Simon Mossman, August 17, 2023
- ↑ The 4150th Worldwide Cleanup Campaign, Mother’s Street, Canberra, and Wollongong, World Mission Society Church of God Oceania, November 26, 2017
- ↑ The 3237th Worldwide Cleanup Campaign Blacktown city, World Mission Society Church of God Australia, September 11, 2016
- ↑ Mother's Street Cleanup Movement with ASEZ, NSW, World Mission Society Church of God Australia, January 28, 2018
- ↑ The 3787th Worldwide Cleanup Campaing, Blacktown Bush Care, Sydney, World Mission Society Church of God Australia, May 21, 2017
- ↑ "Matthew 22:39–40".
- ↑ Supporting the Dreams of Youth, WATV News, December 23, 2012
- ↑ Disaster Relief for Biggest Storm in the Century, Wallalong, NSW, World Mission Society Church of God Australia, April 26, 2016
- ↑ The 877th Worldwide Blood drive on 18 April 2018 Sydney, World Mission Society Church of God Australia, April 18, 2018
- ↑ The 712th Worldwide Blood Drive, World Mission Society Church of God, Sydney, World Mission Society Church of God Australia, April 20, 2017
- ↑ Sabbath Family Event the Church of God, World Mission Society Church of God Australia, September 10, 2016
- ↑ Church of God, Wins 'KVB Environmental Award' in Australia, WATV News, July 15, 2016
- ↑ Letter of Appreciation from Mayor of Blacktown City, WATV Awards, August 10, 2017
- ↑ Certificate of Appreciation from Auburn City Council, WATV Awards, February 2, 2012