Become Involved
A church for every day of the week
We are so much more than a church that meets on Sunday (though we love this too!). During the week we gather to share our lives, our gifts and our love of Jesus with each other. There is something for everyone! Scroll down to view all the ways you can get involved.
Small Groups
Small groups are the lifeblood of our community. It is where friendships grow and our faith deepens.
Tuesday 2pm - Mixed Group
Led by Michael we look at God’s word and encourage each other on our walk. This is where we grow in faith - through deep friendships, the Word, discussion and prayer. All welcome!
Tuesday 7.30pm - Mixed Group
We meet to encourage each other and grow in our knowledge and love of the Lord, led by Michael we are a robust and lively group with lots of discussion and supper. Come and listen or join in!
Wednesday 7pm - Women’s Group
We meet to encourage each other and grow in our knowledge and love of the Lord, often reading a Christian book together. We would love you to join us!
CAMEO Thursdays 10:30am at Pepperfield
CAMEO stands for Come And Meet Each Other, and offers an opportunity for all older people associated with Bowral Mittagong Uniting Church to enjoy a chat over coffee.
Food & Fellowship
Wednesday 12-1pm in the Gallery at Bowral
Every Wednesday we eat together at our Community Lunch. It is held in the gallery, is free and open to anyone who would like to come, be fed and enjoy the company of others.
We have laundry and shower facilities for anyone who needs it, as well as a friendly face and a kind word and the love of Jesus along the way. Come, and we will feed you or come help us care for others - or both! You can turn up at Bowral (find us here) or call us first, whichever you prefer.
Our Fabulous Fair Days.
We have been blessed with an industrious bunch here at Bowral Mittagong Uniting! Periodically throughout the year we hold fair days. Follow us on Facebook for announcements or better still come join us and be a part of the fun and fellowship we find in putting our Fair Days together.
Christmas fair… Saturday 14 December 8am.
Mittagong Pantry Days
Mondays 9.30am-11am at Mittagong
We provide free fresh food and pantry items for anyone who needs it each Monday at Mittagong, and Tuesday and Wednesday mornings at Bowral (see below for Bowral Pantry Day details).
Everyone is welcome!
You can just turn up (find us here), contact us to find out more or volunteer!
Bowral Pantry Days
Tues and Wed 10-1pm at Bowral
We provide free fresh food and pantry items for anyone who needs it each Monday at Mittagong, and Tuesday and Wednesday mornings at Bowral (see above for Mittagong Pantry Day details)
Everyone is welcome!
You can just turn up (find us here), contact us to find out more or volunteer.
Community Laundry & Bathroom
We have a free, dedicated, freshly built Laundry and Bathroom for anyone who needs it.
It is open to all, NB new opening days/ times:
Tuesdays and Wednesdays 9 am- 12 noon.
Contact us to Volunteer or simply come along and use them as you need.
Pieces & Yarn
Tuesdays 9am at Bowral in the Gallery
Pieces & Yarn is a knitting group that meets on Tuesday mornings in the lovely north facing gallery from 9am-12.30pm. All are welcome whatever your skill level! It’s a great place to learn new skills and make new friends. Pieces and Yarn have been a supporter for many years of the ‘Wrap with Love’ project. Every Tuesday members can be seen knitted squares that are then turned into warm and colorful quilts. For more info about the Wrap with Love program go to http://www.wrapwithlove.org/ or just come along!
Playgroup - UnitingKids
Tuesdays 9:30-11:30 Bowral Church Hall
UnitingKids is a play group for all children 0-5 and their parents or carers. We meet on Tuesday mornings from 9.30-11.30am in the church hall.
It is a fun and relaxed environment where all the children enjoy free time to play, as well as craft activities, music and story time.
All are welcome! Come and join the fun! If you would like more information please contact the Family Ministry Worker, Tammy Handley or look us up on facebook.
September is a fun month for playgroup with the opportunity to come along to the BMUC annual Spring Fair on Saturday 21st, 8am- 1pm. The children’s outdoor play area will be buzzing with kids activities, enjoy the Bluey jumping castle, outdoor play, make your own take home items and much more! (See the news and events page for fair details)
Then on the final Tuesday of term, 24th September, we’re going on a bear hunt… and celebrating spring with a teddy bear’s picnic! Bring along your favourite teddy, a hat, and a plate of food to share. Be in touch for more info.
Uniting Families 4 Faith & Fun-Kids group
Wednesdays 3:30pm in the Church Hall
This is a space for primary aged kids to come together to have fun, build friendships, and explore what faith is all about. We meet after school each Wednesday during term time. All children from kindergarten – year six are welcome. Each week, there are fun and crazy games, activities, learning, and a delicious afternoon tea.
Dinner to follow twice a term for the whole family!
Uniting Families 4
Faith & Fun:
celebrating God’s good creation
The Uniting Families 4 Faith & Fun Wednesday afternoon group (see info above) during October are making some artistic photographic imagery of God’s good creation, which will be on display at the half term dinner on 13th November at 5pm. All primary school aged children welcome to be part of the fun!
SRE
Special Religious Education (SRE) is taught in NSW Public schools by trained SRE teachers, classes are engaging, that encourages students to explore the basics of the Christian faith from the Bible.
Teaching SRE in Local Schools
Rev Michael Earl and Family Ministry Worker Tammy Handley teach combined Christian classes at Bowral, Kangaloon, and Glenquarry Public Schools. The SRE team they are part of come from various local churches, using a CEP Connect curriculum.
Also known as Scripture, or school scripture, SRE has been supported by BMUC for many years across the Highlands, with members teaching at many schools. SRE has been a part of NSW schooling since 1849.
Grey Gardeners
2pm Thursdays at the Hoogland’s home
The young at heart, enthusiastic, members of Grey Gardeners meet as a group on Thursday’s to grow and tend to plants preparing them for sale at BMUC fairs. They also enjoy tending to the gardens surrounding the church and carpark at Bowral worship centre, along with other church member volunteers. A cuppa, some yummy afternoon tea and great conversation is enjoyed by all. To find out more about the group, or you’d like to join, get in touch by going to our contact page, or select the join us button below.
Uniting Voices
We are very blessed to have a wonderful number of singers of all abilities at Uniting Bowral! Our choir practices on Monday evenings in the church and regualrly sings in our 9am service at Bowral. We are always welcoming and if you would like to sing please speak with Kerith Fowles using the Contact Us button below.
Bellringing
If you are in Bowral on a Friday evening you can hear our magnificent bell ringers practicing, or before our service on a Sunday morning at 9am.
We would love you to join this team too!
Outback Ministry Support
We have an active group of volunteers that head up BMUC’s partnership with various outback ministry areas.
During 2024 the group has coordinated a collection of donations for the Flying padre (learn more: https://bhpatrol.wixsite.com/bhpatrol) which included many knitted items.
In conjunction with the Social Responsibility group they have also formed a new partnership with the Alice Springs Uniting Church and the St Philips College in Alice Springs this year.
To find out more about the group, or you’d like to join, get in touch by going to our contact page, or select the join us button below.
Social Responsibility Group
As a congregation we have participated in well organised events highlighting justice issues, such as climate change and held prayer viduals in times of great community need.
NB This group is in recess for a time. Want to get involved or to know more, contact us below.
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Bowral Mittagong Uniting Church
A church for all People. A ministry in the Word and deed.
Gathering and serving on the land for whom the Gundungurra
people are the traditional custodians.
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