Upcoming Events
Empty Nesters Picnic
Empty Nesters Picnic at the Wollongong Botanic Gardens
Join us for a relaxing picnic at the Wollongong Botanic Gardens on Saturday, 20th April. Starting at 11am, we will meet at the entrance near Murphy's Road. This event is perfect for empty nesters looking to enjoy good company and the beauty of nature.
Feel free to bring your own picnic supplies. For more information and to confirm your attendance, please contact Ruth Finney.
We look forward to spending a delightful day with you at the gardens!
Connect Men Breakwall Walk
Join us this Saturday at the Marina for a Men's Breakwall Walk. Meet us at the Marina where we will gather, buy some food, and then set off for a leisurely walk along the breakwall.
It's a great opportunity to connect with other men from our church community, enjoy some good food, and spend time outdoors in a relaxed atmosphere. If walking isn't your thing, feel free to hang out at the Marina and soak in the beautiful surroundings.
Don't miss this chance to unwind, make new friends, and enjoy a casual outing by the water. See you there!
Seniors Morning Tea
10am Thursday 16th May
$10 per person
Register at the Office
A presentation about the new Preschool in Tanzania.
Connect Men's Breakfast
Join us for a hearty morning at our Men's Breakfast event under the Figtree this Saturday. We will be serving cereal, bread, and drinks for a gold coin donation. Feel free to bring along your own bacon and eggs if you prefer, and we'll have a BBQ set up for you to cook them on.
Date: Saturday, 04/03/2024
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: Under the Figtree
Come and enjoy a relaxed and casual gathering with fellow men from the community. It's a great opportunity to connect, share a meal, and start the day
Wollongong Women's Conference
A great day of teaching, music, food and friendship! Morning tea and lunch included.
SPEAKER:
Grace Jones will be speaking on Ephesians
COST:
Early Bird (until 25th April)
$45 General Admission
$40 Concession
Standard (until 15th May)
$50 General Admission
$45 Concession
Staff Retreat
DAC Staff are headed to the Shoalhaven to plan, explore and learn together.
Connect Men's Games Night
Join us for a fun and interactive evening at Connect Men Table Games! Bring along your favorite board or card game, ideally something that can be taught and played within an hour. This is a great opportunity to socialize, strategize, and enjoy some friendly competition with other men from the church community.
Don't forget to bring along some snacks or drinks to share with everyone. We look forward to seeing you there for a memorable evening of games and fellowship!
Connect with us over games, laughter, and good company!
Connect Men Sausage Making and BBQ
Join Us for a Unique Experience: Sausage Making and BBQ Night!
Are you a fan of delicious sausages and the art of barbecue? Look no further! We invite you to connect with other men in our community for a hands-on experience in sausage making and BBQ.
Together, we will mix raw ingredients, squeeze them into sausage skins, and then cook them up for a hearty dinner. It's a fantastic opportunity to learn new skills, enjoy great company, and indulge in flavorful food.
Stay tuned for more details, including the cost. Don't miss out on this exciting event - your taste buds will thank you!
One Love Conference
OneLove is a one-day event for all women to gather together under life changing preaching and enjoy fantastic fellowship. Whether you have been a Christian for many years or are still seeking answers about God, join us and be encouraged, refreshed and renewed for the journey ahead.
Save the Date: Saturday 24th August 2024
Venue: Hillsong Convention Centre
Prayer and Praise Night
Join us for a special night of prayer and praise as we gather as one church family to worship God. This evening is an opportunity for us to unite as the body of Christ, seeking His guidance, give thanks for the year so far and blessings for the journey ahead.
Let's come together in worship, lift our voices in praise, and collectively dedicate ourselves to His purpose. Don't miss this empowering experience of unity and devotion. See you there!
Pot Luck Dinner
Join Us for the Annual Men's Potluck Dinner!
We are excited to invite you to our annual favorite event - the Men's Potluck Dinner! This is a wonderful opportunity for us to come together, share a meal, and enjoy each other's company.
Please bring a main course, dessert, or drink to share with the group. The serving size should be approximately enough for two people. Let's make this Potluck Dinner a memorable and delicious experience by showcasing our culinary skills and sharing our favorite dishes.
We look forward to seeing you there for a night of good food and great fellowship!
Working and Cleaning Bee
Join us for a church working bee! Let's come together to spruce up our church and make it shine. Your help will make a big difference. There will be tasks for all ability levels, we’d really appreciate your help.
Working and Cleaning Bee
Join us for a church working bee! Let's come together to spruce up our church and make it shine. Your help will make a big difference. There will be tasks for all ability levels, we’d really appreciate your help.
Baptism Sunday
Celebrate a meaningful moment of faith this Sunday! Join us for a baptism service as individuals publicly declare their commitment to a life with Christ. The event promises to be a joyous occasion filled with love, support, and the uplifting spirit of community. Be part of this special Sunday as we welcome new members into the family of believers. Your presence adds to the joy of the occasion. See you there!
Confirmation Sunday
Join us as individuals affirm their faith and embrace their journey of discipleship. It's a day of joy, reflection, and communal celebration as we witness the commitment of our brothers and sisters in Christ. Your presence is warmly welcomed as we come together to support and uplift those taking this important step in their spiritual journey. Let's share in the joy of Confirmation Sunday as we strengthen our bonds of faith. See you there!
Connect Men's Whale Watching
Whale Watching at Bass Point
Join us for an afternoon of whale watching at Bass Point! Calling all men to come together for a unique and exciting experience observing these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat. Don't forget to pack some lunch or snacks to enjoy while taking in the breathtaking sights of these majestic marine animals. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at Bass Point!
Connect Men Picnic
Join us for a casual Men's Picnic Gathering where you can bring your own lunch or snacks and a folding chair to hang out and chat with other men from our community. It's a great opportunity to connect, relax, and enjoy some quality time together. We look forward to seeing you there!
Good Friday Service
Join us for our Good Friday service, as we remember the courageous and loving sacrifice made by God, for the sins of his people. Our service will start at 9am, at the Ministry Centre
Tenebrae Service
Looking for a place to attend church this easter?
We would love for you to join us as we remember the sacrifice that Jesus made for us on the cross .
What is a Tenebrae service?
The service of Tenebrae, meaning “darkness” or “shadows,” has been practised by the church since medieval times. Originally a service for monks, Tenebrae later became an important part of the worship of all believers during Holy Week. We join Christians of many generations throughout the world in using this liturgy.
Tenebrae is a prolonged meditation on Christ’s suffering. Readings trace the story of Christ’s passion, the music portrays his anguish, and the power of silence and darkness suggests the drama of this momentous day. As lights are extinguished, we ponder the depth of Christ’s suffering and death; and we remember the cataclysmic nature of his sacrifice as we hear the overwhelming sound of the clashing symbols. The service concludes with a candle hidden but not extinguished. The symbolism is that darkness is winning, but it has not overcome. With the veiled but persistent flame of the Christ candle at the conclusion of the service, we see a glimmer of hope and anticipate the joy of ultimate victory in 3 days.
Illawarra Mission Connect (CMS)
Join us at Fairy Meadow Anglican Church on Thursday, March 7th at 12:30pm for Illawarra Mission Connect! Bring your own lunch and join us for a gathering where you can catch up with CMS missionaries back home, pray together, and connect with fellow supporters. It's a wonderful opportunity to stay informed, be united in prayer, and build community.
Working and Cleaning Bee
Join us for a church working bee! Let's come together to spruce up our church and make it shine. Your help will make a big difference. There will be tasks for all ability levels, we’d really appreciate your help.
Working and Cleaning Bee
Join us for a church working bee! Let's come together to spruce up our church and make it shine. Your help will make a big difference. There will be tasks for all ability levels, we’d really appreciate your help.
World Day of Prayer
An ecumenical group of Palestinian Christian women have prayed and reflected together to come up with this years theme “I Beg You… Bear With One Another in Love,” based on Ephesians 4:1-7. This program calls us to bear with each other in love, despite all difficulties and oppression.
Please join us for this World Day of Prayer, on Friday the 1st of March. This year we are hosting at St Luke’s, Brownsville (Prince Edward Drive, Dapto). Everyone is welcome to attend. We will gather at 10am for morning tea, with the service starting at 11am. We are asking that you bring a plate of food to share. See you there!
Connect Men at the Movies
Men of DAC, let’s go to the movies! We would love for you to join us on Friday, the 23rd of Feb, as we gather at Hoyts Warrawong to watch ‘Force of Nature: The Dry 2’. We will meet near the ticket office at 6pm (look for Paul Burgess) to try and get seats together. The movie will start at 6:30pm.
Lent Prayer Labyrinth
Lent is a period of forty days leading up to Easter Sunday, during which Christians traditionally engage in fasting, prayer. It is a time of self-examination, repentance, and spiritual discipline, mirroring Jesus Christ's forty days of fasting in the wilderness.
Each year, DAC focuses on a spiritual discipline as a “Core” activity; last year, it was Sabbath and finding rest in God. This year, our spiritual discipline is prayer. Prayer is a vital aspect of the Christian life, serving as a means of communication with God and a posture of humility before God. In essence, prayer is a conversation with the divine, a way to express our thoughts, feelings, and desires to our Heavenly Father who is near and deelpy cares.
We are introducing a Prayer Labyrinth at St. Luke's Brownsville to aid us in our prayer journey during this Lenten season. A Prayer Labyrinth is a spiritual tool used for prayer and meditation. It consists of a winding path on the ground, leading participants to journey toward the centre and back out again. Unlike a maze designed to confuse and challenge, a labyrinth has a single, uninterrupted path, symbolising the journey of faith and inner reflection. Walking the labyrinth can be a transformative experience, providing space for contemplation, prayer, and spiritual renewal.
Take a moment to detach from the hustle and bustle of life, dedicating your time and prayers to God. The labyrinth invites you to walk its path at your own pace, offering a space for reflection and spiritual connection.
Upon entering, follow the instructions to walk through the labyrinth three times. The first round prompts you to quiet your mind, acknowledge your emotions, and conclude with a moment of confession. In the second round, center yourself by reading a provided passage, remaining open to the insights that God may unveil to you. Finally, in the third round, broaden your focus beyond yourself, lifting up individuals and circumstances to God in prayer.
Embrace this opportunity for deep introspection and communion with the divine during this Lenten season.
SRE Conference
Youthworks SRE Conference
Come and join over 1,000 other primary and high school SRE teachers and helpers as we are encouraged from God’s word and equipped for the year ahead. Whether you’re new to SRE or have been teaching for many years, SRE Conference is a great way to start the year!
Your Bible speaker in 2024 is Canon Craig Roberts, the CEO of Youthworks. Craig is a passionate advocate for SRE and has been teaching SRE for many years. He is greatly looking forward to spurring you on in your SRE endeavours at the start of 2024. He will be livestreamed from Barneys Broadway on Tuesday and St Paul’s Castle Hill on Saturday.
In 2024 we are again providing livestream access to other approved SRE providers to host their own livestream hubs. If you are a coordinator from another approved SRE provider looking to host a livestream hub for a group of SRE teachers please email enquiries@iccoreis.asn.au to get the information you need.
Please note that the livestream is not being made available to individuals from the Greater Sydney region.
More information and registration can be found on the SRE Conference - Event — Youthworks
Prayer and Praise Night
Join us for a special night of prayer and praise as we gather as one church family to consecrate the year to God. This evening is an opportunity for us to unite as the body of Christ, seeking His guidance and blessings for the journey ahead. Let's come together in worship, lift our voices in praise, and collectively dedicate ourselves to His purpose. Don't miss this empowering experience of unity and devotion. See you there!
Train Trip to Berry
The train should leave around 9:14am. We’ll be in the second carriage.
Leaders in Training (LiT)
Some of our Youth and Youth Leaders are headed to LiT Summer 2024 in the Shoalhaven.
For more information check out Leaders in Training - Event — Youthworks.
Outdoor Lawn Games
Join us on Saturday, 20th January at William Beach Park for a fun-filled afternoon of lawn games for all ages. Enjoy classic games like Kubb, Finska, Ladder Toss, Soft Archery, Scavenger Hunt, Volley Ball and Football Toss. Bring your own food and a picnic fug. Make new friends and create lasting memories. Don't miss this fantastic event!
Lawn Bowls
$5 per person.
The Bistro is open for dinner, but please get there early or eat before you play.
Tennis
Join us on Friday January 5th, 2024 for a casual afternoon of tennis, BBQ, and good times. Play friendly games on the court, enjoy great snags and connect with your church community. Don't miss out on this unforgettable summer gathering.
$10 per person, covers dinner and a few matches.
Picnic at Little Lake
BYO picnic dinner and we’ll enjoy a summer evening together by the water.
Christmas Day Service
Join us on Christmas Day to celebrate the joy of Christ’s birth with a heartwarming service. Let's come together and share.
11pm St Luke's Christmas Eve Service
The night before Christmas, gather together to sing in Christmas morning at St Luke’s Brownville. Join us for this traditional service and celebrate the birth of Christ. The service begins at 11pm.
Family Christmas Eve Service
Join us on Christmas Eve at 6pm at the Ministry Centre for our evening Christmas Evening service. We look forward to seeing you.
Christmas Eve Service
Sunday 24th of December is Christmas Eve. We will be holding a 9am service which will be a hybrid of our 8am and 10am services. We look forward to seeing you.
Women's Christmas Recipe Swap
Get ready to celebrate Christmas with the lovely ladies of Dapto Anglican! Join us on Wednesday, December 13th at 7:30 PM at the Ministry Centre located at Moombara St.
We’re inviting you to come along, send in your favorite recipe with us and bring samples of it to share on the night. We’ll put all the recipes together into recipe book. Not only will you get to enjoy all the delicious dishes, but you’ll also receive a recipe book filled with Christmas Flavours recipes submitted by you!
This is a free event, so register now to join us and spread the joy of the holiday season!
