The Anglican Parish of Eltham and Research

Parish Activities

The parish has many activities for both young and old run on a regular basis. Recently, the parish celebrated its 140th anniversary of the dedication of the church. For further information on upcoming parish activities, visit this page, and also see the parish calendar.

SMYcdd -St Margaret's Youth: Christian dudes and dudettes

For: Teens in Years 7 - 9
When: 9.30am on the 1st & 3rd Sundays of the month,
Where: St Margaret's Hall
Why: To get together, grow our faith, have fun, make a difference
What: Breakfast, activities and discussion, join the 10:00am service for communion.

Leaders: Nathan Delbridge, Derrick Hitchins, Annette Sims

Fishtales
(Children's Activities in St Margaret's Anglican Parish)

For: Children from Kindergarten through to Grade 6 (parents are welcome to stay if they wish)
When: First Sunday of Every Month - 3:00pm to 4:30pm
Where: St Margaret's Hall
Why: Children experiencing - Belonging, Believing, Behaving and Befriending Jesus for Grounding, Growing, Getting and Giving God's Love.
What: Games, Bible stories, Drama, Music, Prayer Time, Art, Refreshments.
(Children attending are asked for a gold coin donation to help cover costs.)

Megs Munchers

Meeting at midday in the St Margaret's church hall on the first sunday of the every second month, Megs Munchers provides an informal luncheon for parish members and friends. Check the parish calendar for dates.

Mini Megs

On the first and third Wednesdays of each month, the Mini Megs playgroup meets in the church hall.

Mens Breakfast

Men of the Parish and visitors meet for an extended breakfast come fair weather, foul or long weekends, the first Saturday of every month. The objects are some sharing and caring, to hear a tale or two or presentation from within or without; for example Ross' work in PNG with ABC/Rotary at St Margaret's Hospital, The God Squad at work, or Bert's experiences behind Japanese lines. Start time 8.30 am finish 10.00. Food usually off our diets but all catered for. Location St Meg's Hall. Feel welcome.

Choir

St Meg's choir meets Thursday nights 8pm in the church. This is weekly during Easter and Christmas preparation and fortnightly the rest of the year.

The choir, or rather singing group is a self directional group which aims to provide variety, inspiration and stimulation for its members and congregation. Members offer items for selection and these are selected or rejected using sound democratic principles based on personal likes and dislikes.

Recruitment is ongoing and the only essential entrance qualification is a good sense of humour.

Phone Lyn for any queries on 9438 6125 After hours.