Returning to Church
Feel Like Getting Back to Church?
Come Try Us here at Illawarra Church of Christ, Wollongong.
“The roof didn’t fall in when I came – I promise it won’t for you either! And you’ll be accepted & welcomed AS YOU ARE.”
We are a small friendly church that packs a real punch in what we do.
- Bible & discussion groups most days
- Regular social events
- Sunday lunch after church
- Serving in our community
Come As You Are - Come Back to Church
Maybe it’s been a while. Life got busy, questions piled up, or maybe church just didn’t feel like home anymore. We get it. At Illawarra Church of Christ, we’re not here to judge your journey—we’re here to walk with you from wherever you are.
Church isn’t about ticking boxes or pretending to have it all together. It’s about rediscovering grace, community, and purpose. It’s about finding space to breathe, ask hard questions, and reconnect with the God who never stopped loving you.
Whether you’re curious, cautious, or quietly hoping for something more, we want you to know: there’s room for you here. No pressure. No performance. Just a group of imperfect people learning to follow Jesus, love each other well, and live with hope.
You don’t have to believe everything to belong. You don’t have to fix everything before you show up. Just come. Come with your doubts, your story, your heart. We’ll meet you with open arms and a hot cuppa.
This Sunday could be the start of something new—or the return to something deeply familiar. Either way, we’d love to see you.
10 Reasons to Try Church Again
1. A Fresh Start
Church can be a safe space to begin again—spiritually, emotionally, relationally. No need to have it all figured out.
2. Real Community
In a world that often feels disconnected, church offers genuine relationships, shared stories, and people who care.
3. Space to Ask Questions
You don’t have to check your doubts at the door. A healthy church welcomes curiosity and honest conversation.
4. Encouragement for Everyday Life
Weekly messages, prayer, and support can offer clarity, hope, and strength for whatever life throws your way.
5. Rediscover Purpose
Church helps you reconnect with deeper meaning—why you’re here, what matters most, and how to live it out.
6. Healing and Grace
If you’ve been hurt by church before, trying again can be a step toward healing. Not all churches are the same.
7. Moments of Worship
Music, prayer, and reflection create space to breathe, reset, and encounter God in a personal way.
8. A Place to Belong
You’re not just a face in the crowd. You’re seen, known, and valued—just as you are.
9. Support for Families
Church offers programs, friendships, and spiritual guidance for kids, teens, and parents alike.
10. Reignite Your Faith
Even if it’s just a flicker, church can help you fan the flame—gently, patiently, and with love.