Leaders: Lucy Maclean & Kylie Smith, along with leadership teams from Burwood and Wantirna Churches

Facebook Group: click here

About: An online community of mums (Facebook) where you’ll have opportunities to connect with local women going through the same motherhood journey. Plus, opportunities to join in-person events throughout the year.

Why Join? A great outreach opportunity to connect with and support mums from our wider community in Melbourne.

Leaders

Lucy Maclean & Kylie Smith, along with leadership teams from Burwood and Wantirna Churches

Leaders: Lucy Maclean & Kylie Smith

Location: Nunawading Church

Time: Mondays weekly from 10am-12noon (during school terms)

Cost: $3 per child weekly

Ages: 0-5 years

Why Join? Friends, play, snacks, songs, craft and so much fun! We’d love you to join us.

Leaders

Lucy Maclean & Kylie Smith

Leader: Jared Smith

Location: Nunawading Church

Time: Tuesdays fortnightly from 7:30-9pm

(6 sessions - Aug 11, 25, Sep 8, Oct 6, 20, Nov 3)

Why Join? This group will equip you to share your faith through personal Bible studies. Learn to walk beside someone as they discover Jesus, commit to him, and embark on a lifetime of discipleship.

Leaders

Jared Smith

Leaders: Ben, Dane, Ethan & Michaela

Location: Nunawading Church

Time: Fridays monthly from 7pm

Why Join? A vibrant Friday night youth group for young people from Year 7 through young adulthood, focused on faith, fun, and community. Echo Nights bring together young people for an evening of food, worship, connection, and purpose.

Leaders

Ben, Dane, Ethan & Michaela

Leaders: Priyanka Santhosh & Cveta Bakof

Location: Nunawading Church

Time: Food deliveries happen fortnightly after the church service on Saturdays, packing of food hampers takes place during the week.

Why Join? A great opportunity to help people in a practical way. There are lots of ways to be involved. Help stock the pantry, pack hampers, or make some of the deliveries. You might like to involve the whole family.

Leaders

Priyanka Santhosh & Cveta Bakof

(Growing in Relationships and Christ’s Encouragement)

Leader: Jill May (Women’s Ministries)

About: Join our WhatsApp community and become part of small, interest-based groups for women designed to build meaningful friendships, encourage one another in faith, and grow together in Christ. A space to share ideas, connect with others, and enjoy fun activities, conversations, and gatherings, both online and in person.

G.R.A.C.E. Circles you can join:

Book Club, Prayer, Painting, Walking, Gardening, Baking, Women’s Health & fitness, Sourdough, and Craft & Chat.

Why Join? Be part of a community of women who love doing life together. Bring a friend, share interests, find encouragement, and grow in your relationship with Jesus.

When you join, you’ll be added to the Soul Sisters WhatsApp Community, where you can choose to join any G.R.A.C.E. Circle that interests you and stay updated on upcoming activities and events.

Leaders

Jill May

Leader: Jeremy Choo

Location: Various golf courses

(eastern suburbs)

Time: Fridays fortnightly from 1:30pm (begins August 7)

Why Join? We're here for the community, not the PGA tour. Missed hits and terrible slices are welcome. If you’re looking to connect, and get out of the house on a Friday afternoon you’ve got your crew. Come for the golf, stay for the people and experience community outside the walls of a building.

Leaders

Jeremy Choo

Leaders: Annah Mukwena & Cveta Bakof

Location: Online (WhatsApp video call)

Time: Fridays weekly from 8-9pm

Why Join? Our group has been reading through Ellen White’s book “The Great Controversy”. Each person is encouraged to read two chapters per week, using a study guide, which we discuss when we meet up. Connect with us as we grow closer to God together.

Leaders

Annah Mukwena & Cveta Bakof

Leaders: Lucy Maclean & Kylie Smith

Location: Miss Lucy’s Cafe

Time: Sundays fortnightly from 3:30-5pm

Why Join? Join us for cozy afternoons of kid-free conversation & spiritual chats. We’re going through the devotional “Grace for the Moment for Mums” by Max Lucado.

Leaders

Lucy Maclean & Kylie Smith

Leaders: Bernie Robinson & Mark D’Souza

Location: Nunawading Church

Time: Tuesdays monthly from 7pm

(begins August 4)

Why Join? A great opportunity to meet new people. We typically choose a relevant topic and share views and experiences.

Leaders

Bernie Robinson

Leaders: Ben, Dane, Ethan, Michaela & Jeremy

Location: Rotation of various sports facilities

Time: Tuesdays fortnightly from 7:30pm (begins August 11)

About: The Echo Games bring together young adults, aged 16–25, for a fortnightly mix of sport, fun, and community. From basketball and volleyball to pickleball, futsal, and more. There's always something different to try.

Why Join? Whether you're a seasoned athlete or haven't played sport in years, come along for the competition, the laughs, and the friendships. It's a great way to stay active, meet new people, and be part of a community where everyone is welcome.

Leaders

Ben, Dane, Ethan, Michaela & Jeremy

Leaders: Sam, Ian & Nathan

Location: Nunawading Church

Time: Wednesdays weekly from 7pm

Why Join? If you are looking for an open environment to explore Bible answers to important questions, then this is the right group for you. Come along and spend time together as we search God’s word. New members welcome!

Leaders

Sam, Ian & Nathan

Leader: Davison Munhenga

Location: Nunawading Church

Time: Thursdays weekly from 10-11am (begins September 3)

Why Join? Life is better when we spiritually grow together. Join us as we explore the Bible, build lasting friendships, encourage one another, and discover God’s plan for our lives.

Leaders

Davison Munhenga

Leaders: Bernie Robinson & Mark D’Souza

Location: Manhattan - Canterbury Rd

Time: Fridays monthly from 12 noon

(begins August 7)

Why Join? If you love good food, good company and an easy atmosphere, come join us for lunch. Parking is easy and there is a variety of food cuisines.

Leaders

Bernie Robinson & Mark D'Souza

Leaders: Lyn Delgado & Esther Herry

WhatsApp: Be part of our WhatsApp group where we will share prayer requests and encourage one another in prayer.

Fortnightly prayer meeting: Fridays from 7-8pm, alternating between in-person (at Nunawading Church) and on Zoom.

(begins August 7 on Zoom)

Why Join? Experience the power of prayer as you grow closer to God and to each other. Prayer moves mountains!

Leaders

Lyn Delgado & Esther Herry

About: At Nunawading Church we have Sabbath School groups for all ages. In our kids groups you can expect Bible stories, songs and lots of activites. In our Adults groups you can expect relevant Bible-based discussions and opportunies to connect. 

Location: We meet at various locations at Nunawading Church.

Time: Saturdays weekly from 9:45-10:45am (followed by our worship service at 11am) 

Why Join: Sabbath Schools are about learning together. It’s a time for real conversation, reflection, and spiritual growth. No need to sign up. Just come along.

Leaders

Various groups