The following statements are based on and subservient to the Christian Scriptures, the Basis of Union of the Uniting Church in Australia and the Apostles and Nicene Creeds as written by Generate Presbyrtery which Gardens Church belongs to.

WE BELIEVE…

1. We believe in one God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit

2. We believe God (Father, Son and Holy Spirit) is the creator

3. We believe human beings are created in the image of God

4. We believe the essence of sin is rejection of and rebellion against God

5. We believe this sin resulted in a broken relationship with God, each other and creation (Gen 3: 8-24); and is further reflected in a broken world and in idolatry, immorality, dishonesty, greed, injustice, abuse (self, others and creation), selfishness and the like

6. We believe in the Centrality of Jesus Christ:

a. Fully God, fully human

b. Lived a life of perfect obedience

c. Died for our sin

d. Was physically resurrected

e. Will come again as the judge of all

7. We believe in the resurrection of the dead and the gift of eternal life through Christ

8. We believe in the power of the Holy Spirit to transform lives and indeed the whole of creation

9. We believe we are saved by God’s grace through faith in Christ alone

10. We believe the Bible, including the Old and New Testaments, is inspired by God. Our faith, teaching and lives are nourished and regulated by the truth of the biblical witness.

11. We believe the Bible (the word of God) points beyond itself to Jesus Christ (the Word of God) on whom alone our faith, hope and salvation rests

12. We believe our purpose in life is to love God fully and to love others as Christ has loved us and so participate in building God’s Kingdom of love, peace and justice

13. We believe we are called to be witnesses of Jesus Christ in word and action, in the power of the Holy Spirit

14. We believe we are called to turn away from sin (see 4&5 above) and to grow in Christ-like character exemplified in the fruit of the Spirit

15. We believe we are called to celibacy in singleness and loving faithfulness between a man and woman in marriage

16. We believe that through faith in Christ we are united with all other believers in Christ’s Body – the Church – and that this finds expression through our participation in a local church

17. We believe we are called to unity within the local church and throughout the whole Christian Church

18. We believe all believers (regardless of age, gender, social standing or culture) are gifted by the Holy Spirit and all gifts lead to service that builds God’s kingdom

19. We believe Christ gave us two sacraments – Baptism and the Lord’s Supper – both of which remind us of and connect us with Christ’s death and resurrection

20. We believe prayer is communicating with God (listening and speaking) and a means by which God connects us with and includes us in His will and purpose.

For all people to experience the fullness of life in Christ. 

Gardens Church is a multi-generational, multi-ethnic Church committed to the equipping of the saints, reaching of the lost, and the renewal of Windsor Gardens and beyond to the Glory of God. 

VALUES
At Gardens Church we have 4 key values. 

1. JOYFUL
   We practice the promise of joy, and in all things praise the Lord.
   
   

2. GENEROUS
   We follow the call to be generous, to the Lord and one another. To meet each other's needs, and to sow into the Kingdom.
   
   

3. GROWING
   We submit to continually growing more into the image of Christ.
    

4. REACHING

We all play our part in the Great Commission, actively reaching the lost, sharing the Gospel, and discipling people unto him. 

A Code of Conduct is an important document for communicating the kinds of behaviours expected from people in the life of the Church. The existence of a Code of Conduct, when it is known and applied, gives confidence to the wider community and assists the witness of the Christian community. It is an instrument to raise awareness within the Church of what is expected and what kinds of behaviour it does not condone.

Gardens Church is committed to being a safe community for all people. Our code of conduct is an expectation of what being a part of Gardens requires of us all. 

To access Gardens Church code of conduct, please click here. 

Would you like to join a team? Our faithful saints are the engine room of Gardens Church. Without volunteers, so much of the ministry of Gardens Church would not be possible.
We are currently seeking volunteers for: 

• Worship Team 

• Children's Ministry 

• Hospitality 

• Community Outreach

• Property Maintenance 

• Prayer Ministry
  
  You can register your interest at the link below.
  Not every team is the right fit for every person, we all have different giftings for different areas of the Church. Our team will work alongside you to find the best fit possible for you.

The Uniting Church acknowledges that Christ incorporates people into his body by Baptism. In this way Christ enables them to participate in his own baptism, which was accomplished once on behalf of all in his death and burial, and which was made available to all when, risen and ascended, he poured out the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. Baptism into Christ's body initiates people into Christ's life and mission in the world, so that they are united in one fellowship of love, service, suffering and joy, in one family of the Father of all in heaven and earth, and in the power of the one Spirit. The Uniting Church will baptise those who confess the Christian faith, and children who are presented for baptism and for whose instruction and nourishment in the faith the Church takes responsibility.

Church membership is essential for every believer, as it reflects their responsibility to the body of Christ. When someone becomes a Christian, they are part of the universal church, but joining a local church means formally committing to a specific group of believers. This commitment involves receiving instruction from God’s Word, serving others with spiritual gifts, participating in sacraments like communion and baptism, proclaiming the gospel, and submitting to the leadership of appointed Pastors and Elders. It requires living a Godly life, contributing financially, and faithfully participating in worship. Through this commitment, the church can fulfil its calling as Christ's representative on earth.