Our Church Family
Who are the people that meet in Galston SDA church? We are a collection of people from various walks of life. Some of us having grown up in the Christian faith, others discovering Jesus later in life. Are we perfect? No, of course not! Who is these days? But we all long to follow in the footsteps of Jesus in our lives. Jesus loved people, made time for them, and ultimately gave himself for others. We meet together because of Him.
We have a strong group of retirees amongst our church family, so if you are in the 4th quarter – a very significant chapter of life – then you will find others in the same journey! Our retirees are vibrant, active people with time and energy to offer. Whether you are in the 4th quarter, or just starting a family, empty nesters etc, you will benefit greatly from the wisdom and care that our senior church family offer.
We do have a few young people – from toddler to uni age. Our young people are awesome and they are the future of our church, and along with all churches in our world!
What are our church services like?
Our weekly services are currently following a traditional approach to worship and structure. Think classic church. We have an organ and grand piano, and often sing songs from the hymnal. Why? Because of the age our church family. These songs represent rich history and stories of God’s leading and faithfulness over the years here in Galston. To our church family, the style represents the culmination many years well lived. If you are used to contemporary worship music, and more fluid service style, see this as an opportunity to look through the eyes of someone else, and see God through their experience. Our church family does also understand that there are huge differences between generations, and as the next generations come through our services and style will continue to adjust to best speak to the lives of the people in the room!
History
Galston SDA church originally started out in Arcadia – in a small chapel, built on the backs of locals who wanted to lift up the name of Jesus in the region! Many other churches in this area share a similar story and it is awesome to be a part of the legacy that has been handed down to us! (Thinking of the Glenorie Mission Church and their awesome story!)
Have a look at these photos to give you an idea of the origins of our church family.
Above is our founding church family
Our first church building
