The people of St Barnabas have met for worship since 16th September 1979 where they first met at the Fraser Primary School. As the congregation was … Read More
St Barnabas, Charnwood
St Michael’s, Hall
"In the early days, small groups of pioneer settlers were making their homes in the countryside around the centre now called Canberra and, despite the … Read More
Barney’s Boutique
The St Barnabas op shop, Barney's Boutique, is located at the church centre in Charnwood, 10 Charnwood Place, Charnwood. See map below. A … Read More
Latest News and Updates in the Parish
Solidarity Rally with Christchurch and the Muslim Community 5pm tonight at Garema Place
We mourn with all those who have suffered from the appalling events in Christchurch, and endorse the call to come together and define ourselves as people of love, compassion and inclusion. We invite you to join the rally tonight, 19 March 2019, organised by the Canerra Refugee Action Campaign. The rally is titled Canberra: No to Racism, No to Islamophobia. Further information is available here.
Bible study for Lent
Our bible study groups start on Monday 11 (2 pm) and Tuesday 12 March (7.30 pm). We will be using Paula Gooder’s Lentwise: Spiritual essentials for real life. Christians travelling through Lent will find this course offers imaginative and thought provoking suggestions for Bible study, group discussion, reflection and prayer. Contact Helen or Barry if you would like to join a group.
New Priest in Charge chosen
We are excited to announce that the Reverend Emma Street has been chosen to be our new priest in charge. Emma will be inducted into the post on Saturday 30 March at 2 pm, at St Barnabas, Charnwood. Please come along and share this special time with our parish. All welcome!
Reminder: AGM at 3pm on 3 March
Our Annual General Meeting and Electoral meeting will be held at St Barnabas, Charnwood, at 3 pm on Sunday 3 March. We’ll be electing parish councillors and wardens.
Firepit Gathering goes golfing – 11 am Saturday 16 February
Attention all children of the parish and their friends. Our first outing is being held next Saturday 16h February at ‘Jungle Golf’ (Glow in the dark golf). Power Kart Raceway, Canberra Avenue, Griffith. Cost is $12 for children and $15 for adults. Please let Michael know by Sunday 10th February if you are able to come so he can book. We will supply water and fruit. Contact Michael for further information on future events.