About
Learn about our mission, vision and story.
Our Mission
We have a very clear mission that helps us to ensure we are doing what God has called us to do.
“We exist to build a community of believers who are passionate about knowing, applying and proclaiming the glorious gospel of Jesus Christ in Parramatta”
1. Know the Gospel Deeply
Jesus Christ dying for sinners is the good news of the Bible. It's changed our lives and it still changes lives today. We want to know it inside and out.
2. Apply the Gospel Broadly
The Gospel is true and has implications for how we should live. We are passionate about allowing the truth of God's Word to mould and shape every part of our life as a community.
3. Proclaim the Gospel Boldly
Jesus Christ died to rescue sinners like us - He is the only hope for humankind. This drives us to boldly proclaim the Gospel with anyone who will listen.
Our Vision
“We have a vision, under God, to see a growing, healthy, gospel proclaiming, gospel celebrating church planting church.”
Parramatta is one of the fastest growing and most diverse areas in Sydney and is planned to be the “Central City” of Sydney, a gateway to Western Sydney. As migrants move in from overseas, businesses relocate, and transport infrastructure is developed, the landscape, population and culture of Parramatta is shifting and changing. And in all this, there are increasing needs for people to hear the gospel, become followers of Jesus, and find a community to belong to.
We want to see an inter-generational, multi-ethnic church that sees lives and families changed through Jesus.
We want to raise up the next generation of church leaders, great workers in business, and healthy families.
We want to plant more gospel centered churches in this city so that we can see more and more hearts, families, and generations given new life in Christ.
We are: For Jesus. For Parra. For Each Other
Our Story
The week before our Launch Sunday - 8/9/2019
Our church began with a heart to reach new people with the message of the gospel in the growing region of Parramatta. We began meeting as team in February 2019 whilst still being a part of our sending church (Sovereign Grace Church, Sydney) until launched our first public service in Parramatta on September 15, 2019. We began with a team of just over 40 adults and kids and now we are an ever growing community. We continue to see many new people from all different backgrounds walk through our doors and hear the amazing message of the gospel!
We’d love you to be a part of the story as we go forward.
Watch some videos to see part of our journey.
Next Steps?
Want to more about who we are, what we believe, and how you can play your part?
Giving
Ways To Give
Place cash in the offertory box on a Sunday
Set up an automatic payment or one time gift online (our preferred method)
Account: Sovereign Grace Parra
BSB: 032-170
ACC:436436
Give via the button below via ‘Tithely’
Questions? Contact Sammy our book keeper (sammy@sgparra.org.au) or Arbie (admin@sgparra.org.au) our treasurer.
Why Give?
We’re a growing church with a big heart and vision for people meeting Jesus in Parramatta. Giving to Sovereign Grace Church is an excellent opportunity to support us in the work of the gospel throughout Parramatta. Yet there are even more reasons why we should give.
GIVING INCREASES OUR PASSION
Through giving we have a great opportunity to increase our passion for God. You might not think it, but where you put your money affects your heart. Jesus puts it this way, “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” (Matthew 6:21). Want to increase your passion for God? Don’t waste your money on things that won’t last but put your money where you want your heart to be.
GIVING SUPPORTS GOSPEL MISSION
At Sovereign Grace there’s nothing we want more than to see people come to know Jesus! Neighbours, colleagues, family members, friends, the guy at the coffee stand, that mum from the netball club… everyone! In giving we have a chance to support the gospel going forward here in Parramatta!
GIVING TEACHES US TO TRUST
Sydney is ranked as one of the most expensive cities in the world to live in. Because of this we can quickly feel the pressure mounting as the bills stack up and giving seems almost an optional extra. Yet the Bible teaches us that God is our Maker and Sustainer, who owns everything – including our money (Psalm 51). In giving we have an opportunity to learn to trust the God who richly provides (Matthew 6:24–34).
GIVING IS SOMETHING GOD LOVES
Perhaps the greatest opportunity we have in giving is to do something that God absolutely loves. Paul puts it this way, “Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” (2 Corinthians 9:7). God loves it when we give, that’s why giving for us is worship!
If you would like more information or have any questions please contact our finance officer, Sammy, sammy@sgparra.org.au OR reach out to Arbie Magno who is our Treasurer.