Southern Districts Alliance Church

The Southern Districts Alliance Church (ABN: 44048762023RR0001) is a Christian nonprofit organisation located in Western Australia, affiliated with the Christian and Missionary Alliance of Australia. It functions as a local church community dedicated to worship, discipleship, and mission, following the doctrinal beliefs of the Christian and Missionary Alliance movement.

History and Background

Originally known as Lynwood Alliance Church until 1985, Southern Districts Alliance Church has been serving its community for several decades. It is part of the wider Christian and Missionary Alliance denomination, which focuses on Jesus Christ's Kingdom and mission[3][5]. The church operates under a constitution consistent with the Alliance's general doctrinal statements and governance structures, ensuring alignment with its foundational beliefs and practices[4].

Beliefs and Mission

Southern Districts Alliance Church's core mission is to foster the spiritual growth of "ordinary people growing in their relationship with an extraordinary God" through faith in Jesus Christ. The church emphasizes worship, teaching, and community engagement rooted in evangelical Christian principles consistent with the Christian and Missionary Alliance[1].

Activities and Ministries

The church offers a variety of activities and ministries to serve different age groups and life stages:

• Worship Services: Weekly all-age worship services held every Sunday morning.
• Children’s Ministry: Programs designed for children during Sunday services.
• Youth Group: Activities and fellowship opportunities for teenagers.
• Toddler Jam: A group aimed at toddlers and their families.
• Men’s Ministries: Special gatherings focused on men’s spiritual growth.
• Life Groups: Small groups for Bible study, prayer, and mutual support.
• Friendship Centre and The Workshop: Community-oriented ministries fostering connection and practical support within the congregation[1].

Governance and Accountability

Southern Districts Alliance Church is registered as a charity with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC), operating under its constitution and a set of by-laws. The church maintains compliance with safe ministry standards and leadership accountability as outlined by the Christian and Missionary Alliance governance framework[2][4].

Affiliation

As a local church within the Christian and Missionary Alliance of Australia, Southern Districts Alliance Church aligns with the national organization’s focus on evangelism, discipleship, and mission. The national body supports its churches by providing credentialing for pastors and facilitating ministry opportunities across Australia[5].

Southern Districts Alliance Church represents a committed evangelical community grounded in the traditions of the Christian and Missionary Alliance, serving its local area through worship, teaching, and service.

[1] https://www.sdac.org.au [2] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/19b5bce4-2daf-e811-a963-000d3ad244fd [3] https://www.nationalredress.gov.au/institutions/southern-districts-alliance-church [4] https://acncpubfilesprodstorage.blob.core.windows.net/public/19b5bce4-2daf-e811-a963-000d3ad244fd-81359484-3adf-4bba-be46-cc9dd43b22a8-Governing%20Document-89df1e14-65a5-ee11-be37-00224893d32a-Constitution_August_2023.pdf [5] https://www.cma.org.au