Outback Church Foundation

Background

On Sunday July 26 1986 we planted large crosses on fine sites in seven of the largest towns of the North West - as a sign of our commitment to building churches on each of those sites. And so was launched the Outback Church Foundation, aiming to raise $1,000,000 over three years to build the churches, as well as two urgently needed rectories. The $1,000,000 target was reached, together with the construction of six churches, three rectories and various other parish projects.

The OCF church buildings have been designed with great economy and skill by Perth architect Iris Rossen. They are multi-purpose buildings, serving not only as a worship centre but for a variety of group and community activities.

In 1992, Synod extended the original mandate of the OCF to enable the foundation to become the permanent home mission fund of the Diocese of North West Australia. The objectives are to enlarge to promote new initiatives within the diocese and make provision for future needs.

The Chairman of OCF is Mr Mike Maude, C/O P.O. Box 230, Carnarvon, W.A., 6701

Future Projects

Broome parish has a pressing need for a hall and facilities alongside the historic Church of the Ascension. At present members and tourists have to use the facilities of the small rectory.

Carnarvon need $150,000 to replace the current rectory

Exmouth need $400,000 for a church building in town rather than 5km out of town.

HOW YOU CAN HELP THIS WORK

	Pray for this important Work of building God's Kingdom in the Diocese of North West Australia. To help you in this contact us and we will send you the Prayer Notes and North West Network.
	Send a gift for the work of the Outback Church Foundation:

TO:  Outback Church Foundation

         PO box 2783,

         Geraldton, W.A, 6531, Australia