Welcome to St. Matthew’s Anglican Church FAQ
We’re glad you’re here! This page is designed to answer some of the most common questions about St. Matthew’s Anglican Church. Whether you're curious about our worship services, programs, community events, or beliefs, we’re here to provide the information you need.
If you can’t find the answer to your question, feel free to reach out … we’d love to hear from you!
The Anglican Church is a Christian denomination that traces its roots to the Church of England. It emphasizes scripture, tradition, and reason in its approach to faith.
The Anglican Church believes in the Trinity (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit), the authority of the Bible, the importance of the sacraments (especially baptism and Holy Communion), and the Creeds of the early church (Apostles' and Nicene Creeds).
The Anglican Church of Australia is divided into Dioceses, each overseen by an Archbishop and sometimes other Bishops. It is governed by a General Synod and operates with considerable autonomy in local parishes.
Traditional Services often include prayers, hymns, Bible readings, a sermon, and the Eucharist (Holy Communion). These services feature modern liturgy that follows the Australian Prayer Book. At St Matt’s we also provide more informal services (like our regular Messy Church services) that feature modern songs and all age activities – its church … but perhaps not as you know it!
Informal dress is the norm - so just come along, be welcomed and see for yourself!
Yes, everyone is welcome to attend Anglican services.
St Matt’s welcomes all Christians who receive Communion in their home church of any denomination to receive communion with us. You can also come forward and receive a blessing if you would prefer this.
Yes, couples can get married in an Anglican church, often requiring at least one person to be baptised. Premarital counselling is also provided.
Yes, infant baptism is a common practice, but adults can also be baptised.
Contact Revd. Morris to discuss arrangements - we love providing these life events services!
The Primate of the Anglican Church of Australia is its spiritual leader, though each Diocese has its own Archbishop.
Yes, Anglican clergy are usually referred to as priests. You can call our priest Revd. Morris or just Morris - it’s all good!
Membership typically involves baptism, and in some cases, confirmation or reception (i.e. you are received into the Anglican Church if you have been confirmed in another Christian Church).
While both share similar traditions, the Anglican Church does not recognise the Pope's authority and places a stronger emphasis on the role of scripture.
Yes, the Anglican Church of Australia and our Diocese of SE Queensland ordains women as priests and Bishops, though practices may vary from Diocese to Diocese.
The Anglican Church is active in addressing social justice issues, including poverty, environmental stewardship, and reconciliation with Indigenous Australians.