Sunday 2nd November – A Day of Worship, Wellness & Community
This year’s Open Week (27th October – 2nd November) is a special time for our Manly Uniting Church communityto come together in celebration of connection, generosity, and shared faith.
Throughout the week, The Upper Room and Neighbourhood spaces will be alive with activity — from wellness workshops and boxing socials to music, coffee, and opportunities to support The Zimbabwe Well Project. But at the heart of the week is Sunday, where we gather for worship, reflection, and fellowship.
Morning Worship Service
Sunday 2nd November – Morning
We invite you, your family, and friends to join us for a special Sunday Service at Manly Uniting Church. It will be a time to pause, give thanks, and reflect on the week of community we’ve shared. Together, we’ll lift up prayers for our neighbours both near and far, including the communities supported by the Zimbabwe Well Project.
Yoga, Mindfulness & Breathing Workshop
8:30 – 9:00 AM | Led by Carly Boaler
Before the service begins, you’re warmly invited to take part in a gentle, centring session of yoga, breathing, and mindfulness. Held in the quiet of the morning, this 30-minute practice is open to everyone and offered by donation, with all proceeds going toward the Zimbabwe Well Project.
This is a beautiful way to arrive in body, mind, and spirit before entering worship.
Community BBQ After Church
After the service, stay and share in a relaxed BBQ lunch together. This will be a donation-based meal, with funds supporting the Zimbabwe Well Project. It’s a chance to gather in fellowship, meet new faces, and celebrate the generosity and community spirit that define Manly Uniting Church.
Giving Back: The Zimbabwe Well Project
Throughout Open Week, all donations raised — from coffee sales to wellness workshops — will go directly toward building wells and providing access to clean, life-giving water in communities in Zimbabwe.
We encourage everyone to get involved. You’ll find a QR code in the Open Week brochure to make giving easy.
Other Open Week Highlights
While Sunday is the heart of the week, there’s plenty happening in the lead-up:
Bring a Friend Week – Boxing Sessions: Free for friends or by donation to the Zimbabwe Well Project (book with Stevie).
Wellness Day – Saturday 1st November: Live music from 11:00 AM, coffee cart donations, and a Boxing BBQ Social.
Free Wellness Workshops: Breathwork, yoga, meditation, and more, running throughout the week. All sessions are donation-based.
Wine & Cheese Night (Wednesday 29th October): A members-only evening for Upper Room community members.
An Invitation to All
Open Week is a time to open our doors and hearts to the wider community. Whether you join us for worship, a yoga class, a cup of coffee, or simply come to say hello, you are part of this story.
Let’s come together as a church family, celebrate the gift of community, and extend our love and generosity to those who need it most.
📍 Manly Uniting Church