Christ Church St Ives: The Sunday Test snapshot
St Ives, NSW · Anglican
Extracted 2026-07-13. Snapshot version batch1-v1. Model claude-sonnet-4-6.
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We catalog what Christ Church St Ives publishes on its own website and public channels. We do not endorse, adopt, or vouch for the content.
What follows is a catalog of what Christ Church St Ives publishes on its own website and public channels, mapped against the five questions of The Sunday Test. Every claim links to the specific page the material was drawn from. Where a signal has no public source, that is stated. No ratings, no scores, no comparisons. Read the methodology.
Q1.Does this church clearly preach the Bible and centre everything on Jesus?
The sources this catalog reviewed contain no material addressing this question.
Signals with no public source found:
- No public source found for sermon archive.
- No public source found for statement of faith.
- No public source found for sermon text pattern.
Q2.Will it help me grow in holiness, not just knowledge?
discipleship pathway (confidence: high)
The growth groups page describes weekly small groups named 'Growth Groups' that meet in homes or at church to study Scripture, pray, care for one another, and pursue mission, characterised by four stated values: being deep in the word and prayer, care, accountability, and mission-mindedness.
“small groups of people who meet together weekly in people's houses or at church to share food, study God's word, pray together and care for one another”
discipleship pathway (confidence: high)
The ministry training page describes three named formation tracks: a 2-year Ministry Traineeship for those discerning vocational ministry, a Student Ministers program for theological college students gaining preaching and ministry experience, and an Honorary Associates track for those entering part-time ministry in a later life phase.
Source: https://www.christchurch.com.au/training/ministry-training
catechism materials (confidence: high)
The Growth Group resources site publishes a downloadable member booklet and a leader booklet for the current group study series on Mark 9–16, with chapter-by-chapter Q&A videos featuring a theological college lecturer, providing structured Bible study material for weekly groups.
catechism materials (confidence: medium)
The kids page lists multiple published resources for children and families including 'God and Me Time: 6 Days in John,' 'Advent for Kids and Youth,' and 'Sunday Kids Activities,' available via the church's resources section.
catechism materials (confidence: high)
The care ministry training page offers a free, self-paced online course designed to equip members with confidence in caring for others, comprising multiple approximately one-hour sessions available via enrolment on an external learning platform.
“This free online course is designed to give you greater confidence in how to care for people.”
Source: https://www.christchurch.com.au/training/care-ministry-course
mentoring visibility (confidence: medium)
The ministry training page describes 2-year Ministry Traineeships in which the church commits to training and equipping participants for ministry and preparing them for further theological education, indicating a structured formation relationship over an extended period.
“We will train and equip them for ministry and help them prepare for further theological education.”
Source: https://www.christchurch.com.au/training/ministry-training
Q3.Does it strengthen my love for God and my love for people?
prayer culture (confidence: medium)
The growth groups page lists 'deep in the word and prayer' as one of four core characteristics of every Growth Group, citing Colossians 4:2 as the scriptural basis, though no standalone prayer meeting schedule is published.
“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.”
small group density (confidence: medium)
The growth groups page states that groups are congregationally-based and meet throughout the week at various times and locations, offering mixed, men's, and women's groups. No total number of groups is stated.
hospitality visibility (confidence: high)
The homepage explicitly addresses those exploring faith for the first time, returning to church, or seeking a community, and invites them to attend a Sunday service, framing the church as a welcoming entry point.
“Whether you're exploring faith for the first time, returning to church, or looking for a place to call home, we'd love to meet you!”
pastoral care (confidence: high)
The care ministry training page describes a free online course developed by the church's Care Ministry Coordinator, a role held since 2009, to equip members with practical skills for caring for people in the congregation.
Source: https://www.christchurch.com.au/training/care-ministry-course
Q4.Will it help me use my gifts and serve, rather than just attend?
ministry teams (confidence: high)
The parent partnership page lists specific kids ministry serving roles: Sunday Holiday Program Teacher, Sunday Holiday Program Helper, Children with Additional Needs Kids Leader, Friday Afternoon Food Preparation, SRE Teachers and Helpers, Special Event Kids Helpers, and Sunday Fill-in Leaders.
Source: https://www.christchurch.com.au/serve/parent-partnership
ministry teams (confidence: medium)
The youth registration page references band members and Kids Church leaders as distinct ministry-serving roles within the youth program, indicating a music team and a kids leadership team operating within youth ministry.
lay leader visibility (confidence: high)
The ministry training page describes three named structural roles: Ministry Trainee (2-year vocational discernment track), Student Minister (theological college students gaining preaching and ministry experience), and Honorary Associate (part-time ministry for those in a later life phase).
Source: https://www.christchurch.com.au/training/ministry-training
sending stats (confidence: low)
The ministry training page states the church has a history of training and sending people out to serve the Gospel, but no specific numbers of people sent or church plants are cited.
“Christ Church St Ives has a great history of training and sending people out to serve the Gospel.”
Source: https://www.christchurch.com.au/training/ministry-training
volunteer pathway (confidence: high)
The serve page directs prospective volunteers to a ChurchSuite sign-up form and describes both formal and informal serving opportunities, inviting people to indicate their preferred area of service and promising follow-up.
“We have a variety of formal and informal ways you can serve at Christ Church.”
Q5.Does it support me and or my family and vocation in everyday faith?
marriage family resources (confidence: high)
The kids page describes a comprehensive range of children's programs: Crèche (18 months–3 years), Preschool and Primary Kids Church on Sundays (9.15am), Kidspace Mini (Kindy–Year 2) and Kidspace (Years 3–5) on Friday afternoons, and a Tuesday morning Playgroup for toddlers and carers during school term.
marriage family resources (confidence: high)
The kids page links to published family resources including 'Preparing Your Kids and Youth to Be in Church,' 'Advent for Kids and Youth,' 'God and Me Time: 6 Days in John,' and 'Sunday Kids Activities,' all available via the church's resources section.
marriage family resources (confidence: high)
The playgroup page describes a Tuesday morning program during school term at the church premises, featuring structured music and movement, morning tea, free play, and opportunity for parents and carers to connect with one another.
Signals with no public source found:
- No public source found for workplace teaching.
- No public source found for monday morning application.
- No public source found for vocation groups.
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