Ripley Valley Church

03/12/2025

This Sunday the Christmas tradition continues with Christmas Carols under the Big Tree. Program jam packed with traditional Christmas carols under the Big Tree and stars. Bring your family and friends plus a blanket or camp chairs.
Sausage sizzle on sale, Supa Doopers and a coffee van on site.
We appreciate the Wallace family having us on their property again. Remember no dogs allowed.
Thanks again Ipswich City Council, Foote’s Pharmacy (Raceview & Grange Rd) J Edwards Carpentry and RW Ramsey and Co for your support
This Raceview tradition hosted by the church has continued for nearly 50 years and we hope to see you join us to sing along to your favourite traditional Christmas carols with the local choirs and artists.
See you there.

10/09/2025

R U OK? 💛

Today is R U OK Day, Australia's National Day of Action which encourages people to have meaningful conversations with those around them who may be struggling with the ups and downs of life.

Make sure you go out of your way today to ask yourself and others 'Are you okay?' to help friends and family feel supported if they are struggling.
If you are struggling , it is never weak to speak and I encourage you to reach out to family, friends or a professional to help. 💛 You can message this page to find out how you can get help and support or call Lifeline on 14 11 14 There is help available for you and your struggles.

05/03/2025

As Cyclone Alfred approaches our coast I want to encourage us to stay calm and keep your trust in God. The shops will open again and if you lose power it will come back.

So Yes… take precautions, secure your home, expect power outages, but remember God is in control. Speak hope, encouragement, faith to your family

If you need assistance please message this page. Keep a good supply of drinking water in containers, batteries for a torch and maybe some tins of food in case we lose power and refrigeration for a period of time. Tin food is more useful in these times than frozen food. I suggest you follow ABC radio and TV for news that is up to date without hype. They are the official broadcasters for emergencies.

Take care and stay safe. We have closed the church activities down for the rest of the week. This includes other groups as well. Keep our community in your prayers for safety and for God’s grace to sustain us.

01/12/2024

27/11/2024

We still have 3 vacancies for children turning 3 years old in our 2025 Little Kindy program. This programs is on Mondays and Tuesdays during school terms.
More information about our Little Kindy program phone 0434 554 050 www.raceviewkindy.com.au
Unfortunately our 2025 Big Kindy program is full enrolled but we can add your child to the waitlist

11/09/2024

Today is R U Ok Day. Sometimes we just need someone who let's us feel all the feels 💛
No judgement, just genuine care.

Don’t be afraid to reach out. It maybe the bravest thing you’ll ever do.

14/08/2024

Love the renovation work J Edwards Carpentry have been doing in bringing our 150 years plus church building back to life.
The outside is nearly ready for painting and then work begins on the inside of this community building.
If Businesses or community members want to partner with our little old church in bringing her back to life to serve our Ripley community; donations can be made via Direct Deposit Ripley Valley Congregational Church, Westpac Bank BSB 034 - 117 Acc No. 364874. Mark you contribution as church building so we can allocate to the building renovation expenses.
We want this building ready for community use in the beginning of 2025

25/07/2024

Exciting news for our future church. Renovation has begun on the original 1860 church building. Originally at West Ipswich it was moved out to South Ripley in the early 1970’s. We have begun to renovate it in preparation for it to become a church for the community for groups to use and weddings as well as our new church starting later this year.
It’s exciting bringing this 164 year old building back to life.

24/04/2024

“Through tragic necessity, there dreams have become our dream”. We honour those men and women who have served this nation and those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. We will never forget.

24/12/2023

Our prayer for you and your family is that you have a wonderful Christmas and 2024. We are excited for our plans in the community for 2024 and hope you can be part of them.