Warragul Anglican Church

13/02/2026

Today (Friday) is the last day to sign up for WAC Weekend 2026, 27 February to 1 March! It's going to be a great weekend!

What is our purpose as individuals and as a church? How does it fit into God’s purposes? Explore this together with talks from Ephesians and reflection on the shape of WAC’s vision 2026-20230. Venue C*C, The Island, 41-53 Church St, Cowes C*C The Island is nestled in the heart of Cowes, within.....

17/12/2025

The Magic Behind the Melody 🎵✨

Did you know the rhythm of 'Come They Told Me' has a fascinating musical lineage?

Composer Katherine Kennicott Davis drew inspiration from an old French carol called "Patapan"—a carol with a beautiful, repeating onomatopoeic rhythm. That hypnotic "pa-rum-pum-pum-pum" you hear in the drum? That came straight from the heart of that ancient melody.

It's music layered with history, tradition, and cultural connection. A French carol inspiring an American composer, who created a piece that would touch hearts worldwide for generations to come.

In just 5 days, you'll hear this magic live. The rhythm, the melody, the story—all coming together under candlelight. 🕯️

16/12/2025

Did you know? 📜✨

'Come They Told Me' has a fascinating history! Originally written as a choral piece in 1941 by American composer Katherine Kennicott Davis under the title "Carol of the Drum," this carol tells the timeless story of the three Wise Men.

Tradition names them:
🌟 Melchior (Persia)
🌟 Caspar (India)
🌟 Balthazar (Arabia or Ethiopia)

Each brought precious gifts to the newborn King. Each carried their own journey, their own faith, their own devotion.

In just 6 days, we'll gather under candlelight to sing this 80+ year-old carol together—a melody that has touched hearts across generations and continents.

Will you join us? 🕯️

16/12/2025

Discover the timeless story of 'Come They Told Me' (also known as 'The Little Drummer Boy') at Warragul Carols by Candlelight.

This beloved carol carries the journey of devotion and wonder—the little drummer boy offering the only gift he had: his music, played before the newborn King.

It's not just a song. It's a tradition that connects us across generations, a reminder of generosity, faith, and the magic of coming together as a community.

Join us under the stars and candlelight as we sing this timeless melody together. 🕯️✨

15/12/2025

From Archbishop Ric Thorpe: "I am deeply saddened by the appalling act of violence and terrorism that occurred at Bondi Beach this evening. That such a tragedy should strike during Hanukkah, a celebration of light, peace, and hope, is a profound evil that has no place in our society.

Our prayers and thoughts are with the victims, their families, and the entire Jewish community, especially those targeted in this senseless act. To our Jewish brothers and sisters, we stand in unwavering solidarity with you during this time. This was an attack on your community, but it is also an assault on the shared values of harmony and religious freedom that we all hold dear.

We condemn this hatred in the strongest terms and pray for the peace of God to comfort all who are grieving. May we reject division and instead work together to protect the safety and dignity of every person in our nation.

‘The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.’ (John 1:5)"

14/12/2025

09/12/2025

God bless we just reached 300 followers! 🙏🤗

23/11/2025

Christmas with Warragul Anglican Church - up coming Events 🎄

23/09/2025

Event: Evensong upcoming service. 5pm Sunday 5th October at Anglican Church Warragul. Enjoy a traditional chorus service with organ and choir. Free entry. 96 Victoria Street.

We send an e-newsletter each week. It contains updates about what's on at church, and our mnistries (like our youth group), along with weekly prayer points. 

23/05/2025

Join us 5pm this Sunday 25 May, for Choral Evensong, a service based on the 1662 Book of Common Prayer with traditional language and choral music featuring the works of Thomas Tallis.