Wesleyan Community Care

20/05/2026

🌟 100’s and 1000’s Campaign Update! 🌟
We are thrilled to share that all community grant applications have officially undergone rigorous due diligence and assessment by the team at Wesleyan Community Care.
The finalist projects have now been forwarded to our incredible cohort of donors—those generous individuals who contributed $1,000 or more to make this fund possible—to cast their decisive votes! 🗳️✨
We are so grateful to everyone who applied and to our dedicated donors who are helping shape grassroots support in our community.
Stay tuned right here for the final results in the near future! 🤝💙

10/05/2026

✨ Applications are officially CLOSED! ✨

A huge thank you to everyone who applied for the 2026 100’s and 1000’s Campaign. We are deeply impressed by the high quality and passion we’ve seen in this year's submissions!

Our team will now be reviewing the projects, and we expect to be able to send them out to the voters in the near future. We have some seriously exciting initiatives in the works, and we can’t wait to share them with you all soon.

Stay tuned to this page for further updates and announcements!

07/05/2026

🎉 BIG NEWS: The Wulkabirimiri Amenities Block is officially INSTALLED! 🎉

To our incredible donors and supporters: we did it. It has been a long journey to get to this moment, and we want to thank you for your unwavering patience and belief in this project. As many of us have learned throughout this process, building in Arnhem Land comes with a unique set of challenges. Between the sheer distances and the wet season weather that halts travel for six months of the year, "remote logistics" took on a whole new meaning!

Despite the hurdles, the finish line has been crossed. This project is a testament to what we can achieve together, even when the geography is tough.

What this means for the community:

Improved health and hygiene facilities.

A reliable, permanent structure built to withstand the elements.

A huge step forward in supporting the local Wulkabirimiri community.

Check out the photos below to see the result of your generosity in action!

Thank you for sticking with us and making this vision a reality.

27/03/2026

Bundaberg is a community known for its grit, but the floods earlier this month have hit them hard. Among those picking up the pieces is the Bundaberg Wesleyan Methodist Church, which saw one metre of water sweep through their building.

While the damage to the walls and floors is significant, it’s the loss of community heart that hurts the most.

More Than Just Kitchen Gear

The flood didn’t just take furniture; it wiped out everything the church needs to run their Men’s Outreach Breakfast. For years, this has been a vital space for local men to:

Gather around the BBQ for a hot meal.

Check in on one another in a relaxed, safe environment.

Build the kind of connection that keeps us strong during tough times.

Right now, when our men need that support and "mate-ship" more than ever, the grills are cold and the supplies are gone.

🤝 How You Can Help

We are raising funds to replace the BBQ equipment, catering supplies, and essentials needed to get the Men’s Outreach Breakfast back on its feet. Every dollar helps us restore a place of connection for the men of Bundaberg.

How to donate:
https://donorbox.org/disaster-relief-2026

Direct Deposit:
Wesleyan Community Care
BSB 034-093
Account 895178

Let’s help the Bundaberg Wesleyan Methodist Church fire up the BBQ again. In a time of recovery, no one should have to face the cleanup alone.

05/03/2026

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MISSILES ARE FALLING — AND CHRISTIANS ARE STILL ARGUING ONLINE

War in the Middle East has escalated again. U.S. and Israeli military personnel have been killed. Civilians are running for shelter as missile strikes hit key areas. Families are grieving. Churches are praying. And believers around the world are debating from the safety of their timelines.

This is not theoretical anymore.

When rockets hit cities, they do not ask who is conservative or progressive. They do not distinguish between soldier, civilian, or Sunday school teacher. Conflict does not filter by denomination. It disrupts worship services. It empties streets. It forces pastors to preach while sirens sound in the distance.

And here is the uncomfortable truth.

Many Western Christians treat Middle East war like a prophetic chessboard instead of a humanitarian crisis. They rush to post verses about wars and rumors of wars, eager to decode headlines instead of grieving with families who just buried sons and daughters.

Yes, Scripture speaks about nations rising against nations. But it also commands believers to pray for peace, to love their enemies, and to care for the suffering.

You cannot celebrate destruction and call it discernment.

You cannot turn casualties into content and call it courage.

Christians in Israel, in Lebanon, in Syria, in Iran, and across the region are not arguing theology right now. They are checking on neighbors. They are opening church buildings for shelter. They are praying Psalm 46 while explosions echo outside.

This is where faith becomes real.

Not in online prophecy threads. Not in political slogans. Not in picking sides like sports teams.

War tests whether Christians believe Jesus meant what He said about peacemaking.

It exposes whether our allegiance is to a flag, a nation, or a Kingdom that is not of this world.

The escalation in the Middle East is tragic. Lives have been lost. More may be lost. And believers are caught in the middle of it.

The question is not who you support politically.

The question is whether your response reflects Christ — or simply mirrors the rage of the culture.

01/03/2026

25/02/2026

Final Countdown: Help Us Support Local Outreach!

The finish line for our 100’s and 1000’s Campaign is officially this Friday. We are so close to our goal, and we need your help for one final push!

These grants are specifically designed to fund Wesleyan Methodist Churches in their outreach work with vulnerable people. Right now, we are on track to award:

1st Grant: $10,000

2nd Grant: $5,000

3rd Grant: $1,500

Our Goal: We would love to see that third grant grow! Every donation between now and Friday helps us provide more resources to a local church serving those in need within their community.

Let’s work together to finish strong and ensure our churches have the support they need to care for the most vulnerable among us.

How to Give:
https://donorbox.org/100-s-and-1000-s-812319

Wesleyan Community Care ABN: 67615983661

15/02/2026

We’ve heard you, and we’re extending the date!

We’ve had several people reach out asking for just a little more time to get their contributions in for the 100s and 1000s Campaign. We hear you, and we want everyone who feels called to be a part of this to have the chance!

📅 New Deadline: Friday, February 27th

Could you help seed this miracle? We are specifically looking for donors of $1,000 to help build our outreach pool. These funds provide significant grants to Australian Wesleyan Methodist churches, empowering them to launch community projects that are bigger than any one of us could achieve alone.

How You Can Help:

The Goal: Build a substantial fund for local mission and outreach to the vulnerable.

The Big Ask: We are looking for $1,000 donors to act as the "foundation" of this pool.

The "Sprinkles": Every bit counts! Smaller donations are gratefully accepted to help us hit our next milestone.

Your generosity enables our churches to be the hands and feet of Jesus in their local communities. Plus, all donations over $2 are tax deductible. Wesleyan Community Care ABN 67615983661

👉 Donate securely via Donorbox: https://donorbox.org/100-s-and-1000-s-812319

Thank you for helping us empower our churches to serve!

13/02/2026

Could you seed a miracle this weekend? 🌱

The 100s and 1000s Campaign is in its final hours! We are specifically looking for donors of $1,000 to help build our outreach pool.

These funds are being gathered to provide significant grants to Australian Wesleyan Methodist churches, enabling them to launch community outreach projects that are bigger than any one of us could do alone.

The Goal: Build a pool that provides substantial grants for local mission.

The Ask: We’re looking for $1,000 donors, though smaller "sprinkle" donations are gratefully accepted to help us reach the next milestone!

Donations close this Sunday night. Help us empower our churches to serve the vulnerable. All donations over $2 are tax deductible.

👉 Donate via the secure donorbox
https://donorbox.org/100-s-and-1000-s-812319

09/02/2026

Volunteer from Home – Support Your Community from Your Couch!
Are you looking for a flexible way to meet your Centrelink mutual obligations? Wesleyan Community Care is seeking a Volunteer Administration Assistant who prefers the flexibility of working from home!
If you are aged 55+ (or eligible via your Job Plan), you can fulfill your required hours by helping us stay organised—all without the commute.
What you’ll be doing (from your own desk!):
• Data Entry: Keeping our records up to date.
• Email Correspondence: Helping us stay in touch with the community.
• General Admin: Supporting our team with digital filing and tasks.
Why this is a perfect fit:
✅ Zero Commute: Save on fuel and travel time. ✅ Flexible Schedule: We’ll help you structure your tasks to meet your Centrelink hours. ✅ Stay Connected: Join our team meetings via phone or video call. ✅ Purpose-Driven: Your behind-the-scenes work allows us to help more people on the ground.
What you’ll need: A computer, a reliable internet connection, and a bit of spare time to help a great cause!
📞 Ready to help? Contact Kathy at [email protected] to get started.
Note: We recommend double-checking with your provider to ensure a WFH volunteer arrangement meets your specific Job Plan requirements.