But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his possession, so that you may proclaim the praises of the one who called you out of darkness into his marvellous light. Once you were not a people, but now you are God’s people; you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy.
1 Peter 2:9,10 (CSB)
Connect groups are a great way to engage with others and do life together.
Welcome to The Grainery. We are a diverse group of people from many walks of life with one thing in common – we are followers of Jesus Christ. Whatever stage of that journey you’re on, whether you’re just beginning, or you’ve been loving Him for years, you are most welcome to join us.
It can be a challenge to find friendships and community in a multiple-service church and being part of a smaller gathering is really helpful for all of us. One of the best ways to find a place of belonging is to become part of a smaller group within the larger body of the Church. We call them Connect Groups and the name says it all. Our aim is to provide a place for you to not only get to know people, but also find a sense of family and friendship that will sustain and encourage you in your relationship with God.
Since its inception in 1997, The Grainery has prioritised meeting together in smaller groups as a means of contributing and receiving the uniqueness of relationships that change our lives for the better. The groups meet at different times and places, consisting of people in different life stages. What they have in common is that people care about each other, loving and laughing as well as praying and helping each other when there’s a need.
If you’re looking for community, fill in the form below and let us know your needs and preferences in terms of a Connect Group. We will do our best to work it out so that you find your way to the group that suits you best.
Yes, I am interested in joining a Connect Group
Connect Group Expression of Interest
Upcoming events
All events
Maitland | Welcome Lunch October
11th October, 2026
Oakhampton
Grainery Care | ‘The Chosen’ Study
12th October, 2026
Cafe 252
Beginnings | Foundations for Everyday Faith
12th October, 2026
Newcastle Campus
Grainery Care | Weekly Community Dinner
13th October, 2026
Newcastle Campus
Maitland | VIPs Gathering October 2026
14th October, 2026
Maitland Campus
Grainery Care | Craft and Coffee Mornings
14th October, 2026
Cafe 252
Mums & Kids | Weekly Gathering
15th October, 2026
Newcastle Campus and Maitland Campus
Grainery Women | Women of the Word
15th October, 2026
Newcastle Campus
Grainery Youth | Friday Night Youth
16th October, 2026
Newcastle Campus
Newcastle | Monthly Dinner after the 5pm Service
18th October, 2026
Newcastle Campus
Grainery Men | ARISE Gathering
22nd October, 2026
Newcastle Campus
Dancing with the Staff 2026
24th October, 2026
Newcastle Campus
VIPs | October Gathering 2026
28th October, 2026
Newcastle Campus
YOUTH | Year 12 Graduation – ‘Dress to Impress’
6th November, 2026
Newcastle Campus
Grainery Care | Monthly Community BBQ
7th November, 2026
Grainery Care, 252 Maitland Rd, Mayfield
Newcastle | Welcome Lunch November
15th November, 2026
Wallsend
Newcastle | Baptisms
15th November, 2026
Newcastle Campus
YOUTH | All of Us 2026 – Youth Alive State Rally
21st November, 2026
Newcastle Campus
Maitland | Baptisms
22nd November, 2026
Maitland Campus
YOUTH | Christmas Party
4th December, 2026
Newcastle Campus
A Christmas Carol 2026 | LIVE Production
11th December, 2026
Newcastle Campus