A Movement
The Open House has no bounds
It can be as small as a meal in a lounge room or as large as a street full of neighbours gathered at long tables. It is global in nature, with thousands of similar groups rising up around the world. People everywhere are rediscovering the power of hospitality and the simplicity of gathering. This is not a new idea but a return to the basics found in the book of Acts. Now is the time to be part of the next movement of church, with opening homes, streets and tables for community and faith.
A New Story
Across the world there is a growing movement of people rediscovering the power of gathering around tables. Thousands of small groups, dinner churches, and house churches are springing up in cities and towns across the Western world and beyond.
From New York to London, from Sydney to small rural communities, people are finding that church works best when it is brought back to basics with meals, prayer, and community in everyday spaces. This global trend shows that people are hungry for connection and authenticity, not just events. The Open House is part of this worldwide wave, inviting Australians to join what God is already stirring across nations.
Your Story
The Open House is calling people in every city and online across the world to open their homes, streets and tables. This is not just an idea for a few. It is a global movement that is already seeing thousands of groups rise. We are inviting you to be part of the next wave.
What does it take?
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Passion: A heart to see our community and friends encounter Jesus in ordinary spaces.
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Training: We will equip you with simple step by step tools to host, invite and disciple.
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Resources: You will receive guides, run sheets, conversation starters and safety notes.
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Core Values: Simplicity, hospitality, safety, reproducibility and a heart for the lost.
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Heartbeat: To reach people who may never walk into a Sunday service but will gladly sit at a table.
Now is the time to return to the roots of Acts, to move beyond buildings and rediscover church as family around the table. Start an Open House in your suburb or online gathering today.
START IN YOUR CITY: mike@theopechurch.com
Meet The Team
About The Open Church
The Open Church exists to proclaim Jesus with clarity and conviction through preaching, teaching and mentoring. We are committed to raising disciples who grow in faith and are equipped to reach others. Our heart is to build communities where the gospel is lived out in everyday spaces, not just on a Sunday.
Through sound teaching, practical training and intentional mentoring, we invest in people who will in turn invest in others. We believe the church is called to be an open door for families, communities and cities, carrying hope into every street and every home.
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