A Church in action.
Our vision | values | beliefs | history
At Journey Church, OUR VISION is clear: we are committed to designing redemptive communities for future generations. We continue to be sent out as the church to make disciples of Jesus through people development, church planting, and community hubs.
We are a Church in action, bringing the love and life of Jesus into our community every day.
OUR VALUES guide everything we do at Journey Church. They guide us to act with purpose and live out the call of God on our lives.
Know Jesus
Everything we do starts with encountering Jesus. We want everyone to experience His love, guidance, and life-transforming power personally.
Our History
Journey Church has been a vibrant community rooted in Ipswich's rich history since 1955.
From humble beginnings as Ipswich Christian Mission, our journey has evolved under visionary leadership led by Pastor Derrick Herschell who relocated from Redcliffe. It all began with a small gathering organised by two remarkable women, Mrs. Bramley and Mrs. Machen, who opened their doors for house meetings. Mrs. Machen's courageous act of generosity, led to the acquisition of the very land where our Ipswich campus now stands. From the leadership of Ps Wayne and Lyn Alcorn, and later Ps John and Francine Hunt, we transitioned from Ipswich City Christian Church to Centro Church.
In 2021, a new chapter unfolded as Ps Tim and Catherine Spark stepped into the role of Senior Pastors, succeeding Ps John and Francine Hunt, and marking the beginning of their tenure as Journey Church's 10th Senior Leaders. As of 2024, we stand united under the banner of Journey Church, reflecting our ongoing commitment to growth, community, and faith.
