About Us

THE CENTRE is the first church to be born on Australian soil. It is a metaphysical and esoteric Christian movement which came into being in 1969 for the purpose of 'setting people free'. Our philosophy encourages the creative expression and personal development of each individual. We teach and practise metaphysics and offer the sacraments without restriction to those who wish to progress on the Christ-path.

We use ritual and liturgy in our worship while at the same time placing a strong emphasis on knowledge and teaching.

We hold that Jesus Christ was a God who took on human beingness, who underwent death, and who now lives in the spiritual atmosphere of this world. We teach that 'Christ is in you' and emphasise the essential divinity that is growing in each human soul. As such individuality is respected and held precious. Morality or lifestyle is not dictated as everyone is encouraged to think for themselves and become self-determining beings.

We believe that humanity is growing towards mystical union with God because of the presence of Christ in each one of us. Our organisation exists to fan this divine spark so that each person can be more conscious and expressive of their inherent divine nature.

Our worship services include the Cosmic Mass, Healing Service and Full Moon. The Cosmic Mass can be held on a daily basis (by individuals or small groups), every Sunday or one Sunday per month - depending on the local Centre. Individual Centre groups also run meditations and Bible study for interested members. The seven sacraments of the Christian church are observed, and our priests are authorised to perform weddings, baptisms and funerals.

Guiding Principles of The Centre WE HAVE BEEN DRAWN TOGETHER as members and friends of The Centre by shared aims and values which we want to display, practise and engender in our communal, personal and professional lives. The practice of these guiding principles assists us to achieve the purpose for the founding of The Centre and for our individual membership of it. This document articulates these aims and values ...