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New life for flood-hit Mooroopna church

OPEN DOORS... LifeChurch Mooroopna church leaders Michelle and Ryan Black (pictured) have reopened a revitalised place of worship and community meeting space after it was destroyed by floodwater in 2022. Photo: Deanne Jeffers

LifeChurch Mooroopna has reopened its doors with a new name and refurbished facilities, nearly two years after devastating floods forced its closure.

Now known as The Sanctuary Church, it welcomed around 180 guests to its reopening celebration, showcasing upgrades including a larger kitchen, meeting rooms, and a fully equipped main area with modern audio-visual equipment.

OPEN DOORS… LifeChurch Mooroopna church leaders Michelle and Ryan Black (pictured) have reopened a revitalised place of worship and community meeting space after it was destroyed by floodwater in 2022. Photo: Deanne Jeffers

Church leaders Ryan and Michelle Black, who had only recently joined the church before the 2022 flood, said the new name reflects their vision for a safe, welcoming and worshipful space.

“We ultimately want here to be a place that’s worshipful, a holy place, but also a place where people know they’re cared for and seek refuge,” said Pastor Ryan. “This is a place of safety as well as a place of belonging.”

Sunday services are held weekly at 10am at 4 Treacy Street, Mooroopna.

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