The gospel of Jesus Christ will again be proclaimed from Holy Trinity Roebourne – the oldest stone building in the North West.
For the first time in more than 25 years, regular ministry can begin here after the church has been painstakingly restored to its original unique beauty.
Youth Worker Matt Warth says Holy Trinity stands as a beacon atop Mount Welcome, visible for miles around.
“The Pilbara ministry team is praying for wisdom as we plan for the future and ask God to open doors for new ministry opportunities so we can reach local residents with the hope of salvation,” he said.
Bishop Gary Nelson will lead a celebration marking its 125th anniversary and new lease of life in May this year.
Holy Trinity has been a place where Christians, both Indigenous and non-Indigenous people, have gathered since it was completed in 1895. Extreme weather, punishing heat and cyclones had reduced the building to little more than a shell. However, the gospel remained unchanged, and the desire by local believers to bring the good news of Jesus is strong.
The generosity of the Heritage Council of Western Australia and a small group of committed supporters, such as Joy Brann, helped bring the church building back to life.
“This building has witnessed the unfolding story of the Pilbara and bears silent testimony to the faith that sustained generations of pioneers as they struggled against incredible hardships to open this vast and incredibly wealthy part of Australia,” said Joy.