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A group of people in a church or community space gathered for a service or event, with some raising their hands, a person speaking or singing into a microphone, and a large screen displaying text.

WELCOME TO

THE FIELD

The Field is a church in Hawthorn passionate about worship and the presence of God, genuine community, and seeing the Kingdom of God come in Melbourne.

We meet on Sunday mornings at the Hawthorn Arts Centre, and we’d love for you to join us!

WHEN +
WHERE

SUNDAYS

10am Sundays

Hawthorn Arts Centre
Level 1, Community Arts Space
360 Burwood Rd, Hawthorn

Check our Instagram for updates on our gatherings.

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WHAT TO
EXPECT

We keep our gatherings simple.

Worship, time in the presence of God, a short message, and prayer.

After gathering at the Hawthorn Arts Centre, we’ll head to the pub or park for some food and to hang out. We’d love you to join us!

GETTING
HERE

PARKING

There is free unlimited parking behind the Hawthorn Arts Centre, which is accessible via Kent Street or Oxley Road.

PUBLIC TRANSPORT

The Hawthorn Arts Centre is a 5 minute walk away from the Glenferrie Train Station, a 5 minute walk from Swinburne University, and right next to the Number 16 tram, on Glenferrie Road.

BUILDING ACCESS

Enter via the main entrance on Burwood Road. You’ll find us upstairs, in the Community Arts Space on Level 1.

Lift access is available so please ask the person at reception and they’ll be happy to help.

If you have any questions about finding us, or accessibility, please get in touch.

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Outline of a historic government building with a central clock tower topped with a flag. The structure has ornate architectural details and multiple arched windows and doorways.

KIDS

Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me,” and that's the kind of space we love to create on Sunday mornings, a family gathering where people of all ages come together to worship Jesus.

We don't currently have a dedicated Children's Ministry, but children are a valued and really important part of our church community. Every Sunday is a chance for them to encounter Jesus, grow in their relationship with Him, and build friendships with one another.

We also have paper and art supplies available to encourage them to respond to God in their own way, whether that's through singing, dancing, drawing, writing, or creating.

WHAT WE VALUE

WORSHIP

We prioritise worship and the presence of God.

RELATIONSHIP

We value genuine connection and community.

SIMPLICITY

We choose to keep things simple and focus on the things God has called us to. The Field won’t tick every box, and that’s ok.

REST

In a culture of busyness and burnout,
we prioritise rest.

THE DAY-TO-DAY

Our mission, ministry and discipleship are outworked in our day-to-day lives as we love God, love others, and live led and empowered by the Holy Spirit to see the Kingdom of God come on earth.

WORSHIP
NIGHTS

Our Worship Nights are a space to simply worship God and spend time in His presence. 

Join us and others from across Melbourne for our next Worship Night, 7pm on Tuesday September 15 at the Hawthorn Arts Centre.

Paul and Lex Buckley of The Field Church

THE TEAM

PAUL + LEX BUCKLEY

Paul and Lex have been married for 21 years and have lived and worked in the UK, USA, NZ and Australia, leading worship and developing worship teams.

They relocated to Melbourne in 2017, and it was then that God began speaking to them about starting a church in the Inner Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne. They are the proud parents of Bella and Finn. 

Lead Pastors
Lyn Ryman. Chair of the board at The Field Church

LYN RYMAN

Chair of the Board

Lyn was born and raised in South Africa, and is blessed to have always known the love of Jesus, having been raised in a family with a strong Christian faith. Lyn went to university in the US and was based there for over 20 years, working around the world in her role in international sports management.

She has extensive experience in strategy development and implementation, operations management, and business optimisation. Lyn is now General Manager of Operations at Positive Media, home of 89.9 TheLight, Melbourne's Christian community radio station. Lyn has served as Chair of The Field Board since 2026.

Dana Ackland, Director of The Field Church

DANA ACKLAND

Director

Born and raised in California, Dana lives in Hamilton, New Zealand, with her husband Sam and son Max. She has worked for 25+ years in the leadership development field for companies, not-for-profit organisations and higher education. Before starting her consulting business, Dana worked in multiple churches, gaining experience in different denominations and styles of church. When she isn’t in consulting, Dana spends her time in sunshine.