Brunswick Salvos
Church in Brunswick Melbourne
Transforming Australia
One Life at a Time
With the Love Jesus
Brunswick Salvation Army has been a vibrant part of the Merri-bek City community for over 140 years, dedicated to meeting practical, social, and spiritual needs without discrimination. Embracing the ‘Believe in Good’ message, we strive to create a welcoming, inclusive, compassionate community where everyone is valued, and we put Jesus’ love into action through advocacy, service, and everyday kindness.
Who We Are
As part of The Salvation Army Australia, we are a Christian movement passionate about sharing the love of Jesus. Our mission is to:
- Care for people in need, providing food, emergency relief, and support services.
- Create faith pathways for individuals and families seeking spiritual growth and connection.
- Build healthy communities by fostering inclusion, belonging, and wellbeing.
- Work for justice in Brunswick and beyond, advocating for fairness and dignity for all.
Discover the Power of Music in Dementia Care
Dementia Friendly Singing Groups in Brunswick - Merri-bek
Music—especially singing—has a remarkable ability to unlock memories and foster connection, even as dementia progresses. Research shows that singing taps into areas of the brain that often remain resilient, making it an increasingly important feature in dementia care.
Singing By Heart - a dementia friendly singing experience, brings people together using a vibrant mix of popular and sacred songs, spanning the decades. Each session is carefully designed to:
- Encourage communication and spark joyful interaction
- Trigger recollection of cherished memories
- Create a fun, uplifting environment for all participants
- Singing by Heart is not a performance choir - no singing experience required
Carers and families are encouraged to participate with their loved ones. These sessions offer a valuable opportunity to relax, connect with others facing similar journeys, and share experiences in a supportive dementia-friendly space. Sessions incorporate short prayers and Scriptures designed to inspire and uplift participants.
Singing By Heart Australia is a free, community-based resource hosted at Brunswick Salvation Army, tailored specifically for Australians living with dementia, their carers, and families. Drawing inspiration from the highly successful UK program, we’re proud to offer this inclusive and meaningful experience right here in our community.
Please note that people living with dementia must attend with their carer or family member as the program is designed for everyone attending to participate.
The Latest from Brunswick
Get mission updates and latest happenings from our Brunswick site from our News Section. Learn about new initiatives and creative ways owe are engaging community to create a vibrant spaces where people from diverse backgrounds feel like they can contribute.
Meet Our Team
Merri-bek City Salvos encompassing our two locations in Brunswick and Coburg North are supported by our officer team and two community engagement co-ordinators under the leadership of Major Debbie Serojales..
(Left to right)
Jason Simmonds (Community Engagement Co-ordinator - Brunswick), Captain Meg Dale (Team Member), Major Rebecca Inglis (Area Officer), Melody Lamb (Community Engagement Ministry Worker, Coburg), Major Debbie Serojales (Team Leader).
A Place where you belong
The Salvation Army Brunswick acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land on which we meet and work and pay our respect to Elders past, present and future. Brunswick Salvation Army is situated on the ancestral lands of the Wurrundjeri Woi-wurrung people.
We value and include people of all cultures, languages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and intersex status. We are committed to providing programs that are fully inclusive. We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of people of all ages, particularly children
