Epworth House is an affirming, inclusive, intentional Christian student community; a group of people who choose to live together around shared values centred on the Christian faith. Epworth residents structure their lives in an aim to live out the teachings of Jesus in practical ways – through regular communal worship, shared meals, social justice initiatives, social events, and community building activities. Epworth House exists to nurture and enable its residents to study, work and grow in Christ together. It is a vital part of, and attached to, Leichhardt Uniting Church, providing residents with the opportunity to contribute to the worship and missional life of Leichhardt Uniting Church and its values of Keeping Faith, Doing Justice, and Building Community.

Epworth House is under the supervision and management of the LUC Emerging Generations Worker, supported by the Epworth House Team, Leichhardt Uniting Church ministers, and Resident Assistants. Leichhardt Uniting Church Council is the oversight body of Epworth House, and the individuals and teams listed above.