Gazette
Sunday 17rd April 2016
“Experiencing the love and life of Christ through vibrant and life changing communities and creative partnerships.”
Sunday’s service was conducted by Nathaniel Atem. We welcome him to our pulpit. Nathaniel was born in South Sudan and was a pastor. Due to the war (1925 – present) moved to Egypt in 2000. God’s plan sent Nathaniel and his family to Australia 2004. He has been studying for the ministry which has taken some time due to the language issues. He moved to Pakenham in 2008 and improved his English. He is awaiting a position in a church but is currently working with Traralgon Uniting Church. Nathaniel spoke on the “good shepherd leading us to eternal life”. He connected this with his early life where he worked with his father as a farmer. He likes the Gospel of John and believes it is the living Christ who asks us to follow him as he is the good shepherd, offering security and hope. We are both the sheep and the shepherds in God’s ministry. Have you been a shepherd to someone?
Glynis told us of today’s Officer service where little dolls for the African Doll Project were given to the co-ordinator of the project to take to South Africa. These have been made by our craft group.
Thank you to all those people who have taken part in this project.
Please note that during Ann’s absence if the need arises contact Martie Harding 0418563682
New giving envelopes have been distributed today. Please pick yours up from the foyer or if you would like some please see Wendy.
Pastor Belinda has been conducting Wild Worship once a month on a Saturday and anyone who has not attended with children are missing out on a well-run fun 2 hours. We have had a wonderful time experiencing our second childhood, having a laugh and joining in fellowship. We have used our creativity and then had a shared meal afterwards. Belinda provides many activities and is well prepared. Please consider coming to Saturday 21st May 5.00 – 7.00pm and every 3rd Saturday for the remainder of the year. A great time for children, their parents and grandparents.
Working with Children. The Synod of the Uniting Church has ruled that all people who are appointed in roles in the church such Elders, Church Councillors, worship leaders, anyone involved in children’s and youth events, programs or activities, anyone commissioned by Church Council to perform roles in music, bible study, home groups or cell groups. Please get the instruction sheet from Olive or see her and she will help you log in on the church computer.
Pew sheet information can be left in the folder in the kitchen by Thursday pm, phoned to her 0407506662 while her email is being connected in Pakenham
This week:
Wednesday 20th April 1.30pm Millhaven Service
Friday 22ndh April 10.00am MECWA Drop In lunch Marie Harding and Doreen Stitt
Sunday 24th April 10.00am Pakenham Service: Rev. Robin Yang
Sunday 24th April 11.00am Morning Tea: Pauline Grey. Washing up assistance always appreciated
Sunday 24th April Noon Fourth Sunday Lunch at John and Jannie Crow’s (125 Peck Road Officer)
Tuesday 26th April 10.00 – 11.30am Beehive Craft Group
Tuesday 26th April 10.00- 12.00pm Main Street Playgroup
Tuesday 26th April 1.30pm Mc Gregor Gardens Service: Bruce Chappell
Coming events
Wednesday 11th May 6.00pm Mayoral volunteers’ reception
Saturday 21st May 5.00 – 7.00pm Wild Worship with Pastor Belinda Clear. Please join the crowd.
Friday 3rd June 7.30pm Opening of Synod at Wesley Church (148 Lonsdale St. Melb)
Saturday 4th – 8th June 9.00am Synod meeting (Box Hill Town Hall)
“After this he said Follow me” John 21 V19