Gazette
Sunday 8th May 2016
“Experiencing the love and life of Christ through vibrant and life changing communities and creative partnerships.”
Sunday was Mother’s Day so Happy Mother’s Day to all. We had Ann Connon conducting our service. She is the President of the World Federation of Met5hodist and Uniting Church Women. (Her term is finishing. She has also been the leader of our Christmas Pageants in 2012 and 2013. During the past week has been Ascension Day when Christ went to heaven. Ann asked about images of God which including a shepherd and gathering the children, sheltering and caring. Ann explained her work which was started by a Korean woman, Helen Kim. She wanted to have a sisterhood of women. Six years later a meeting was held and 20 years later a charter was drawn up to form organisation. The motto was “to know Christ and make him known” In 2014 the 75th anniversary took place. Ann showed us the perpetual banner which she gets to carry around the world. They are associated with the World Methodist Council. The group meets every 5 years. The World Federation was associated with the United Nations in 1983. In 1996 the name of the organisation was changed to its current name. Helen Kim Memorial Scholarships are given to two women from each of the 9 areas around the world to attend the organisation. They run the Thursdays in Black when wearing aer
Black t-shirt shows solidarity to protest of victims of violence. Between the 5 years local seminars are held. (West Africa, South Asia, America, South America, East Asia and Combined Europe) They formed action plans to eradicate poverty and hunger, universal primary education, promoting gender equality, reducing child mortality, aids projects, environmental sustainability, things to improve the lives of women and the communities around the world and global partnerships. The mission liaison group we support is an example of this. We enjoyed the examples Ann gave us as we followed her journey.
Remember to wear something red for next week’s Pentecost service.
During Ann’s absence if the need arises contact Marie Harding 0418563682 also Julie Waters is supporting Pastoral Care call her on 0401073685
New giving envelopes have been distributed in the last 2 weeks. Please pick yours up from the foyer or if you would like some please see Wendy.
“Mural on Main” is a partnership with Beaconhills College giving the opportunity for everyone to take part in a project which will occur at our church. Times are varied Monday 9am – 2pm, Tuesday 3.30pm – 6pm, Wednesday 1pm to 6pm, Thursday 3.30pm – 6pm, Friday 9am – 12 noon, Saturday 9am – 12noon. There are times to suit everyone so come along and use your talents and have fun at the same time. Contact Marie Harding 59427326 for more details.
Sunday 29th May will be a hymn service so if you have any favourites please see Joan Vogels or Bruce Chappell.
Have you noticed in the foyer that there are a number of jars which can receive your donations? These include “Fellowship of the Least Coin” a world-wide movement for peace, justice and reconciliation.” 4Cs Combined Christian Churches” who support people locally and “Lexi Waters” who is now back in Jordan but will soon be travelling to America to continue her training as a Debriefer for people coming from war zones, also a tin for Asylum Seekers. If you have spare coins please consider these containers.
Sammy Stamp is a UCAF special needs fund which provides small grants for projects. Please place your used stamps in the container in the foyer.
The next Wild Worship with Pastor Belinda Clear is on 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. If you have not got yours yet please see Olive.
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:
Friday 13th May 10.00am MECWA Drop In lunch Elwyn Alexander and Robyn Eastwood
Sunday 15th May 8.45am Officer Service: Rev. Dr Denham Grierson
Sunday 15th May 10.00am Pakenham Service: Rev. Dr. Denham Grierson
Sunday 15th May 11.00am Morning Tea: Adrienne Cathcart and Jan Hurford. Washing up assistance always appreciated
Tuesday 17th May 10.00 – 11.30am Beehive Craft Group
Tuesday 17th May 10.00- 12.00pm Main Street Playgroup
Coming events
Saturday 21st May 5.00 – 7.00pm Wild Worship with Pastor Belinda Clear. Please join the crowd.
Saturday 28th May 9.00 onwards Biggest Morning Tea at Waterhouse residence Pakenham Rd.
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)
Wednesday 8th June 9.30am Diabetes Forum. $5 entry includes morning tea and lunch RSVP June 1st Meryl 50411306
“The heavens are telling the glory of God” Psalm 19 V1