Gazette
Sunday 29th May 2016
“Experiencing the love and life of Christ through vibrant and life changing communities and creative partnerships.”
Sunday’s service was a hymn service with some of the old favourites being sung. The interesting part was the background of the hymns, songs and writers was told to us by Joan Vogels and Bruce Chappell. Thank you to Bruce and Joan for their work, both on this hymn service and other services during Rev. Ann’s absence. We knew many of the hymns we sang but not their background so that was interesting to learn. Les Reader sang beautifully for us. Bruce told us about Jesus visit to Capernaum where Jesus performed many “miracles” with people being healed. Capernaum does not exist today – people debate where the town was. The reading from Luke Chapter 7 shows a Roman centurion who approached Jesus, even assisting with the building of a temple. He helped with the building of a synagogue. This Centurion was a right and just man even looking after his slave. This Centurion was a man of faith who had great power. Jesus recognised the way this Centurion lived and he healed his slave. Jesus proved to be a great person who changed lives on this earth in an extraordinary way.
Thank you to all members of the congregation who helped in any way with the luncheon which followed the celebration service held for Bob Rose last week. Our sympathy goes to family. A life well lived.
Officer Cuppa Church. On June 5th . A speaker from Legacy will give an insight into the work they do for this organisation. Don’t forget to you get brekky first before 8.45amstart.
During Ann’s absence if the need arises contact Marie Harding 0418563682 also Julie Waters is supporting Pastoral Care call her on 0401073685
“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.
Collect your copy of Good News from the foyer. Thank you John for your work.
Please remember if you change address, phone number or medical information give a copy to Olive so your “blue sheet” can be updated. If you have not completed a blue information sheet or a yellow membership sheet please collect one from the foyer.
Don’t forget the donation jars in the foyer for “Fellowship of the Least Coin”, “4Cs Combined Christian Churches” who support people locally and “Lexi Waters”. Also a tin for Asylum Seekers. If you have spare coins please consider these containers.
The next Wild Worship with Pastor Belinda Clear is on Saturday 18th June 5.00 – 7.00pm and every 3rd Saturday for the remainder of the year. A great time for children, their parents and grandparents. Theme is The Lost Sheep.
We will be holding a sausage sizzle on election day, July 2nd. Please watch the pew sheet for a roster. We will need onions and coleslaw plus people to set up, cook and pull down on the day.
Pew sheet information can be left in the folder in the kitchen by Thursday pm, phoned to her 0407506662 or missglynis@bigpond.com
This week:
Wednesday 1st June 1.30 – 3.00pm Friendship Group – Games Day
Friday 3rd June 10.00am MECWA Drop In lunch Jannie and John Crow
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)
Sunday 5th June 8.45am Officer Service: Joan Vogels Cuppa Church with Legacy Speaker
Sunday 5th June 10.00am Pakenham Service: John Mc Kay
Sunday 5th June 11.00am Morning Tea: Betty Young and Wilma Coleman. Washing up assistance always appreciated
Tuesday 7th June 10.00 – 11.30am Beehive Craft Group
Tuesday 7th June 10.00- 12.00pm Main Street Playgroup
Coming events
Wednesday 8th June 9.30am Diabetes Forum. $5 entry includes morning tea and lunch RSVP June 1st Meryl 50411306
Saturday 18th June %.00 – 7.00pm The Wild children and family worship with Pastor Belinda Clear
“O Lord, our Sovereign, how majestic is your name in all the earth.” Psalm Ch 8 V1