Sunday 19th June 2016

“Experiencing the love and life of Christ through vibrant and life changing communities and creative partnerships.”

Sunday’s service was conducted by Rev. Ann Simons who rushed back from Officer church after a minor car accident. Ann spoke to the children about Jesus crossing the sea. She spoke about boundaries which enclosed people. Jesus had to say to them “we are all together in this”. Jesus loves us all the same even when we are different. We are all made in the image of God. The story in Luke Chapter 8 shows Jesus restoring to health a demonic man and the general population did not like it. Today the belief in demons is confronting. We see this today as depression and we watch a helplessly not knowing what to do. Illnesses such as depression, drug addiction, alcoholism destroy all the members of a family. Luke tells us that Jesus comes with the power to help those afflicted and their connections. Members of the congregation came forward to light candles for those who were on their mind. We are sometimes disoriented but our faith brings us back to God.

Please remember that the church is being used for voting on July 2^nd and for pre-voting for the 2 weeks before. If attending the church be mindful of where you can go.

We will be holding a sausage sizzle on Election Day, July 2^nd. Information is on the board in the foyer. We will need onions and coleslaw plus people to set up, cook and pull down on the day. We also have a raffle which will support the purchase of our defibrillator. Please sign up on the sheet in the foyer. For information please contact John or Olive.

Julie Waters is supporting Pastoral Care call her on 0401073685. Julie is keen to start a prayer time to pray for the work and workers in the Officer Pakenham Mission Area. Watch for the time and place or talk to Julie.

Elders required. In the foyer are nomination sheets for Elders. See today’s notices for information.

Sound / Tech Volunteers needed. If you have any electronic skills or are willing to learn to help set up the church computer and monitors each Sunday we need you. This could be a job for a young person.

UCA SHARE Appeal. The church is committed to assisting those devastated by the floods in Tasmania. As well as praying donations can be made. Check the flyer in the foyer.

Last week an OPMA panel selected the Community Development Worker. Await the details – it’s exciting.

“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 July 17^th is the dedication and installation of the mural.

Do you have a guitar or other musical instrument gathering dust. Speak to Julie Waters as she is hoping our young people can learn and have jam sessions.

Are you a singer? Join the Singing Group. New voices welcome. Contact Fiona 59418765 or Dorothy 0427072242

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.

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 22^nd June 9.30am              Elders Meeting

Thursday 23^rd June 1.30pm                               Meadowvale Service: Rev. Eunice Smith

Thursday 23^rd June 7.30pm                               Pakenham Church Council

Friday 24th June 10.00am                                MECWA Drop In lunch Roma Warner and Joan Johnston

Sunday 26th June 10.00am                               Pakenham Service: Rev. Ann Simons (Communion) Liturgist Julie Waters.

Sunday 26th June 11.00am                               Morning Tea: Chris Mountford and Doreen Stitt. Washing up assistance always appreciated

Sunday 26^th Noon                                            Church Luncheon at Fiona Macreadie’s (19 Gerard Court Pakenham)

Tuesday 28th June 10.00 – 11.30am                Beehive Craft Group

Tuesday 28th June 10.00- 12.00pm                  Main Street Playgroup

Coming events

Wednesday 6^th July 1.30pm                              Singing Group Practice at Fiona’s

Sunday 17^th July                                               Installation and dedication of MURAL

Sunday 24^th July                                               Ordination Service for Nathaniel Atem

“Give ear to my words, O Lord, give heed to my sighing.” Psalm Ch 5 V1