Gazette
Sunday 26th June 2016
“Experiencing the love and life of Christ through vibrant and life changing communities and creative partnerships.”
Rev Ann told the story of goldfish on Sunday morning. Her grandchild lost a gold fish and the vet informed that goldfish sometimes eat each other. Take care not to destroy each other particularly at this political time when things are quite confusing and unsettled. Paul advises us to vote with our lives with freedom and inclusiveness. We need to be aware of this every day. Ann recounted a Uniting Church visit to Turkey which traced the church of Galatia. Even with no actual church there the mystery still existed. In Christ Jesus we are included in the neighbourliness and Galatians Ch 5 tells us “to love and serve one another.” What understanding of the love of God do we have and consequently show to others? Our Christian community is founded on the historical event of Jesus.
Please remember that the church is being used for voting on July 2nd and for pre-voting for the 2 weeks before. If attending the church be mindful of where you can go.
Our Election Day sausage sizzle is in being organised. If you have not put your name on the list in the foyer but feel you can contribute time, cooking onions or coleslaw then please assist. We also have a raffle which will support the purchase of our defibrillator so you could sell raffle tickets.
Friendship Group meeting is Wednesday 6th July. Jenny Hunt from the Samaritan’s Purse is the guest speaker. This organisation provides assistance across the world to those in need. One of the projects is Operation Christmas Child where Shoeboxes with goodies for young people are distributed.
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. Nominations will be announced Sunday 3rd July. Election will be on July 10th as you enter the church.
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. Can you come and sit with John and Eric to learn the sound system.
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 17th 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.
Please note Beehive and Playgroup are taking a well-deserved rest.
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:
Friday 1st July 10.00am MECWA Drop In lunch Doreen Stitt and Robyn Eastwood
Saturday 2nd July 7.00 – 4.00pm Election Day BBQ.
Sunday 3rd July 8.45am Officer Service: Rev Ann Simons Cuppa Church Camino Walk
Sunday 3rd July 10.00am Pakenham Service: Rev. Ann Simons Liturgist Joan Vogels.
Sunday 3rd July 11.00am Morning Tea: Pauline Grey. Washing up assistance always appreciated
Coming events
Wednesday 6th July 1.30pm Singing Group Practice at Fiona’s
Sunday 10th July 11.00am OPMA Annual Meeting
Saturday 16th July 5.00 – 7.00pm Messy Church “From little things big things grow”
Sunday 17th July Installation and dedication of MURAL
Sunday 24th July 3.00pm Ordination Service for Nathaniel Atem at Springvale
Tuesday 26th July 10.00 – Noon Playgroup Open Day
“Happy are those whose transgression is forgiven.” Psalm Ch 32 V1