Gazette
Sunday 6th November 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 with the confirmation of 11 young people. It was wonderful to see them in our service with their families. Julie Waters introduced the young people and explained that they had been meeting for the past 9 weeks where they have looked at the story of Jesus and how his story relates to their lives. Using the gospel of Mark Christian principals of Jesus as the Son of God, Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection narrative, discipleship and grace. A number of the young read statements explaining why they had come to be confirmed. Their family and friend and church Elders prayed with the young people. They then presented musical presentation. Julie explained that the instrumentalists had only been playing for about 2 months. They all did very well. Rev Ann explained how she and the candidates had watched exerts from Alex Hailey’s “Roots”. It presented a story and Ann encouraged the young people to develop the story of their lives. They spoke of their parents dreams for them at the time of their baptism. Now they have taken “control” of their Christian lives. It was acknowledged that along the way there would be bumps and stumbles but the hope is they will fall with assistance. Although we are bombarded with images of war and destruction we need to be the prophetic voice in Pakenham to disperse the negative images around.
Come to our Wedding Breakfast on November 13th as a bride, groom or, guest. Do you still have your wedding dress or wedding photos which we can display. Come and have some fun with us at this late afternoon high tea event. If you decide this week to come please ring Olive or Marie. Money raised will purchase the hearing loop for the church so those who have hearing difficulties can fully participate in the life of the church.
Advent studies are coming. Prayerfully consider hosting a group in your home. The discussions will focus on the four themes of Hope, Peace, Joy and Love. All you need to host a group is the gift of hospitality. If you are unable to host please join a group.
Looking for work in the aged care area is Mayong Nyanom. She has qualifications in Aged Care, Child Care, Home and Community care, Workplace Hygiene and has undertaken appropriate courses. Nyanom can be contacted on 0423471906 or nyanom@outlook.com
SHARE Christmas cards are displayed in a folder in foyer. Cards are $9 per packet of 10.. See Wendy so we can do a bulk order.
Homework Hub is held each Tuesday 3.30 – 5.30pm. You are welcome to drop in at any time to assist with the meal or do some reading with the children. Kirsty Simons is organising this and really could do with some help. Please remember you will need a Working With Children Check. See Olive for assistance with this. The Safe Mothers, Safe Children program is also operating with Martha Mai leading.
Donation jars are 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:
Friday 11th November 10.00am MECWA lunch Bev Smith and Elwyn Alexander
Sunday 13th November 10.00am Pakenham Service: Rev Ann Simons All Saints Day
Sunday 13th November 11.00am Morning Tea: Elizabeth Bradley and Ruth Chappell. Washing up assistance always appreciated
Sunday 13th November 5.00 – 8.00 Wedding High Tea Fundraiser
Tuesday 15th November 10.00 -Noon Beehive craft.
Tuesday 15th November 10.00 – Noon Main Street Playgroup
Tuesday 15th November 3.30 – 5.30pm Homework Hub
Tuesday 15th November 3.30 – 5.30pm Martha’s Mums Group
Coming events
Saturday 19th November 9.30 – 3.30pm Tour of places of worship. Confirmed are a Hindu Temple, Islamic Centre and another to be planned. See Margaret McKay for details. Cost $10 per person, $15 family.
Saturday 19th & 20th November 10 – 4.00 Open Garden “Rose Vista” 315 Pakenham Road Pakenham. Devonshire tea and lunch available.
Saturday 26th November 5.00-7.00pm Messy Church
Sunday 4th December Noon Christmas Lunch Book on the notice board.
“I will give thanks to the Lord with my whole heart.” Psalm 9 V1