While there have been significant changes across Western cultures around the world, King’s vision for equality and justice for all is still to be realised. Questions arise:
• How do we exercise our freedom in ways that do not impact the rights and freedom of others?
• Does freedom from poverty give me the right to indulge myself and ignore others in poverty?
• Does freedom from sin, death and the powers of evil give me the right to ignore other’s need for Jesus - and his gifts of forgiveness, life and salvation?
Freedom is not only a gift received, but also a responsibility lived. In order to stay free, we need to avoid those things which can bring us back into slavery.
Paul urges us not to use our freedom to indulge self and hurt others; but rather to help others experience the difference Jesus makes: For you have been called to live in freedom, my brothers and sisters. But don’t use your freedom to satisfy your sinful nature. Instead, use your freedom to serve one another in love. (Galatians 5:13 NLT)
Our freedom is lived out according to WHO we are as God’s children - by the leading and power of the Holy Spirit. Hopefully, living out the freedom Jesus gives us will enable many others to one day exclaim: "Free at last! Free at last! Thank God Almighty, we are free at last!"
Pr Rolly Stahl
This week’s message is “Freed to be”
as we continue the series “Set Free to Live Free” (Galatians)
Podcasts of weekly messages are available at www.paravista.org.au
Bible Readings: Galatians 3:26-4:7; John 1:10-14
9th Nov – 16th Nov – Workshop sessions (kids rehearsing/preparing for the celebration service)
23rd Nov – Full dress rehearsal in the gym – parents pick up at 12 noon from the gym
30th Nov – Kingdom Kids Celebration Service at 10:30am
7th Dec – Family Advent Movie Night at the church – more details to come
Baby Zone and Kindy Zone will run as normal during the term and be learning a song with actions each week to lead worship during the Celebration Service. Baby Zone will run as normal in the Baby Zone room during the term
Beth Einthal
Children and Family Team Leader
Prayer Requests:
Prayer requests are not included in the weekly news. If you would like to view the current requests refer to the email that alerted you to this weekly news. If you have a prayer request please email churchequiries@paravista.org.au with your request.
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Para Vista
Has an opportunity for someone to join its Pastoral Ministry Team as
Worship Support Team Leader (Starting January 2015)
This 14 hour per week position is to lead and develop team leaders of our worship support teams (eg: music and vocals, technical support, dramatic arts, visual arts, ushering etc) to facilitate life-transforming experiences and spiritual growth in worship. The role includes preparing a monthly musician’s roster for weekly services.
This position requires a leader who is comfortable to lead by empowering others to carry out the ministry. With music ministry being a significant part of this role, musical ability and experience in music teams would be an advantage but not essential. Competent administration skills are also needed to ensure the smooth running of Sunday services. The successful applicant will be supported by the entire staff team, but specifically the Senior Pastor who has accountability for all worship ministries within the congregation.
The position is offered as initial one year contract with a three month probationary period. Remuneration will be according to the Lay Workers Salary Scale Level 2 for accredited Lay Workers or as negotiated in the interview for applicants without accreditation.
A position description is available on request from church office- churchenquiries@paravista.org.au or by phoning 8263 5087.
Applications in writing by 28th November 2014, are to be submitted to the:
John Dolling
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Para Vista
PO Box 306
Modbury North SA5092
Women’s Fellowship Christmas Luncheon
The Para Vista Women's Fellowship wishes to thank all those people who have supported us by booking into the Christmas Luncheon. Bookings are now closed as the required number has been reached. The Luncheon is to be held in our hall at 12 noon on Tuesday, December 2nd.
We look forward to The Borderers entertaining us all.
If, for any reason you are unable to attend, please notify me ASAP, so that others may take your place. Ruth Oster PH 8265 0221.
Christmas card Stall
Cebu Mission Fundraising Team will be holding our usual Christmas Card Stall this Sundays 9th and 23rd November and the final one on Sunday 7th December. Good quality cards to give to your family and friends, at a very cheap price. Thank you for supporting Cebu Mission.
Good Shepherd School Quiz Night
On the 8th November 2014, Good Shepherd School Parents are hosting a fundraising quiz night and silent auction, in an attempt to raise much needed funds for our school. This is the school’s main fundraising event for 2014. We have been lucky enough to secure a sponsor, Garden Grove, who will be covering all the costs for the evening. What this means is that all monies raised will go directly to our school. The funds raised will be going towards outdoor furniture and shade sails. If you are free on the 8th November grab a few friends and get a table together (tables of 8-12). It will be a great night with lots of prizes and auction items. Together let’s support our school and have a great night.
Tickets are $20 and are available from Sharon in the front office. If you can’t get into the office give Sharon a call (8264 7966) and secure a table. Your tickets can be paid for on the night.
Half Yearly Meetings
The half yearly meeting of the church, school and village will be held on Sunday 23rd November commencing at 12.30pm. Written information will be available on Sunday 16th November and will be emailed in the week prior to the meeting. BBQ Lunch will also be available before the meetings.
From the Office
Office closure
The church office will be closed from 11.30am till 2.30pm on Thursday November 20 for staff training. Usual out of hour’s contacts will be available
Trial Professional Standards training
A new training is currently being trialled in SA and is aimed at presenting a comprehensive approach to Professional Standards. The training will consolidate both Safe Place and ChildSafe team member training to reduce duplication while covering a broader range of behavioural issues without increasing time commitment.
The training covers 3 Modules:
• Appropriate Behaviour
• Inappropriate Behaviour
• The Child Safe Systems
All adult congregational members are encouraged to participate in this training. Registrations are essential. Please see the notice board for further details and contact information.
Car parking attendants
Will be required to assist with traffic and parking on our Christmas Eve services. Please consider planning to assist to make this Christmas a memorable experience for our guests. Please mark you connect card “Car Parking” or let the office or Stephen know your availability on 8263 5087 or churchenquiries@paravista.org.au.
Christmas whirlwind
I am again looking for a small team to assist in creating an inviting appearance to our church facility for this Christmas. In order to do this a whirlwind of the church grounds and facility exterior is planned for Wednesday 24th December starting at 9.00am. The more helpers we get the bigger the whirlwind and the greater the effect. If you have someone else in mind that you could bring along, do so and it will all be blown over in a jiffy.
If you have a petrol driven blow vac that needs a dust out bring it along with safety equip and we can have a dust off comp. Last year’s winner was a blow in whom only led by a short puff. If you don’t have a blow vac still mark your availability as equipment can be supplied.
Please mark you connect card “whirlwind”, let the office or Stephen know your availability on 8263 5087or churchenquiries@paravista.org.au
Security of church
Request members on locking facility do a complete building check prior to setting the alarm. As you move through the building shut all the doors and ensure nothing is left outside. Please take note of the keypad near the office entry and it there are staff names on the key pad please do not set the alarm.
Noticeboard
Christmas Trees from Holy Cross, Birdwood
High quality trees at $35 each available for purchase again this year.
Trees will be delivered to a nominated location on the morning of Saturday 13th December 2014. Please place your order, including preferred height of tree, by contacting the church office churchenquiries@paravista.org.au or phone 8263 5087 by 30th November.
Proceeds will go towards supporting chaplains in local schools.
Taste and see that the LORD is good;
blessed is the man who takes refuge in him.
blessed is the man who takes refuge in him.
Psalm 34:8
