This week in our sermon series Questions that deserve an answer, we’re looking at ‘Who is Jesus?’
For Christians this question seems very basic, but for those who do not know him, the answers put forward by mainstream culture are often incomplete or incorrect. Answers like, “Jesus is the baby in the manger at Christmas. Jesus is a mythical figure made up by the church. Jesus was a great teacher. Jesus was a good man and a good example to follow. Jesus was the guy in the musical Jesus Christ Superstar who died at the end.”
While many in Australia have lost interest in organised religion and the church, there is still strong interest in Jesus. As Jesus’ followers we need to be ready to answer questions about “Who he is?” and why we believe this.
This Sunday we’ll help equip you to answer this question as we look at who Jesus is and what evidence exists to support our answers.
Sunday Readings: John 12:37, 42-46 & Mark 14:60-64
Podcasts of weekly messages are available at www.paravista.org.au
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 churchenquiries@paravista.org.au with your request.
In Kingdom Kids this term, our focus is “Serving in our Church”. If you are a parent or grandparent, please remember to have your child or grandchild serve alongside you in your ministry area at least once this term. This will give the children an opportunity to think about where they might like to serve in their church as they grow.
Last Sunday we enjoyed a presentation from the Worship Hosting Ministry. Perry explained to the children the many different ways people serve each Sunday. The children were encouraged to serve alongside their parents if they are currently serving in this ministry.
Activity folders will be available for the children and Personal Journals available for the older children for use during services.
Fathers’ Day
On Fathers’ Day, 6th September, we would like to invite families to arrive at 10am in the school library. Craft materials will be available for families to respond creatively to two Bible readings for the day. At 10.25am we will all move into the church to worship. At the end of the service, families will be invited to come forward and share their creative responses. We look forward to finding out what God is showing us.
Faith at Home
August booklet out now! Pick up a copy of the August booklet at the Kingdom Kids Sign In desk and the parenting room.
Kathy L.
Children and Family Support Worker
Basic training for those interested in starting a small group;
or for those who’d like to be more effective in their small group.
Five Wednesday evenings from Sept 2 - Sept 30, 7:30-9pm
- Why small groups?
- Leading a small group
- Starting a small group
- Growing in Jesus as a small group
- Praying in the small group
Prerequisite: a love for Jesus and a love for people. Bring your Bible and a pen.
Each session will be held in the Education Centre (via main front entrance).
Register by August 31st via email: churchenquiries@paravista.org.au or ph: 8263 5087.
A minimum of 6 people will be required to run this workshop.
Pr Rolly Stahl
Noticeboard
Friends of Lutheran Archives - Why did Martin Luther see educational changes as critical for his theological reformation? What educational insights from Luther are relevant for the LCA today? Dr Malcolm Bartsch, emeritus ALC lecturer, will explore the topic 'Learning for faith and for life: Martin Luther as educational reformer in home, school, university and church' at the (FoLA) meeting on Monday August 24, 7.30 pm in Bethlehem House, Flinders Street, Adelaide. Supper & Gold coin donation. All welcome!
Sweet Aussie Grown Dried Apricots
Packs of 500g dried apricots at $11 each are available from the church office. Harvested and packed by Riverland Community Volunteers. Proceeds support Compassionate Ministries in Tonga through Nazcare Aust inc.
“Your word is a lamp to my feet
and a light for my path”
and a light for my path”
Psalm 119:105
