God made famous is our current worship series at Good Shepherd. Over the last few weeks we have looked at how we can spread the fame of God through radical acts of love, through the way we respond to suffering and through sharing the life changing message of Jesus.
This Sunday we finish off the series by looking at God made famous through generosity. As we work through what the apostle Paul wrote to the Christians in Corinth we will not only hear how God promises to provide all we need to be generous, but also how our generosity will inspire people to give thanks to God. Our generosity will point people to our generous God and further spread the fame of Jesus.
Sunday Readings: 2 Corinthians 8:1-14 NLT and 2 Corinthians 9:6-13 NLT
Podcasts of weekly messages are available at www.paravista.org.au
A Vicar for Good Shepherd
We are pleased to announce that Dan Mueller has been assigned to Good Shepherd for his 6 month vicarage placement beginning in mid-December. Dan is in his fourth year of training at Australian Lutheran College to be a pastor in the Lutheran Church. Dan has already been leading worship and preaching at Good Shepherd as part of his fieldwork for his studies.
For those of you who are not familiar with vicarage placement, essentially it is a 6 month internship where Dan gets to experience life in a congregation full time and serving as a ‘student pastor’ under the supervision of Pastor Rolly.
As members of Good Shepherd you play an important role in Dan’s vicarage by encouraging and supporting him in his development and welcoming him and his family.
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.
Planning Workshop Sessions
Please join us for two interactive sessions to help address some important issues for our church community.
When: 7.30pm, Tuesday 20th October and 7.30pm Tuesday 3rd November
RSVP: Please advise us of your attendance by welcome card, calling or emailing the church office by Sunday 18th October.
This Sunday at our 10.30am service, our Kingdom Kids will combine in the school library to begin preparing for the ‘Children and Families Christmas Celebration Service’ to be held on Sunday 29th November. This year we hope to have children and parents involved. We would love for you to join us!
Activity folders will be available for the children and Personal Journals available for the older children for use during services.
Faith at Home
October booklet out now! Pick up a copy of the October booklet at the Kingdom Kids Sign In desk and the parenting room.
Baby Zone
Did you know that Baby Zone runs during the school term at our 10.30am services for 0-2 year olds? In Baby Zone we talk about the same simple topic for one month.
Our topic for October is: Jesus Loves Children
Jesus Loved the Little Children (See Mark 10:13-16)
Jesus Loves the Children (See Mark 10:16)
This month your child will:
• hear songs and words about Jesus’ love for children;
• feel loved by caring teachers;
• participate in play activities that teach them about Jesus’ love.
If you haven't been to Baby Zone before we would like to encourage you and your toddler to come and find out about Jesus’ love!
Kathy L.
Children and Family Support Worker
Good Shepherd Remembrance Service
Following a suggestion from our widows, we’re planning a Remembrance Service for Saturday November 7th, 1:30pm. The aims are to remember loved ones who have died, to share our grief with one another, and to seek God’s comfort in Jesus.
As part of that service, we would like to offer family members and friends an opportunity to light a candle. If someone can organise a suitable sand tray or stand for lit candles, please let me know. We also would like to read out a list of names of those being remembered. If you would like a loved one’s name to be read out, please supply their name and date of death to our Church Office – or write it on your Connect Card at Sunday worship.
Following the service, there will be an afternoon cuppa in the hall.
Pr Rolly Stahl
Maranatha Health
Our next fundraising stall will be held in November and we'd love your help, so put your creativity to work in any way you can to support the vital work of Maranatha Health. For updates and stories of lives changed check out www.maranathahealth.org
Ladies Fellowship
Next meeting Tuesday 27 October Para Vista Hall, 1pm
Christmas lunch for members and spouses on the first Tuesday of December at 12 noon
Budget 2015
January thru September 2015
Total Offering - Budget $385,500 Actual $378,467. DEFICIT $7,033
January thru September 2015 – Total Income & Expenses
Total Income - Budget $404,997 Actual $400,691. SHORTFALL $4,306
Total Expenses - Budget $397,207 Actual $361,651. SHORTFALL $35,556
Project SURPLUS for 2015 $26,326 against Budget deficit of $4,175
Brief report on progress since last Board meeting:
• The September offerings were $1,090 under budget.
• Plate was $450 over and REG was $1,540 under budget for the month.
• Expenses were well under budget in both August & September. All budget areas were under budget with Staff expenses > $4k under budget for both months.
• Although income is under budget due to offerings we are heading for a reasonable surplus on back of staff expenses well under budget. This has also had effect on spending in other areas being below budget.
• August & September figures have been perused and appear in order.
Regular Electronic Giving (REG)
REG is a way for our members to regularly support the work of our church. Details of transactions are kept totally confidential. None of your personal details are given to the congregation or treasurer. The treasurer is only advised of the total amount credited to the account for the month. For those who are altering their giving through REG or wish to start giving via REG the appropriate forms are available from the information rack at the rear of the auditorium or via this link http://www.lll.org.au/giving_through_the_lll/regular_electronic_giving_reg
Use account number 52752S1, BSB 704942
Alternatively deposits can be made to the following bank account details
If transferring from an LLL account, use account number 52752S1, BSB 704942.
If transferring from another banking institution, use account number 100354939, BSB 704942
Hall Floor
The hall floor has been resurfaced. I thank you for your assistance in removing any spills straight away and lifting furniture to prevent damage.
Air conditioners
The evaporative coolers in the church have been opened for the summer months. Overview instructions for use are situated on the wall next to the controllers. If you experience any problem using the units, please inform the administration manager during office hours or leave a note in the communications book in the hall kitchen.
Not receiving monthly roster via email?
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Download the app
Our church app is now available to download, search 'Good Shepherd Lutheran Church' in the app store for iPhones or the play store for Android phones”
Time-Out Devotion Book
Pre orders for the 2016 devotion book are now being taken. The books will be available early in December for $22 per copy.
The book provides Christian devotions by Australian writers for each day of the calendar year.
Please advise the church office churchenquiries@paravista.org.au or phone 8263 5087 to order your copy, by October 20th.
Lutheran Community Care - Loaves & Fishes
This October we invite you to replenish our Emergency Relief shelves with:
Canned Fruit, Canned Vegetables, Condensed Canned Soup, Milk, Sugar
Thank you for helping us help others.
Your LCC representative will ensure we receive your donation.
Mendelssohn Festival
ADELAIDE TOWN HALL, Friday Oct 23rd, 8:00 pm OR Saturday, Oct 24th, 6:30pm, Mendelssohn Festival. Glorious Lutheran Musical heritage courses through the Bach inspired music of Mendelssohn's creative program featuring the Reformation Symphony, No 5, arias from St Matthew's Passion and other compositions. Bookings are at BASS, PH 131 246.
Sunday 25th October at 6.30 pm at Golden Grove Lutheran Church where the movie “Holy Ghost Reborn” will be screened. A sausage sizzle will be available beforehand at 5.45 pm for a gold coin donation. RSVP by 23rd October to holyghostgg@outlook.com
Please note this movie is in place of the normal Salt Factory service and runs for approx. 2 hours. Pastor Michael Dutschke will be in attendance for discussion following the movie and Paul Napier will lead any individual prayer request following the movie.
Friends of Lutheran Archives (FoLA)
The next meeting will be on Monday 26th October, 7.00 pm (please note the change of time), at Bethlehem House, Flinders Street, for the AGM, followed by guest speaker, Dr Christine Lockwood.
RELATIONSHIP COURSE: Preparing for Marriage
Calling all brides, grooms and newlyweds - register for the upcoming Preparing for Marriage weekend to learn techniques to build a strong and health marriage for years to come. Our trained facilitator will cover topics including coping with stress, family background, intimacy and sex, communication, and values and faith.
When: 7-8 November
Where: Good Shepherd Primary School, 388 Montague Road, Para Vista SA
Cost: $160 per couple
Register online at trybooking.com/IUZK
“For God so loved the world
that he gave his one and only Son,
that whoever believes in him
shall not perish but have eternal life”
that he gave his one and only Son,
that whoever believes in him
shall not perish but have eternal life”
John 3:16
