LORD, how my foes increase!
There are many who attack me. (Psalm 3:1 HCSB)
Hang on a minute! That doesn’t sound like the ‘right’ way to start a prayer!
Join us this Sunday as we explore ‘Ways to Pray.’ Jesus and Saint Paul have some surprising answers as we look at the language of prayer, the posture of prayer, and the mindset of prayer.
Bible Readings: Matthew 27:45–50; Romans 8:26–27, 31–34
Podcasts of weekly messages are available at www.paravista.org.au
Re: Vacuum cleaner thank you
Many thanks for the four offers from church members regarding the vacuum cleaner request, it was greatly appreciated. It is wonderful to see people respond for a request so generously.
Thanks again
Steve
Kingdom Kids is on again this Sunday at our 10.30am service. 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 this service.
There will also be activity folders, personal journals and a range of kid’s bibles to use during the services.
Faith at Home
June Faith at Home booklet out now! Grab your copy from the Kingdom Kids sign-in desk or the parenting room, OR you can access it via the Good Shepherd phone app.
Playgroup
Please join us for Little Lambs Playgroup next Wednesday 9:15am in the church hall. Anyone is welcome and we would love to see you!
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.
Youth is on this Friday night 7pm-9.30pm. We will be looking at acknowledging God and how that might look for us in today’s world. Our theme for the term is “God’s Not Dead”, based on the hit movie of the same name. Doesn’t matter if you have not seen the movie or been to our previous events, come along anyway, it’s a great time to learn and explore with your peers. Come along for fellowship, food and fun. The cost is $2 to help cover the cost of supper.
Further details contact Margot Mertin 0401 850 814
Metro CLW
Camp for students in years 7-12 in July school holidays.
July 11-15 Years 7-9
July 18-22 Years 10-12
Details: www.blueprintministires.org.au/metroclw or pick up a card from the back of the church.
Blueprint Ministries Appeal Dinner
Saturday 25th June 2016 at the Marche Club in Paradise
Fundraising to support the ministry to children & families, youth & young adults in our district
Guest Speaker is Matt Cowdrey, our greatest ever Olympian
Tickets and more info available from www.blueprintappeal.org
This joint event includes years 5 and 6 as well as the 7-12. This promises to be a fun-filled event mixing with other young people in the area. Tickets on sale now via www.gspv250616.eventbrite.com.au
Feel free to bring a friend or two. Further details contact Margot Mertin 0401 850814.
PVLW Fellowship
On Tuesday, June 7th at 1pm we have our regular meeting and DOROTHY BUSCUMB, a member of our executive committee, will be sharing her story. She is a member of Good Shepherd and this may be an excellent opportunity for congregation members to get to know her. So you are all most welcome to join us as we hear Dorothy give us her personal profile. Pastor Noel starts with a short Bible Study at 1pm.
Fund Raising Luncheon
On Tuesday, JULY 5th at 12 noon, our Fellowship invites you to attend our annual luncheon here in Good Shepherd Hall. Invitations have gone out to other Northern Zone Fellowships, too, but we would really like congregation members to attend as well. We will cater for 80 people with wine, two courses, an excellent guest speaker and a few lucky door prizes. We also hope to have a trading table with many goodies for sale. Note the date of July not June. Men are most welcome, friends, partners, spouses. We look forward to seeing you there. Wish to book? Please contact RUTH OSTER on 8265 0221 or Email kroster@senet.com.au
From the office
Pre Call meeting
A reminder that the pre-call meeting will be held this Sunday June 5th at 12:30 pm
This is open to all who call Good Shepherd their church home. Following on from the pre-call survey, this is the next step in calling our new Lead Pastor. This meeting will identify the most important gifts our new pastor will need to continue to lead us in achieving our mission. I have met with Pastor Brian Schwarz who will be leading the meeting. He has indicated the meeting should be no longer than 1 hour.
This, together with the call meeting later in the year is the most important meetings for our congregation this year. I encourage you to attend this meeting and be part of this important decision.
There will be a BBQ lunch after the 10:30 service. Proceeds to LCC at Ingle Farm.
Report on AGM
• The 2015 Audit Financial Statement as tabled was accepted.
• Changed from Senior Pastor to Lead Pastor was adopted. The meeting also authorised changing Constitution/By Laws to reflect change of name from LCA President to LCA Bishop
• The Facilities Team was given authority to proceed with upgrading the cooling in the church and hall to be completed before the 50th Anniversary celebrations.
• The Call Team as nominated by the Board was adopted
Crucifix from the Alter
The crucifix has been removed from the alter in the sanctuary due to its poor condition. A considerable amount of the body fill has deteriorated from the wire frame. The worship team have decided to wait for a decision on the replacement sanctuary furniture before replacing the crucifix. If you have any issues concerning the removal, please talk to the Admin Manager (Stephen) or one of the ministers.
Improvements around the church
During the past heavy rains a leak in the roof above the main entry was discovered. This has now been repaired. There is a small amount of water damage to the interior of the building and this will be repaired in the near future. Another leak was detected exterior to the hall. Water source is still being investigated.
Vacancy
An opportunity exists for respondents to any security alarm events needing investigation at the church. All expressions of interest please contact Stephen on szanker@paravista.org.au, the office on 8263 5087 or mark security on your connect card.
Noticeboard
Sweet Aussie Grown Dried Apricots
Packs of 500g dried apricots at $12 each are available from the church office. Harvested and packed by Riverland Community Volunteers. Proceeds support Compassionate Ministries in Tonga through Nazcare Aust inc.
Biggest Morning Tea
Come and join us for a cuppa and raise money for the Cancer Council.
The Biggest Morning Tea will be held Thursday 16th June 9.30am in the church hall.
Toddlers and babies are welcome. Gold coin donation appreciated!
For further info contact Tina Pfeiffer 8263 8545 or Lenna Uebergang
“And Mary said: “My soul glorifies the Lord
and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior”
Luke 1:46-47
