Friday, January 29, 2016

Coming alongside to care

At the 1976 Special Olympics in Seattle, nine contestants lined up the 100 yard dash. At the sound of the starting gun, they all started off, making their best effort to run toward the finish line. That is, except for the one young boy who stumbled soon after his start, tumbled to the ground and began to cry.

Two of the other racers, hearing the cries of the boy who fell, slowed down and looked back at him. Without hesitation, they turned around and ran toward the injured boy and helped him to his feet. All three of them then linked arms and together they walked to the finish line. By the time the trio reached the end, everyone in the stands was standing and cheering, some with tears rushing down their faces.(1)

Forgetting self to care for others - we see it clearly in Jesus.  Does he see that in us?  This Sunday we will explore three different aspects of Coming Alongside to Care

(1) Adapted from Crossing the Finishing Line Together, http://www.uua.org/re/tapestry/children/loveconnects/session4/161765.shtml

Bible Readings: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-18
Podcasts of weekly messages are available at www.paravista.org.au


Kingdom Kids
Kingdom Kids is now on holidays.
Activity folders will be available for the children and Personal Journals available for the older children for use during services.

Faith at Home
February booklet out now!  Pick up a copy of the February booklet at the Kingdom Kids Sign In desk and the parenting room.

Invigor8 2016
Save the date! Please let me know if you will be attending as we would love to organise a couple of car loads.
See following for more information:-
http://us12.campaign-archive2.com/?u=4b768c755c4bc9ff0c27bd5ac&id=a68b9c3737&e=faa008aa19

Kathy Liebig - Children and Family Support Worker

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.

Employment Opportunity at Good Shepherd
Reception Administration (Part Time)
An exciting opportunity exists to join Good Shepherd’s staff team in the area of reception and administration. This role supports the mission of the congregation through providing a welcoming reception for all enquiries and administration support to the ministry teams.

The successful applicant will be a committed Christian with good communication skills, the ability to work in a team environment and experience in front office reception and administration. 

Given this role involves working directly with ministry staff and Good Shepherd members it is anticipated the successful applicant will be, or would become, a member of the Good Shepherd church community. 

Remuneration and conditions for this position will be discussed with the successful applicant

A position description is available on request from church office- churchenquiries@paravista.org.au or by phoning 8263 5087.

All Applications are to be:
Written addressing the Position/Person Description and including the contact details of three referees
(two professional and one pastoral), marked confidential and sent to:
Administration Manager, PO Box 306, Modbury North, SA  5092
or emailed to szanker@paravista.org.au
Applications close 3pm, Monday 8th February 2016


From the Office

People required learning Sound Desk and Power Point
If you are willing to learn how to be part of the sound team and PowerPoint team we are eagerly looking for people to train. You will be connected with one of our senior team members and given plenty of training and hands on experience.

All ages and both men and women are encouraged to try serving in this area.
Contact worship@paravista.org.au or phone church office on 8263 5087.

Noticeboard

REFORMATION TOUR –June 14-26 ($5150)
Walk in the steps of Calvin and Luther. Visit the beauty of Switzerland and Germany. Discover how the Protestant faith began. Come onto Prague if you like ($860) and/or join us for an
8 days Classical Danube River Cruise (from $4050)
Flights extra. Small group. Prices subject to exchange rates.
Rev Dr John Lucas Mob. +61448132262
Email: john@walkingfree.com.au
Itinerary at www.pilgrimtours.com/groups/walkingfreereformation.htm

Lutheran Community Care
Loaves & Fishes – for January, we invite you to replenish our Emergency Relief shelves with:
2 Minute Noodles, Canned Green, Vegetables, Spreads eg: Jam, Vegemite & Toilet Paper
Thank you for helping us help others.
Your LCC representative will ensure we receive your donation.


Start children off on the way they should go, 
and even when they are old they will not turn from it.
Proverbs 22:6 NIV