Theologian Leslie Newbigin wrote ‘[the church] exists for the sake of those who are not members, as sign, instrument, and foretaste of God’s redeeming grace. What does this actually mean?
Sign: The church is a sign, pointing people to a reality that is right around the corner – the kingship of Jesus and his imminent return.
Foretaste: Like a movie trailer the church is where people can get a taste of the future in the present. When the church is a foretaste we demonstrate what life is like when people live under the rule and reign in the power of the Spirit.
Instrument: The church is not just a sign and foretaste, but also an instrument. Like a tool in the hands of God we are used to help shape God’s preferred future for this planet.
This Sunday we will look at four essential elements of God’s reign to help us understand what it is and how our lives can be like a sign or a foretaste of them.
Bible Readings: Matthew 28:16-20; 2 Corinthians 5:17-21
Podcasts of weekly messages are available at www.paravista.org.au
This Sunday at the 10.30am service we will be relaunching Kingdom Kids. Come along to find out how we want to build disciples of Jesus from birth.
If you feel that now is the time to serve in Kingdom Kids, then please contact Kathy Liebig at kliebig@paravista.org.au
Kingdom Kids will be resuming the following Sunday 31 July in its new format.
Activity Folders and Worship Journals will be available for the kids during worship.
Faith at Home
Pick up a copy of the July Faith at Home booklet from the Kingdom Kids Sign-in desk or the parenting room. Or use the booklet via the Good Shepherd phone app!
Playgroup
Little Lambs Playgroup recommences on Wednesday 27 July at 9.15 in the church hall. Please come along with some pre cut fruit to share. We would love to see you!”
Children and Family Ministry Team
Kathy Liebig
It has been very exciting and encouraging to see the amount of young people from Ignite Youth whom have attended and lead on Christian Life Week over both weeks of these school holidays. The years 7-9 campers are currently away and the year 10-12 campers head off next week. Camps are an amazing way of people building their relationships with God.Term 3 returns for youth on Friday 29th July. As this is an Olympic year we will be kicking the term off with our own “Ignite Olympics”, and it will held be at the usual time of 7-9.30pm. Stay tuned for the updated flyer for next term.
Further details regarding youth contact Margot Mertin 0401 850814 or mmertin@paravista.org.au
Combined North Eastern Lutheran Youth
Our next event is scheduled for Saturday 27th August. This event will be open for young people in school years 5 to 12. More details to follow shortly.
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.
Dear GSPV Lutheran Family,
Thank you so much for helping us during this very difficult time. Your kindness and concern for our family means a great deal to us. We appreciate all the love and support that everyone has extended to us during this period of sadness. Sooty, Jade & Kira
Weekly Monday Night Prayer Meetings
Following our 30 days of prayer, there will be an ongoing prayer meeting held at the church every Monday evening 7:30-8:30PM. Everyone is welcome and there will be at least one member of the prayer team on hand to lead. Please come along to uphold our church and ministry in prayer. We look forward to seeing you there.
From the Office
Adelaide Show Outreach
The Bible League requires volunteers at the combined churches Adelaide Show Outreach Stand. This is an opportunity to reach people of Adelaide with a saving message of the gospel through other ways. Training is provided and a senior member of the team is always available to serve alongside volunteers. For further information please contact Stephen or the church office 8263 5087or churchenquiries@paravista.org.au before Friday 29th July.
Lost property
A number of items are accidently left or left in the church and kitchen each week. If you have misplaced an item of clothing or other, the lost property box is located under the worship cupboard in the rear foyer. Items left in the lost property box or the kitchen for more than 6 weeks will be offered to Lutheran Community Care for disposal.
Noticeboard
You can still support families this winter
This winter we are asking you to help us build a brighter future for thousands. Through your gift together we can build an Australia where new arrivals are welcomed, the homeless are supported, and children are cared for. Donations $2 and over are tax deductible.
Visit the LCC website at www.lccare.org.au or contact LCC at 08 8269 9333 to help someone going without this winter.
Lutheran Nurses
Monday 25th July at 7.30pm
Venue is the District Office at 137 Archer St, North Adelaide with entry from the rear. Guest speaker is Julie Roberts, Social Worker on "Advance Health Care Directives and Discharge Planning". All are welcome not just nurses, CPD evidence is available for nurses.
“And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them”
Romans 8:28
