Looking back over our lives, we all have regrets over things we wish we hadn't done. Our attitudes, words, and actions may have damaged others – as well as ourselves.
Knowing that we’ve hurt people and disappointed God, it can be hard to move on. Feelings of failure and guilt can weigh heavy. If left unresolved, a deep sense of shame can creep into our inner world where we assume that we are unclean, unworthy, and unacceptable to God.
You may think that some of your past sins are too big and too terrible for God to forgive… that there is no hope for you.
Perhaps when you hear the words of forgiveness declared at a worship service, you think: "That's good for everyone else, but not for me...not after what I've done. How God can forgive me when I can't forgive myself?"
If looking back, you are still feeling the weight of failure, guilt, or shame, then Sunday’s message is for you: Getting past your personal failures.
Jesus promises: “If the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.” (John 8:36 NIV)
Bible Readings:
John 18:15-18, 25-27; 21:15-19 Peter fails – Jesus restores him.
1 Timothy 1:12-17 Paul’s summary of his failure – and God’s restoring grace.
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.
Kingdom Kids is on this Sunday at our 10.30am service. Toddler Zone will not be available this week.
Kingdom Youth and Family Shared Lunch
This Sunday our Kingdom Youth Year 5-7s will be having their last session for this term with a shared lunch afterwards with their families at 12 and we aim to finish up around 12.30pm. Parents and carers of Kingdom Youth please bring a plate of finger food to share. Serviettes and tea/coffee/cordial will be provided. Activity folders will be available for the younger children and Worship Journals available for the older children for use during this service.
Faith at Home
On the Kingdom Kids Display Board you will find a Taking Faith Home resource for the month of September that contains a month’s worth of daily bible readings.
Little Lambs Playgroup
Next week will be our last Playgroup for this term due to the school using the hall for their musical the following week. Come and join us for Playgroup on Wednesday mornings at 9.15am in the church hall. Come on over straight after dropping off the kids at school. Join other Mums and Dads and Grandies for a coffee and chat with activities for the little ones.
Last Friday night we had the pleasure of Jason Wain entertaining us with a great motivational talk explaining that we are the “light of the world” (Matthew 5:14) and not to be hidden away, and then there is nothing that “will be able separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” (Romans 8:39). Jason used two very powerful sporting moments to highlight these two verses. We then had some great small group discussion time around this. Of course we had some awesome fun times and games and naturally ate some too.
Our youth band led us for worship, which was very exciting, and then the youth band led us in worship on Sunday. Very exciting times in youth!!! See you next Friday for our last event.
Further details regarding youth contact Margot Mertin 0401 850814 or mmertin@paravista.org.au
Combined North Eastern Lutheran Youth
We have a date for the next event – 19th November – so mark it in your diaries.
From the office
Furniture surplus to requirement
A small number of tables are no longer required for use by playgroup. Tables can be viewed at the rear of the hall. If anyone has requirement or knowledge of someone in need please contact the office or Stephen on 8250 1690 or via churchenquiries@paravista.org.au
50th Anniversary
Reminder of dates:
Saturday Nov 5th social evening @ the church @7:30
Sunday Nov 6th celebratory church service at 10am followed by community lunch. Don’t forget to order you Anniversary wine. Keep an eye on the notice board in the hall for updated information
Board 2017
The Board is looking forward to 2017. We are always seeking new members to serve on the Board. The Board meets monthly and deals with matters such as finance, facilities, policies, In formation systems and welfare of staff.
We are still seeking someone who would be prepared to serve as congregational chair. Responsibilities are:
• preside at meetings of the Church Council and the Congregation;
• ensure that all elected and appointed officers and committees effectively carry out their assigned duties and generally encourage and cooperate with all office bearers
• ensure that an agenda is prepared for the meetings of the Church Council and the Congregation
• submit a report to the Annual General Meeting of the Congregation.
If you are interested in finding out more information please contact John Dolling 83675296.
September Board report
• the Board chair position for 2017 was discussed.
• It was decided to offer our existing altar furniture to Golden Grove congregation
• Extra money (up to $2000 from Asset Replacement Ac) allocated to complete new church furniture.
• Policies needing updating were identified
• Report on street sign – hopefully back in action by end of the month
• Preliminary discussion on 2017 budget
Synod report
Report on District Synod held earlier in the year at Loxton available from church office
Noticeboard
Professional Standards Workshop
Venue Salisbury Luth. Church 10 Waterloo Corner Road
Date 15th October 2016 Time 9am-4pm (sign-in from 8:45am) Cost: $35 per person
REGISTRATIONS ARE ESSENTIAL! Please register online at www.sa.lca.org.au
A new workshop providing a coordinated & comprehensive approach to:
• Health & Safety for congregations
• Prevention of harassment, bullying & abuse
• Complaints handling
• ChildSafe Team Member
This is more than a replacement for Safe Place and ChildSafe training
Lutheran Community Care
Adelaide: Looking for enthusiastic volunteers to work at Payneham Op Shop
We are currently in need of volunteers to help at our Payneham Op Shop, located at 236 Payneham Road. We are looking for people available on Monday and Wednesday to help in the shop during opening hours from 10.00am-3.00pm.
If you have some time to spare and would like to join a friendly team of volunteers contact Di at 08 8269 9300.
Barossa: Volunteers needed for bread delivery
Lutheran Community Care are seeking one or more volunteers to collect bread from Nuriootpa Foodland 2 mornings per week (Monday and Thursday) and deliver it to the LCC office on Second St. For more information, please contact Helen Walker on 8562 2688 or hwalker@lccare.org.au
The Fossils are in concert again this year supporting Lutheran Community Care
When: Saturday, 29 October from 7.30pm
Where: Concordia College, Highgate
Tickets: $20 Adult, $15 Concession and Groups of 10+, $10 Children 4-14 years (under 4 free)
Visit trybooking.com/MIPU to book tickets. All proceeds will support families in SA and NT through emergency relief, homelessness support and foster care.
Hymnfest
Help us raise resounding voices in our festival of hymns, as we sing praise and enjoy fellowship - all for a great cause.
Sunday 25 September 2:00pm
Trinity Lutheran Church
Grand Junction Rd, Hope Valley
As always, admission is free. Besides the praise and worship, we’ll share about our work and take up a freewill offering for Get the Word Out to South Africa. Funds will go to Bible Society projects, including a discipleship course through the South African prison system and Bible-based literacy courses for disadvantaged children.
For details or enquiries please contact Steve Bengtsson at steve.bengtsson@biblesociety.org.au or by calling 8292 4804 or 0400 220 416
We are sad, but we are always full of joy.
2 Corinthians 6:10
