This week, we’re taking a journey to understand the immensely rewarding but inherently problematic path to rediscovering shalom through reconciliation. We don’t stop at forgiveness; that is simply the first step and then we move to repair the connection so that we have relationship, covenant, community and faithfulness restored.
The entire Bible is a book of reconciliation.
In fact, Paul writes specifically about it in Romans 5:8-10,
But God proves his love for us in that while we still were sinners Christ died for us. Much more surely then, now that we have been justified by his blood, will we be saved through him from the wrath of God. For if while we were enemies, we were reconciled to God through the death of his Son, much more surely, having been reconciled, will we be saved by his life.
Find out through the story of Peter how God reconciles himself to us through Christ so that we might do the same for others.
Bible Readings: 2 Corinthians 5:10-21, John 21:15-19
Podcasts of weekly messages are available at www.paravista.org.au
Weekly Message Sheets
To cut back on wastage the message sheets will no longer be handed out with the Connect Cards, but will be available upon request from the Worship Hosts.
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.
Our Step Up - Preparing for First Communion in 2017 program is in progress. Please keep these young people and their families in your prayers as they explore Holy Communion.
Kingdom Kids
Kingdom Kids will be available this Sunday at our 10.30 service for 10 month – Year 4 aged children. Activity folders are available for the younger children and Worship Journals available for the older children for use during the services. Please help yourself to them in the narthex.
Growing Faith at Home
Now available on our church Face Book page! To encourage families to keep growing in their faith at home each week.
Little Lambs Playgroup
Little Lambs Playgroup meets in the church hall on Wednesday mornings during school term. Our start time for the remainder of term 3 is 10am finishing round 11.30am. Please bring pre cut fruit to share. Join other Mums and Dads and Grandies for a coffee and chat with activities for the little ones.
Last Friday we held our first bible study. Some very interesting discussions around envy and contentment came up, and how it can effect every single one of us. We learnt some grounding strategies and also how to use scripture to help us overcome these struggles. This will be fortnightly, running opposite nights to our youth events. The series we are looking into is “Following Jesus in a selfie-centred world” – by Craig Groeschel.
This Friday we have our next event – Jesus- Who Am I – Part IV. We are having a Girl / Guy night with a difference – we will be having a “Battle of The Sexes”. Lots of fun and games planned, as well as some quiet girl/guy discussion time. There will be supper at the usual cost of $2 and we are now offering $1 cans of soft drink for purchase as well. Looking forward to seeing you all then.
A lot of things happening with our young people, in events, in worship and serving, which is so exciting. Please contact me for further details regarding youth ministry - Margot Mertin 0401 850814 or Margot.Mertin@paravista.org.au
Maranatha Health
It's blooming wonderful to celebrate Maranatha Health with you at our Spring Party!
Saturday 16th September
10am-12pm (presentation at 10:45am)
Knightsbridge Baptist Church Hall & Garden, 455 Glynburn Rd, Leabrook SA
This event is a thank you to our supporters, a welcome to new supporters, and a chance for to hear about the latest developments in Uganda.
BYO rugs or chairs
Gold coin donation
Please RSVP for catering purposes (incl. dietary needs) 12th September contact@maranathahealth.org
From the Office
For Sale - or make an offer!
Shelving 3400mm long, 430mm deep, and 1170mm high constructed of timber and steel. $40 or make an offer.
2 microwaves from old kitchen. $30 each or make an offer.
Items can be viewed by contacting Stephen Zanker.
Building and facilities maintenance – occasional/casual
Good Shepherd is looking for a person who produces quality work in efficient time. Such a person will have general handyman or carpentry skills to a high standard, ability to patch and paint walls, and will maintain a neat and tidy worksite.
Hours will be as need arises, and rates of pay according to skills required.
Please contact Stephen on 8263 5087 or churchenquiries@paravista.org.au for further information.
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LCC job vacancies
Several job opportunities have become available at Lutheran Community Care in the last week. Please visit www.lccare.org.au/careers.html for more information.
Dried apricots
For sale in the church office at $12 per 500gm pack which will help support ministries in Cambodia and Tonga.
FOSSILS fundraising concert
Tickets are now on sale for the FOSSILS live in concert. The FOSSILS (Folkies of the Sixties Sing Iconic Legendary Songs), featuring Peter Combe, Brian Loffler, Alan Hartley, Hugh Rudham and Monica Christian, will bring to life the best folk songs of the 60s and 70s.
This year, we are extending the event and invite you to join us early, from 6pm, for live pre-show entertainment, drinks and appetisers. There will also be a pop-up op shop and mystery boxes to be won! All proceeds support our programs helping vulnerable families and children, many of which are run entirely on the generosity of our donors.
When: Friday, September 29th
Where: Concordia College Chapel, corner of Cheltenham St & Balmoral St, Highgate
Time: Pre-show entertainment from 6pm, concert doors open 7.15pm
Tickets: Adults $25, Concession/Pensioner/Unwaged $15, Group of 10+ $20, Children $10
For tickets or enquiries, phone 8269 9333 or book online at trybooking.com/rjsn.
Items needed
LCC’s op shop at Blair Athol is in need of ornaments, vases, coffee cups, water glasses, saucepans, light electrical items and any other household items.
Our emergency relief program is also in need of blankets and bedsheets (single, double and queen) and pillows.
If you can help donate any of these items, please drop by 307 Prospect Road, Blair Athol.
“I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go;
I will counsel you with my eye upon you.”
Psalm 32:8
