This Sunday we continue to unpack the story of Jonah in our worship series: Growing God’s heart for ALL people.
Jonah rejected God’s command to go to Nineveh, and ended up having a three day ‘spiritual retreat’ inside a huge fish. After getting spewed up onto dry land, the word of the LORD came to Jonah a second time: “Go to the great city of Nineveh and proclaim to it the message I give you.” (Jonah 3:1-2 NIV)
The LORD did not give up on Jonah – or on the people of Nineveh. The LORD spared them and gave them a second chance.
Have you ever messed up so bad – and felt so guilt ridden and ashamed that you wondered whether God was finished with you?
Truth is God never gives up on you! Jesus is God’s lifeline of grace, redemption and hope. In Christ, we have a future in God’s good plans!
Jesus came into the world to save sinners – people who’ve messed up in all sorts of ways – just like Jonah, just like me, just like you… and just like every other person on this planet.
Thank God for second chances!
Bible Readings: Jonah 3
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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 will commence this Sunday 20th August with a shared family lunch. If your child is now in year 5 or about 10 years of age they are welcome to participate. If you would like to register your child for Step Up, please ring the church office on 8263 5087 or email your details to churchenquiries@paravista.org.au by August 18th.
Kingdom Kids
Kingdom Kids will be available this Sunday at our 10.30am service for Reception – Year 7s. Please note that due to the Step Up luncheon we will not be providing lunch for our Kingdom Youth so please come and collect them at 12 sharp from the OSCH room in the school. Thank you. 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
Playgroup has now moved back to the church hall. Due to the chilly winter mornings we will be adjusting our start time to 10am finishing round 11.30am on Wednesdays. 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 night we looked in depth at the parable of The Rich Young Man and established what is really important to us and where Jesus fits into that. On Monday we served at Meet’n’Eat and this was very rewarding for all those who came along and served. We will be looking at making this a regular event, a great way of giving back to our community. Our next event will be next Friday 25th August.
Further details regarding youth contact Margot Mertin 0401 850814 or Margot.Mertin@paravista.org.au
NELY (North Eastern Lutheran Youth)
Our next exciting event is scheduled for Saturday 26th August and will be held at St Paul, Blair Athol. It will be a day of gameshow fun, friendship, fellowship and food. Event is open to all young people in school years 5 to 12. Cost is $15 to cover dinner, snacks and hours of fun. Tickets must be purchased prior to the event. These are on sale now until 23rd August via www.nely260817.eventbrite.com.au Looking forward to seeing you all then. Any further queries plase contact Margot Mertin 0401 850814.
Maranatha Health
It's blooming wonderful to celebrate Maranatha Health with you at our Spring Party!
Saturday 16 September
10am-12pm (presentation at 10:45am)
Knightsbridge Baptist Church Hall & Garden, 455 Glynburn Rd, Leabrook SA
Delicious morning refreshments (brunch) provided, with traditional Ethiopian coffee and espresso coffee for sale. Enjoy live music, lawn games and peruse market stalls for homemade, African and original wares for sale (proceeds to MH).
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) 12 September contact@maranathahealth.org
Notice Board
Winter Appeal – Donate and Give Hope
This winter we are asking you to donate and give hope to those who need it most.
Many of the people that Lutheran Community Care meets are homeless and they urgently need assistance this winter. Not only have they survived the circumstances which have resulted in homelessness, the isolation they often experience adds a further burden and getting support can be difficult. With your help, we can help people get back on their feet and experience hope again. Please visit www.lccare.org.au or phone 8269 9333 to make a donation. All donations over $2 are tax deductible.
Dried apricots
For sale in the church office at $12 per 500gm pack which will help support ministries in Cambodia and Tonga.
Employment and Volunteer opportunities at the LCA
Employment
Project Coordinator - Lutheran Community Care, Blair Athol SA
Education Leader - Lutheran Schools Association SA, NT & WA, North Adelaide SA
youth ministry coordinator - St Michael's Lutheran Church, Hahndorf SA
Volunteer’s role:
Overseas Mission
Photographers
Please visit www.lca.org.au for more details.
Lutheran Homes Glynde Spring Fair 2017
is on Saturday 9th SEPTEMBER, from 9.00am till lunchtime at 22 Avenue Road Glynde.
Stalls include Biscuits and Cakes, Books, CD’s, Craft, Jams & Chutneys, Jewellery, Plants and Toys plus Devonshire Tea and continuous Sausage Sizzle.
Proceeds go to LHI Resident Care Facility projects at Glynde. If you have any questions or donations for the fair please contact Marion Schubert 8336 4361
Faith can move mountains
Matthew 17:20
