Sometimes it’s embarrassing when I forget someone’s name, or where I left my car keys, or the things that were on my to do list. Some people would like to say that the older one gets the more likely they are to forget things, but I’m not sure it’s about age. I think some of it is that life has a tendency to be packed full and when our brains are replete with thoughts, new information pushes necessary information out the backdoor and we’re left befuddled wondering how we got to where we were.
That’s why we need someone to remind us.
In John chapter thirteen, the disciples have been traveling with Jesus on their discipleship journey. Jesus has just washed their feet – many of them were wondering how the master could possibly wash the servants’ feet. As if their brains weren’t full enough, Jesus then moves on to tell them that one of the twelve will betray him. All thoughts of washing feet were pushed out the back door with this new information. Jesus then tells Peter that he will disown him, literally give up ownership, and that Peter will deny him three times.
A mind can only take so much, so when the last straw is thrown on top of the back of the mental camel and Jesus tells them that he is permanently going away, it’s almost as if the disciples can’t even begin to process what’s going on. Not only is the brain full, but the circuits are overblown and as they gaze at him, like sheep, it’s as if they’ve forgotten who he is and what he came for.
Enter the mind of Jesus in John 14.
Jesus knows that he is going away and that he can’t remain with them forever, so he will send someone who will remind them, someone who will live with them and in them. Someone who will bring the power to overcome sin, death and the devil so that they can reform their thoughts and hearts in him, Christ Jesus.
Follow me through the mind of Christ this week as we discuss the greatest gift in the world ever given to humankind.
Pr Reid Matthias
Bible Reading: John 14:15-27
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Prayer Requests
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Congregation and School AGM’s
The AGM’s of the congregation and school will be held on Sunday 27th May at 12:30pm. The Maranatha Team will provide a soup lunch after the second service. Information regarding the congregational meeting has been emailed, and will also be available in hard copy on Sunday 20th May.
Main items for the congregational meeting:
• Presentation of 2017 audited accounts
• Report from Pastor Reid
• Report on Facilities Redevelopment
Youth – Save the dates
Youth Night – Activities
Friday 15th June
Combined with Golden Grove Lutheran Youth
Metro CLW
School years 7-9: 9th to 13th July
School years 10-12: July 16th to 20th July
More information on both of these coming soon!
Cancer Council
Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea
Please join the church and school communities for morning tea in the church café area
Friday 1st June at 9.15am, after chapel
Monetary donation towards the Cancer Council appreciated
For further information, please contact Tina Pfeiffer 0409 690 070
From the Office
Finance Report
Offerings
January – April 2018
Total Offerings – Budget $173,000 Actual $160,447 UNDER $12,553
Budget Summary
January – March 2018
Total Income – Budget $136,020 Actual $124,781 UNDER $11,239
Total Expenses – Budget $135,544 Actual $114,889 UNDER $20,665
Notes since last Board meeting:
• Offerings in April were around $2,300 below budget. Offerings were slightly above March but still below budget equally for plate and REG.
• Income is below budget due to Offerings.
• Expenses well under budget mainly due to Staff expenses and Plant. However Staff expenses will increase due to new position being filled and being closer to budget for remaining of the year.
Kitchen Café Instructions manuals
Manuals for the operation of equipment in the kitchen and Cafe area have been placed into the appropriate areas. Please be patient as they are still in compilation for completion. Please refer to these manuals as a first reference for the operation of equipment.
Check list for the use of areas
A check list of tasks on completion of use of all facility areas has been placed into the areas for reference. If you use one of the areas please check the area has been left appropriately. Remember you may be the next user of the facility.
Security of church
Request members on locking facility do a complete building check prior to setting the alarm. As you move through the building shut all the doors and windows pushing on double doors to ensure second door is locked. Please take note of the keypad near the office entry and it there are staff names on the key pad please do not set the alarm.
Lighting the facility
If you use the facility after hours please ensure the lights in the ablutions and the front foyer are turned off. These are not yet connected to the main control panel. A number of lights will come on after hours for security and are not able to be switched off.
Entertainment Books
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The Entertainment Book of vouchers cost $70, with Digital Membership for Apple or Android devices also available. A percentage from each sale benefits Good Shepherd Lutheran School fundraising projects.
Orders may be placed online at https://www.entertainmentbook.com.au/orderbooks/161r565 or in cash at the school office. For further information, please contact Sharon on 8264 7966
Regular Electronic Giving (REG) www.lll.org.au/REG
REG is a way for our members to regularly support the work of our church. Details of transactions are kept totally confidential. None of your personal details are given to the congregation or treasurer. The treasurer is only advised of the total amount credited to the account for the month. For those who are altering their giving through REG or wish to start giving via REG, the appropriate forms are available from the table at the rear of the auditorium or via this link http://www.lll.org.au/giving_through_the_lll/regular_electronic_giving_reg use account number 52752S1, BSB 704942.
Alternatively deposits can be made to the following bank account details.
If transferring from an LLL account, use account number 52752S1, BSB 704942.
If transferring from another banking institution, use account number 100354939, BSB 704942.
Notice Board
Time is running out!!!
Bible Society Australia has had positive feedback to the new film documentary called “For the Love of God” which is screening currently all over the country. You are encouraged to be equipped by this film as it is suitable also for non-Christian people. Invite and take an interested friend. There is a screening at HOYTS Tea tree Plaza Modbury on Mon 4th June 6pm.
The tickets need to be purchased on-line before the event. To buy tickets https://fan-force.com/screenings/for-the-love-of-god-hoyts-tea-tree-plaza-sa/
Click here for more information on the film, and click here to watch the trailer.
Plant Stall
Our popular plant stall will be held on 3rd June after both services. This is an opportunity to support the valuable work of the Family Zone Hub at Ingle Farm. Lutheran Community Care have established this centre and it's right on our doorstep, so we are keen to encourage their work with families in need.
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“But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have told you.”
John 14:26
