If you were living in constant fear of death, and someone came along who could offer your security and life forever, would you remain in slavery to fear? Or would you leave that behind to walk in newness of life?
At the start of his ministry, Jesus announces new possibilities: “The time has come. The kingdom of God has come near. Repent and believe the good news!” (Mark 1:15)
Jesus is the Messiah-King who establishes the Kingdom of God. He invites all people to enter his kingdom. How? Repent and believe the good news.
Some say that repentance comes first and believing comes next. I think they are two sides of the same coin.
Jesus is good news. In Jesus, God comes to do all people good, offering us something better than we can ever manage on our own. When we believe the good news of Jesus, then we can turn away from all the stuff that is messing us up, and enjoy the kingdom life he promises: life to the full.
Come along this Sunday as we unpack Jesus’ call and invitation: “Repent and believe the good news!”
Pr Rolly Stahl
Bible Readings: Mark 1:14-20, Mark 10:13-16.
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Vacancy - Young Families Coordinator
The Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Para Vista is seeking someone with a passion for seeing young people and their families progress their faith journeys, to join their ministry team in a new, exciting position – ‘Young Families Coordinator’ on either a 0.8 or 1.0 basis.
In conjunction with the congregational Lead Pastor, this position will be the primary connection between the congregation and the onsite Good Shepherd Lutheran Primary School.
In addition, with the support of other teams, this role also includes the leadership and oversight for the care and spiritual development of people in 12 – 23 years age groups.
This is a leadership role that includes developing ministry vision, preparing, nurturing and equipping teams, and intentional ministry planning.
The successful applicant will be driven by a passion for ministry involving children, young families and schools. They will also bring a natural ability to develop meaningful personal connections for ministry using good communication skills.
The ability to work in a team and with other teams is essential.
For more information please contact the office or via the net at http://www.lca.org.au/departments/ministry-support/church-worker-support/calls-employment-volunteering/ under Young Families Coordinator.
Ladies Fellowship
Meeting 6th February – early start @12pm. Bring your own Lunch. Fruit platter provided
Bible study: Pastor Reid
From the Office
Air-conditioning
Air conditioning has been installed in all the new areas and is in the completion stages in the hall. PLEASE turn the units on and off using only the on/off button. The units have been pre-set for the most economical use and effectiveness and adjusting the settings may render the unit ineffective. For any issues relating to the units please advise the Admin Manager or speak with office staff.
Parking lot safety – One Way Traffic
Remember traffic flow is one way entering from Montague road and exiting through the rear gate AT ALL TIMES. Please do not ‘sneak out’ onto Montague road after hours. As this is a shared area speed is restricted to 10KPH.
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Australian Lutheran College (ALC) – preparing tomorrow’s teachers
Do you know someone who is currently studying or is about to commence studying a teaching degree? No matter where they are in Australia, ALC offers students the opportunity to complete many of the requirements to be eligible for accreditation as a teacher in a Lutheran school, while concurrently studying a teaching degree at another university.
The Lutheran Strand is a program which helps to prepare teachers to teach Christian Studies. It adds a Christian Studies minor to initial teaching studies and is highly regarded by those who employ teachers in Lutheran and other Christian schools. Many Bachelor of Education programs have elective spaces where Lutheran Strand units can be studied and cross credited.
For more information visit www.alc.edu.au or contact the college on free call 1800 625 193
or email set@alc.edu.au
Dried apricots
For sale in the church office at $12 per 500gm pack which will help support ministries in Cambodia and Tonga.
Craft Group
We are a group of ladies who meet together most weeks to craft and also support, encourage, affirm and celebrate one another. We each bring our own craft to do: knitting, crocheting, sewing, embroidery, quilting/applique, just to name a few of the crafts that we do regularly. Sometimes, not much craft gets done; we just sit and talk for 2 hours!
When: Thursday evenings @ the GSPV Lutheran Church
Time: 7.30 – 9.30pm
“I consider that our present sufferings
are not worth comparing
with the glory that will be revealed in us.”
Romans 8:18 NIV
