In the book of 2 Samuel, David tells God that he wants to build Him a house – a temple – where sacrifices can be made and a place for God to live. But God cannot be kept captive in a building. In fact, the entire universe cannot contain the living God. So, God gives the okay for the bricks and mortar, beams and ballast, roof and flooring, but it will be a temple for his Name.
God has a completely different idea for His house. It will not be made out of bricks and mortar.
As you come to him, the living Stone – rejected by humans but chosen by God and precious to him – you also, like living stones are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.
This weekend we celebrate the completion of the physical building which we call Good Shepherd and the finishing of the café, but we recognise that this building has a purpose and mission as a place where people worship, fellowship, pray and serve, but the Church is actually the people who come. They are living Stones, mobile and powerful, strengthened by the One Living Stone, Jesus Christ, who is the cornerstone of this Church which keeps it all together.
Come this weekend to celebrate God’s active vision for the perpetual process of building the Church in the 21st Century.
Pr Reid Matthias
Bible Reading: 1 Peter 2:4-10
Podcasts of weekly messages are available at www.paravista.org.au
Prayer Request
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.
Small Groups Dinner
For anyone currently in a small group and anyone interested in more effective small group ministries at Good Shepherd. Please inform your group, save the date, and come along! Bring a sweet or savoury to share. BYO Drinks and glasses.
RSVP by phoning the church on 08 8263 5087 or email churchenquiries@paravista.org.au
Youth
Combined with Golden Grove Youth, join us for a weekend to relax, connect & worship.
For youth in year 7-12.
Cost $50
Register online by 1 October https://goo.gl/forms/pM2YTYMlUInlLxcj2
Grow Ministries LCA Child Youth and Family Ministry
2019 Grow Leadership Program
Are you aged between 18-25 years and interested in developing your leadership skills and have a heart for ministry? Please contact Chelsea if this is something you would like to explore. Applications close Sunday 30th September, 2018.
Little Lambs are collecting, are you able to help?
We’re looking for:
• Cardboard tubes from cling wrap/alfoil
• Plastic Nutella jars (empty, clean & dry)
• Band aids
• PVC piping
• Dot markers (ones used in bingo)
• Large plastic buttons
• Golf tees
• Dried natural items like seed pods, gum nuts etc
Feel free to drop them into the Church Office or leave them in the donation bin outside the Parents Room at church.
From the Office
Painting Corridor
The corridor leading to the toilets and parenting room has been transformed by a hard working group. Thank you to the team of Ian Pfeiffer, Peter Kraft, Wayne Maloney and John Dolling for a great job.
General Convention of Synod 2018
The Office has a book of reports for the General Convention of Synod 2018. If you are interested in having a read please contact the office on 8263 5087.
We also ask that you continue to uphold our leaders and delegates, staff and volunteers in your prayers.
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
Friends of Lutheran Archives
Next meeting will be on Monday 17th September at Bethlehem House in the city. The guest speaker, Dr Clara Stockigt, has researched Lutheran missionaries’ descriptions of Aboriginal languages across SA missions from the coast to the Centre. How did they tackle the challenge of recording unwritten languages with unfamiliar structures? What knowledge did they bring with them, and how successful were their efforts? 7.30 pm, supper & gold coin donation. All welcome.
LNAA (Lutheran Nurses Association of Australia)
All healthcare workers, members and visitors are invited to attend our meeting at 7.30pm on Monday 24th September, with Forum: "A Good Life to the End" at 137 Archer Street, North Adelaide LCA/SA District Office. Entry through rear door and 2 hour CDP evidence provided.
Staff Update at Good Shepherd Lutheran School
Keep up to date with staff changes at the following link https://inewsletter.co/J1WDLx/latest/
Valley View Op Shop
Cnr Paul’s Drive and Vale Ave
Open Mon - Fri. 9am - 4pm
Super Saturday Sale 1st of every month
Trinity Place Care Services Coordinator
Trinity Place is a part of the Aged Care Ministry of Trinity Lutheran Church at Pasadena.
Trinity Place provides Serviced Apartment accommodation as a part of its Retirement Village, and is seeking a Care Services Coordinator who is responsible for day-to-day Apartment operations.
A house is provided to be on-call overnight for up to five nights per week (neg).
We are also seeking a casual cook to prepare lunchtime meals.
To discuss these opportunities further, please contact Matt Johns on 8277 2446 or matt.johns@trinityplace.com.au.
Professional Standards Training
The following link will take you to the updated Professional Standards training schedule as well as the updated Professional Standards Webinar training schedule.
http://www.sant.lca.org.au/events/training-workshops/
Preparing for Marriage Seminar 2018
Saturday 27th October 9am – 5pm and continuing on Sunday 28th October 1.30pm to 5.30pm at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 388 Montague Road, Para Vista. An enjoyable, interactive, non-threatening way to share time with your partner and other couples, bringing benefits that can last a lifetime.
Topics include: resolving conflict, realistic expectations, communication, and the meaning of marriage. Presented in a relaxed adult educational style (it is not counselling). For couples planning to marry and for those recently married.
Cost $100 couple
For more information or to book, please contact Merv and Ros Thiele 0429009847 or email: mervrost@bigpond.net.au
Get the latest news from LCA www.lca.org.au
Subscribe to the LCA Notice Board
http://www.lca.org.au/departments/ministry-support/communications/lca-notice-board/
To receive Lutheran Church of Australia (LCA) Notice Board in your inbox on Wednesday every week, sign up to LCA Notice Board eNews. It's free, and you can unsubscribe at any time. Please visit www.lca.org.au for more details.
But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.
1 Peter 2:9
