Very often, my inner monologue starts like this:
I wish that I could have seen…so that I could understand…
Throughout the Lenten season, we’re going to be rewinding the clock two thousand years to take an in depth look at some of the more minor characters in the Passion Narrative, to see (perhaps) from a different perspective.
Here are the characters:
March 10 – Temple Soldier
March 17 – Servant Girls
March 24 – Pontius Pilate
March 31 – The Crowd
April 7 – The Centurion
April 14 – Simon of Cyrene
April 18 (Maundy Thursday) Thieves
April 19 (Good Friday) Barabbas
April 21 (Easter Sunday) Joseph of Arimathea and women
This week the question we ponder is: Which is harder: Choosing the right thing, or choosing the dutiful thing?
Not always are these things mutually exclusive, but what happens when duty demands that we act in the best interests of work, or self, rather than for community and for assisting those who are suffering?
Pr Reid Matthias
Bible Reading: Luke 22:45-54, 63-65
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2019 Welcome Party
Nothing speaks louder about the culture of a school than the interactions that take place within it. At the heart of our recent Welcome Party was respect for, and interest in others. A really proud moment for us as a community!
With more than 900 in attendance, The Party provided a wonderful opportunity for our community to come together in celebration and the fellowship shared on the night was a very clear indicator of the health of our community.
“To like many people spontaneously and without effort is perhaps the greatest of all sources of personal happiness.” Bertrand Russell
Over my career in schools there are only a few things that stand out as truly powerful catalysts for maximising student learning and success. One of those factors is ‘Christ centred community’ and the powerful connections that result. This is the reason why we invest so heavily at Good Shepherd in people and the development and growth of quality relationships.
My sincere thanks to Reid, Rolly and members of the congregation who contributed to the success of the evening.
8-9 Summing it all up, friends, I’d say you’ll do best by filling your minds and meditating on things true, noble, reputable, authentic, compelling, gracious—the best, not the worst; the beautiful, not the ugly; things to praise, not things to curse. Put into practice what you learned from me, what you heard and saw and realized. Do that, and God, who makes everything work together, will work you into his most excellent harmonies. Philippians 4:8-9
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Mission Vision Support Plan – Opportunities to Invest
Last November the new Mission Visions Support Plan (MVSP) was launched at the AGM. A key aspect of this plan is providing opportunities for congregation members to invest directly into different ministry areas at Good Shepherd. From March, each month there will be a focus on a specific ministry.
During that month, ministry teams will share stories of impact, celebration and dreams with the community. And provide opportunities for congregation members to invest directly into these ministries with gifts of money, resources or time.
March focus: Children, Youth, Young Adults and Family Ministry.
Commencing from 10th March, clearly marked envelopes will be available from the Worship Hosts and the host desks each week for your gift of money or commitment of time or resources.
Alternatively, monetary gifts can be transferred to Good Shepherds account via the details below:
Acct Name: Para Vista Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Operating
BSB: 704 942
Acct No: 129523 (add S1 for internal LLL transfers)
Please ensure the ministry area is included as the reference. Donations without a clear reference will be classed as general income.
Many people are passionate about different areas of ministry. This new initative will provide you with an opportunity to invest directly into the ministry areas you are passionate about, whilst not detracting from your weekly offering.
Please contact Stephen Zanker (Administration Manager) or Garry Schwarz (Treasurer) if you have any questions.
From the Office
Notice Board
Para Vista Lutheran Cricket Club
40th Anniversary
Reserve is next to Yatala Prison and behind the “Grand North” on Grand Junction Road.
“If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.’’
James 1:5
