Romans 5:6
At that point in the history of the world, when the heart of humanity seemed to be seizing and the lifeblood of faith was diminishing, Jesus came to give his life so that we could live a new life. Paul latched onto this thought when he wrote, “It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me.”
The Father’s heart, Jesus, was transplanted into the body of Christ, the Church. Now its life is mysteriously and miraculously hidden in the Father.
As the Father prepared Jesus for the crucifixion, there seemed to be a point in the book of John where God the Father spoke words of encouragement through the Son to remind God’s people that although life would not be easy, it would be taken care of. As we journey through the 14th chapter of John (which is often used as a text for funerals), hear again the hope in Jesus as we look towards Father’s Day.
Pr Reid Matthias
Bible Reading: John 14:1-14
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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.
Para Vista Women’s Fellowship
Please note, there is no meeting on the 3rd September as it is our outing. For those going to the Old Adelaide Gaol, be informed the price for the tour and entry fee is $16. This should be paid to Dawn Spencer on the day prior to our leaving. The lunch at the Grand North is at your own expense. We would like to have everyone who is going to congregate in the Good Shepherd Carpark at 9am to allocate who goes in which car.
Food Collection for Family Hub
Thank you for your continuing support of the food collection for the Family Hub. Last Sunday, as usual, there were very generous donations of food. These were sorted by the Transform young people who also delivered them and spent some time at the Family Hub. Thank you to Georgie for organising this and for the parents who assisted.
Last week we reported the Karaoke Night raised $2126. This did not account for $430 from ticket sales through the church office and other donations so the final figure raised and given to the Family Hub was $2556. Thank you to everyone who supported the evening. I am sure this money will be put to good use in supporting families in need.
Garden Blitz
The garden blitz to upgrade our gardens continues on Monday September 2nd 9:30am to 10:30am (weather permitting). Would be great to see you there for one week.
Having Your Child Baptised is a short course to help parents and families prepare for their first baptism at Good Shepherd.Our next course commences Tuesday September 3rd at 7:30pm at Good Shepherd, continuing the next two Tuesday evenings (Sept 10, 17).
For more info and how to register: https://paravista.org.au/contact-us/baptism/
From the Office
Library Notice
A book titled ‘The case for miracles’ by Lee Strobel was donated to the library earlier this year. The book seems to have been inadvertently borrowed without using the computer or a borrowing slip and has been missing for a number of months. There are members waiting to borrow the book and would appreciate it being returned to the ‘Return Here’ crate in the library so others can enjoy it.
Has your shelf or cupboard got an empty space?
If so a number of platters and serving items have been left in the church complex after the last few functions. Please check the kitchen/café area and take all your items home with you as surplus items will be removed from the area after 4 weeks and placed in the community care bin. Remember lost property box is also located on the cupboard in the hall leading from the parenting room to the rest rooms.
Regular Electronic Giving (REG)
www.lll.org.au/REG
REG is a way for our members to regularly support the mission 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 this link http://www.lll.org.au/giving_through_the_lll/regular_electronic_giving_reg use account number 100354939, BSB 704942
Alternatively deposits can be made to the following bank account details
BSB 704942. account number 10354939
Noticeboard
“Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing..”
2 Timothy 4:8
