Posts from 2024 (Page 17)
Pastor’s Letter – January 21st
Cruciform /ˈkruːsɪfɔːm/ Adjective: 1. having the shape of a cross. “a cruciform sword” Noun: 1. a thing shaped like a cross As we make our way through the second half of Mark we’re learning a lot about how the cross shapes our discipleship. We’re learning what that looks like in our attitudes and our behaviour, as individuals and as a community. It’s rich and…
Sermon Outline – January 21st
Cross-Shaped Discipleship in 2024 MARK 10:1-12 | Simon Marshman Jarring words for a sunny Sunday Context that helps frame the discussion Regarding Mark’s description of the attitude of the Pharisees towards Jesus, see Mark 3:1-6, 7:5-13, 8:11-15, 12:12-17. Regarding Deuteronomy 24:1-4 referenced in Mark 10:4 and the ongoing debate about divorce at the time, see…
Prayer Points – January 21st
Each week we pray for our church, our network and our world. If you would like to let us know about prayer points for the Pastoral Care Team to be praying about please fill out our contact card here. Our Church | Let’s pray that we would be a church on mission. We long to see more people in our community get the chance to hear about Jesus. We can pray especially at…
Sermon Outline – January 14th
Finding Greatness in 2024 MARK 9:30-50 | Matt Winter What does a ‘great life’ look like? How – can I go about being great in the eyes of Jesus? 1. Look to Jesus 2. Serve, but not to get things back 3. Serve, but don’t make it about you Why – would I want to go about being great in the eyes of Jesus? 1. You’re doing it for Jesus 2. Eternity is a…
Pastor’s Letter – January 14th
Hi All, I wonder if you’ve seen this year’s ‘lamb ad’ on TV this week? (For those who don’t know, Australian lamb does a TV ad each year in the leadup to Australia Day, and they’re known for the fun they poke at society and have at times been a little controversial). This year’s ad features the different generations of Australia,…
Prayer Points – January 14th
Each week we pray for our church, our network and our world. If you would like to let us know about prayer points for the Pastoral Care Team to be praying about please fill out our contact card here. Our Church | Let’s pray this morning for our staff and leadership team. Let’s pray for their health, sustainability, wisdom and good leadership as we head into…
Sermon Outline – January 7th
Listening to Jesus in 2024 MARK 9:2-29 | Matt Winter Who do you listen to? 1. The Transfiguration: Why we should listen to Jesus. 2. The Healing: What listening to Jesus should look like. 3. Listening and looking to Jesus in 2024. Next Week Mark 9:30-50 | All-in Church | Matt Winter
Pastor’s Letter – January 7th
Hi All Happy New Year! I hope you were able to enjoy some celebrations over the weekend and that you’re able to enjoy life at a slightly slower pace over this time where lots are on holidays and things have slowed down a bit. We had a great time on New Years Eve as we had ‘all in church’, with everyone in together for a short simple service. Things will…