PEW SHEET 12th July

NEW Service at Holy Trinity

commences

 

 

10.30am THIS SUNDAY

2^nd and 4^th Sundays at Holy Trinity

This Sunday 12th July you are invited to a lunch of soup and rolls at

                                  The Rectory at noon.

ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER

is easy you don’t even need a computer.

Our Parish Account is held at ANZ bank 167 Commercial Road Yarram. The important information you will need in filling out the forms is as follows:

BSB: 013-935

Account Number: 2809-02411

Account Name: Anglican Parish of Yarram Parish Council

MISSION GIVING – as we begin the second six months of the year we will be giving to CMS; Christian Missionary Society as well as continuing to give to Anglican Aid Abroad.

Seafarers Sunday 19^th July at St John’s Port Albert

Guest Speaker: Andrea Fleming C.E.O Mission to Seafarers followed by soup and rolls in Port Albert Community Hall Victoria St Port Albert.

 

 

BIBLE STUDY GROUP –

Won Wron Connect Group currently in recess meets Tuesdays 6pm dinner; 7pm study

Port Albert Group meets weekly at St John’s Raglan St Port Albert – Thursdays 3.00pm

Yarram Coffee Connect Group meets at The Coffee Palace Thursdays 3.45pm studying the Old Testament book of Amos.  

 

 

 

 

Pew Sheet 14th December

EVENING PRAYER DURING ADVENT 6pm at Holy Trinity with Reverend Jo every evening except Tuesdays. Sunday evenings will include music for the season.

 

CHRISTMAS SERVICES

Christmas Eve – Christingle Wednesday 24^th 7.30pm at St John’s

    Midnight Mass Wednesday 24^th 11.30pm at Holy Trinity

Christmas Day – Holy Communion Thursday 25^th 9.00am Holy Trinity

 

New Bishop of Gippsland Announced -

The Right Reverend Kay Goldsworthy

Bishop Elect The Right Reverend Kay Goldsworthy

Kay was born in Melbourne, Victoria. She attended Croydon High and received her theological training at Trinity Theological College, Melbourne.  She has a Bachelor of Theology from the Melbourne College of Divinity, and holds advanced qualifications in Clinical Pastoral Education.

In 1986, Kay was one of the first women ordained Deacon alongside twelve other women. Kay worked as a deacon in the parishes of Thomastown and Deer Park in Melbourne’s western suburbs.

Kay moved to Western Australia in 1988 to take up the appointment as Chaplain to Perth College, a position she held for seven years.

Kay is married to Jeri James and they have twin sons.

In 1992 Kay was ordained as one of the first female priests in Australia. Other appointments she has held within the diocese are as Rector of St David’s in Applecross, Canon of St George’s Cathedral, and Archdeacon of Fremantle.

NEW TO THE MISSION TABLE

Anglican Aid Abroad December Issue – AAA is our chosen overseas mission giving for 2014/15.

ACCESS ministries leaflet answering frequently asked questions

Anglicare Imagine Magazine – the back page includes these words from a foster child; ‘I don’t like Christmas. You wish for things and they never come.’ The little girl says this because in her past Santa has always ended up being sick or getting lost. It is so good that through Anglicare Morwell and our Thanksgiving Tree we can help restore hope for children like this. Thank you to our Mission Secretary Olive Lang and others who have delivered our gifts to Morwell in time for distribution.

THE GIPPSLAND ANGLICAN OUT TODAY- collect your copy from the foyer at Holy Trinity. The Reverend Philip Muston our diocesan administrator writes about the Holy Family. Philip also writes, ‘By the time you read this it is possible that the name of our new Bishop will have been announced.’ This is an exciting development and an answer to our prayers. (see page 2 TGA)

Bible Study Groups –

All Groups in recess until February 2015

Yarram Coffee Connect Group meets weekly Mondays 3.45pm at P.K. Cafe

Won Wron Group meets fortnightly on Tuesdays 7pm

St John’s Port Albert meets weekly Wednesdays 4pm

 

PEW SHEET 16th November 2014

The Gippsland Anglican OUT THIS SUNDAY

Please collect your copy from Holy Trinity or St John’s.

 

St John’s Congregational Meeting SUNDAY following 10.30 Service of Holy Communion.

A reminder

A gentle service of Holy Communion is available at Holy Trinity Yarram on Wednesdays 10.30am.

Parish Council Monday 17th 4.00pm

 

News from A.G.M. 2014

New parish councillors were duly elected.

It was agreed that our mission giving this year will support Bush Church Aid for twelve months, Anglican Aid Abroad for a period of six months followed by Christian Missionary Society for the remaining six months.

We also set the following dates for next year’s congregational meetings –

Holy Trinity   8^th Feb. 14^th June, 8^th Nov 2015

St John’s   15^th Feb. 21^st June, 15^th Nov 2015

 The Combined Churches Christmas Carols in the Regent Theatre – Sunday 14^th December 7.30pm

Rehearsals begin 30^th November 11.30am Holy Trinity Hall
We almost have a full cast for our Nativity Play. If you would like to join in there is an opening for the Inn Keeper’s wife.

Bible Study Groups –

You can join a group anytime
Coffee Connect Group meets weekly Mondays 3.45pm at P.K. Cafe
Won Wron Group meets monthly second Tuesday of the month 7pm
St John’s Port Albert NOW MEETING WEEKLY Wednesdays 4pm
 
Anglicare Giving Tree 2014 to begin Sunday 30^th November  – you are invited to donate Christmas gifts to be distributed by Anglicare Morwell.
Anglicare advises that all gifts must be unwrapped, new with original tags and non-violent.
As well as toys Anglicare suggests the following gifts for teenagers - music vouchers, sports equipment, shopping vouchers, jewellery, deodorant/body wash gift packs.

 Prayer for The Appointments Board -

Continue to pray for those charged with discerning the candidate for the position of Bishop in our Diocese: 

 Eternal God, shepherd and guide,

in your mercy give your Church in this diocese of Gippsland
a shepherd after your own heart
who will walk in your ways, and with loving care watch over your people.
Give us a leader of vision and a teacher of your truth.
So may your Church be built up and your name glorified;
through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
 
YARRAM AGRICULTURAL SHOW
We will again mount a bookstall at the show Saturday 22^nd November
Volunteers are needed
We are very grateful for the donation of a brand new marquee for use in the parish.
Please see Olive Lang, Mission Secretary if you can help in anyway

 NATIVITY EXHIBITION – at Holy Trinity Hall

Saturday 29^th – Sunday 30^th November
Please think about sharing the joy of Advent with our community by loaning your Nativity Scene for display at Holy Trinity Hall.
This year we invite local primary schools, Mirridong and Crossley House to book a time during the week for a special visit.
Volunteers are needed to provide and serve refreshments; set-up the hall and offer hospitality to visitors.  See Rev. Jo if you can help out.

PLEASE DELIVER NATIVITY SCENES TO HOLY TRINITY HALL on Friday 28^th November from 1pm.

 ADVENT IS APPROACHING please plan to join us during Advent

Reverend Jo will say Evening Prayer at Holy Trinity at 6pm every evening except Tuesdays commencing Sunday 30^th November.  Sunday evenings will include music for the season. Please note there will be no Evening Prayer on Tuesdays or on Sunday 14^th December.

 Advent One – Nov. 30 lighting of the first candle at Holy Trinity

Advent Two- Dec. 7 Holy Trinity and St John’s
Advent Three- Dec.14 Holy Trinity & Community Christmas Carols at Regent Theatre
Advent Four – Dec. 21 Holy Trinity and St John’s

Christmas Eve – Christingle at St John’s and Midnight Mass at Holy Trinity

Christmas Day – 9am Holy Trinity

Pew Sheet 2nd November

A.G.M. 2014

Pick up your copy of the Parish Annual Report TODAY

Available from Holy Trinity Yarram or St John’s Port Albert

The Annual General Meeting of the Parish of Yarram will be held Next Sunday

9^th November following 9.00am service at Holy Trinity.

·         The meeting will be an opportunity to celebrate our achievements, affirm those who take office and explore the future. Election of new Parish Councillors, and Deanery Representatives will also take place.

·         If you are currently not on the parish roll please add your details to forms available in the foyer.

·         You are also asked to prayerfully consider how you might contribute to the life of the parish.

A Congregational Meeting for Holy Trinity following the AGM to discuss matters of particular relevance including the possible reinstatement of rosters.

A Congregational Meeting for St John’s will be held 16^th November following 10.30 Service of Holy Communion.

Only 53  days until Christmas

The Combined Churches Christmas Carols in the Regent Theatre – Sunday 14^th December 7.30pm

Rehearsals begin 30^th November 11.30am Holy Trinity Hall

We almost have a full cast for our Nativity Play. If you would like to join in we have a few non speaking parts left as shepherds or magi.

Can you sew? We need someone or more than one to prepare some costumes for us. See Reverend Jo if you can help.

 
 

World Day of Prayer 2015 Workshop – St Peter’s Anglican Church 2 Bruce St Leongatha Friday 7th November 10.00am until noon

Bible Study Groups – You can join a group anytime

Coffee Connect Group meets weekly Mondays 3.45pm at P.K. Cafe

Won Wron Group meets monthly second Tuesday of the month 7pm

St John’s Port Albert meeting fortnightly Wednesday 4pm

Mission Giving this month the parish has given $137.50 to both ACCESS Ministries and The Diocesan Aboriginal Ministry Fund

Prayer for The Appointments Board -

Continue to pray for those charged with discerning the candidate for the position of Bishop in our Diocese: 

Lay people: David Chambers; John Delzoppo; Marian Dewar; Robert Fordham; Val Jones; and Jo Sestokis. 

Clergy:     Graeme Knott; Greg McGee; Barb Logan; Philip Muston; Lyn Williams.

Eternal God, shepherd and guide,

in your mercy give your Church in this diocese of Gippsland

a shepherd after your own heart

who will walk in your ways, and with loving care watch over your people.

Give us a leader of vision and a teacher of your truth.

So may your Church be built up and your name glorified;

through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

YARRAM AGRICULTURAL SHOW

We will again mount a bookstall at the show Saturday 22^nd November

Volunteers are needed

A Marquee or similar is also needed

Please see Olive Lang, Mission Secretary if you can help in anyway

21st September Pew Sheet

News from Parish Council

The Annual General Meeting of the Parish of Yarram will be held on Sunday 9^th November following 9.00am service at Holy Trinity. You are asked to put this date in your diary now and plan to attend. The meeting will be an opportunity to celebrate our achievements, affirm those who take office and explore the future. Election of new Parish Councillors, Synod Representatives and Deanery Representatives will also take place.
If you are currently not on the parish roll please add your details to forms available in the foyer.
You are also asked to prayerfully consider how you might contribute to the life of the parish.
All organisations and groups belonging to the parish are asked to have their reports to the secretary by 20^th October. We would like to include photos in our reports so if you have some please include these with your report.

 

Pit Stop at Holy Trinity Yarram

Bikies Welcome
Pull in for a coffee, snacks and a rest – we’ll look after you.
Wednesday 15 – Wednesday 22 October 9am – 3pm
Can you help for 2 hours? Please add your name to roster at church.
 

INTERRUPTION TO ELECTRICITY SUPPLY – Thursday 25^th 8.30am – 3.30pm at Holy Trinity; please note that this particularly affects those who may be using our photocopier or planning activities in the church on that day.

NEW TO MISSION TABLE

Bible Society Spring Edition of ‘The Sower’

Feature article on the persecution of Christians in Mosul – A 100 years ago almost half of Syria was Christian. It’s estimated that today, one third of the nation’s Christians have fled, terrified at seeing churches destroyed and believers killed. In Iraq, more than one million Christians are said to have led over the past 10 years. The Bible Society asks for our help so they can continue to offer humanitarian aid. Standing with the people of Syria in their hour of need saying; you are not forgotten. We have not abandoned you.

Brotherhood of St Laurence – August Issue of Building Better Lives Together

Read how the Brotherhood helps refugees like Abraham find work through their Given the Chance program. Abraham now works for ANZ bank in Traralgon.

MMA Newsletter September  (Medical Mission Aid Inc.)

Wombat Hill Newsletter

MISSION GIVING 

This month our parish gave $136.92 to both ACCESS Ministries and The Diocesan Aboriginal Ministry Fund. We also made a significant contribution of $530.00 to William and Amy Hooke who will soon travel to China to begin their missionary training. Our contributions to MAF (Mission Aviation Fellowship) Father’s Day Appeal amounted to $250; that’s five jerry cans of fuel.

NOTICE BOARD

Woman’s Wellness Forum – Yarram Monday 22^nd September at YDHS (see notice board at Holy Trinity for details)

ABM Anglican Board of Mission – 2105 calendars are now available if you would like to order please see Miriam Stackhouse.

 

 

Bible Study Groups –

You can join a group anytime

Coffee Connect Group meets weekly Mondays 3.45pm at P.K. Cafe

Won Wron Group meets monthly second Tuesday of the month 7pm

St John’s Port Albert meeting fortnightly Wednesday 4pm

 

Prayer for The Appointments Board -

Continue to pray for those charged with discerning the candidate for the position of Bishop in our Diocese: 

Lay people: David Chambers; John Delzoppo; Marian Dewar; Robert Fordham; Val Jones; and Jo Sestokis.

 Clergy:     Graeme Knott; Greg McGee; Barb Logan; Heather Marten; Philip Muston; Lyn Williams.

 Eternal God, shepherd and guide,

in your mercy give your Church in this diocese of Gippsland a shepherd after your own heart

who will walk in your ways, and with loving care watch over your people.

Give us a leader of vision and a teacher of your truth.

So may your Church be built up and your name glorified;

through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen