PEW SHEET 22nd October 2017

AGM of the Anglican Parish of Yarram

Sunday 12th November following a shortened service of Holy Communion10.30am at Holy Trinity, Yarram; guest speaker The Diocesan Registrar, Mr Brian Norris who will speak and answer questions about Safe Ministry Please get your reports in by Monday 23rd October to jowhite.7@bigpond.com

CHRIST THE KING – Evening Prayer Sunday 26th November 4.00pm at Christ Church, Tarraville followed by sparkling refreshments

ADVENT FOR ALL – a special event 10.30am  Holy Trinity, Yarram Sunday 3rd November, this is an opportunity for us engage with some of the traditions of Advent as we prepare and worship together.

Centenary of Holy Trinity and 150^th Anniversary of The Parish of Yarram 2018 – we are seeking someone to take on the role of invitation secretary for our up-coming celebrations. Please talk to Rev Jo or a member of Parish Council if you are able to help.

Archive Group meets in the Vestry 4.00pm on Mondays; you are welcome any Monday to assist, bring ideas, etc.

4^th February 2018 Holy Trinity Foundation Stone event

9^th September 2018 Celebration of 150^th Anniversary Parish of Yarram 11^th November 2018 Remembrance Day

BIBLE STUDY GROUPS 

a place for fellowship around the Bible; a place for prayer; a place to ask questions

In Yarram – Coffee Connect, Mondays 3.45pm at the Coffee Palace

In Port Albert –Wednesday 4.00pm St John’s Raglan Street, led by Rev. Jo now studying The Lord’s Prayer next study 1^st November 4.00pm study #8 (final study in series)

Also in Yarram -Thursday 7.30pm at The Rectory, led by Rev. Jo studying The Lord’s Prayer next study 2^nd November #7

You are welcome to join a group at any time or if you would like to start a group please talk to Rev. Jo

PEW SHEET 1st October 2017

Blessing of the Animals at St John’s Port Albert

Rev'd Jo Blessing the Animals

Sunday 1^st October 11.30am followed by a barbeque lunch in the church yard – animals of all sorts are welcome with their owners for this special service for the Feast of St Frances of Assisi

Centenary of Holy Trinity and 150^th Anniversary of The Parish of Yarram 2018 – we are seeking someone to take on the role of invitation secretary for our up-coming celebrations. Please talk to Rev Jo or a member of Parish Council if you are able to help.

4^th February 2018 Holy Trinity Foundation Stone event

9^th September 2018 Celebration of 150^th Anniversary of The Parish of Yarram

11^th November 2018 Remembrance Day

BIBLE STUDY GROUPS

In Yarram – Coffee Connect, Mondays 3.45pm at the Coffee Palace, led by Linda Bowden IN RECESS next study 9^th October

In Port Albert –Wednesday 3.30pm St John’s Raglan Street, led by Rev. Jo now studying The Lord’s Prayer IN RECESS next study 4^th October. 3.30pm study #6 [NO STUDY 11^th October due to Clergy Conference]

Also in Yarram -Thursday 7.30pm at The Rectory, led by Rev. Jo studying The Lord’s Prayer study #6 [NO STUDY 12^th October due to Clergy Conference]

You are welcome to join a group at any time or if you would like to start a group please talk to Rev. Jo

Anglicare Victoria thank you Afternoon Tea

to be held at Holy Trinity Hall, Yarram Wednesday 18th October 2.00pm

PARISH AGM Sunday 12th November at Holy Trinity following 10.30am service; Guest Speaker Diocesan Registrar Mr Brian Norris who will speak about Safe Ministry Awareness

Next Parish Council Meeting - Wednesday 18th October 4.00pm at The Rectory

Christ the King - Sunday 26th November 4.00pm
Evening Prayer at Christ Church, Tarraville

PEW SHEET 10th September 2017

SEPTEMBER THE MONTH OF HOSPITALITY

St Paul reminds us that we are not to conform to this world but seek to discern the will of God. Often when we receive an invitation to the home of others we ask; ‘What can I bring?’ Or we might decide that such an invitation demands an invitation to our house next time. That is the way our society works. We are in a constant state of repaying people for their hospitability. As Christians we can demonstrate our desire to live disciples by not expecting such repayment. We give because we are confident that God will provide. We give because we have already received more than we can ever repay to God. Generosity is right up there with hospitality. In a parable Jesus’ reminds us that; ‘Just as we did it to the least of these who are members of my family, you did it to me.’ (Matthew 25:40)

Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that some have entertained angels without knowing it. (Hebrews 13:2)

Blessing of the Animals at St John’s Port Albert

Sunday 1^st October 11.30am followed by a barbeque lunch in the church yard – animals of all sorts are welcome with their owners for this special service for the Feast of St Frances of Assisi (Please note there will still be a 10.30am service of Holy Communion offered at Holy Trinity on this day.)

Blessing the Animals Rev'd Jo

You are invited to

HIGH  TEA at ‘Chester Hill’

Sunday 24^th September 3.00pm

Bowdens Rd Won Wron

Please indicate you intention on the sheet at church. We are also looking for cooks who would like to help with some of the refreshments.

Leave your name on the list at church.

Parish Council Wednesday 20^th September 4.00pm at The Rectory

BIBLE STUDY GROUPS -

a place for fellowship around the Bible;

a place for prayer;

a place to ask questions

In Yarram – Coffee Connect, Mondays 3.45pm at the Coffee Palace, currently studying The Gospel of Luke

In Port Albert –Wednesday 3.30pm St John’s Raglan Street, led by Rev. Jo now studying The Lord’s Prayer IN RECESS next study 4^th October. 3.30pm study #6

Also in Yarram -Thursday 7.30pm at The Rectory, led by Rev. Jo studying The Lord’s Prayer IN RECESS next study 28^th Sept. 7.30pm study #6

You are welcome to join a group at any time or if you would like to start a group please talk to Rev. Jo

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

Wednesday 20^th September 4.00pm Parish Council at The Rectory

Wednesday 18^th October 2.00pm Anglicare Thank You Afternoon Tea

Sunday 12^th November AGM of The Anglican Parish of Yarram

Sunday 26^th November 4.00pm Christ the King Service of Evening Prayer

PEW SHEET 3rd September 2017

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY

We pray for fathers and all those who offer fatherly love and support; thank you for your example, your courage, your commitment, strength and gentleness. May God richly bless you today and throughout the year

SEPTEMBER THE MONTH OF HOSPITALITY 

Sunday 3rd September 12.30pm - Soup at the Rectory

Saturday 9^th September 6.30 for 7.00pm – Whisky Tasting & Tapas at Port Albert tickets are available from Barbara Knibbs 0427 458 919 or Rev Jo

Sunday 17th September - Why not plan your own event?

Sunday 24^th September 3.00pm – ‘Chester Hill’ High Tea

Bishop Kay Goldsworthy

The Right Reverend Kay Goldsworthy, 12^th Bishop of Gippsland has accepted the appointment of Archbishop of Perth. We congratulate our Bishop on this spirit-led, historic appointment. Please see letter on notice boards.

PEW SHEET 13th August 2017

THE BIG HYMN SING

Sunday 27^th August 2.00pm Holy Trinity, Yarram

Sharing the keyboard – Shannon Ray & Ken White

Singing our favourite hymns of praise introduced by Rev Jo

Gold coin donation proceeds to the Holy Trinity Centenary Fund

A warming afternoon tea will be provided

Please invite your friends

SEPTEMBER THE MONTH OF HOSPITALITY 

Invitation is the first step in offering hospitality. Our diocesan vision is; ‘to grow in Christ, into the fullness of human life and invite others to go with us on the journey.’ It all starts with an invitation. The month of hospitality is designed to offer opportunities for us to invite people to church, to events run by the church and to invite people to share our homes and our table. As a parish we have created a few events to help this to happen but we would also encourage everyone to take this opportunity to invite people to share the joy of fellowship with you in whatever way seems most appropriate and accessible.

Sunday 3^rd September 12.30pm – soup at the Rectory

Saturday 9^th September 6.30 for 7.00pm – Whisky Tasting & Tapas at Port Albert

Sunday 24^th September 3.00pm – ‘Chester Hill’ High Tea

You are invited to

HIGH  TEA at ‘Chester Hill’

Sunday 24^th September 3.00pm

Bowdens Rd Won Wron

Please indicate you intention on the sheet at church. We are also looking for cooks who would like to help with some of the refreshments.

Leave your name on the list or talk to Dianne.

BIBLE STUDY GROUPS -

a place for fellowship around the Bible;

a place for prayer;

a place to ask questions

In Yarram – Coffee Connect, Mondays 3.45pm at the Coffee Palace, currently studying The Gospel of Luke

In Port Albert –Wednesday 3.30pm St John’s Raglan Street, led by Rev. Jo now studying The Lord’s Prayer session 3

Also in Yarram -Thursday 7.30pm at The Rectory, led by Rev. Jo studying The Lord’s Prayer session 2

You are welcome to join a group at any time or if you would like to start a group please talk to Rev. Jo

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

Monday 28^th August 6.00pm Dinner Club, Commercial Hotel, Yarram

Sunday 3^rd September 9.00am Baptism at St John’s, Port Albert

Sunday 1^st October 11.30am Blessing of the Animals and barbeque lunch at St John’s Port Albert

PEW SHEET 6th August 2017

THE BIG HYMN SING

• Sunday 27^th August 2.00pm Holy Trinity, Yarram
• Sharing the keyboard – Shannon Ray & Ken White
• Singing our favourite hymns of praise introduced by Rev Jo
• Gold coin donation proceeds to the Holy Trinity Centenary Fund
• A warming afternoon tea will be provided

BIBLE STUDY GROUPS -

a place for fellowship around the Bible;

a place for prayer; a place to ask questions

In Yarram – Coffee Connect, Mondays 3.45pm at the Coffee Palace, led by Linda Bowden currently studying The Gospel of Luke

In Port Albert –Wednesday 3.30pm St John’s Raglan Street, led by Rev. Jo now studying The Lord’s Prayer

NEW GROUP for Yarram – meets Thursday 10^th August 7.30pm at The Rectory, led by Rev. Jo studying The Lord's Prayer (8 week course)

You are welcome to join a group at any time or if you would like to start a group please talk to Rev. Jo 

BAPTISM SUNDAY 6th August 10.30am Holy Trinity Yarram – We welcome Arlo Louis Millard-Brittain into the family of God by Baptism. We also welcome his parents Jane and Clinton with their family and friends.

Parish Council meets Wednesday 16^th August, 4.00pm at the Rectory

MISSION NEWS:

The Winter edition of the Mission Aviation Fellowship [M.A.F.) has arrived full of interesting information as usual. Once again they are asking for donations towards fuel to keep them flying their life saving missions. You may remember we gathered money for jerry cans of fuel as a Father's Day gift last year. How many jerry cans can we fill this year? .Any donation is welcome; rivets, tools, windsocks, all help keep the planes in the air. During August we will have a retiring collection for M.A.F. on the Mission table. Can you help?

PEW SHEET 30th July 2017

THE BIG HYMN SING

Ken conducting 2016 

Sunday 27^th August 2.00pm Holy Trinity, Yarram

• Sharing the keyboard – Shannon Ray & Ken White
• Singing our favourite hymns of praise
• Introduced by Rev Jo
• Gold coin donation
• A warming afternoon tea will be provided

Please invite your friends

BIBLE STUDY GROUPS -

a place for fellowship around the Bible

a place for prayer

a place to ask questions

In Yarram – Coffee Connect, Mondays 3.45pm at the Coffee Palace, led by Linda Bowden

In Port Albert – Wednesday 3.30pm at St John’s Raglan Street, led by Rev. Jo beginning study of The Lord’s Prayer 2^nd August 

NEW BIBLE STUDY – STARTS THIS WEEK

8 week study on The Lord’s Prayer, books now available $10.00 from your study leader.

If you would like to join in for this study please speak to Rev Jo

You are welcome to join a group at any time or if you would like to start a group please talk to Rev. Jo

Dates For Your Calendar

6^th August – Baptism at Holy Trinity, Yarram

11-12 August – Diocesan Retreat at The Abbey

11& 12 August – Safe Church Awareness Workshops

13^th August – Area Dean Rev. G. Pittaway to be installed as Clerical Canon at 5.00pm St Paul’s Cathedral, Sale

27^th August – THE BIG HYMN SING

9^th September – Fundraiser Friends of St John’s Inc.

FEEDBACK SOUGHT – the parish council would appreciate your feedback regarding the future development of Holy Trinity. For some time there has been talk of a new fellowship centre (hall) and senior housing on the site of the current hall. NO decisions have been made. However, we would like to move forward and establish a vision/plan for the future.

If units were built what features would you like?

Some areas for discussion are: one bedroom or two, privacy, car parking, gardens, would you move in, should we proceed?

100 years ago our forebears were having similar conversations about the future and the result is the current worship centre at Holy Trinity.