Together Sharing Christ’s Love
Welcome to:
Redeemer, Macalister
St Mark’s, Dalby
Liturgical Colour: Green
Today is the first/second etc. Sunday after the festival of the Epiphany, (January 6th). The word Epiphany means a sudden or great realization or revelation and it is celebrated as the first appearance of Christ to the Gentiles, when the Magi (Wise men) came to worship him.
In the Lutheran church, this season runs from the day of Epiphany until Ash Wednesday and includes the baptism of Jesus.
ST MARK’S GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Christ Centred
Spirit Guided
Encouraging Discipleship
Inclusive
Witnessing to the Gospel
This week at Redeemer, Macalister (Yr A):
Readings – Micah 6:1-8; 1 Corinthians 1:18-31; Matthew 5:1-12;
Worship service – Redeemer, Macalister – Worship service @ 7.30am;
Bible Reader – Ross von Pein;
Hymns (Mac) – 47; 858; 857; 807;
This week at St Mark’s, Dalby (Yr A):
Readings – Micah 6:1-8; 1 Corinthians 1:18-31; Matthew 5:1-12;
Worship service - St Mark’s, Dalby – Worship service @ 9.30am;
Worship Service – Ningana Retirement Village @ 2.00pm
Bible Reader – James family;
Prayer of Church – James family;
Hymns (Dalby) – At the cross; Desert song; Amazing love; Give thanks; The old rugged cross; 857; Benediction;
Meetings this week:
Mon 30 Jan – 500 Cards in church hall @ 7.00pm
Every Saturday - Prayer group @ 7.00am
Sun 5 Feb – Commissioning of St Mark’s Office Bearers & Committee members & farewelling/welcoming members
Add your meeting or event with Gayle at the Church Office
On The Noticeboard:
Ø 2023 Committee Members
Ø 2023 Church Rosters
Ø Girls Brigade
Ø Stamps for Mission
Ø Dalby Regional Arts Council Annual Celebration Dinner – 11 Feb, 2023
Ø Eva’s Place Gala Dinner – Sat 25 Feb, 2023
Ø AMPLIFY Conference – Sat 4 Mar, 2023
Ø Eva’s Place – Volunteer opportunities available
News from Tues 18th Parish Council meeting:
· Pr Stuart has begun to upload his sermons on to Parish web site. https://www.southwesternqldlutheranparish.com.au/resources
· Pr Joel - The year ahead dawns as an exciting one for the Dalby Ministry Area, with plenty of opportunities.
· Pr Ken – The work of the Holy Spirit through visits to remote properties has resulted in upcoming baptisms.
· 2022 Finances ended up better than budgeted but only due to the vacancy in the CM
· A lot of discussion about ministry throughout the Parish
Happy Birthday this week to:
Chris Kowald (Thurs); Barb Peltz (Sat);
Baptism Anniversaries:
Michael Glasby; Jake Frohloff; Dean Frohloff;
If we missed your birthday or baptism anniversary, please contact Gayle at St Mark's church office
Prayer Points for the Week:
· For those in authority, such as King Charles and his representatives; Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and members of parliament; Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk and state parliamentarians; Mayor Paul McVeigh and local councillors;
· For the Church, LCAQD; that it may be a light in the world, brightly showing God's good news
· For the pastors Bishop Paul Smith, District Bishop Mark Vainikka; Pastor Joel Pukallus and all pastors;
· For the poor in spirit
· For the pure in heart
· For the peacemakers
· For the merciful
· For all who witness to God's love in Christ
Church Rosters:
Church rosters are available on the website.
Check out if you are on the roster here>>
Weekly Roster for 5 February 2023:
Morning Tea: Horrigan; Pukallus;
Bible reader: Strand;
Prayer of Church: Fresser;
Media TEAM: Kruger A;
Power-point: Brauer C;
Kids Zone: School Holidays;
Monthly Roster for February 2023:
Church Cleaning: Finch; McEwan;
Church Grounds: Johnson; Keys;
Stewards: Toomey;
Welcoming: Toomey;
PA: Johnson;
Pastoral Assistants: Barry Weier; Aimee Johnson;
HC Servers: Tom S (5 & 12); Janis R (19 & 26)
Macalister Roster for 5 February 2023:
Church Cleaning: Brian & Lynelle W;
Bible reader: Graham W;
Cup of Tea (Feb): Graham & Delma;