Together Sharing Christ’s Love
Welcome to:
Redeemer, Macalister
St Mark’s, Dalby
Liturgical Colour: Violet/Blue
Happy New Church Year!
Advent begins with the First Sunday of Advent, at the end of November or the beginning of December. This is the beginning of the church year. There are always four Sundays of Advent, before Christmas, whether Christmas day falls on a weekday or a Sunday. The word ‘advent’ means ‘coming’. During this time we look forward to our Lord’s coming as a human baby at Bethlehem and also to his final coming as king at the end of time. We also remember his continual coming to his people in his word and sacraments. Advent is therefore a time of waiting, preparing, and hoping. This involves both repentance and joyful anticipation.
ST MARK’S GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Christ Centred
Spirit Guided
Encouraging Discipleship
Inclusive
Witnessing to the Gospel
This week at Redeemer, Macalister (Yr C):
Readings – Jeremiah 33:14-16; 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13; Luke 21:25-36;
Worship Service – Redeemer, Macalister – Worship Service @ 5.30pm(Sat 30 Nov);
Bible Reader – Colin Muller;
Hymns (Mac) – 611 AT; 17; 11; 626;
This week at St Mark’s, Dalby (Yr C):
Readings – Jeremiah 33:14-16; 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13; Luke 21:25-36;
Worship Service - St Mark’s, Dalby – Worship Service @ 9.30am;
Bible Reader – Kessler family;
Prayer of Church – Kessler family;
Hymns (Dalby) – 17; 2; 405 AT; Light of the world; 25 AT; Benediction;
Events/Meetings this week:
Mon 2nd Dec – 500 Cards in Church Hall @ 7.00pm
Tues 3rd Dec – St Mark’s Admin meeting & breakup @ 6.30pm
Every Saturday – Prayer Group @ 7.00am
Sun 8th Dec – Macalister – Worship Service @ 7.30am
Sun 8th Dec – Dalby – Worship Service @ 9.30am
Add your meeting or event at St Mark's Church Office
On The Noticeboard:
2025 St Mark’s Committee Members
2024 Rosters
Stamps for Mission
TEAM & Admin Minutes
FYI:
Peter Schultz’s funeral will be held on Tuesday 3rd December at 11.00am at Concordia Chapel, Toowoomba.
Reminder:
Please return your volunteer forms as soon as possible! They can be placed in the box on the table in the narthex.
Giving Tree:
This year St Mark’s has again decided to do a GIVING TREE, where non perishable goods are donated and will be distributed out to those in need over Christmas through the Dalby Family Support Centre. Donations can be left in the manger in the narthex until 8 December. ALL donations gratefully accepted. Thank you!
LTM Advent Devotional Booklet:
The Advent devotional booklet (The Carols of Christmas) from Lutheran Tract Mission is now available from the table in the narthex.
ALWS Gifts of Grace:
Read Nathan’s story and his fluffy fertiliser factory and how you can make a difference this Christmas season! There are 30 gifts to choose from and starting from just $3. Each gift you choose represents the help you give someone in need through Australian Lutheran World Service. The Gifts of Grace catalogue is available from the table in the narthex.
Prayer Points for the Week:
that the church would always remain ready and watchful for the coming of Christ
that those who are caught up in the worries of this life may be set free by the hope of the coming kingdom of God
that the leaders of our nation's governments would have the wisdom to look beyond the here and now and plan for future generations
that we would see our lives from God's perspective
that the coming season of summer may be one of rest and recreation for our land and its people
Happy Birthday this week to:
Val Steinhardt (Mon); Brian Strand (Mon); Cameron Brauer (Fri);
Baptism Anniversaries:
Darren Weier; Justine Boshammer; Erin Reichelt;
If we missed your birthday or baptism anniversary, please contact St Mark's Church Office
Church Rosters:
Church Rosters are available on the website. Check out if you are on the roster here>>
Weekly Roster for 8 December 2024:
Morning Tea: Croft; Johnson;
Bible reader: Toomey;
Prayer of Church: Toomey;
PA (Sound): Ruhle;
Power-point: Pukallus J;
LIVE Stream: Reichelt B;
LS Audio: Strand;
Kids Zone: every fortnight during school term (starting Oct 13);
Monthly Roster for December 2024:
Church Cleaning: Kowald; (5th Sunday – 29th Dec – Renner; Pukallus)
Church Grounds: Hensel J
Stewards: Hensel J
Welcoming: Hensel J
Pastoral Assistants: Steinhardt V
HC Servers: Bartsch R (1 & 8); Hensel E (15, 22 & 29)
Macalister Roster for 8 December 2024:
Church Cleaning: Jason & Le-Anne Schelberg;
Bible Reader: Brian W;
Cup of Tea (Dec): Ray & Gail W;
Safe Place for All
In observing Christ’s command to love one another, we’re to treat each other with respect and dignity. In honouring people, we’re also fulfilling our responsibility under the law of the land. The LCA is committed to implementing processes to ensure that the church is a safe place.
If anyone feels they’ve been subjected to sexual abuse and sexual harassment in any form by anyone who holds a position of trust in the church, please contact:
Ph: 1800 644 628 (free call)
Mail: PO Box 519, Marden SA 5070
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