Anglican Parish of the Otways
Come and join us for a family-friendly service
at any of our various locations in the Otways.
The Anglican Parish of the Otways has been serving
the people of Apollo Bay, Carlisle River, Beech Forest
and Forrest in Victoria, Australia for over 100 years.
All very welcome to enjoy peaceful contemplation
and spiritual nourishment in lovely surroundings! :-)
Quick Note: The landline number is no longer active
Please text or call Rev Jenny on mob 0488 433 023
Due to the current restrictions there will be no face to face services,
meetings or bible study for the next 5 days, ending midnight Tuesday 19th July.
Lets hope in five days the restrictions are lifted and we can meet together again.
Don't forget to secure your highly desirable place,
at any of our services by contacting Rev Jenny
the day before you wish to attend.
Text / mobile 0488 433 023
Please text or call Rev Jenny on mob 0488 433 023
Due to the current restrictions there will be no face to face services,
meetings or bible study for the next 5 days, ending midnight Tuesday 19th July.
Lets hope in five days the restrictions are lifted and we can meet together again.
Don't forget to secure your highly desirable place,
at any of our services by contacting Rev Jenny
the day before you wish to attend.
Text / mobile 0488 433 023
Thankyou for adhering to COVID regulations:
• Use of Hand sanitiser
• Keeping 1.5 m apart
• Wearing a mask
• Not mingling in porch
Your co-operation is really appreciated!
• Use of Hand sanitiser
• Keeping 1.5 m apart
• Wearing a mask
• Not mingling in porch
Your co-operation is really appreciated!
HOME MESSAGE FROM REV JENNY
8th Sunday after Pentecost 18th July, 2021 Well we find ourselves in lockdown again but what is so delightful to hear is that many of you have hung on to your “Worship at Home” resources and continue to worship at home. It is not ideal as meeting together is essential for our spiritual and mental wellbeing but it is more important that we keep our eyes on Jesus at this time. Unfortunately this means worship, Parish Council meeting and bible study are on hold until the restrictions are lifted. Many of you have been asking after Cameron and how he went on his Ride for Autism. I can proudly announce he rode 50km and raised a little over $300. A huge thank you to all who encouraged him and sponsored his ride. |
I must apologise for forgetting to mention an important birthday last week. Alf Martin turned 95 and so we wish you a very happy if belated birthday greeting Alf.
Two of our Uniting Church friends, Joan and Brian Irving, celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary this week. A wonderful milestone and we send our love to them on this very special occasion. You will remember some weeks ago I mentioned two families had approached me re baptising their children. Well one is temporarily on hold as the little one has badly broken their arm. Please remember him in your prayers as he recovers from his injury. Also please pray for the families involved as they prepare to bring their children for baptism. Phone: (61+) 0488 433 023 otwayanglicans@gmail.com |
SONG OF THE WEEK!
One of my favourite all time songs by The Seekers
"When the Stars Begin to Fall"
If you have a hymn or spiritual tune to recommend
for next week. Please send a request in message below
The most popular will be 'Song of the Week!'
One of my favourite all time songs by The Seekers
"When the Stars Begin to Fall"
If you have a hymn or spiritual tune to recommend
for next week. Please send a request in message below
The most popular will be 'Song of the Week!'
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Prayer of the Week
Eternal God, author of our life and end of our pilgrimage: guide us by your word and Spirit amid all perils and temptations, that we may not wander from your way, but may run our course in safety until we come to our eternal rest in you; through the grace of Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever ~ Amen~ Prayer during health crisis challenge
Gracious and Loving God, bless the people of the Diocese of Ballarat and the communities of western Victoria. Guard all our people. Guide our leaders. Teach us to exercise our freedoms with responsibility for all our neighbours. Bless us with hope and peace, for Jesus’ sake. ~Amen~ |
BIBLE READINGS:
7th Sunday after Pentecost-
Samuel 7:1-14; Psalm 89;
Ephesians 2:11-22 Mark 6:30-34;53-56
7th Sunday after Pentecost-
2 Samuel 6:1-5,12-19; Psalm 24;
Ephesians 1:1-14; Mark 6:14-29
6th Sunday after Pentecost-
Isaiah 58.8-11; Psalm 27 2
Corinthians 4.5-6; John 12.35-47
5th Sunday after Pentecost
2 Samuel 1:17-27; Psalm 130
2 Corinthians 8:7-15
Mark 5:21-43
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ABM REFLECTION:
St Paul today writes that the division between Gentile and Jew has been obliterated by Jesus: ‘He has abolished the law with its com-mandments and ordinances, so that he might create in himself one new humanity in place of the two, thus making peace’. We Gentiles ‘are no longer strangers and aliens, but […] are citizens with the saints and also members of the household of God, built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus himself as the corner-stone’.
Text: Robert McLean
ABM’s Partnerships Coordinator
© Anglican Board of Mission, 2021
St Paul today writes that the division between Gentile and Jew has been obliterated by Jesus: ‘He has abolished the law with its com-mandments and ordinances, so that he might create in himself one new humanity in place of the two, thus making peace’. We Gentiles ‘are no longer strangers and aliens, but […] are citizens with the saints and also members of the household of God, built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus himself as the corner-stone’.
Text: Robert McLean
ABM’s Partnerships Coordinator
© Anglican Board of Mission, 2021
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God answers prayer!
...Can I pray for you?
A Confidential and Free Service
from the Parish of the Otways~ Rev. Jenny
...Can I pray for you?
A Confidential and Free Service
from the Parish of the Otways~ Rev. Jenny
WHAT'S COMING UP!...
St Aidan’s Roster
July 18th
1st Reading—Pat Perkins,
2nd Reading—Michael McMahon
Morning tea—June Cooke
June 25th
1st Reading—June Cooke
2nd Reading—Rita White
Morning tea—Richard Brandon
St Aidan’s Roster
July 18th
1st Reading—Pat Perkins,
2nd Reading—Michael McMahon
Morning tea—June Cooke
June 25th
1st Reading—June Cooke
2nd Reading—Rita White
Morning tea—Richard Brandon
General Weekly Notices
My precious child,
I love you and I would never leave you
During your times of trial and suffering
When you only see one set of footprints ...it was then that I carried you. ~Your Heavenly Father~
When you only see one set of footprints ...it was then that I carried you. ~Your Heavenly Father~
