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Quick Note: The landline number is no longer active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
Please text or call Rev Jenny on mob 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 15th November, 2020 24th Sunday after Pentecost Greetings in the name of Jesus. What joy I have shared as Richard and I travelled the parish resuming worship in our churches. We have enjoyed catching up with everyone as we travel the parish roads. I must thank those of you who are letting me know when you have been unable to make it to your allocated service. This has allowed me to welcome visitors to our services. As you will see from the “Dates for the Diary” section of this newsletter (which is just a little exciting to think we can start looking forward to other activities) Advent and therefore Christmas is nearly upon us. |
Christmas Service times are on the back page and I will need you to let me know which service you wish to attend so I know how many Visitors I can allow to attend.
In Apollo Bay there will be a Thursday, Friday and Sunday service over Christmas and I would ask that you choose just one of those services so to allow as many visitors to attend as possible. Do you normally buy a cake or pudding from our Christmas Stall? Due to COVID restrictions we cannot hold our stall this year but you can order a cake by contacting Jenny. Final orders will be taken on December 1st. We will also hold a Cake less cake stall to begin raising much needed funds. An envelope is attached to your newsletter. May the Lord bless you with peace and joy. Phone: (61+) 0488 433 023 otwayanglicans@gmail.com |
SONG OF THE WEEK!
Ava Maria- Barbra Streisand
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!'
Ava Maria- Barbra Streisand
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
Prayer for NAIDOC Week Dear loving Lord, creator of all You gave us hearts to love and minds to reason Help us to understand our differences and grow in love for each other. Help us to come together as the rainbow comes together, many colours, shining as one creation over all the earth’ As you intended us to be. In the name of your dear son, Jesus Christ ~ 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~ |
READINGS:
Judges 4.1-10; Psalm 123; 1
Thessalonians 5.1-11; Matthew 25.14-30
Judges 4.1-10; Psalm 123; 1
Thessalonians 5.1-11; Matthew 25.14-30
REFLECTION:
ABM Reflection
Today’s parable the last in a series of how to be prepared for the coming of the Messiah. It is a parable contrasting the attitude and behaviour of two household overseers, waiting for the return of the owner of the house - one faithful and one greedy and power hungry.
This parable about the use of money (talents) while waiting for the returning Jesus highlights that our lives as Christians are supposed to be for the benefit of society around us. Sitting quietly in a holy huddle is not an option.
Lord, Give us grace to view each day in the light of Christ.
The Lord be with you.
Text: The Very Rev Phillip Saunders, Dean of Canberra
and Goulburn © Anglican Board of Mission, 2020.
ABM Reflection
Today’s parable the last in a series of how to be prepared for the coming of the Messiah. It is a parable contrasting the attitude and behaviour of two household overseers, waiting for the return of the owner of the house - one faithful and one greedy and power hungry.
This parable about the use of money (talents) while waiting for the returning Jesus highlights that our lives as Christians are supposed to be for the benefit of society around us. Sitting quietly in a holy huddle is not an option.
Lord, Give us grace to view each day in the light of Christ.
The Lord be with you.
Text: The Very Rev Phillip Saunders, Dean of Canberra
and Goulburn © Anglican Board of Mission, 2020.
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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!...
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~
