The Anglican Parish of Logan Welcome to Worship at

Welcome to Worship
at
The Anglican Parish of Logan
Incorporating the worship Communities of St Mark’s and Good Shepherd
We seek to serve God’s purpose in transforming communities and individuals, by
providing meaning for today and hope for tomorrow, through Jesus Christ.
EIGHTEENTH SUNDAY
AFTER PENTECOST
OCTOBER 11TH & 12TH 2014
You are Invited…….
To The Wedding Feast!
We look forward to meeting you and we encourage you to join us
in worship and fellowship. Please join us for morning tea after the
Sunday and Wednesday services.
“Let us pray for the World and the Church”
For the World: We continue to pray for all areas of our world where conflict and fighting
continues, especially bringing to mind Iraq, Syria and the Ukraine, we pray for Turkey as
their borders come under threat. We pray for all living under the threat of militant terror
groups and continue to pray for peace in our world. We pray for the containment of the
Ebola virus as cases are presented outside of Africa. We pray for China in the wake of this
week’s earthquake and for Japan as they prepare for a Super Typhoon to make landfall this
weekend.
For Our Nation of Australia: We give thanks for all sporting events that bring pleasure and
entertainment to so many, this week we pray especially for the Bathurst Races. We continue to
pray for all of our Defence personnel who are deployed in the combat against ISIL, for their
safety and for their families who remain at home. We continue to commit to prayer security
concerns for our nation, for the vigilance of all as we carry on our daily lives We pray for full time
Army chaplains, the Returned and Services League of Australia, Ken Doolan (National
President) and the National Council and State Branches. This week we pray especially for
Townsville Barracks/Base (Qld) and All Saints Chapel.
For the Church in the World: We pray for The Church of the Province of West Africa Gambia
- (West Africa): Vacant
For the Church in Australia: We pray for the Diocese of Grafton: Bishop Sarah Macneil,
Clergy and People
.
In our Diocese of Brisbane: We pray for our Archbishop Phillip Aspinall all regional Bishops,
clergy and people. We pray for all formation students and parishes seeking new incumbents.
We pray for the Parish of Bribie Island: Revd’s Carolyn Payne – Locum, Bishop Bruce Clark,
M.Cullen, Jim Tait, Kevin Masters. We also pray for Anglicare SQ Toowoomba Community Care
In Logan: We pray for Ecumenical activities in Logan: Logan Hospital Chaplaincy, Qld
Churches Together, Inter-faith relations. We pray for those in Management roles within
Anglicare SQ, for Branch Manager Karen McGurk, Department Coordinators and
Administrative Staff. We also pray for Charlotte and Emily, who are preparing for Baptism within
our parish.
In the Anglican Cycle of schools : We pray for St John’s Anglican College: Head of College Sue Bain; Chaplain - Susan Crothers-Robertson; Chair of College Council - Barry Kelly;
members of College Council
Please Pray For: …..Ian & Beth H, Roger B, Linley J, Alan K, Len M, Troy E,
Brian H, Amelia, Andrea H, Kevin B, Tara C, Peter M, Maureen B, Jo-anne A,
Gladys B, Barry K, Max H, Rod S and any known to us, who have asked for, or
need our prayers and support. If you would like yourself or someone you know to be
placed on the newsletter prayer list, then please contact the parish office with details, including
your name and contact number and the reason for the request. This can be done by phone,
email or by using one of the blue request slips at the back of church.
In Memoriam… We give thanks and remember the life and witness of Peter Daniels
(13th October), Vera Wilson and Christine Thompson (14th October), Eric Rizdis
(16th October). We remember our loved ones and others known to us whose anniversary
of death occurs at this time.
SENTENCE:
This is our God for whom we have waited; let us be glad and
rejoice in his salvation.
Isaiah 25.9
COLLECT: Saving and healing God, you have promised that those who have died
with Christ shall live with him: grant us grace to be continually thankful for all you
have done for us, and in that thankfulness to be eager to serve and live for others, so
that we and all your children may rejoice in your salvation; through Jesus Christ our
Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.
Amen.
PSALM:
TODAY’S READINGS
First Reading
Exodus
32. 1-14
Psalm
106.
1-6, 20-24
Second
Reading
Philippians
4.1-9
Gospel
Matthew
22.1-14
106. 1-6, 20-24
1 Praise the Lord;
O give thanks to the Lord, for he is good:
and his mercy endures for ever.
2 Who can express the mighty acts of the Lord:
or fully voice his praise?
3 Blessed are those who act according to justice:
who at all times do the right.
4 Remember me, O Lord,
when you visit your people with your favour:
and come to me also with your salvation,
5 That I may see the prosperity of your chosen:
that I may rejoice with the rejoicing of your people,
and exult with those who are your own.
6 We have sinned like our ancestors:
we have acted perversely and done wrong.
20 At Horeb they made themselves a calf:
and bowed down in worship to an image.
21 And so they exchanged the glory of God:
for the likeness of an ox that eats hay.
22 They forgot God who was their saviour:
that had done such great things in Egypt,
23 Who had worked his wonders in the land of Ham:
and his terrible deeds at the Red Sea.
24 Therefore he thought to destroy them:
had not Moses his servant stood before him in the
breach, to turn away his wrath from destroying them.
Communicant members of any Christian church are welcome to come to the altar rail for
communion. If you are not a communicant member of any church you may still like to come
forward to the altar rail for a blessing.
Prayers for healing are available at any service. If you would like prayer for healing for
yourself or another, please remain at the altar rail after communion.
Folks,
This is one of the weeks when the Gospel reading does not seem like good news. Jesus told
stories in his teaching. Matthew 22:1-14 is a fictional story of a VIP wedding. A king invited
people to his son's wedding and they would not come. Clearly this was a deliberate insult to
the king, so he had them all killed. Then the king invited a new set of guests, and one of
them did not dress properly so that man was thrown out of the party. If you have been reading the bible for a while you might be used to this story but take a few minutes to read it out
loud again. Are you shocked by it?
What did Jesus mean and why did he say it this way? Jesus told the story late in his preaching career. People had had a few years to listen to Jesus' good news and follow him. Some
people had started to follow him, most had not. A few people thought they were following
him but would turn out not to be sincere. So Jesus told this story to jolt them, they did not
have much time left to change directions and follow Jesus.
The disciples who remembered this story, and Matthew who wrote it down in his Gospel,
probably did so as a warning to them selves. They knew their job was to invite people to follow Jesus. This horror story would have reminded them that they had a job to do and there
were real consequences for others if they did not do so.
Thank you for your partnership in the task of the Gospel,
Geoff
PARISH nOTICES
BCA Box Holders- your wonderful generosity in September has raised $927.55 for the Bush
Church Aid. These funds have now been dispatched and will no doubt
will help ministries out in the bush. Thank you all for your support of this
vital ministry. A special thank you to Barbara Greig for all her help.
Empty cardboard Tubes- The St Mark’s Craft Ladies are after empty cardboard tubes
e.g. cling wrap core (not toilet rolls) to make Christmas bon bon’s . If you are able to assist please leave at the entrance of the church for collection.
Thank you
St Mark’s Craft Ladies Raffle. – The St Mark’s Craft ladies will be launching a raffle
(prizes listed below) at Community Friendship Group on Wednesday 16th October and
will be drawn of Sunday 7th November 2014. Tickets will be a $1 each and number of
tickets will be limited.
Tickets will be available for Parishioner to buy or take home to sell after the 16th October.
Prizes
1st Doll
2nd Baby Shawl
3rd Knee Rug
4th Scarf & Beanie
5th Curly Scarf & 2 Coat Hangers
Value
$45+
$30+
$25+
$20+
$20+
1st & 2nd November – All Souls and All Saints Day- This year All Souls and All Saints Day
will be celebrated on Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd November and a short service of commemoration for the dead will be held within the normal Saturday and Sunday Services.
There will be no separate Service of Commemoration. If you have a loved one, that you
would like to be remembered, please write their name on the Remembrance Sheet at the
entrance of the church. For people at St Mark’s please also indicate at what service you
would like a loved one remembered at as the list is often too long to read all names out at all
services. Thank you.
Volunteers are needed for the Tuesday night bread pick up. If you can help
with this ministry then please contact Glen Stiles for further details on 3119
7936.
FORTHCOMING EVENTS/ GENERAL NOTICES
Hope & Love through the eyes of refugees
Art Exhibition Opening Night 16 October 2014, 5pm-7pm
The Honourable Quentin Bryce will officially open this Art Exhibition at Mercy Heritage Centre, 547 Ann St, Brisbane City. RSVP to 3013 0100 or
[email protected] This project draws upon the experiences of refugees,
their journeys and hardships, and showcases the skill and beauty of their artwork.
Australian Christian Meditation Community Qld
Invites you to join us for a
QUIET DAY
“Meditation is entering into the presence of the One who is. It’s in the presence of the One who is that each person
learns to be. To hear the call to be the person we are called to be.” John Main
When:
Saturday 18 October 2014. 9.30am – 2.30pm. Morning tea 9.30, BYO lunch
Where:
The Fort. 199 – 219 Fort Road, Oxley
Suggested donations: $10
Save our Earth: Please bring cup/mug for your use
Queries:
Johanna Lawrence. [email protected]
Ph: (home) 3314 1404. (mobile) 0432 327 666
The day will include meditation, teaching, quiet times, and more
Invitation to Attend
2014 Service of Remembrance
We would like to take this opportunity to invite clients, their families and friends to join with
Anglicare Logan Community Care and the St. Mark’s Anglican Church in a Service of Remembrance.This service will provide an opportunity for us to gather together and give thanks
for the lives of our loved ones. It will be a special time in which to recall precious memories
we have of them.
Date:
Wednesday 29th October at 11.00am
Address: St Mark’s Anglican Church Winnetts Road, Daisy Hill, Qld 4127
RSVP:
Friday, 17th October by Phoning 3299 9600
Morning Tea will be served following the service.
SMASS are holding a MELBOURNE CUP PARTY
on Tuesday 4th November commencing at 10.00am
Entry $10.00 (inc Lunch & Dessert, Wine, Punch Tea and Coffee).
Fashion and Hat Parade - Sweeps & Raffle.
Everyone Welcome and bring a friend!
RSVP by 30 October via sign up sheet or phone 3808 2696
BIBLE360 Seminar is a one-day introduction to the Bible
for people of all ages and backgrounds
.This
seminar (9.00am-3.00pm) offers a place to start the adventure of reading the Bible or to pick
up the journey again if it has been a while. It is interactive in approach and includes:
• An opportunity to engage with others
• An understanding of the history of the Bible
• A brief overview of the Old Testament and New Testament
• Useful information on using the Bible in the classroom
• Practical tips on choosing a Bible and other resources for the classroom
• Help to get started with a personal Bible reading plan.
Participants will be encouraged to actively engage and apply key concepts to their local setting.
There will also be an opportunity to develop a personalised Bible Reading Plan for your use after
the seminar and in your classroom.
Daisy Hill: Saturday 22th November 2014 9.00am - 3.00pm
St Marks' Anglican Parish of Logan, (Winnetts Rd, Daisy Hill)
This event is free, however places are limited. To register, visit: formedfaith.org and look for the
Introduction to the Bible events.
THE WEEK AHEAD
Monday
13
Tuesday
Wednesday
14
15
Nursing Home Service
Yurana
9.00am
Christian Meditation Group
Contact Margaret 0427 592 490
Good Shepherd
5:00pm
Wednesday 1662 Service
St Mark’s
9:30am
Community Friendship Group
St Mark’s
10.30am
Nursing Home Service
Ar Care
1.30pm
Thursday
16
Mainly Music
St Mark’s
9.30am
Friday
17
Saturday
18
Morning Service
Youth Group
Saturday Night Service
Old St Mark’s
St Mark’s
Old St Mark’s
6:30am
7.00pm
6.00pm
Luke Evangelist & Martyr
Sunday
19
Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Eucharist Services 7.30 & 9.30am
READINGS FOR
OCTOBER 19TH
PENTECOST 19
FIRST READING
Exodus
33.12-23
THE PSALM
99
SECOND READING
1 Thessalonians
1.1-10
GOSPEL
Matthew
22.15-33
St Mark's Anglican Social Services
Donations of tinned soup please.
Please leave your donation in the baskets located at the entrance of your centre. THANK YOU
St Mark’s Social Services is busy servicing the poor and needy in Logan City. They are always looking for
benefactors and people who are willing to help out, whether it is collecting the bread or bagging and tagging it every
week. Perhaps answering the phones, being on the front desk, going to Food bank, or sorting and packing. Maybe its
helping with Community Friendship group twice a month. Whatever you would like to do there is a job for you at St
Mark's Anglican Social Services.
To find out more, please call the coordinator, Faye Fanning on 3808 2696 Mon—Fri 9.00—12.00.
THE ANGLICAN PARISH OF LOGAN
St Mark’s Anglican Church
Logan East
41a Winnetts Rd DAISY HILL
The Church of the Good Shepherd
Logan West
9-17 Green Rd PARK RIDGE
PARISH OFFICE
41A WINNETTS RD DAISY HILL
TEL: 3290 3718.
PO BOX 5085 DAISY HILL 4127
FAX: 3290 1895.
WEBSITE & E-MAIL
www.logananglican.com.au
[email protected]
OFFICE HOURS
MON –THUR
9.00AM – 3.00PM
NB: OFFICE CLOSED BETWEEN 12 & 1 DAILY.
CONTRIBUTIONS FOR THE LOGAN PARISH NEWSLETTER ARE TO BE RECEIVEDBY THE PARISH OFFICE
NO LATER THAN 1.30PM ON WEDNESDAY OF EACH WEEK.
CHURCH OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD PHONE NUMBER [AVAIL SUNDAY ONLY]
TEL: 3809 4906.
RECTOR:
THE REV’D GEOFF HOYTE
(PLEASE NOTE GEOFF’S DAY OFF IS FRIDAY)
3290 3718.
[email protected]
MOB: 0409 66 99 04 .
THE REV’D PETER GREVETT
[email protected]
THE REV’D DR.CAROL HEBRON OBL OSB
THE REV’D DI MURPHY
THE REV’D MARY SMITH
THE REV’D IAN TURNBULL
CONTACT THROUGH PARISH OFFICE.
CONTACT THROUGH PARISH OFFICE.
CONTACT THROUGH PARISH OFFICE.
CONTACT THROUGH PARISH OFFICE
HONORARY DEACONS
The Rev’d Robyn Cairns
The Rev’d Ian Chevis
The Rev’d Peter Grevett
Mob: 0410 329 236.
Mob: 0409 873 941
Mob: 0409 792 035.
WELFARE SERVICES
ST MARK’S ANGLICAN SOCIAL SERVICES 3808 2696.
MON –FRI 9.00 – 12.00 NOON.
BIBLE STUDY CO-ORDINATOR
The Rev’d Mary Smith
Contact through Parish Office
PARISH WARDENS
Nicholas Ng
Ron Bell
Ian Mitchell
Jeanette Paton
Tel: 0410 047 729.
Tel: 0438 288 116
Tel: 3341 0176.
Tel: 3133 1519
PARISH ADMINISTRATOR
NON STIPENDIARY
ASSOCIATE PRIESTS
TREASURER
Old St Mark’s Anglican Church
Dedicated 1901
Re-Dedicated & Heritage Listed 2001
Available for Weddings
&
Reaffirmation of Vows
Contact: Anglican Parish of Logan Office
Monday to Thursday during office hours
Phone: 3290 3718
Email [email protected]
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