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KDCEA Coordinator
0 comments | Posted by St Peters on 30 Aug 2010 in ::
Matt Mulready, scripture Co-ordinator at Killara High School, will be coming to the Morning Services next Sunday (5 September), to let us know what has happening in the ministry of KDCEA.
The Marriage Course
0 comments | Posted by St Peters on 30 Aug 2010 in Marriage ::
The Marriage Course which began yesterday (28 August) evening, continues for the next three Saturdays this term. Each evening will run from 7.30-9.30pm and will include coffee, tea and dessert. Anyone who can help with decorating, provisioning of food (cheese platters and home-made desserts), serving food and washing up, please contact Steve.
The Cotton Family are home
0 comments | Posted by St Peters on 30 Aug 2010 in ::
The Cotton Family are home on leave from Spain and will be attending all Services, 12 September.
Debating the Bill regarding Same-sex Couples’ Adoption
0 comments | Posted by St Peters on 19 Aug 2010 in Children ::
Please see the back noticeboard for a sheet that raises some serious doubts about this controversial piece of legislation before the NSW Parliament.
Highlights from recent Parish Council Meeting
0 comments | Posted by St Peters on 19 Aug 2010 in Parish Council ::
- Ministry to young children (through playgroup) is really booming as both playgroups are now full. There is a possibility of starting a “Mums and Bubs” group on Friday mornings next term. There is however, a great need for Christian mums (or dads) with small children, to come to the playgroups to build relationships with those from outside the church.
- We heard about the upcoming Marriage Course (see below)
- We were challenged to think about how we as a church are addressing the issues of world poverty and inequality. Some possible programs are being evaluated.
- A request has been made for regular “Prayer and Praise” nights, which will hopefully get off the ground soon.
- Did you know that St Peters has a Facebook page? Check it out and become a fan of it today! Also, join the St. Pete’s Facebook Group.
- Finally, there are some major property issues coming up, which will inevitably cause a drain on our finances.
The Marriage Course
0 comments | Posted by St Peters on 17 Aug 2010 in Marriage ::
In term 3, we will be running The Marriage Course (from Holy Trinity Brompton) , over 8 Saturday nights, starting Saturday the 28th of August. There will be 4 meetings in Term 3 and 4 in Term 4. This will be an excellent opportunity to spend some time strengthening our most important relationship – with our spouse. Please contact Steve Layson as soon as possible on steven.layson@stpeterseastlindfield.org.au if you are interested in joining the course.
A strong, loving and lifelong relationship doesn’t happen by chance. It takes effort and dedication to keep the fun and romance alive. We can all learn how to make even the happiest marriage better.
For course details, visit relationshipcentral.org at http://relationshipcentral.org/marriage-course/about-course.
Retired Men's Group Meeting
0 comments | Posted by St Peters on 17 Aug 2010 in :: St. Peter's News
The next meeting will be on Tuesday, 24 August, 10am in the Lower Hall, to be addressed by David Woodrow. All welcome.
MAG Tools Appeal
0 comments | Posted by St Peters on 17 Aug 2010 in Missionary Support ::
The following is a selection of the many items that would be suitable to send to Africa – are you downsizing/thinking of Spring-cleaning? A box a the back of the Church awaits donations:
| Steel/wooden planes | Woodsaws | Hacksaws + spare blades |
| Screw drivers | Chisels | Sharpening stones |
| Guage | Clamps | Rules, wooden & springloaded |
| Sliding bevel | Tinsnips | Carpenters pencils |
| Hammers | Mallet | Rivet guns & rivets |
| Spirit level | Pliers | Wood & metal files |
| Spanners | Car jacks | Drills, hand &electric + bits |
| Cycle pumps | Oil guns | Sand/emery cloth |
| Saftety helmets | Protective eyeglasses | Nails, screws |
| Garden gloves | Garden tools |
MAG Container Day
0 comments | Posted by St Peters on 17 Aug 2010 in ::
Anyone able to help on Thursday, 19 August, with either packing boxes into the container at the CMS Depot, or feeding those doing so, please contact Bruce York.
St. Peter's Over 40s Fitness Class
0 comments | Posted by St Peters on 17 Aug 2010 in ::
Any “suitably qualified” ladies from the congretion who would like to know more about the Wednesday night classes (keeping fit in a fun atmosphere), please contact Val Whatham.
Anglicare Tinned Food Appeal
0 comments | Posted by St Peters on 17 Aug 2010 in ::
Because of difficulties with collection of tinned food from Parishes, we will only collecting tinned, non-perishable food as part of the Toys ‘n’ Tucker Christmas Appeal. In the meantime, however, cash donations to Anglicare are an alternative way to help as they can be used to provide food vouchers to the needy.
Hamlin Fistula Relief & Aid Fund - New Movie
0 comments | Posted by St Peters on 17 Aug 2010 in ::
Lighting a Candle, a new documentary, has been developed by the Fund in conjunction with AusAID. It is a wonderful update on the work of the Addis Ababa Fistula Hospital and, for the first time provides a detailed insight into the training of the midwives at the Hamlin College of Midwives.
A screening of the movie will be held on Tuesday, 19 October, 8pm at The Atrium function centre within “The Hub” building at MacQuarie University, North Ryde. Tickets $25 (incl light supper) can be purchased via www.hamlinfistula.org.au or by phoning the Fund’s office: 8007 7435.
World Vision Presentation in Kids Club this Sunday
0 comments | Posted by St Peters on 11 Aug 2010 in ::
There will be a representation from World Vision to come and speak to the kids about the work that they are doing… it’s been really good for the Sunday Kids to think a lot about life outside East Lindfield & what we, as Christians, can do to help those in need.
Welcome back, Steve and Lorna
0 comments | Posted by St Peters on 01 Aug 2010 in ::
Our Rector and his wife are due back in Sydney early this morning. We look forward to catching up with their news from S-i-b-e-r-i-a.
Wish to read Bible in Chinese?
0 comments | Posted by St Peters on 01 Aug 2010 in Bible Study ::
You can find a recent translation of Chinese New Testament on the Biblica website – both tradtional and simplified versions are available.
Visit www.biblica.com/bibles/chinese/
There is also the Daily Manna from the Net in Chinese .
The Cotton Family
0 comments | Posted by St Peters on 01 Aug 2010 in Missionary Support ::
David, Catherine and 3 children aged 16,14,12 will be home from Spain from 15 August to 5 January and are looking for some accomodation (not too far from this area – in the Parish would be great!) for all or part of this period. Please let Bruce York know if you can assist.
40 Hour Famine 2010
0 comments | Posted by St Peters on 01 Aug 2010 in ::
World Vision Australia started the 40 Hour Famine in 1975, for the purpose of raising money to help children, their families and communities in desperate need.
This year, the 40 Hour Famine weekend starts at 8pm on Friday 20 August. It finishes at noon on Sunday 22 August.
In the Sunday School of 15 August, there will be an activity organised by World Vision Australia for the children of St. Peter’s.
For more information on 40 Hour Famine, please visit www.worldvision.com.au.
Another session on Nepal
0 comments | Posted by St Peters on 01 Aug 2010 in ::
Mike and Robyn Youn will be at St. Peter’s again on Wednesday, 4 August, at 9:30am in the Church, to present their Information Session on Nepal. All welcome.
Bruce Goldingay said the previous night on Nepal was wonderful and full of useful information. He also thanked all the ladies who contributed their time and effort in preparing the supper on the night.
Preaching Seminar
0 comments | Posted by St Peters on 01 Aug 2010 in ::
This will be held at 2pm in the Church next Sunday, 8 August. It is open to anyone or curious about preaching.
Nepal Night
0 comments | Posted by St Peters on 25 Jul 2010 in Missionary Support ::
Mike and Robyn Young will be at St. Peter’s on Wednesday, 28 July, (7.45pm in the Lower Hall) to present a Nepal Information Night. Supper will be served at the conclusion. This Information Session will be repeated on Wednesday, 4 August, at 9.30am in the Church.
