REFLECTION:
It is easy to be guilty of paying lip service to forgiveness. It is easy to say “I
forgive you.” when, in actual fact, you are a seething bed of anger. Sometimes
we forget the number of times we have been forgiven and when someone
becomes indebted to you, you “exact your pound of flesh”. There is certain
level of hypocrisy in the mean-spirited actions of the wicked servant of which
he is unaware. He had the much greater debt forgiven but climbs on his “high
horse” and demands what is owed to him. There is much to learn from this
Parable today. Also, I wish to thank you all for being such a hospitable,
friendly and welcoming congregation as I came minister among you Thank
you for coping with some of the seniors’ moments I have had! May God bless
you and prosper this parish in its witness to Christ in Dandenong.
Be sure to offer Graeme and Jane the same love and support that you have
shown me over our time together.
HYMNS
TIS 134 Praise my Soul the King of Heaven
MP 133 And can it be
MP 456 Make me a channel of your Peace
MP 51 Be thou my vision
DISCIPLESHIP EXPLORED started on Wednesday 6th September and will last for the next seven weeks?
CHURCH FLOWERS/ MEMORIAL FLOWERS
The tradition of remembering loved ones who are with God by
donating money for memorial flowers is a great one! Over the
years the expenses have gone up and there is now a minimum
donation of $100 for fresh flowers to be arranged in the big
display at the pulpit. If there are any special requests for type of flowers,
colour etc. this may incur additional costs depending on availability and
season. Please note we need 2 weeks’ notice and payment to be made when
requesting this service. Contact Naomi 0449179115
SUMMER UNDER THE SUN SUTS
Is Victoria’s annual evangelical conference to be held at Syndal Baptist
Church, 588 High Street Road, Glen Waverley from 6.00 pm Thursday, 18th
to Saturday, 20th January, 2024. Get your early bird tickets now and learn
from God’s word, connect across cultures and join community as we pray for
a World That Knows Jesus.
AUSTRALIAN CHURCH CALENDAR 2024
Anglican Church Calendars are available again for $15, the same price as last
year. Please order by email to dougkenn@gmail.com and include your phone
number for making distribution arrangements. Alternatively, orders can be
made through the parish office. Payment will be due on delivery of the
Calendar during November.
2024 LECTIONARY - $16
Lectionaries for next year will be available, setting out readings for all
services each day. They are a valuable resource in preparation for weekly
worship and private daily use. Please send your order by email
to dougkenn@gmail.com and include your phone number for making
distribution arrangements. Alternatively, orders can be made through the
parish office. Payment will be due on receipt of the Lectionary during
November.
WEDNESDAY FELLOWSHIP LUNCH
Our next lunch will be on September 20th 12noon at the Dandenong Club
Heatherton Rd. All parishioners are welcome. Please write your name on the
list in the porch or contact Doreen 0439 795 386 or Margo 0419 888 426
IAN’S FAREWELL TODAY
To celebrate Ian’s ministry with us over the past 14 weeks, in the hall after the
10.00 a.m. service, please bring a plate of finger food for a special
Morning tea.
READINGS FOR NEXT SUNDAY
24th September – 17th Sunday after Pentecost
Exodus 16.2-15; Psalm 105. 1-6, 37-45; Philippians 1. 21-30; Matthew 20.1-16
LAWN MOWING ROSTER
15th September Oyem & Rob
22nd September Samoan Congregation
This week we continue to pray for
Mike; Mark; Clovis; Rose; Eva; Cecil; Stanley; Nigel; Russell, Kevin; Joanne, Eve, Lynette, Danny, Esme, Michael, Charles, Edward, Tyrone, Gwen, Sylvia, Dr Nathan, Joan & Beryl.