Building for Eternity
Archive for December, 2004
The Real Christmas – Australian Style
Dec 24th
In the midst of all the hustle and bustle of Christmas, how can we rememver the ral meaning of Jesus’ birthday? Here are some suggestions;
- When we see a nativity scene
- remember that Jesus broke into human history
- When we hear a Christmas carol
- Recall the angelic host burst into praise at Jesus’ birth
- When we give or receive a gift
- Thank God for His gift of eternal life
- When we use a credit card
- Remember that Jesus paid our debt off with God
- When we look at our Christmas tree
- Reflech on the fact that Jesus hung on a cross
- When we are inspired by the lights of Christmas
- Rejoice because Jesus is the light of the world
Stephen Semenchuk
Great Opportunity, Great Generosity!
Dec 12th
Our Op Shop has had another wonderful year of trading. In their generosity they have made available $4,000 in 2004 and $10,00 in 2005 to finance capital improvements and equipment purchases.
Parish Council belives that the best way to allocate the funds is to use it to to pup parishoners’ donations to specified projects. Whatever projects receive your support will be the ones to receive the Op Shop support.
All you need to do is place your donation in the envelope and mark on the front which cause you wish to support. Please consider giving a Christmas present to your church family this year.
Want to know more, you can talk to Stephen or a member of Parish Council
Stephen Semenchuk.
