There are times when the best way to state a truth is by means of paradox, and Mark 10 describes Jesus doing just that. He could have preached long sermons, but instead, He gave us these five important lessons that can be expressed in five paradoxical statements.
There are many things going on in Mark 10 and Jesus’ teachings include Marriage and Divorce (1-12), acceptance of others (13-16), the dangers of wealth (17-31), His death and resurrection (32-34), the request of James and John (35-45) and the vision of blind Bartimaeus (46-52). But the underlying theme is how we can be Great Followers of the Lord
Jesus. That can only happen when we see the incredible mercy of God!
Come and join us this Sunday at either 9am or 4pm. We are going to be hearing from God’s word as Tony Galea preaches to us from Mark 10 with a sermon titled “The Greatest Followers.”
After church we’ll have brunch in the morning and dinner in the evening, so there’s plenty of time to chat together!
Every day (except Sundays) we meet online at 7am for a half-hour morning prayer time at zoom.jamberooanglican.com and you’re very welcome to join us!
See you on Sunday, God willing!
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Come and join us this Sunday at either 9am or 4pm. We are going to be hearing from God’s word as Brad Vidilini preaches to us from Mark 9 with a sermon titled “Greater Than Moses.”
After church we’ll have brunch in the morning and dinner in the evening, so there’s plenty of time to chat together!
Every day (except Sundays) we meet online at 7am for a half-hour morning prayer time at zoom.jamberooanglican.com and you’re very welcome to join us!
See you on Sunday, God willing!
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At Jamberoo Anglican, we believe the church is a family—so we make space for all ages to grow together in faith. That’s why our Sunday kids’ ministry embraces an intergenerational approach. We start and end the services together, seeing kids and adults worship, learn, and serve alongside one another, which builds lasting relationships, nurtures spiritual growth, and reflects the beautiful diversity of the body of Christ, Titus 2.
When we head out to Kids’ church, it’s a team effort. Bringing together passionate volunteers, families, and the wider church, where the kids are nurtured by leaders who model Christ and help shape their faith foundations in age-appropriate bible talks, discussions around the passage, and by playing a few fun games.
Our intergenerational model reminds us all that faith is something we live out together; it’s not a one-person job. It’s been a joy to observe how some of you sit with the kids at meal times, join in on the handball court or soccer field, and even just asking the kids what they learnt out in kids’ church. Every generation has something valuable to contribute so that the Jamberoo kids can come out knowing, loving, and obeying Jesus with their whole lives.
Rach Bemmer
This week at church we’re diving back into the book of Mark; specifically Mark chapter 9:1-13.
This is a phenomenal passage! It’s about Jesus’ transfiguration, the appearance of Old Testament leaders of Israel, God’s presence descending on a mountain in a cloud, and heaps of other interesting stuff.
There’s a few questions we’ll answer as we look at this passage on Sunday.
Why did Jesus’ appearance change?
Why did Moses and Elijah appear on the mountain?
What is Mark trying to tell us in this true story, and what do we do with it in our lives?
This passage is designed to show us who Jesus is, and what he came to earth to accomplish for his followers – even his followers in Jamberoo Anglican Church 2000 years later.
And Mark 9:7 leaves us with the question – will you listen to the voice of God’s own son?
What will happen when you listen to him? And what are the consequences if you don’t?
My prayer this week is that we would all be challenged to see Jesus for who he really is, and listen to his life-saving voice.
Brad Vidilini
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Please join us on for fellowship on Sunday morning at 9am or Sunday afternoon at 4pm.
Sunday’s Sermon
This weekend we are going to be hearing from God’s word as Tony Galeapreaches to us from 1 John 5 with the title “Truth About Faith.”
Kid’s Church
During the sermon, kids can join our Kids Ministry Leaders in the hall for some fun, games, and age-appropriate teaching from the Bible. All children are welcome!
Partnering To Make A Difference!
We’re excited to announce a new partnership between our church and Jamberoo Public School to support a lunchtime group for students (SUPA Club)! This weekly gathering on Friday provides a safe, welcoming space where students can connect, enjoy community, and explore faith during their lunch break.
Friday Kids and Youth
Each Friday during term we meet for our kids and youth groups of SPARK (Years 3 to 6) at 4:30-6pm, and Youth Group (Years 7 to 12) from 7-9pm at the church hall.
Are You Able to Help?
The Anglican Church of Melanesia, Bishop James Tama (Bishop of Central Vanuatu and Noumea) and his wife are asking if they could spend 2 months of their Sabbatical Leave in NSW and the Sydney Diocese. If you have a spare bedroom, or a unit, or a cottage (can be on the coast) that is free, and available for a couple of weeks or a month I would love to hear from you. The Bishop’s stipend in Vanuatu is very different to Australian standards. He is not able to pay for the accommodation. Please speak to Tony Galea, or June Bock.
Ron and Julie Irving
We are pleased to announce that our new Senior Minister is Ron Irving! He and his wife Julie are starting at Jamberoo on October 27th. In the meantime, please pray for the parish of St Matt’s that they are leaving behind, as they begin the process of appointing a new minister.
Helpers Needed
We are in need of some volunteers for operating the Slides at church! No expertise required, talk to Tony if you’re keen.
Book of the Month
Our book of the month for June is “The Meaning of Marriage” by Timothy Keller. Tim takes us through what God designed marriage to be, helpfully creating a distinction between romantic idealism and true love within marriage. Tim settles on the fact that marriage is not about finding a perfect partner, but about two imperfect people helping each other grow in Christlikeness within a bond of enduring commitment. Physical copies are available at our bookstall or to buy online at: wanderingbookseller.com.au
Safe Ministry Matters
Our Safe Ministry Representative is Gemma Bartlett. Speak to her about anything related to safety in ministry on 0414 425 639 or email gemma.bartlett@jamberooanglican.com
Christianity Explained
Are you or a friend interested in understanding the Christian Faith more? Our church is offering this short course of 4 sessions, of about 1 hour each. It’s an easy & straightforward way to know. See Tony Galea after the service for details.
Our Finances
Please pray and be generous as we remember God’s generosity to us!
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As an older Christian, I often think about how life in the past affects my life in the present. Thoughts come to mind of what I- & others- have grappled with, such as disappointment, hurt & anger. Especially as a young Christian- around 18 years of age- I & others struggled with the temptation of the “lazy” Christian life. This was falsely thinking that “I’m saved by grace, so I don’t need to be serious about what I think, say & do.”
As we journey through 1 John in our sermon series, I am being strongly convicted about what it means to keep living a victorious Christian life. Chapter 5, emphasises several actions that characterise a strong Christian.
Verse 1a- BELIEF that Jesus is the Christ who comes from God the Father.
Verse 1b- LOVE for God the Son and God the Father.
Verse 2a- LOVE for the children of God- for one another!
Verse 2b- OBEDIENCE to God expressing our love for Him.
Love for God is expressed in obedience to God. Love for others is expressed in obeying God in our relationships with other Christians- and with our neighbours.
It is good to prayerfully reflect on the two great commandments of loving God & loving others. It is also good to reflect on what the Bible says about love expressed in obedience to God, such as The Ten Commandments (Deuteronomy 5) and The Sermon on the Mount (Matt 5-7). On the global scale, every nation on earth that has taken the Bible seriously has these commands as foundational to its ethics and legal principles.
On the personal scale, every individual Christian on earth that takes the Bible seriously has these commands as foundational. Moved & motivated by the Holy Spirit, every authentic Christian will love God the Father, God the Son, our fellow church members, and those in our wider mission field of “village, valley & region”
Steve Bligh
Our Faith in Jesus will be seen in our Love for God and one another and our obedience to God, not because we have to, but because we want to.
A healthy faith will be seen in joyful obedience!
On the other hand, disobedience to God’s will is a tragedy—but so is reluctant, grudging obedience. God does not want us to disobey Him, but neither does He want us to obey out of fear or necessity. Jonah was a case in point!
What Paul wrote about giving also applies to living: “not grudgingly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver” (2 Cor. 9:7)
What is the secret of joyful obedience? It is to recognize that obedience is a family matter. We are serving a loving Father and helping our brothers and sisters in Christ.
We have been born of God, so we love God, and we love God’s children.
And we demonstrate this love by keeping God’s commandments joyfully.
Tony Galea
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Come and join us this Sunday at either 9am or 4pm. We are going to be hearing from God’s word as Tony Galea preaches to us from 1 John 5 with a sermon titled ” Truth About Faith.”
After church we’ll have brunch in the morning and dinner in the evening, so there’s plenty of time to chat together!
Every day (except Sundays) we meet online at 7am for a half-hour morning prayer time at zoom.jamberooanglican.com and you’re very welcome to join us!
See you on Sunday, God willing!
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Please join us on for fellowship on Sunday morning at 9am or Sunday afternoon at 4pm.
Sunday’s Sermon
This weekend we are going to be hearing from God’s word as Tony Galeapreaches to us from 1 John 4 with the title “Truth About God.”
Kid’s Church
During the sermon, kids can join our Kids Ministry Leaders in the hall for some fun, games, and age-appropriate teaching from the Bible. All children are welcome!
Partnering To Make A Difference!
We’re excited to announce a new partnership between our church and Jamberoo Public School to support a lunchtime group for students (SUPA Club)! This weekly gathering on Friday provides a safe, welcoming space where students can connect, enjoy community, and explore faith during their lunch break.
Friday Kids and Youth
Each Friday during term we meet for our kids and youth groups of SPARK (Years 3 to 6) at 4:30-6pm, and Youth Group (Years 7 to 12) from 7-9pm at the church hall.
Are You Able to Help?
The Anglican Church of Melanesia, Bishop James Tama (Bishop of Central Vanuatu and Noumea) and his wife are asking if they could spend 2 months of their Sabbatical Leave in NSW and the Sydney Diocese. If you have a spare bedroom, or a unit, or a cottage (can be on the coast) that is free, and available for a couple of weeks or a month I would love to hear from you. The Bishop’s stipend in Vanuatu is very different to Australian standards. He is not able to pay for the accommodation. Please speak to Tony Galea, or June Bock.
Ron and Julie Irving
We are pleased to announce that our new Senior Minister is Ron Irving! He and his wife Julie are starting at Jamberoo on October 27th. In the meantime, please pray for the parish of St Matt’s that they are leaving behind, as they begin the process of appointing a new minister.
Helpers Needed
We are in need of some volunteers for operating the Slides at church! No expertise required, talk to Tony if you’re keen.
Fiji Fundraising
Hugo is heading to Fiji with Year 13 in July! if you would like to support him, search ‘Fundraising Year 13’, click the link, then click ‘Student Fundraising.’ Find Hugo McNeill, and select the amount you would like to donate. Or follow this link: https://www.year13.net/student-fundraising
Book of the Month
Our book of the month for June is “The Meaning of Marriage” by Timothy Keller. Tim takes us through what God designed marriage to be, helpfully creating a distinction between romantic idealism and true love within marriage. Tim settles on the fact that marriage is not about finding a perfect partner, but about two imperfect people helping each other grow in Christlikeness within a bond of enduring commitment. Physical copies are available at our bookstall or to buy online at: wanderingbookseller.com.au
Safe Ministry Matters
Our Safe Ministry Representative is Gemma Bartlett. Speak to her about anything related to safety in ministry on 0414 425 639 or email gemma.bartlett@jamberooanglican.com
Christianity Explained
Are you or a friend interested in understanding the Christian Faith more? Our church is offering this short course of 4 sessions, of about 1 hour each. It’s an easy & straightforward way to know. See Tony Galea after the service for details.
Our Finances
Please pray and be generous as we remember God’s generosity to us!
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Regardless of circumstances & how you feel, hang on to God’s unchanging character.
Remember God is good & loving, He is all powerful, He knows everything about me. God is in control & He has a plan for me. Not to mention He has given me Jesus for my Salvation.
So don’t be troubled by trouble. Circumstances cannot change the character of God.
God is still for you even when you don’t feel it. Even when Job went through the wars & nothing made sense in his pain & troubles, he still trusted God because he knew the character of God.
We, on the other hand, know even more the character of God in the Lord Jesus.
Jesus died for you. He was crucified as a criminal. He was abused & ridiculed by heartless men. While His lifeblood drained out, hecklers stood by & shouted insults making fun of His claim to be God. Jesus reached the darkest place by being abandoned by His Father. Words cannot describe the darkness of the moment. Why did God allow this injustice?
2 Cor 5:20 We implore you on Christ’s behalf: Be reconciled to God. 21 God made him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.
Jesus gave up everything so we could have everything. He became sin so we could be forgiven our sin. He died so we could live forever.
Next time we are going thought troubles, remember the character of God. He loves YOU!
He has the big picture in mind. He will always do what’s best for us despite weather we understand our situation or not!
God is good & God loves you!
Praise God & be Thankful!
Tony Galea
Life is all about love.
Because God is love, the most important lesson he wants you to learn on earth is how to love. It is in loving each other are we most like God. Learning to love unselfishly (agape) runs counter to our self-centred nature.
Love cannot be learned in isolation. You have to be around people, especially those who are irritating, imperfect & frustrating people. Do you know people like that?
Then learn to love them!
Life without love is worthless. Love will last forever. Love will be evaluated by our love.
That love will take time with each other.
The best use of life is love. The best expression of love is time. The best time to love is NOW!
Who is someone you need to Love?
Tony Galea
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Come and join us this Sunday at either 9am or 4pm. We are going to be hearing from God’s word as Tony Galea preaches to us from 1 John 4 with a sermon titled ” Truth About God.”
After church we’ll have brunch in the morning and dinner in the evening, so there’s plenty of time to chat together!
Every day (except Sundays) we meet online at 7am for a half-hour morning prayer time at zoom.jamberooanglican.com and you’re very welcome to join us!
See you on Sunday, God willing!
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