Church News for Sunday April 20th

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Service Times

Please join us for fellowship at our Good Friday Communion at 9am April 18th and Alive Day on Easter Sunday at 10am, following a 9am brekkie.

Sunday’s Sermon

This weekend we are going to be hearing from God’s word as Tony Galea preaches to us on Good Friday from Mark 15 with the title “You’re Too Special to Die For,” and on Easter Sunday from 1 Peter 1 with the title “You’re Special For Life.”

Kids Church

During the sermon all children are welcome to head across to the hall for Kids Church, where the teaching will follow the same pattern as the sermon series.

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.

Book of the Month

Our book of the month for April is “Gathered Together: The Beauty of Living as God’s Church “ by Karl Deenick. Karl explores the biblical vision of the church, with emphasis on its identity as God’s gathered people, its purpose in loving God and neighbor, and the joy and commitment of being an active member of a local church community. 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!

Easter!

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While there’s life, there’s hope!” That ancient Roman saying is still quoted today and,
like most adages, it has an element of truth but no guarantee of certainty. It is not the
fact of life that determines hope, but the faith of life.
A Christian believer has a “living hope” because Jesus
rose from the dead and is living today. Our faith and hope
is in Jesus and his death and resurrection. So despite the
difficulties and pain of this life, Peter is saying “Be
hopeful!”
This life is not all there is. Death is not the end.
Jesus wins forgiveness for us through the Good Friday
cross wins and accomplishes eternal life though his
Resurrection. Eternity of heaven awaits those who put
their trust in Jesus.
So, as children of God, we share in His inheritance and glory. This inheritance
cannot be cheapened or be ruined or be disappointing. It will never grow old
because it is eternal. How incredible? How thrilling? What an encouragement for
believers, for while our life is in Christ, there is hope. The certainty of forgiveness
and heaven!
Easter is the greatest event in history of this world. That’s why Peter wants us to
Praise God for who he is and what he has done.

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1 Peter.1:3 “Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given
us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, 4 and into an
inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade. This inheritance is kept in heaven for you”

Tony G

When was the last time someone said you’re special?
When someone says they love you, they value you, your important to them, you’re exceptional and
unique. Doesn’t it make you feel good?
Well, you know what? That’s what God says about YOU.
You are the apple of God’s eye because he made you and he has saved
you. God sent Jesus to die on the cross, but then 3 days later to rise from
the dead, and in doing so he has won for us forgiveness of our sins and
the certain hope of heaven.
You’re special alright! Be thankful. Be joyful. Praise God!

Tony G

Coming Up This Easter Weekend at Jamberoo Anglican!

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Come and join us this weekend at either 9am on Good Friday or 10am on Easter Sunday. We are going to be hearing from God’s word as Tony Galea preaches to us from Mark 15 on Good Friday with a sermon called ” You’re Too Special to Die For”, and from 1 Peter 1 on Easter Sunday with a sermon called “You’re Special for Life”.

Before the Alive Day service on Sunday, we will be meeting for brekkie at 9am, 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 this weekend, God willing!

You Were Made for Mission

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God wants you to have both a ministry in the Body of Christ (Church family) & a mission in the world. Your ministry is your service to believers & your mission is your service to unbelievers.

Our Mission is a continuation of Jesus’ mission on earth. We are not only called to ‘Come to Him’, but we are also called to ‘Go for Him’. We are to Go to all the nations (See Matthew 28:19,20, John 17:18 & Acts 1:8) but we are to start in our own backyard with our neighbours & friends.

Your mission is a wonderful privilege. Telling others or inviting others to hear how they can have eternal life is the greatest thing you can ever do for them. It has eternal significance but it also gives your life meaning & purpose.

How many people will be in heaven because of YOU?

We are not all evangelists, we are not all good in giving answers to our unbelieving friends questions, but we can all invite someone to Church & especially our Easter Services next week.

So come on Church family, don’t let another opportunity pass you by to invite someone to hear the good news of our Lord Jesus. It might be just the time that people will say ‘Yes’ to your invitation. Nothing matters more to God than for lost people to be found. The cross of Jesus proves that! Let’s care about what God cares about! – The salvation of your friend & family.

Good Friday Communion 9am

Alive Sunday (Easter) 9am for brekkie & 10am service

Tony Galea

Who doesn’t love a good series! In a distant time and a galaxy far, far away, I had to wait a week before the next episode. Streaming? What was that? some kind of fishing strategy? Now we can binge all we want, and I do! 

Mark’s Gospel runs like a fast-paced series, with each chapter a collection of first-hand accounts of the unfolding power and purpose of the Messiah, God’s King over all. King of his kingdom, his creation and his followers. Mark puts these episodes into an order and flow that is guided by the great Author, God himself. 

And in chapter 6 we find a rolling set of scenes where the expectations people had of Jesus were tipped on their head. Familiar family and friends tripped up on his claims and miracles. The political top dogs were intrigued and a little bit threatened, but would have no frame of reference for a King to give up his life willingly.

A crowd of thousands were fed, which was mind blowing in itself, but the deeper message of spiritual food completely missed even by his closest followers. And to top off the episode, a storm, a ghost and a bunch of fishermen who were out of their depth in more ways than one.

Just in case we think it was only a first century kind of confusion, think about our own temptation to put God in a box, to have him look after us when it’s convenient for us, and to have our minds closed and ears blocked to his true identity – King of his kingdom, his creation and us. And our response, humble repentance, praise and devotion. Now that’s a great final episode for a series!

Andy McPhail

Church News for Sunday April 13th

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Service Times

Please join us for Sunday morning at 9am or Sunday afternoon at 4pm for fellowship.

Sunday’s Sermon

This Sunday we are going to be hearing from God’s word as Andy McPhail preaches to us from Mark 6 on the topic of “Rejected King.”

Kids Church

During the sermon all children are welcome to head across to the hall for Kids Church, where the teaching will follow the same pattern as the sermon series.

Friday Kids and Youth

Each Friday 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.

Book of the Month

Our book of the month for April is “Gathered Together: The Beauty of Living as God’s Church “ by Karl Deenick. Karl explores the biblical vision of the church, with emphasis on its identity as God’s gathered people, its purpose in loving God and neighbor, and the joy and commitment of being an active member of a local church community. 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.

Alive Day

Easter Sunday (Alive Day) is fast approaching on April 20th! It’s a great opportunity to invite those we’ve been praying for to come and hear the great news of Jesus.

We have two services across the Easter weekend, with a Good Friday communion at 9am and the Alive Day service at 10am after a 9am brekkie.

Could you consider helping out on the day? Karen Mion would love to hear from you via this form: https://jamberooanglican.elvanto.com.au/form/a571c3e1-a57a-4fbc-8d0e-3d8b088726bb

Our Finances

Please pray and be generous as we remember God’s generosity to us!

Coming Up This Sunday April 13th at Jamberoo Anglican!

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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 Andy McPhail preaches to us from Mark 6 with a sermon called ” Rejected King”

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!

HFTI – Where to From Here?

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The Hope for the Illawarra mission is now engaging churches- including us- in following up the adults, youth and children that gave their contact details at the conclusion of each evangelistic event.

That’s where we’re at now. So, where to from here? Two crucial matters come to mind.

Firstly, follow up the new believers, together with those who recommitted to Christ, and those wanting to find out more about what it means to be a Christian. This will involve: Growth Groups, individual church members (you), Sunday gatherings and staff.

Secondly, the dynamics of the HFTI continue. We keep intentionally building relationships with not-yet-believers, we continue praying for them, and we continue sharing with them the good news of the crucified and risen Lord Jesus Christ. This sharing may be 1:1, or by inviting them to your GG, or a 9am or 4pm Sunday congregation, or 4 sessions of Christianity Explained with Tony, or another evangelistic event- such as a dialogue coffee and dessert night. 

Oh, here’s an observation: all this is the normal dynamic of a healthy church!

Steve Bligh

This week I was struck by the raw, untameable power of the ocean. As the waves smashed against the coastline, and washed into parks in Kiama, all I could do is stand in awe and observe the might of the ocean.
It got me thinking about my favourite Psalm – Psalm 8. In this Psalm David is in awe of God’s creative power as demonstrated in his creation.
Psalm 8:3 says “When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars which you have set in place; what is man that you are mindful of him?”
Sometimes, our limited minds think of God as a limited God. Yet the character of God is unfathomable. None of us can understand his strength – infinitely more powerful than even those giant waves wreaking havoc on the coastline.
What a world he has created – a world which points to him as the creator and sustainer of everything. His name is majestic in all the earth (v1).
Yet he cares deeply for us, numbering even the hairs on our head (Luke 12). Though we are small and powerless and broken individuals, he sees us, knows us and loves us more than we can imagine.


Why not have a read of Psalm 8 and with all of creation, praise God’s majestic
name!

Brad Vidilini

Church News for Sunday April 6th 2025

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Service Times

Please join us for Sunday morning at 9am or Sunday after at 4pm for fellowship.

Sunday’s Sermon

This Sunday we are going to be hearing from God’s word as Brad Vidilini preaches to us from Mark 5 on the topic of “Victorious King”

Kids Church

During the sermon all children are welcome to head across to the hall for Kids Church, where the teaching will follow the same pattern as the sermon series.

Friday Kids and Youth

Each Friday 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.

Book of the Month

Our book of the month for March is “Hope: The Best is Yet to Come” by Bryson Smith. With insight and humor, Bryson unpacks what the Bible has to say about what hope is (and isn’t), and how it comforts, challenges and directs us in our day-to-day lives as Christians. 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.

Alive Day

Easter Sunday (Alive Day) is fast approaching on April 20th! It’s a great opportunity to invite those we’ve been praying for to come and hear the great news of Jesus.

Could you consider helping out on the day? Karen Mion would love to hear from you via this form: https://jamberooanglican.elvanto.com.au/form/a571c3e1-a57a-4fbc-8d0e-3d8b088726bb

Our Finances

Please pray and be generous as we remember God’s generosity to us!

Coming Up This Sunday April 6th at Jamberoo Anglican!

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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 5 with a sermon called ” Victorious King”

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!

The Power of Persistent Prayer

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How has the Hope For The Illawarra event left you feeling about God and how he works in the world?

Maybe you went along on Saturday night and are feeling really encouraged, because the people you invited came, were interested in knowing more about Jesus, and are keen to come to church with you.

Maybe you brought a friend or two, but there really wasn’t a whole lot of good conversation with them following the event, and they still seem to be apathetic towards Jesus.

Maybe everyone you invited said no to coming. And you’re wondering if you said something wrong, or whether God has other priorities than making himself known to your friends.

Regardless of your experience in the lead up to and at the HFTI event, there is one next step everyone in our church should be taking right now: pray.

It might seem obvious. It might seem useless, particularly if your friends weren’t enthusiastic to follow Jesus.

If your friend made a commitment to Jesus, it might even be tempting to ‘leave it to God’ and not pray about it.

But the command from 1 Thessalonians 5 is to ‘pray unceasingly, giving thanks in all circumstances.’

Why? Certainly not because God needs us to. He’s capable of saving people without our prayers. Indeed he has done all throughout history.

The reason why we pray persistently is because God invites us to be a part of his mission.

It shapes our hearts to be like God, and to want what he wants – namely that everyone would find life in Jesus’ name.

Please keep persistently praying for your unbelieving friends. Pray for opportunities to lead them to Jesus, and take them. We don’t know God’s timing, but we do know his heart – that no one should perish, but come to repentance (2 Pet 3:9). May our prayers and our lives reflect that.

Strong Families.

A Christian family recognizes the significance of a healthy and thriving marriage. The husband and wife strive to love and serve each other selflessly, creating a stable and nurturing environment for their children. They work together to resolve conflicts and grow in their relationship together and with Jesus.

Parental leadership involves the responsibility of leading and guiding their children spiritually. They teach biblical truths, help children develop a personal relationship with Jesus, which encourages their spiritual growth.

They also set appropriate boundaries, discipline with love, provide a nurturing environment for their children to flourish and pray for them to grow in the Lord.