Our mission is a continuation of Jesus’ mission. Jesus not only calls to come to him, but he also calls us to go for him. Jesus’ Great Commission is not the Great Suggestion. If you are part of God’s family, then we have a mandatory family purpose & calling.
The challenge of 2 Corinthians 5, is that Christ’s love compels us to be reconciled & to take up the ministry of reconciliation.20 We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us.
What a responsibility but what a wonderful privilege. If your friend or family has Cancer or some other terminally ill sickness & you knew the cure, it would be criminal not to share the cure.
Friends at Jamberoo, we have the cure to forgiveness, purpose, peace & eternal life. We have the greatest news in all of the world, & sharing it is the greatest kindness we can show to anyone. To withhold it,is serious.
Next Sunday we have the opportunity to invite someone to our Invitational Service. It will be a service especially tailored for our Unbelieving friends, with our talk & interviews geared to encourage a commitment to Jesus.
Your invitation next Sunday may have an eternal consequence that will last forever. As Paul implores the Corinthian Christians to be reconciled to God, He implores us to be reconciled & be his ambassadors &representatives.
Why not take the opportunity to invite someone next Sunday & that you would bring them. Then let the Holy Spirit do his work in convincing them to Come & See!
What an opportunity! What a privilege! Colossians 4:4 Pray that I may proclaim it clearly, as I should. 5 Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; make the most of every opportunity.
I pray that you will!
Tony Galea
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When you became a Christian, you also became God’s messenger. God wants to speak through you, to your friends & family. You may feel you don’t have anything to share, but that’s the Devil trying to keep you silent.
How can you be the Messenger? Let me mention just a few!
Through your witness or testimony. Telling your story of how Jesus has made a difference in your life, is being a messenger. In a courtroom, a witness isn’t expected to argue the case.
You are not expected to be an attorney but a witness. They simply report what happened to them. Acts1:8 …you will be my witness
Through your teaching & answers. You teach by example with your life & by your words, this can invite questions. It is worth knowing Paul’s words here: Col. 4:5 Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; make the most of every opportunity. 6 Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone.
Through your Invitation. One of the easiest ways in being God’s messenger is through inviting your friends or family to a situation where the gospel will be taught. The Come & Seequotation is used a number of times in Scripture as an invitation. Jesus, Philip & the Samaritan woman all used Come & See as an invitation for people to join them & learn.
On Sunday the 19th October you have an opportunity to especially ask your friends & family to Come & See & hear a special presentation of the gospel as well as hearing testimonies of how Jesus has changed people’s lives.
Please use the opportunity to pray for your friends & family & for your invitation of them.
Leave it to God whether he moves them to come or not!
Tony Galea
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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 Andy McPhail preaches to us from Mark 14:27-72 with the title “The Greatest Denial.”
Friday Kids and Youth
Each Friday during term we meet at the church hall for our kids club SPARK (Years K to 6) at 4:30-6 pm, and Youth Group (Years 7 to 12) from 7-9 pm.
Commencement Service for Rev. Ron Irving
On Saturday 1 November at 2 pm, we will officially welcome Ron and Julie Irving as our new rector at a Commencement Service led by Bishop Peter Hayward. Please save the date, as there will be opportunities to serve and celebrate together.
More details to come.
Book of the Month
Our book of the month for September is “Faithfully Present” by Adam Ramsey.
Faithfully Present reminds us that we are finite creatures, ever-changing and bound by time, but through living in the truth and beauty of God’s unchanging love and mercy, we can embrace where and who we are over time, and live in humble and joyful submission to Jesus.
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 everything related to safety in ministry on 0414 425 639 or email gemma.bartlett@jamberooanglican.com.
Youth Camp
Youth Camp is on! 10th – 12th of October at Burrell Pines. Year 6s welcome! Speak to Brad for more info.
Invite a Friend to Church
19th of October is an opportunity to invite a friend. Tony will be especially preaching at the 9am & 4pm services with unbelievers in mind. Take up the opportunity. Please pray or your friends.
Tony’s Away
Due to unforeseen circumstances, Tony will not be able to attend the 4pm service over the next 2 weeks. He will be back for 2 weeks after that.
Our Finances
Please pray and be generous as we remember God’s generosity to us!
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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 Matt Bartlett preaches to us from Mark 15 with a sermon titled “The Greatest Injustice”
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 7:30am for half an hour of morning prayer 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 Andy McPhail preaches to us from Mark 14:27-72 with the title “The Greatest Denial.”
Friday Kids and Youth
Each Friday during term we meet at the church hall for our kids club SPARK (Years K to 6) at 4:30-6 pm, and Youth Group (Years 7 to 12) from 7-9 pm.
Commencement Service for Rev. Ron Irving
On Saturday 1 November at 2 pm, we will officially welcome Ron and Julie Irving as our new rector at a Commencement Service led by Bishop Peter Hayward. Please save the date, as there will be opportunities to serve and celebrate together. More details to come.
Ron and Julie Irving’s Open House
Ron and Julie move into the Rectory late September in preparation for Ron beginning as Minister on October 27. Before they head off on holidays, they’d love to welcome you and take the chance to get to know you. Drop in anytime between 2pm – 4pm on Saturday, 27th of September — no RSVP needed!
Book of the Month
Our book of the month for September is “Faithfully Present” by Adam Ramsey.
Faithfully Present reminds us that we are finite creatures, ever-changing and bound by time, but through living in the truth and beauty of God’s unchanging love and mercy, we can embrace where and who we are over time, and live in humble and joyful submission to Jesus.
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 everything related to safety in ministry on 0414 425 639 or email gemma.bartlett@jamberooanglican.com.
Spark Kids Club + Anglicare Food Drive!
On Friday 26th September, during Spark (4:30pm-6:pm), we’re heading to IGA on a mission; to shop for food that will go straight to families doing it tough. This is a fun and meaningful way for kids to get involved! Why not encourage them to do a few extra chores or tasks this week to earn money for the food drive.
What to bring: Money (e.g. $10) and shopping bags
Questions? Contact Rach on 0466 611 838
Youth Camp
Youth Camp is on! 10th – 12th of October at Burrell Pines. Year 6s welcome! Speak to Brad for more info.
Invite a Friend to Church
19th of October is an opportunity to invite a friend. Tony will be especially preaching at the 9am & 4pm services with unbelievers in mind. Take up the opportunity. Please pray or your friends.
Tony’s Away
Due to unforeseen circumstances, Tony will not be able to attend the 4pm service over the next 4 weeks. He will be back for 2 weeks after that.
Our Finances
Please pray and be generous as we remember God’s generosity to us!
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God has a purpose behind every problem & difficulty. Not only does He use the Bible & His Spirit to transform us, but he uses difficulties & pain.
Jesus warned us that we would have problems in this world, because no one is immune to pain & suffering. We live in a fallen imperfect world. Life is a series of problems. Every time you solve a problem another one awaits.
Sorry about that!!
Jesus went through the greatest of troubles in Mark 14. When it came to the crunch, Peter denies Him, the realisation of cup of suffering on the cross awaits. His other disciples fall asleep instead of keeping watch & praying, then Jesus is arrested as a devious criminal.
Yet all of this took place for our own good & salvation.
God could have kept Joseph out of jail, kept Daniel out of the lion’s den, kept Jeremiah from the pit, kept Paul from being Shipwrecked 3 times, kept Shadrach, Meshach and Abednegofrom the fiery furnace, kept Peter from his Denial of Jesus. But He didn’t. He let those difficulties take place because in the long term, it forces us to look to God & depend on Him.
Regardless of the cause, none of our troubles happen without God’s permission. Because of God’s Sovereignty & control, accidents are just incidents in God’s plan for you.
Like Jesus, when we go through the wringer, when we face trouble, when we experience pain & difficulty, remember don’t become bitter rather think how we can become better as we trust our Lord. So:
1. Remember that God’s plan for you is good. Romans 8:28 And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.
2. Rejoice & give thanks in all circumstances. 1Thessalonians 5:16.Rejoice always, 17 pray continually, 18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.
3. Refuse to give up. Be patient & persistent. James 1:3,4 because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. 4 Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.
Character building is a slow process, whenever we try to escape the troubles in life, we short circuit the process & delay our growth & transformation. If you are facing trouble right now, don’t ask, “Why me?” but “What do you want me to learn from this?”
Don’t give up – grow up!
Tony
The Greatest Denial Mark 14:27 – 72
Who loves to watch the weather and see if the BOM is actually right! Storms? Sunshine? Wind? Rain? We like to know what’s coming and so be prepared. This usually means decisions like what to wear and do. Sport cancelled? A weekend away in the sunshine? Or leave now before the river rises or the cyclone hits.
Mark 14 is like a cyclone building – the swirling mass of clouds, rain and wind about to smash into the very centre of the action. And Jesus is at the centre. Swirling around him are sleeping disciples, betrayal, arrest, condemnation and judgement. But was this a mistake – a blindside, out of the blue end to what should be a glorious finale for Jesus?
No. for at the epicentre of the storm is Jesus talking to the Father. “Not my will, but yours”. The plan since before creation to pay the price of sin once for all. The will of the Father who gave his Son in Love to be the curse instead of us. Instead of us facing the agony of separation from God, Jesus took that agony upon himself.
Yes, the storm of Jesus’ death is gathering, but “for the joy set before him” he is prepared, obedient and prayerful. And it is for me, for you. The Maker of the Universe, praying to the father in a humble garden. We can respond with loving thankfulness. We ought to respond with repentance. We are called to respond with willing obedience to follow in His steps. What is your response?
Andy
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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 14:27-72 with a sermon titled “The Greatest Denial”
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 7:30am for half an hour of morning prayer at zoom.jamberooanglican.com and you’re very welcome to join us!
See you on Sunday, God willing!
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Bread & Wine were two common items that were used practically at every meal but Jesus gave them a new meaning at the last supper. He did not transform the bread & wine into anything different. When Jesus said “This is my body” & “This is my blood”, they were reminders & memorials of his death.
On the cross Jesus fulfilled the Old Covenant & established the New Covenant. There was no longer a need for the blood from animal sacrifices, because the blood of Jesus takes away sin once & for all. He is the perfect sacrificial lamb of God.
When we celebrate the Lord’s Supper as Jesus mentioned “Do this in remembrance of me”, we remember what Jesus has done for us on the cross, but in a sense, we participate with Jesus in faith, because he is alive. We communion with Him. Our forgiveness, hope of heaven & the Holy Spirit indwelling us brings a very special spiritual experience that we share together in fellowship.
Our Fellowship is not built on convenience but on the conviction of what Jesus has one for us & what we should do for one another. It requires commitment recognizing we are His Church, the Body of Christ. When we are authentic with one another, encouraging & supporting one another, forgiving, loving & being honest with each other with a spirit of humility & respect we are in fellowship.
The benefits of sharing our life together in these ways far outweighs the cost of time & effort. Being less concerned for ourselves & more concerned for each other is the fellowship that we are reminded from the Lord’s Supper & it also prepares us for heaven.
Tony Galea
At Jamberoo, we think meals are a crucial part of our time together at church. Eating together is a sign of fellowship, of peace, and of mutual nourishment both physically and relationally.
There’s a number of great meals recorded in the Bible, but none as significant as the last supper we read of in Mark 14. It’s a meal full of remembrance, fulfilled promises, symbolism and drama!
We remember this meal as the Lord’s Supper, and celebrate that each month at church – because Jesus commanded us to remember what he has achieved for us by his body and blood being sacrificed on the cross for us. And once we put our trust in his blood to forgive our sins, we look forward to eternity with him. Funnily enough, Revelation describes heaven as a ‘great feast’ of complete unity and peace in Christ.
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 Brad Vidilini preaches to us from Mark 14:1-26 with the title “The Greatest Meal.“
Friday Kids and Youth
Each Friday during term we meet at the church hall for our kids club SPARK (Years K to 6) at 4:30-6 pm, and Youth Group (Years 7 to 12) from 7-9 pm.
Commencement Service for Rev. Ron Irving
On Saturday 1 November at 2 pm, we will officially welcome Ron and Julie Irving as our new rector at a Commencement Service led by Bishop Peter Hayward. Please save the date, as there will be opportunities to serve and celebrate together. More details to come.
Ron and Julie Irving’s Open House
Ron and Julie move into the Rectory late September in preparation for Ron beginning as Minister on October 27. Before they head off on holidays, they’d love to welcome you and take the chance to get to know you. Drop in anytime between 2pm – 4pm on Saturday, 27th of September — no RSVP needed!
Book of the Month
Our book of the month for August is “Angels” by Tim Chester. “Angels” explores what the Bible truly teaches about angels – their nature, their role as God’s messengers, and their place in pointing us to Jesus rather than being objects of worship themselves. Tim grounds his insights firmly in Scripture and encourages us to understand the spiritual realm with clarity, discouraging both obsession with and ignorance of angels. The book is helpful in daily life by offering comfort in knowing God’s care is active – sometimes through angels – and by reminding us that our focus should be on Christ, supported by a greater spiritual reality.
Our Safe Ministry Representative is Gemma Bartlett. Speak to her about everything related to safety in ministry on 0414 425 639 or email gemma.bartlett@jamberooanglican.com.
Spark Kids Club + Anglicare Food Drive!
On Friday 26th September, during Spark (4:30pm-6:pm), we’re heading to IGA on a mission; to shop for food that will go straight to families doing it tough. This is a fun and meaningful way for kids to get involved! Why not encourage them to do a few extra chores or tasks this week to earn money for the food drive.
What to bring: Money (e.g. $10) and shopping bags
Questions? Contact Rach on 0466 611 838
Youth Camp
Youth Camp is on! 10th – 12th of October at Burrell Pines. Year 6s welcome! Speak to Brad for more info.
Invite a Friend to Church
19th of October is an opportunity to invite a friend. Tony will be especially preaching at the 9am & 4pm services with unbelievers in mind. Take up the opportunity. Please pray or your friends.
Tony’s Away
Due to unforeseen circumstances, Tony will not be able to attend the 4pm service over the next 4 weeks. He will be back for 2 weeks after that.
Our Finances
Please pray and be generous as we remember God’s generosity to us!
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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 14:1-26 with a sermon titled “The Greatest Meal”
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 7:30am for half an hour of morning prayer at zoom.jamberooanglican.com and you’re very welcome to join us!
See you on Sunday, God willing!
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