Bulletin September 1st 2024

A warm welcome to Worship, especially visitors and new folk among us. May God’s grace and peace be with you.

Weekly Worship

96 Crystal Street Petersham

10.00 am & 6.30pm

office@mccsydney.org

‘Safe, Inclusive, All are welcome!’

Scriptures for September 1st

Song 2:8-13 ⬧ Ps 45:1-2,6-9 ⬧ James 1:17-27⬧ Mk 7:1-8,14-15,21-23

Scriptures for September 8th

Prv 22:1-2, 8-9, 22-23 ⬧ Ps 125 ⬧ James 2:1-10, 14-17 ⬧ Mk 7: 24-37

Sunday 1 st September– Father’s Day

10.00am Message: Dr. Mark Isaac Dalgleish

6.30pm Message: Dr. Mark Isaac Dalgleish

Sunday 8th September

10.00am Message: Donna Sturgeon

6.30pm Message: Donna Sturgeon

	Prayer is a foundation of a faith community. If you would like prayer shared for yourself or someone you know, please make a note in the prayer request book in the foyer. This is an open book so that during the Prayers of the People in Sunday Services the requests made will be included and prayed for.
	Our Facebook Page - Members and Friends of MCC Sydney is a private group where you can participate in our community online. If you can’t make it to Sunday Services in person please join the live stream each Sunday through the Facebook page. Being a private group you will be asked to apply and answer a few easy questions. Come and join us. Link
	To give electronically anonymously for the work and worship of our community: Account Name: Metropolitan Community Church Sydney BSB: 082-048 Account No: 509 412 200 Or donate via Paypal

Activities coming up

	Sunday, September 1st Repeat of the Leadership Development for Worship Service leaders and participants If you missed the previous Training or if you haven’t been involved in worship before but feel you would like to take part then come to this one-day training course. It will cover a wide range of subjects including the principles of worship and practical activities in using worship resources as they relate to MCC Sydney. The Training day is Sunday September 1st 12.30pm to 4.30pm at the church. To register send an email to minister.cong.life@mccsydney.org
	Wednesday, September 4th Prayer Vigils for Peace (Online via Zoom) Join the Council of Elders wherever you are in the world, for a series of online Prayer Vigils for Peace on Wednesday, 4th September, 2024 to pray for peace. You are welcome to attend any one or all of the seven Prayer Vigils, share communion with MCCers around the world and form a circle of peace around the globe. The 7 Prayer Vigils are set in different time zones and you are welcome to attend any one that is convenient for you. Here are the times and the languages, local time, 4th September 2024: 7PM AEST Australia 7PM PhST Philippines 6:30PM / 18:30 SAST South Africa - with Zulu and English 7PM BST / 8PM CEST / 9PM EEST- Europe - in various languages 7PM BRT Brazil - with Portuguese and English 7PM CDT Central USA - with Spanish and English 7PM PDT West Coast USA Click Here On That Day or copy & paste this url: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88661411601?pwd=c1RrQVFsYjJqSkdvM2R 2a2Rya2ZYZz09
	Thursday, September 12th at 10.30am Morning Devotions @Church/ Facebook Stream at Members and Friends of MCC Sydney Page Join in a time of praise, prayer and reflection at the church or online on the Facebook Stream.
	Sunday, September 15th Fellowship Lunch at Brighton St. Café Come and join us at the Brighton Café just down the street from the church for food and fellowship. Approx 12 noon. Address: Corner of Brighton and Palace Streets Petersham, just a short walk from the church down Brighton St.
	Crave Conference 2024: Shine Through By CRAVE Church Shine On, Shine On!! Expect the light of God to SHINE THROUGH YOU at Crave Conference 4th-6th October 2024! Get ready to come together from all corners of our vibrant city and across the nation! This year, we're transforming St. Stephens' Church at the iconic 197 Macquarie Street in Sydney into an epicenter of inspiration and exhilaration. Our theme for this year is none other than "SHINE THROUGH" – a celebration of creativity, beauty, freedom, recognition, sovereignty, joy, and boundless praise. Buckle up for an unforgettable experience that includes: Worship Night Friday: A rally of power and praise. World-Class Speakers and Workshops. Presented by Pastors: Jason Masaganda Elizabeth Plant Karl Hand Workshops on: How to Look at Art Contemplative prayer God in the Neighbourhood Tour of St Stephens Connecting with SACRED SPACE: On the historic St. Stephens church, in the heart of the ancient Warrane (Sydney) land. Crave Worship on Sunday: October 6th at 4pm: The grand finale, a continuation of our theme "Shine Through," promises to be a crescendo of emotions and inspiration that you won't want to miss. Get ready to get LIT UP, to connect, to learn, and to be moved like never before. Crave Conference 2024 – where your light will shine the heartbeat of change! Get the ticket here Friday Night - Worship Night As a prelude to our annual Crave Conference, we're thrilled to invite you to our FREE and open-to-the-public Worship Night on Friday, October 4th. Pastor Elizabeth creates an atmosphere of praise and spiritual light. This part is unticketted, so invite your friends! Whether you're a seasoned worshipper or new to this spiritual journey, the Worship Night is an inclusive, empowering, and uplifting experience that transcends boundaries and unites us in harmony. Crave Conference Worship Night October 4th