Bulletin September 28th 2025
- Ben Prasodo
- 6 days ago
- 3 min read
Contents: Weekly Worship, Activities Coming Up, Looking Ahead.
Weekly Worship
96 Crystal Street Petersham
10.00 am & 6.30pm
‘Safe, Inclusive, All are welcome!’
A warm welcome to Worship, especially visitors and new folk among us. May God’s grace and peace be with you.
Scriptures for September 28th
Jeremiah 32:1-3a,6-15 ⬧ Ps 91:1-6,14-16 ⬧ 1 Tim 6:6-19 ⬧ Luke 16:19-31
Scriptures for October 5th
Lamentations 1:1-6 ⬧ Psalm 137 ⬧ 2 Timothy 1:1-14 ⬧ Luke 17:5-10
Sunday 28th September – Pentecost 16
610am Message: Donna Sturgeon
6.30pm Message: Donna Sturgeon
Sunday 5th October – Pentecost 17
10am Message: Rev Geoff Ivers
6.30pm Message: Rev Geoff Ivers
Activities Coming Up
Sunday, October 5th - Daylight Saving Time Begins
Monday, October 6th - 57th Anniversary - MCC first Sunday Church Service in 1968
Read MCC History
Saturday, October 11th from 10am to 9am
Parramatta Pride Picnic in the Park
Get ready for a fabulous day of great vibes and community love as the Parramatta Pride Picnic returns for its 17th year!
As Western Sydney’s largest Pride event, this free, all-ages celebration brings together LGBTQIA+ communities, allies and families for a joyful day of connection, colour and culture.
Expect:
All-day entertainment with DJs, live performers and dazzling drag hosts
Market stalls from community groups, creatives and corporate partners
Delicious food trucks and a licensed bar
Appearances from community icons like Sydney Mardi Gras, Harbour City Bears, Dykes on Bikes, Rainbow Families and more!
Proudly presented by the Parramatta Queer Forum (part of ACON’s Inclusive Communities Network), Inclusiv Events and a passionate team of volunteers.
Bring your picnic blanket, your chosen family and let’s celebrate Pride, Parramatta style!
Thursday, October 16th at 10:30 AM
Morning Devotions at Church & Facebook Stream
Join in a time of praise, prayer and reflection at the church or online on the MCC Sydney Members and Friends Facebook Page.
Saturday, October 18th from 10am to 9pm
MCC Crave Conference
Come FIND YOUR PEOPLE at Crave Conference, Saturday 18th October 2025!
Gathering the broad Crave community from all corners of our vibrant city, and across the nation.
At St. Stephens' Church at 197 Macquarie Street in Sydney.
Exploring how to “Find Your People” – a celebration of connection, belonging, acceptance, recognition, freedom, and empowerment!
SATURDAY DAY: World-Class Speakers and Workshops
SATURDAY NIGHT: Worship Night - a rally of power and praise.
Sunday, October 19th - Approx at 12 Noon
Fellowship lunch after worship and morning tea
You are invited to join in fellowship lunch Sunday 19th October after worship and morning tea. A short stroll from the church down Brighton St to the Brighton Café. Enjoy great food and company in a relaxed setting.
Looking Ahead
Saturday, November 15th from 10am to 3pm
Congregational Retreat Day At The Church
(Registration will be available soon)
Following on from our wonderful celebration of 50 years of MCC Sydney it’s time to look to the future.
What is it that is valued? What is it that makes MCC Sydney thrive?
Activities that will guide us and challenge us and inspire us.
Retreat will be at the church and lunch is provided! Come join in this important day on the life of MCC Sydney.
Sunday, November 30th at 12noon - Congregational AGM
Notice of Meeting and Agenda has been sent out to Members.
Board of Directors Vacancies now open for nomination.
For a nomination form email secretary@mccsydney.org
Those nominating must have been Members in Good Standing of MCC Sydney for at least 12 months. Election for the position of Lay Delegate will also be held.
Nominations forms are available from the secretary secretary@mccsydney.org.
Nominations close on 31 October 2025.
Others
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 & Join Us
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
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